Enjoy the Bühl-Bühlertal-Ottersweier vacation region. Idyllically located at the foot of the Black Forest, surrounded by vineyards and close to Alsace, you will find a wide range of opportunities to enjoy your vacation here. Discover the vacation region, for example, on one of the many hiking trails with breathtaking views or on a Segway tour through lush orchards to the most beautiful farm shops, where you can discover local products. Follow this with a wine tasting at a family-run winery and, in the evening, a visit to one of the traditional inns serving regional delicacies. The holiday region is part of the Black Forest National Park and the Black Forest Central/North Nature Park and offers numerous possibilities, from leisurely walks to extended day trips. There are also many exciting discovery tours for every occasion and fitness level on well-signposted paths, for example on the farm shop tour to Ottersweier with its numerous farm shops, a mecca for all who appreciate regional delicacies.

 

 

 

Windeck Castle

Bühl, the town of plums Windeck Castle (approx. 5 km from the city center) High above Bühl and Ottersweier stands 
Windeck Castle with its extraordinary panoramic view. From here, you can see far across
the Rhine Valley to the mountains of the Vosges.Starting point for several special hikes.

Augenblick Runde

AugenBlick Nature Park Trail Bühl (starting point: Burg Windeck)Exposed viewing points and rustic rest stops 
as well as magnificent panoramic passages above the vineyards and intense Black Forest moments
every minute. The children's playground along the trail offers families a worthwhile destination with spectacular viewpoints.

City of Bühl

Downtown Bühl The plum town of Bühl has a lively downtown area: stroll through narrow alleys lined with small shops, 
take a walk along the Bühlot stream, or relax in the Mediterranean atmosphere of one of the numerous street cafés or enjoy regional specialties in one of the restaurants.

Wine cooperative and wineries

Wine cooperative and wineries Bühl and Bühlertal are award-winning "Wein-
süden wine villages." This seal stands for places that have a long tradition in winegrowing
and also offer attractive wine tourism experiences. Find your favorite wine at one 
of the local wineries or the Affentaler winegrowers' cooperative.

Historic Hänferdorf (downtown)

Historic Hänferdorf (downtown) The oldest district of Bühl, with 
numerous well-maintained historichalf-timbered houses and pretty 
alleys, invites you to take a leisurely stroll. There were once five 
grain mills and eleven hemp crushershere, which is where the district gets its name. 
Tip: Book one of the entertaining and interesting guided tours of the town.
 

Johannesplatz

Johannesplatz (city center) Johannesplatz, located in Bühl's pedestrian zone,
with its numerous charming cafés and restaurants and the small stream running through the
middle, is a popular meeting place, especially in summer, 
for chatting, enjoying yourself, and unwinding.

Fruit trail and Car-Netter-Tower

Fruit hiking trail with Carl Netter Tower (3 km from the city center) 
This hike is enjoyable and ideal for a relaxing 
family outing. A highlight of the tour is the 10-meter-high metal observation tower ,
 which offers a magnificent viewof the Rhine Valley, the vineyards, and 
the mountains of the Black Forest.

Gertelbach Waterfalls

Bühlertal Gertelbach Circular Trail (approx. 7 km from the city center) Hike along idyllic paths alongside crystal-clear waterfalls. 
Once you reach the top, enjoy the fantastic view towards the Rhine Valley and the Vosges mountains.
A hike that is particularly suitable for hot days. The Gertelbach Falls are
among the highest waterfalls in Germany north of the Alps.

Farm shops Ottersweier

Ottersweier Farm shops (Ottersweier & districts of Bühl) The small neighboring town of Bühl is always 
cosmopolitan and sun-kissed. Ottersweier is known for having the highest density of farm shops in Germany .
 Discover regional products and specialties from the vacation region directly from the producers. Regional, fresh, and sustainable.

pilgrimage church Maria Linden

Maria Linden Pilgrimage Church (approx. 3 km from the city center) Located on an old 
Roman road, the imposing pilgrimage church of Maria Linden was built in 1484. 
This special highlight attracts many visitors from near and far every year. Admission is free.

Bühl – the town of plums

From the Rhine valley to magnificent vineyards and the pine-covered heights of the Black Forest, Bühl is nestled in a beautiful landscape. The town offers contrasts ranging from state-of-the-art industry to charming rural cultural landscapes. Bühl is also a national park community. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the luxury of being able to experience everything in concentrated form within the town limits. And enjoyment is a top priority in Bühl: the lifestyle is cozy, down-to-earth, and endearing. Nature, culture, and cuisine are a natural part of everyday life here.
 
Bühl is rich in people from all over the world, who make the town a very special place. This also includes culture: events such as the Bluegrass Festival, the Jazztival, the German-Alsatian November Light series, and the Jazzlight concerts perfectly complement the high-caliber program offered by municipal institutions such as the Neuer Markt community center and the “Schütte-Keller” cabaret stage. 
 
The traffic-calmed city center with its pedestrian zone, historic buildings, and attractive shops determines the quality of life, as do the proverbial fresh air, excellent restaurants, numerous sports and leisure opportunities, a very good educational infrastructure, and an extremely varied club life. Of course, the multi-day Zwetschgenfest (plum festival) on the second weekend in September in honor of the trademark