Wembach lies in an expanded valley basin at the confluence of the Böllenbach and the Wiese. As a travel destination, the village offers two distinct perspectives: the rural Black Forest landscape and the history of the Segerhof. This makes it easy to plan a stay combining time outdoors with a visit focused on local cultural history.
Landscape and activities
Wembach is considered an ideal starting point for hikes. Check local trail conditions before setting out on a specific route, as they can change. The village is predominantly rural in character and surrounded by meadows and forests; open views of the surrounding mountains are also part of the landscape. The small, agricultural hamlet of Schindeln is part of Wembach. The village centre has a park with a barbecue shelter and a boules court.
The Segerhof: farmhouse museum and local history
The Segerhof is a farmhouse museum and a cultural monument of particular significance in Baden-Württemberg; it is listed in the state’s register of monuments. The farmhouse was built around 1680 and has been preserved almost unchanged in its original form. The kitchen has an open hearth. The building’s nearly unchanged appearance and this specific feature of its kitchen offer two different ways to appreciate the house: its architectural form and a detail of its furnishings. The Segerhof gives visitors a vivid impression of the lives and working practices of earlier generations. Allow about an hour for a guided tour; arrangements may depend on local agreements.
Historical milestones
Wembach was founded during the high medieval clearances around the year 1000 and was first documented in 1278 under the name Wendwak. Its founding therefore predates its first written mention; these are two distinct historical milestones. Schindeln was first mentioned in 1374.
Getting there and further perspectives in Lörrach
From Lörrach, the route to Wembach follows the B 317 through Zell and Schönau im Schwarzwald. Zell and Schönau are waypoints on this road journey. As road conditions can change, check the route before setting off.
The wider Lörrach destination offers a cultural highlight of its own: the Dreiländermuseum Lörrach has a permanent exhibition covering around 1,000 square metres. The Lörrach Sculpture Trail runs through the city and features 23 sculptures, fountains and monuments by renowned sculptors. The cultural programme at Burghof Lörrach includes singing and music, dance, cabaret, literature and children’s theatre; Burghof Lörrach GmbH hosts the international STIMMEN Festival each year. The weekly market in central Lörrach has been held since 1403. For specific festival or event dates, check the dates for your travel period.
The wine trails on Tüllinger Berg are also part of the wider Lörrach destination. The connected trails pass through around 90 hectares of vineyards, including the Riehener Schlipfer, Tüllinger Sonnenbrunnen, Weiler Schlipf, Haltinger Stiege and Ötlinger Sonnhole vineyard sites. The Tüllinger Wine Trail offers views of the Wiesental and Rhine valleys and insights into the work of winegrowers throughout the year.
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