Kleines Wiesental between moorland, forest and history

Kleines Wiesental offers a variety of reasons to visit: the Nonnenmattweiher with its floating peat island, a very old, broad-growing pollard beech in Neuenweg, and historical highlights in Tegernau. If you enjoy walking, you can also take the summit hike to the Köhlgarten through old-growth forests.

Pollard beech and moorland

In Neuenweg, a very old, broad-growing pollard beech is a striking natural landmark. Its age and growth form offer a different perspective on the landscape from the moor at the Nonnenmattweiher, where the focus is on the water, peat soil and plants.

The Nonnenmattweiher lies at an elevation of 913 metres and is one of the highest-lying still waters in the Black Forest. It was artificially dammed in the early 18th century. In the process, part of the peaty cirque floor broke away and formed a floating peat island. Several species of peat moss grow on the island, along with hare’s-tail cottongrass (Eriophorum vaginatum), cranberry (Vacinium oxycoccos) and round-leaved sundew (Drosera rotundifolia). The presence of these plants can vary seasonally.

A footpath runs around the moor; bathing is permitted at the far end. Check local information before your visit. At this body of water, a distinctive story of its formation, the peat island and practical ways to experience the landscape on foot or by the water come together.

Historical details in Tegernau

A 1935 description calls Tegernau church a small “Wälderkirchlein” (forest church) with a little bell tower. The historic Zur Krone museum inn in Tegernau comprises a dining room with a side room, an old “Chuchi” (kitchen) with a vaulted cellar, a historic ballroom, sleeping chambers in the attic and a “Schisshüsli” (privy) dating from 1901. Together, these offer different perspectives on architectural and everyday history in Tegernau: a small church building and a historic ensemble of interiors with rooms of very different kinds.

Forest and trails as a travel highlight

The Kleines Wiesental branch of the Black Forest Association maintains 240 kilometres of Yellow Route trails in Kleines Wiesental. One specific hiking option is the summit hike to the Köhlgarten: it starts at the Stockmatt hiking lodge, at an elevation of 890 metres, and climbs gently through old-growth forests. The hike is offered on request; check availability with the guide.

If you want to combine different interests, these highlights can help guide your choice of accommodation. Moorland, historical details and a hike available on request each add a different emphasis to your stay. Consider which theme appeals to you most and tailor your accommodation search accordingly.

A distinct regional perspective on Lörrach

Lörrach, too, offers its own cultural and natural perspective within the wider travel destination. The city lies in the southwest of Baden-Württemberg, in the Markgräflerland, directly on the Swiss border and close to the neighbouring city of Basel. The permanent exhibition at the Dreiländermuseum Lörrach covers around 1,000 square metres. The Lörrach Sculpture Trail, with 23 sculptures, fountains and monuments by renowned sculptors, runs through the city.

The Burghof Lörrach’s cultural programme includes singing and music, dance, cabaret, literature and children’s theatre. Burghof Lörrach GmbH organises the international STIMMEN Festival every year. The weekly market also has a long history: it has been held in Lörrach since 1403.

The wine trails on Tüllinger Berg offer a different perspective. Starting in Lörrach-Tüllingen, the Tüllinger Wine Trail connects the Riehener Wine Trail with the Weiler Wine Trail. Together, the connected wine trails pass through around 90 hectares of vineyards in the Riehener Schlipfer, Tüllinger Sonnenbrunnen, Weiler Schlipf, Haltinger Stiege and Ötlinger Sonnhole wine-growing areas. The Tüllinger Wine Trail offers views of the Wiesental and Rhine valleys, as well as insights into the work of local winegrowers throughout the year.

Discover more destinations: Wieslet, Neuenweg, Wies, Sallneck, Elbenschwand, Raich, Bürchau, Efringen-Kirchen.

Go to the overview of the wider travel destination: Lörrach.