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Chasing the Sun

Your Summer Adventure in Baden-Württemberg

The sun is shining and the temperatures are rising: summer is here! Many refreshing excursion destinations await you in Baden-Württemberg.

Swimming Fun in Baden-Württemberg

Looking for water fun and cooling off? No problem! In addition to natural bathing spots, there are numerous fun and leisure pools. Baden-Württemberg also offers many worthwhile destinations for water sports enthusiasts. Whether stand-up paddling, sailing or canyoning - boredom is guaranteed to be a thing of the past.
Discover our bathing worlds

Museums in Baden-Württemberg

Is it far too hot outside? How about a visit to one of our air-conditioned museums? Whether you're a car fan or interested in literature - there's something for everyone here. For the undecided, our open-air museums offer interesting anecdotes both indoors and outdoors.
Culture in summer: this way

Day Trips into the Nature of Baden-Württemberg

How about a relaxing forest swim? Cooling forests are just a stone's throw away in every region of Baden-Württemberg. Designated nature parks and protected areas are often close by. Or why not go underground to cool off? The caves and mines have pleasantly cool temperatures.
Discover our outdoor excursion destinations for relaxation

Events in Baden-Württemberg

Culinary delights are also on offer in the summer. Numerous events and functions with regional delicacies shorten the warm nights and ensure a great summer feeling.
Find your entertainment for balmy summer nights

Summer, Sun, Sunshine

Excursion Tips for Your Perfect Summer Day

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Neckar cruise on the Neckar-Käpt´n Stuttgart
See the region’s impressive vineyards from the water, explore the Stuttgart region on a raft – the Neckar-Käpt´n Stuttgart makes all this possible! The Neckar passenger boat company operates serviced...
Stuttgart
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CultureMuseums & galleries
Unteruhldingen Prehistoric Village
Travel back in time on Lake Constance. At one of the largest archaeological open-air museums in Europe, find out what everyday life was like back in the Stone Age by visiting 23 reconstructed houses,...
Lake Constance09:30
familien-ferien Preisträger
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Entrance to the Wimsen Cave
NatureCanyons & Caves
Wimsener Höhle
The Wimsen Cave (Geopoint of the UNESCO Global Geopark Swabian Alb) is the only show cave in Germany accessible by boat and also the deepest explored underwater cave in Germany.
Swabian Alb10:00
familien-ferien Preisträger
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SÜDENTheme parks
Tripsdrill theme park
Germany’s first theme park, is in the countryside just outside Stuttgart. Erlebnispark Tripsdrill opened back in 1929. Today, there are 100 attractions for all ages, includingthe new catapult roller c...
Heilbronn Country09:00
SchwarzwaldCard & SchwarzwaldCard 365
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SÜDENTheme parks
Europa-Park - One of the World`s leading Theme Parks
On an area of 95 hectares, you can really let off steam in summer and winter with over 100 attractions and fantastic shows, embedded in 16 European themed areas. In addition to a multifaceted adventur...
Black Forest09:00
bwegtPlus-Partner
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NatureViewpoints
Hängebrücke - WILDLINE
It gets wild on the pedestrian suspension bridge on the Sommerberg:It takes determination to cross the bridge, which bears the name WILDLINE for a reason.
Black Forest
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SÜDENTheme parks
Steinwasenpark
The magical family park in the Black Forest
Black Forest
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NatureNature Reserves
Black Forest National Park
Walking in the wilds! The Black Forest National Park – get to know Baden-Württemberg’s wild side
Seebach
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NatureWaters
Seebach - Der Mummelsee
A visit to Lake Mummelsee offers many different experiences and sights. In addition to the scenic attractions with the marvellous picturesque location of the lake, there are pedal boatsfor hire, you c...
Black Forest
DreiWelten Card
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NatureWaters
Germany‘s Highest Waterfall - Triberg
The churning, tempestuous rapids of the Gutach plunge to a depth of 163 m over seven cascades: Germany’s highest waterfall is a magnificent natural performance!
Black Forest
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NatureWaters
The Schluchsee - largest lake in the Black Forest
The Schluchsee is the bathing paradise and water sports center in the Black Forest.
Black Forest
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CultureMuseums & galleries
Kaiserstuhl Nature Centre
Visit our Nature Centre to get an impression about Kaiserstuhl. Learn more about the history, plants, animals and insects of Kaiserstuhl. You will find there Exhibitions, wall charts, as well as show...
Black Forest10:00
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NatureWaters
Blautopf
The particularly beautiful karst spring, nestled in the valley basin of Blaubeuren, is an admirable natural phenomenon that shows itself in beautiful blue and green hues.
Blaubeuren
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Margaret Gorge Neckargerach
NatureCanyons & Caves
Margaret Gorge
The Margaret Gorge - a sensory intoxication of shapes! Here you can experience nature and geological history up close. For millions of years, the fantastic interplay of waterfalls has gnawed this rock...
Odenwald Forest
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CultureVisit theaters
Open Air Plays Schwäbisch Hall
The Grand Steps outside St. Michael`s church: 53 steps, a height of 8 metres and a width of up to 48 metres – probably one of the most unusual stages in the world. Complemented by the New Globe Theat...
Schwäbisch Hall
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Neckar cruise on the Neckar-Käpt´n Stuttgart
See the region’s impressive vineyards from the water, explore the Stuttgart region on a raft – the Neckar-Käpt´n Stuttgart makes all this possible! The Neckar passenger boat company operates serviced...
Stuttgart
familien-ferien Preisträger
Go to article
CultureMuseums & galleries
Unteruhldingen Prehistoric Village
Travel back in time on Lake Constance. At one of the largest archaeological open-air museums in Europe, find out what everyday life was like back in the Stone Age by visiting 23 reconstructed houses,...
Lake Constance09:30
familien-ferien Preisträger
Go to article
Entrance to the Wimsen Cave
NatureCanyons & Caves
Wimsener Höhle
The Wimsen Cave (Geopoint of the UNESCO Global Geopark Swabian Alb) is the only show cave in Germany accessible by boat and also the deepest explored underwater cave in Germany.
Swabian Alb10:00
familien-ferien Preisträger
Go to article
SÜDENTheme parks
Tripsdrill theme park
Germany’s first theme park, is in the countryside just outside Stuttgart. Erlebnispark Tripsdrill opened back in 1929. Today, there are 100 attractions for all ages, includingthe new catapult roller c...
Heilbronn Country09:00
SchwarzwaldCard & SchwarzwaldCard 365
Go to article
SÜDENTheme parks
Europa-Park - One of the World`s leading Theme Parks
On an area of 95 hectares, you can really let off steam in summer and winter with over 100 attractions and fantastic shows, embedded in 16 European themed areas. In addition to a multifaceted adventur...
Black Forest09:00
bwegtPlus-Partner
Go to article
NatureViewpoints
Hängebrücke - WILDLINE
It gets wild on the pedestrian suspension bridge on the Sommerberg:It takes determination to cross the bridge, which bears the name WILDLINE for a reason.
Black Forest
Go to article
SÜDENTheme parks
Steinwasenpark
The magical family park in the Black Forest
Black Forest
Go to article
Placeholder
NatureNature Reserves
Black Forest National Park
Walking in the wilds! The Black Forest National Park – get to know Baden-Württemberg’s wild side
Seebach
Go to article
NatureWaters
Seebach - Der Mummelsee
A visit to Lake Mummelsee offers many different experiences and sights. In addition to the scenic attractions with the marvellous picturesque location of the lake, there are pedal boatsfor hire, you c...
Black Forest
DreiWelten Card
Go to article
Placeholder
NatureWaters
Germany‘s Highest Waterfall - Triberg
The churning, tempestuous rapids of the Gutach plunge to a depth of 163 m over seven cascades: Germany’s highest waterfall is a magnificent natural performance!
Black Forest
Go to article
NatureWaters
The Schluchsee - largest lake in the Black Forest
The Schluchsee is the bathing paradise and water sports center in the Black Forest.
Black Forest
Go to article
CultureMuseums & galleries
Kaiserstuhl Nature Centre
Visit our Nature Centre to get an impression about Kaiserstuhl. Learn more about the history, plants, animals and insects of Kaiserstuhl. You will find there Exhibitions, wall charts, as well as show...
Black Forest10:00
Go to article
NatureWaters
Blautopf
The particularly beautiful karst spring, nestled in the valley basin of Blaubeuren, is an admirable natural phenomenon that shows itself in beautiful blue and green hues.
Blaubeuren
Go to article
Margaret Gorge Neckargerach
NatureCanyons & Caves
Margaret Gorge
The Margaret Gorge - a sensory intoxication of shapes! Here you can experience nature and geological history up close. For millions of years, the fantastic interplay of waterfalls has gnawed this rock...
Odenwald Forest
Go to article
CultureVisit theaters
Open Air Plays Schwäbisch Hall
The Grand Steps outside St. Michael`s church: 53 steps, a height of 8 metres and a width of up to 48 metres – probably one of the most unusual stages in the world. Complemented by the New Globe Theat...
Schwäbisch Hall
Excursions in Rainy Weather

Indoor Tips in Baden-Württemberg

Summer rain is known to be refreshing. Nevertheless, it can throw a spanner in the works of many a holiday plan. So it's a good thing that there are cool indoor activities in Baden-Württemberg. So even on rainy days, boredom is a thing of the past.

Whether you fancy exciting museums, action-packed indoor playgrounds or relaxing wellness oases - there's something for everyone here. Discover the fascinating world of science in interactive exhibitions, let off steam in trampoline halls or enjoy a day at the spa. Climbing halls and escape rooms also offer exciting adventures for rainy days.

So, don't let the weather stop you and experience unforgettable moments, whether the sun is shining or the rain is pouring down!

Excursion Tips for Rainy Weather
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