Nature Reserve Guide
Rohrhardsberg - Obere Elz is a nature reserve situated in the Central Black Forest, characterized by its diverse and elevated landscape. The region features expansive meadows, dense forests, traditional pastures, and unique moors, with Rohrhardsberg reaching an elevation of 3,780 feet (1,152.1 meters). This varied terrain, including mountain spruce forests and "Felsburgen" (rock castles), provides a setting for several outdoor activities like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, gravel biking, and more.
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8.80km
02:47
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.4km
06:07
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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4.68km
01:30
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.45km
01:25
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190m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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79.1km
04:08
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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47.0km
02:21
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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32.4km
01:51
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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04:16
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25.2km
02:01
450m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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85.7km
09:08
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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03:24
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:47
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:41
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
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64
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11.8km
01:17
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.5km
02:07
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240m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.56km
00:54
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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16
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25.7km
02:12
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
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37.8km
02:38
690m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
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21.9km
07:35
1,010m
1,010m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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7.79km
02:09
130m
130m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.95km
02:16
360m
360m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

1
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14.2km
04:11
420m
420m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Rohrhardsberg - Obere Elz nature reserve offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, gravel biking, jogging, and touring cycling. The area features a well-developed network of trails for various skill levels, with more than 90 routes available.
The most popular hiking trail is the Genießerpfad U(h)rwaldpfad Rohrhardsberg, a moderate 5.4-mile (8.8 km) route. Other notable trails include the difficult Elz Waterfalls – Schwedenschanze Inn loop, spanning 10.9 miles (17.5 km). Many routes lead through forests, meadows, and moors.
Yes, Rohrhardsberg - Obere Elz offers easy hiking trails suitable for beginners. An example is the Elz Waterfalls – Bridge over the Elz loop, which is 2.9 miles (4.7 km) long. More options can be found in the Easy hikes in Rohrhardsberg - Obere Elz guide.
The reserve features expansive meadows, dense forests, traditional pastures, and unique moors. Notable natural features include mountain spruce forests, the Elz Waterfalls, and 'Felsburgen' (rock castles). Higher elevations offer impressive views of the Feldberg, Vosges mountains, and the Elz Valley.
Rohrhardsberg - Obere Elz is suitable for mountain biking, with routes for various skill levels. The Bike Ranch Trail – Langenwaldschanze Ski Jump loop is an easy 10.8-mile (17.4 km) option. More trails are detailed in the MTB Trails in Rohrhardsberg - Obere Elz guide.
The region offers scenic routes for road cyclists. A difficult option is the Rennrad-Abenteuer – Die schönsten Rennradtouren im Schwarzwald, covering 49.2 miles (79.1 km). Moderate routes like the Linachtalsperre Dam loop are also available.
Yes, the diverse terrain of Rohrhardsberg - Obere Elz is suitable for gravel biking. Routes include asphalt, gravel, and unpaved sections, offering challenging climbs and picturesque trails. The Gravel biking in Rohrhardsberg - Obere Elz guide provides more information.
Rohrhardsberg - Obere Elz is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 5,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The available routes have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 1,300 ratings. There are 98 routes published for the area.
Komoot offers several guides for Rohrhardsberg - Obere Elz, covering various activities. These include guides for Hiking, Waterfall hikes, MTB Trails, and Road Cycling Routes. There are also guides for Attractions and Mountain Hikes.
The highest point within the Rohrhardsberg - Obere Elz nature reserve is Rohrhardsberg itself. It reaches an elevation of 3,780 feet (1,152.1 meters) above sea level. This elevation provides extensive panoramic views of the surrounding Black Forest landscape.
Yes, the Elz Waterfalls are a notable natural feature within the Rohrhardsberg - Obere Elz nature reserve. They are incorporated into various hiking routes, offering scenic points of interest. A dedicated guide for Waterfall hikes in Rohrhardsberg - Obere Elz is available.
For general tourist inquiries related to the area, contact the Touristinformation Elzach im Haus des Gastes at +49 7682 19433 or elzach@zweitaelerland.de. For forestry-related inquiries, reach the Forstrevier Elzach-Oberprechtal at +49 7682 / 925266.

