Black Forest & Rhine Valley The Black Forest, in the southwest of Germany, combines scenic beauty and cultural interest, from deep river gorges and densely wooded mountains to magnificent castles and romantic palaces. The Black Forest is an enchanting area of cuckoo clocks, heavily forested mountains and rich green valleys. Tucked in the southwestern corner bordering France and Switzerland, the Black Forest is a travelers delight. In spite of the regions popularity, many rich green valleys, traditional farmhouses and quaint villages have remained the same for centuries. The numerous biking trails make this excellent country for cycling! Self Guided Tour Includes: 6 nights accommodations Daily breakfast Daily dinner Bicycle and equipment (21 speed hybrid bike including key lock, rear pannier, gel seats, repair kit and spare tube. Passengers cannot bring their own seats and pedals.) Luggage transfers Transfers from Lossburg train station; transfers to Kehl-Kork train station Local contact, detailed route notes & map Difficulty: Easy: 10-32 miles, 2-6 hours daily Dates: Daily departures April - October Price: $619

DAYS	ITINERARY
Day 1	Arrive at the train station in Lossburg. Here you will enjoy a welcome dinner of regional specialties and a tour introduction. Overnight, Lossburg.
Day 2	After breakfast, head down the Kinzig Valley. Wind your way to Alpirsbach, famous for its monastery, built in 1095. Continue through the town to watch the glassblowers. Overnight, Schenkenzell.
Day 3	From Schenkenzell bike through the woods and pass the ruins of the Schenkenburg Castle. Continue to the village of Schiltach, with its half-timbered style houses, beautiful town square and 16th century town hall. Leave Schiltach on a path following the Kinzig River. Overnight, Wolfach
Day 4	Leave Wolfach to follow the bike path by the river. Continue through Hausach and explore the "Vogtsbauernhof," an example of traditional architecture. Overnight, Gengenbach.
Day 5	Today bike through the wine region of Gengenbach. By the end of the day you will reach Kehl-Kork. Overnight, Kehl-Kork.
Day 6	Cross over the French-German border into Strasbourg. Enjoy a lovely day wandering the old cobbled streets, touring the cathedral and or floating down the Ill river on a tour by boat. Return transfer to Kehl-Kork. Overnight Kehl-Kork.
Day 7	Tour ends after breakfast. Transfer to the Kehl-Kork train station.

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