Magyar Természetjáró Szövetség weboldalai MTSZ MTSZ térképportál Turista Magazin TuristaShop Kéktúra Gerecse50 A kéktúrázás napja
Try Pro for free
Choose a language
  • The three-country town of Weil am Rhein
    The three-country town of Weil am Rhein Photo: Wladyslaw Sojka, CC BY, https://commons.wikimedia.org/

Weil am Rhein

Welcome to Weil am Rhein, the destination in the district of Lörrach that is well worth a visit! This charming town lies directly on the border with Switzerland and France and offers a unique blend of German Gemütlichkeit and international flair.

4.1  (39 Ratings and reviews)

Outdooractive Editors  Verified partner 
Author of this page
LogoOutdooractive Editors

Attractions in Weil am Rhein


Highlights

  • My Map
  • Content
  • Show images Hide images
Features
Maps and trails
Hiking Trail · The Black Forest
Over the western heights of Lörrach
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 19.2 km
Duration 5:30 h
Ascent 350 m
Descent 350 m

The hike from Lörrach via the Rötteln castle ruins and the Tüllinger Höhe offers a magnificent panoramic view from the southern Black Forest over ...

4.5
from Schwarzwaldverein Lörrach, Fritz Ziereisen / Walter Biselli,   Schwarzwaldverein e.V.
Thematic Trail · Basel and surroundings
From Riehen on the Rehberger-Weg to Weil am Rhein
Premium content Difficulty easy
Distance 4.7 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 53 m
Descent 50 m

The Rehberger-Weg leads from the Fondation Beyeler in Swiss Riehen cross-border to the Vitra Campus in German Weil am Rhein.

4.5
from Jochen Ihle,   Tourenplaner SCHWEIZ - Partner für Wandertouren
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 40.6 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 85 m
Descent 89 m

1 river, 2 languages, 3 countries! This cross-border ride will let you discover a unique region bordered by the Rhine between France, Germany and ...

4.7
Visit Alsace
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 7.5 km
Duration 2:10 h
Ascent 100 m
Descent 100 m

The hike starts from the Vitra Campus through the vineyards up to Ötlingen and back down to Haltingen. One chair (unfortunately currently under ...

4.3
from Otto Imgrund,   Schwarzwaldverein e.V.
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 138.9 km
Duration 10:47 h
Ascent 1,131 m
Descent 1,199 m

By bicycle on a historic route through the Markgräflerland and the Breisgau.

No ratings (yet)
from Felix Odebrecht,   Badenweiler
Bicycle Rides · The Black Forest
Badischer Weinradweg - Etappe 1: Markgräflerland
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 1
Distance 77.9 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 685 m
Descent 712 m

Grenzach-Wyhlen - Schallstadt The first stage of the Baden Wine Cycle Route leads through the wine landscape of the Markgräflerland.

4
from Black Forest Tourism Agency GmbH,   Black Forest Tourism Agency GmbH
Bicycle Rides · The Black Forest
Cycling along the Kandertalbahn
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 15 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 2 m
Descent 73 m

Family-friendly bike path along the Kandertal railway line.

5
from sara Gempp,   Bade- und Kurverwaltung Bad Bellingen GmbH
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 88 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 673 m
Descent 643 m

Along the Old Rhine to Breisach is a great route on the Rhine bike path.

5
from Felix Odebrecht,   Badenweiler
Bicycle Rides · The Black Forest
RadTourenFinder Lörrach Tour 2: Rund um Basel
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 27.6 km
Duration 1:55 h
Ascent 71 m
Descent 71 m

This easy and flat tour leads through three countries in a wide arc around Basel. It crosses the Rhine twice.

4
from Schwarzwald Tourismus GmbH,   Black Forest Tourism Agency GmbH
Long Distance Hiking · Südschwarzwald
Westweg stage 13 - variant Kandern - Basel
recommended route Difficulty T2 difficult
Distance 26.1 km
Duration 7:00 h
Ascent 451 m
Descent 538 m

The final southern stage of the Westweg reaches Basel. It passes through the Wolfschlucht, through magnificent beech forests, many vineyards, and ...

No ratings (yet)
from Schwarzwald Tourismus und Günther Flaig,   Schwarzwaldverein e.V.
  • My Map
  • Content
  • Show images Hide images
Features
Maps and trails
Geographical location: Weil am Rhein is located in the south-western part of Germany. The town lies directly at the border triangle of Germany, Switzerland and France and is crossed by the Rhine River.

Sights: There are numerous tourist attractions to discover in Weil am Rhein. An absolute highlight is the Vitra Design Museum with its impressive architecture by Frank Gehry. The Fondation Beyeler also attracts art lovers from all over the world. Those who enjoy shopping should definitely visit the outlet centre or explore the weekly market on Rathausplatz.

Cultural Highlights & Events: In addition to the well-known museums, there are regular cultural events such as the Jazz Festival or the Culture Weeks in summer. The traditional carnival parade also attracts many visitors every year.

Culinary delights: The regional cuisine has a lot to offer: From hearty Black Forest ham to delicious asparagus and tasty cherry tarts - here every palate gets its money's worth!

Outdoor activities: Those who enjoy being outdoors can enjoy various outdoor activities in Weil am Rhein: In spring, a bike ride along the Rhine or a walk through the blossoming nature is suitable. In summer, you can cool off in the outdoor pool or explore the nearby Black Forest. Autumn also has its charm: the grape harvest in the surrounding vineyards is an experience for all the senses.

Rain days: Even if it should rain, there is plenty to do in Weil am Rhein: a visit to the Tinguely Museum offers variety and inspiration. Or how about a cosy afternoon in one of the many cafés?

Beautiful places: The riverside promenade along the Rhine and the park around the Vitra Design Museum are particularly beautiful - here you can take a relaxed stroll and enjoy the view.

So Weil am Rhein is definitely worth a visit! Whether art, culture, culinary or outdoor activities - everyone gets their money's worth here. As a travel guide, we recommend a stay of several days to experience all these highlights extensively.

Trip planning


Weather

10-day forecast

Webcams

Getting there

Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

Reviews

Destinations in Weil am Rhein


AI-generated

The content was generated entirely by AI and published without meaningful human review or approval. more

Localization

Parts of this content were machine translated from German.
THE way to start your next outdoor experience!
Logo agrar Logo aofk Logo mol Logo otp