At the floodplain wilderness trail near Altenheim, the water level determines whether the path is accessible; cycling and canoeing tours also explore different themes. Neuried can therefore be explored according to specific interests: art, church history, agriculture, waterscapes and recurring events offer different ways to plan a stay. When planning, it is worth distinguishing between the water-level-dependent accessibility of the trail, cycling and water activities, and seasonal events.
Waterways and water levels
The floodplain wilderness trail near Altenheim is accessible only when there is no severe flooding. A coloured water-level gauge at the entrance shows the water level; check the local reading before setting out, as flood conditions can change.
For an experience on the water, canoe tours on the Altrhein lead through the region’s floodplain forests. Launch points include the Gasthof Anker in Ottenheim and the Anglerheim in Ichenheim. For the trail, the current water level is the deciding factor; for a canoe tour, the listed launch points help you choose where to start.
Cycling between art and agriculture
The public sculpture trail in Neuried combines existing sculptures with new works; almost all the artworks are by Walter Henninger, and the best way to explore the trail is by bicycle. The 37.2-kilometre Bure Cycle Route also passes through Neuried, but has a different focus: it offers insights into the cultivation and production of regional foods and agricultural products. Choosing between the two is therefore a matter of the theme you prefer—art or agriculture.
Church history and traditional fair
In Schutterzell, St. Michael’s Church has been used as a simultaneous church by the Protestant and Catholic denominations since 1804. The term describes what makes this place distinctive: both denominations share the church. This adds a cultural and historical highlight to the landscape and activities.
Another reason to visit is the traditional fair in Ichenheim, held each spring and autumn. This tradition dates back almost 250 years. The fair is set up on RheinstraĂźe, between the Gasthaus Schwanen and KreuzstraĂźe. Spring and autumn offer two seasonal opportunities to visit; check the exact dates before travelling.
Seasonal experiences
During Ried Week in July and August, you can join a cycling tour, a hike or a boat trip, or take a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride through the town. Options range from cycling and walking tours to experiences on the water and a carriage ride. Check the dates and activities for the current edition before travelling.
The wider region: Ortenaukreis
As a wider travel destination, Ortenaukreis lies between the Rhine and the Black Forest. The district has 23 nature reserves covering a total area of around 3,110 hectares. They extend from the Rhine plain to the higher elevations of the Black Forest, showcasing the variety of landscapes across this larger region.
Discover more destinations: Mahlberg, Oberharmersbach, Seebach, Zell Am Harmersbach, Rust, Hohberg, Hausach, Ohlsbach
View the wider travel overview: Ortenaukreis.
