Detailansicht von Füßen, die zur Erfrischung nach einer Wanderung in das klare Wasser eines Bergbachs tauchen.

Inner peace and deep relaxation Wellness & Hiking

news article Wellness and hiking in the Black Forest

  • Rustikale Holz-Sitzgruppe an einem sonnigen Waldrand nahe dem Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten am Schluchsee.
  • Blick in den dichten, unberührten Tannenwald des Hochschwarzwalds im August.
  • Entspannung pur: Eine Familie ruht sich auf einer hölzernen Wellenliege auf einer grünen Wiese am Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten am Schluchsee aus.

Wellness and hiking in the Black Forest are two wonderful ways to bring your body, mind, and soul into harmony and feel completely at ease. Both activities offer numerous health benefits and are ideal for escaping the stresses of everyday life and finding peace and quiet.

If you want to spend your vacation in the Black Forest hiking and enjoying wellness, the Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten am Schluchsee offers the perfect combination: active enjoyment of nature and balancing relaxation – all right on your doorstep.

Hiking in the Black Forest allows you to breathe in fresh air, get some exercise, and enjoy the beauty of nature – a wonderful way to clear your head, exercise your body, and recharge your batteries.

Wellness, on the other hand, allows the body and soul to relax. Whether with a soothing massage, a visit to the sauna, or yoga – wellness in the Black Forest creates inner peace and ensures deep relaxation.

By combining wellness and hiking, you can enjoy the best of both worlds and relax completely. The physical activity of hiking is perfectly complemented by soothing treatments.

Tour tip 1: Schluchsee Hunter's Trail

The region around Schluchsee has always been closely associated with hunting and fishing. This hike therefore first leads through the forest, which is currently home to around 500 Black Forest deer, and then down to the lake.

The hiking tour follows narrow paths up the old "Jägerpfad" (hunter's trail) to the Ahaberg and rewards you with an impressive panoramic view over Schluchsee, which, in good weather, extends as far as the Swiss Alps. After the peace and seclusion of the mountain, the descent to the lake shore follows, where the blossoming life on the lakeside path can be felt.

The hike can be ideally combined with a boat trip and a stop at the Unterkrummenhof, as well as refreshing swimming breaks in the lake.

Good to know:

  • Duration: approx. 4 hours
  • Sturdy shoes recommended
  • This tour is not suitable for strollers
  • Don't forget your swimwear for a refreshing dip in Schluchsee

Route description as PDF

Die bewaldete Küstenlinie des Schluchsees unter einem strahlend blauen Himmel im Sommer.

Vacation in the Black Forest with hiking and wellness according to Kneipp

Treading water in cool water isn't just good after a long hike. It refreshes the entire body, stimulates circulation, and strengthens the immune system. The cold stimulus on the feet and legs causes the blood vessels to constrict, which promotes blood circulation—giving varicose veins little chance to develop.

Here's how it works:

  • Cool water can be found everywhere here – in lakes and streams or in the hotel's own water treading area in the spa. The water should reach no higher than just below the knees.
  • Your feet should be warm before treading water.
  • Then walk on the spot, lifting one leg and foot completely out of the water with each step (stork walk), with the tip of the foot pointing downwards.
  • If the feeling of cold becomes too strong, the process should be stopped.
  • After water treading, brush your feet and legs with your hands, then pat your feet dry, put on socks and shoes, and move around (e.g., run or do water gymnastics) until you feel pleasantly warm.
Detailansicht von Füßen, die zur Erfrischung nach einer Wanderung in das klare Wasser eines Bergbachs tauchen.

Tour tip 2: Feldbergsteig

The hike begins at the "Haus der Natur" in Feldberg and leads directly to the Feldberg Tower, which requires climbing a few meters in altitude. However, the effort is rewarded with a breathtaking view that stretches from the Zugspitze to Mont Blanc.

Further along the way, you will pass numerous rustic mountain huts. Narrow paths and small bridges also lead to the Raimartihof, which is over 300 years old. Here you can fortify yourself with a hearty Black Forest snack and experience the culinary side of the Black Forest.

Before returning, it is recommended to pause once more at Feldsee and enjoy the silence.

  • Duration: approx. 6 hours
  • Distance: 18 km
  • Sturdy shoes recommended
  • This circular hike is possible with an all-terrain stroller. If necessary, you can borrow the "YippieYo" cross buggy from the hotel.
  • The Schluchsee circular trail is also ideal for dogs. Please note that dogs must be kept on a leash throughout the entire hike and that dogs are not allowed to swim in the lake.
  • The hike around Schluchsee is possible in all seasons.
Luftaufnahme des Feldbergturms auf dem grünen Gipfel des höchsten Schwarzwaldberges im Sommer.

Wellness tips for your vacation in the Black Forest after hiking

To help your body recover quickly after a long hike and get fit for the next tour, we recommend the following wellness treatment at the Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten am Schluchsee. This is a special way to combine hiking and wellness during your stay in the Black Forest:

In Balance

A treatment that will leave you feeling reborn – 25 minutes of classic partial body massage and 25 minutes of foot reflexology massage.
Pampering time approx. 50 min./€105

To the other treatments

Klassische Massageanwendung zur Lockerung der Muskulatur im Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten im Schwarzwald.

photo gallery Impressions of hiking and wellness in and around our hotel in the Black Forest

  • Professionelle Massagebehandlung in den hellen und freundlichen Therapieräumen unseres Hotels.
  • Eine Massagebehandlung im Wellnessbereich des Hotels Vier Jahreszeiten.
  • Idyllischer Ausblick von einer Holzhütte auf den Schluchsee im Schwarzwald.
  • Wanderpause mit Blick auf den Schluchsee – Familienausflug im Schwarzwald.
  • Grüne Bergwiesen und Tannen am Feldberg – typisches Schwarzwald-Mittelgebirge.
  • Luftaufnahme des Feldbergturms auf dem grünen Gipfel des höchsten Schwarzwaldberges im Sommer.
  • Entspannung pur: Eine Familie ruht sich auf einer hölzernen Wellenliege auf einer grünen Wiese am Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten am Schluchsee aus.
Balkon-Idylle mit Blick ins Grüne beim Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten.

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