Hausach lies directly at the confluence of the Gutach and Kinzig rivers. The Kinzig flows 93 kilometers through the Black Forest from east to west. The local network of hiking trails covers 110 kilometers. The Kinzig embankment offers another option for a peaceful, relaxing walk close to town. This means you can choose between an extensive network of hiking trails and a riverside walk.

Hiking trails with different highlights

One specifically named route is the Hausacher Bergsteig: this 13.61-kilometer Black Forest pleasure trail is considered a very challenging sporting route. If you plan to hike it, check the trail conditions and markings in advance, as both can change.

The adventure trail leads to the 800-year-old ruins of Husen Castle and to viewpoints overlooking Hausach and the Kinzig Valley. It starts at the water-treading facility at the end of Kreuzbergweg, about a 20-minute walk from the center of Hausach. The trail is freely accessible and has no admission fee. As trail conditions and access can change, check the latest information before setting out. The two trails have different highlights: the Bergsteig focuses on distance and a challenging sporting character, while the adventure trail features Husen Castle and its viewpoints.

Water and relaxation

The Kinzigtalbad Ortenau in Hausach combines an indoor pool open year-round with an outdoor pool and sauna. The pool areas include facilities for swimmers, relaxation and wellness, as well as areas for children and toddlers. The sauna area includes a panoramic sauna and a sanarium with colored lighting. This gives the pool a different focus from the hiking trails. Facilities and operating conditions can change; check the latest information before your visit.

Mining history and an excursion

The open-air mining museum “Erzpoche” presents historic ore processing through its stamp mill, smelting furnace, ore-washing facility and blacksmith’s forge. The grounds are open to visitors at all times and have signs; admission is charged only for guided tours. Access information can change, and individual facilities may be undergoing maintenance. Check the latest information before your visit.

The Black Forest Open Air Museum Vogtsbauernhöfe can also be included in your plans: it is less than five minutes by car from Hausach town center. Traffic and the route may affect travel time. The short stated drive is clearly different from the approximately 20-minute walk from Hausach town center to the adventure trail’s starting point.

Farm products and weekly market

The Ramsteinerhof in Hausach offers farm products such as cheese, sausage, eggs, farmhouse bread and schnapps. The farm uses its own milk to make yogurt, cream cheese, sliced cheese, hard cheese and ice cream. The homemade farm ice cream is available in several flavors. The selection and availability may vary.

The Hausach weekly market adds regional foods to this selection, including wood-fired bread, spelt baked goods, seasonal fruit and vegetables, eggs, specialty cheeses and spices. The market’s offerings and operations may change. If you plan to visit, check the latest information in advance.

Getting there and planning your stay

Hausach can be reached from Offenburg by regular services on the Black Forest Railway and the Ortenau S-Bahn. As timetables can change, check the connection for your travel day. When planning your stay, it helps to decide what you would most like to do: the Hausacher Bergsteig is a long, challenging hike, the adventure trail leads to Husen Castle and viewpoints, and the Kinzigtalbad complements the trails with swimming and sauna facilities. This can help you decide which activities you want to shape your days in Hausach.

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