Bischoffingen: Vineyards, Panoramic Views and Wine Culture

Bischoffingen is surrounded by vineyards and combines far-reaching views with a vibrant wine culture. There are also paths through the vines and historic sites to appeal to a variety of interests. When planning your trip, it is worth first deciding whether you want to focus mainly on the landscape, wine experiences or culture.

Panoramic Views Across Vineyards and the Kaiserstuhl

Mondhalde, the highest point in the east, offers a panoramic view across the central Kaiserstuhl to Breisach, Alsace with the Vosges mountain range, and the Black Forest. The vineyards form the landscape around Bischoffingen; from the viewpoint, the vista extends far beyond the town.

Another viewpoint is Vogesenblick, which is a stop on the Vogesenblick tour. This short panoramic circular trail climbs through the vineyards and returns to the starting point through the vines. From there, views extend as far as Breisach, Alsace and across the Rhine plain. Mondhalde and Vogesenblick thus offer different perspectives: the panorama from Mondhalde also takes in the central Kaiserstuhl and the Black Forest, while the Rhine plain is specifically included in the view from Vogesenblick.

To reach the Vogesenblick tour by train, travel to Burkheim station. From there, it is about 500 metres on foot to Bischoffinger Winzer eG. Check train connections before your trip.

Experience Wine: Tours, Tastings and Local Traditions

Vineyard tours and wine tastings are regularly offered in Bischoffingen. The main grape varieties include Spätburgunder, also known as Pinot Noir, as well as Grauburgunder and Weißer Burgunder. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah also ripen in the Kaiserstuhl. This gives you a view of the region’s wine landscape that extends beyond the vineyards to the varieties that shape local winemaking.

Bischoffingen’s winegrowers have marketed their wines together since 1924. Another opportunity to get to know local wineries is the Menürundgang, offered since 2014 on the third weekend in April: on Friday and Saturday, followed by an open Sunday. If you would like to plan your trip around this event, check the dates in advance.

Seasonally, wines from Bischoffingen’s winegrowers are served on the sun terrace directly in front of the vinotheque, accompanied by light bites and Kaiserstuhl winegrowers’ tapas. This adds a culinary option in town to the wine tastings and tours. When planning, bear in mind that the terrace offering is seasonal.

Church and Traces of the Past

The region’s cultural history can also be a focus of your stay. The Protestant Church of St. Laurentius in Bischoffingen is known for its late Gothic frescoes. Archaeological finds in Bischoffingen span the Alemannic and Roman periods and reach back to the Neolithic era. These different periods offer a distinct way to explore the town’s history, whether you plan to spend your days walking or enjoying wine experiences.

Plan Your Stay Around Your Interests

If you want to focus on the landscape, you can explore the Vogesenblick tour and the viewpoints. Vineyard tours, wine tastings and the collective marketing of Bischoffingen wines offer a different focus; the church and archaeological finds add cultural history to the picture. Check event dates and seasonal offerings to see what is available during your travel dates.

Discover more destinations: Achkarren, Oberbergen.

For the overarching travel overview: Vogtsburg Im Kaiserstuhl.