Attractions in the Ortenau

Wild-romantic location with easy-to-walk paths and interesting bridge crossings. Nice refreshing and cool in the summer! Can also be handled ideally with dog.

The Darmstädter Hütte (1030 meters) is located directly on the Westweg and is accessible via varied hiking trails through the Black Forest. Delicious food at reasonable prices for the starved …read more

The stone lookout tower is the trademark of Brandenkopf. Since 1929 there is the 32 meter high tower, which you can climb all year round. A donation is requested. The …read more

Whether summer or winter, the Mummelsee is always worthwhile. In winter you are welcome to walk over the ice. Do not forget: take some ham and freshly baked bread from the bakery in the parking lot (also on Sunday).

For me one of the most beautiful paths in the northern Black Forest. Something climbing that is really fun and great views. But beware: you have to be free from …read more

Observation tower on the 1,164 meter high Hornisgrinde over 30 meters in height. Grandiose distant views of the Black Forest mountains, the Rhine valley and the Vosges. On weekends and …read more

Should rather be "above the fog". Is always particularly impressive when the Rhine Valley is a sea of ​​fog.

The name comes from a legend, according to which a noblewoman was unfaithful to her crusading husband and knight and gave birth to seven - all small, pale and unattractive. …read more

On a rustic Holzbohlensteg it goes through the moor on the Hornisgrinde.

Small observation tower with interesting landmarks on the railing, e.g. Sunrise and sunset on the solstice days or direction and distance to Kehl, Strasbourg, Vienna or Lima. View is stunning.

The castle looks back on more than 1000 years of history. Today you can visit the castle and enjoy regional delicacies in the cozy wine bar.

The wine bar is …read more

The All Saints Waterfalls are the largest natural waterfalls in the Northern Black Forest

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The Westweg is a classic. And also this section is rightly so.

There is a large car park, a bus stop, public toilets and restaurants

In 1973, the Harkhof opened its doors to hungry hikers. From the large terrace you have in good weather a great view in the 25 kilometers distant Rhine Valley. And …read more

If it was not so full it would be really nice

The mill was built in 1789 by the farm builder Andreas Straub. It replaces a "grinding and sawing mill" that had previously been standing here, but had become dilapidated. Until …read more

Coming from Germany, you can quickly reach the Rhone-Rhine Canal via the free border ferry and drive to Strasbourg.

Super nice waitresses .... and even better (is the beer);)
the biker feels comfortable thereRecommendation: more bicycle storage

☀️ in clear and beautiful weather a gigantic view 👍