Waldkirch offers a range of experiences focused on nature, organ building and regional food culture. The treetop walk features a path through the canopy and a long tube slide; other attractions include the Elztal Museum, the Gewerbekanal and audio stations at Kastelburg Castle. If you are looking for accommodation in Waldkirch, you can start by considering which of these themes you would like to shape your stay.
Treetop Walk and Gewerbekanal
The treetop walk in Waldkirch is 200 metres long and reaches heights of up to 23 metres as it winds through the canopy. The tube slide at the treetop walk is 190 metres long and has a gradient of up to 50 per cent. It is described as Europe’s longest tube slide. The walk and slide are similar in length, but their height and gradient refer to different features. This makes it easy to compare the two attractions based on their specific measurements.
Another way to explore Waldkirch’s history is to visit the Gewerbekanal. Built around 1250, it is 3.7 kilometres long and considered the city’s longest monument. Nine information panels between Kollnau railway station and Galgenbrücke illustrate the canal’s history. Anyone interested in technical and historical connections will find a subject here that is quite different from the nature experiences at the treetop walk.
Organ Building, Museum and Kastelburg Castle
Waldkirch has been a centre of organ building for more than 200 years. The Elztal Museum combines regional history and organ building with rotating special exhibitions. The two themes complement each other: organ building represents a long-standing local tradition, while the museum places it alongside other topics in regional history and changing exhibitions.
At Kastelburg Castle, six audio stations take you on a journey through its medieval history. The audio content is available in German, English and French. This means you can choose from three languages for this topic, while the stations also reflect the castle’s historical focus.
More Experiences in Suggental and at Stadtrainsee
The shorter tour of St. Anna Mine at the Suggental Visitor Mine is on level ground and is also suitable for families and visitors with limited mobility. It offers a different way to engage with local history than the audio stations at Kastelburg Castle. The Suggental Mine Festival is also held every autumn.
At Stadtrainsee, you can enjoy adventure minigolf and pedal boating. These activities offer a different focus from the historical attractions and walks through the treetops. They can help you weigh up different activities for your stay without having to combine them into a fixed itinerary.
Weekly Market and Local Food Trails
A weekly market is held in Waldkirch’s market square on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. It offers fresh fruit, vegetables, honey and eggs. Vendors and the availability of individual products may vary. The market’s regular schedule makes it a specific event you can take into account when planning your stay.
In Waldkirch-Buchholz, the Genusswege trails lead through vineyards and orchards to viewpoints. Wine and regional specialities turn a walk into a culinary experience. This focus differs from shopping at the market square: here, exploring the countryside goes hand in hand with regional food and drink.
A Regional Look at Emmendingen
The wider travel destination of Emmendingen also includes the Emmendingen district. There are 900 kilometres of cycle routes, including 250 kilometres of signposted trails, as well as a network of 800 kilometres of hiking paths and routes. At 1,242 metres, Kandel is the highest mountain in the district. The district’s winegrowing is part of the Kaiserstuhl and Breisgau wine-growing areas and covers around 2,300 hectares. Hochburg Castle is one of Baden’s largest castle complexes; it was first mentioned in writing in 1161.
Discover more destinations: Vörstetten, Emmendingen, Rheinhausen, Biederbach, Herbolzheim, Winden Im Elztal, Kenzingen, Gutach Im Breisgau
Go to the overview of the wider travel destination: Emmendingen.
