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Kappelrodeck’s Witch’s Path — hiking in the mystical Black Forest

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Kappelrodeck’s Witch’s Path — hiking in the mystical Black Forest

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Kappelrodeck’s Witch’s Path — hiking in the mystical Black Forest

05:47

19.0km

650m

Hiking

Magical forests, mystical legends and wonderful views await you on the almost 18-kilometer-long Hexensteig near Kappelrodeck. As the name of the hike suggests, the witches are your constant companions. But don't worry, the magicians are well-disposed towards hikers per se. The starting point of your tour is the hiking car…

by Nationalparkregion Schwarzwald

Last updated: October 31, 2024

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 13.5 km for 265 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.65 km

Kappelrodeck Witch's Chair

Highlight • Structure

Part of the Kappelrodecker Hexensteig. The local folk tale is explained on a board and anyone who wants to can have their photo taken on the chair in a social media-friendly manner.

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9.84 km

Mountain snack hut Zum Fiesemichel

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A beautiful place to stop off. Quaint Bergvesperhütte with typical dishes such as Bibiliskäse, sour beans with bacon and fried potatoes. But here also taste coffee and delicious cake. A sunny spot can be found on the beautiful terrace!

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13.3 km

Witches' house and broom on the Kappelrodecker Hexensteig trail

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The little witch's house stands beautifully crooked by the path and is perfect for a rest. Don't worry, no witch will lure you into the cottage. However, you'll find some …

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13.7 km

Rock formation Katzenschrofen

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A magnificent rocky landscape. The path here leads between the rocks, with almost no view. Still worth seeing! There's also an information board.

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15.2 km

View from Bürstenstein

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The view from here is one of the most beautiful in the area. Should not be missed.

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18.5 km

Parking

19.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.5 km

2.75 km

1.43 km

998 m

297 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.81 km

4.07 km

2.89 km

2.16 km

596 m

297 m

182 m

Elevation

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Highest point (690 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

Weather

Tuesday 14 July

28°C

18°C

58 %

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Max wind speed: 8.0 km/h

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Comments

September 3, 2023,Qualitätsweg - Kappelrodecker Hexensteig

Today we were able to enjoy the Kappelrodecker Hexensteig with friends. The quality path led us through mystical witch forests via great refreshment stops to breathtaking panoramic views. It was a great day of hiking in the best weather :-)

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July 12, 2025,Kappelrodecker Hexensteig 🧙🏼‍♀️

Yippee...we tackled the Hexensteig today. This one had been on our to-do list for a while. It was challenging due to the elevation gain, but manageable. A varied tour that was very entertaining. Lunch/Kaiserschmarrn at Fiesemichel, which is exactly halfway along the trail. So, it was perfect...😉

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May 29, 2022,Kappelrodecker Hexensteig

Beautiful, very varied tour - forest, vines, orchards, rocky path, great views of Hornisgrinde and the Upper Rhine Valley, the altitude meters are distributed in a pleasant way.

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September 20, 2024,🌲 Kappelrodecker Hexensteig

Even though the tour does not only take you along narrow paths but also occasionally along wide paths and sometimes even short stretches of asphalt, we enjoyed it a lot. This is certainly also due to the perfect weather. We also liked the many beautifully designed rest areas with drinking fountains, etc. We took a long break at the "Fiesenmichel". …

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June 13, 2024,Kappelrodecker Hexensteig (Offizielle Tour)

No beautiful country.

As I wander through the landscape, the melody comes to mind first, then the lyrics. Instead of "Witches' Trail," "No beautiful country" seems to me a nicer and more fitting name for today's experience.
With every meter of altitude you gain, the view of the Rhine plain and the Vosges becomes more impressive.
The softly formed landscape …

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September 15, 2021,Hexensteig Kappelrodeck

Who dares Wins! A really great tour for two. On the way to Kappelrodeck we were still worried about the weather, but then decided to do the tour in light rain. Even after the first few 100 steps it was clear that the courage to take a gap was worth it and we were able to experience a varied, fun …

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June 23, 2024,Kappelrodecker Hexensteig (Offizielle Tour)

Finally, the timing worked out to do the long-planned tour with Alex. The starting point was the Zuckerberg Castle. From the starting board, the route goes steadily uphill through the Zuckerberg Park to the Hexensessel. From there you have a view of Rodeck Castle. Over the Altenberg we get to the Backhisel. Further along the path we come to the …

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June 23, 2024,Kappelrodecker Hexensteig 🧙‍♀️ Top 👍

Very nice tour with lots of views of the Rhine Valley, on wonderful paths with lots of rest stops and drink stations. Lots of lovingly made witch impressions along the way and great rocks.
Definitely worth it. 👍

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September 19, 2024

Magical forests, mystical legends and wonderful views await you on the almost 18-kilometer-long Hexensteig near Kappelrodeck. As the name of the hike suggests, the witches are your constant companions. But don't worry, the magicians are well-disposed towards hikers per se. The starting point of your

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Kappelrodeck’s Witch’s Path — hiking in the mystical Black Forest

Kappelrodeck Witch's Chair

Mountain snack hut Zum Fiesemichel

Witches' house and broom on the Kappelrodecker Hexensteig trail

Rock formation Katzenschrofen

View from Bürstenstein

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