Hartheim am Rhein: Rhine Forest, Old Rhine and Cultural Heritage
Accommodation in Hartheim am Rhein
A fallow deer enclosure in the Rhine Forest, activities on the Old Rhine and a painted stage in the former “Zum Salmen” inn give Hartheim am Rhein a variety of points of interest. Nature experiences and local history can be explored as different aspects of a trip. The surrounding area also offers opportunities to get active outdoors.
Rhine Forest, Old Rhine and Outdoor Paths
The Rhine Forest is home to a fallow deer enclosure covering around two hectares. To find it: from Hartheim town centre, follow Rheinstraße towards the Rhine; the enclosure is opposite the forestry office. This gives you a specific place to connect with nature, rather than treating it simply as a scenic backdrop. In the area around Hartheim, the extensive Rhine Forest is criss-crossed by cycling and hiking trails.
The nearby Old Rhine is ideal for leisurely walks, hiking, cycling, jogging and Nordic walking. The range of ways to get active offers practical options for planning your day: a relaxed walk, a bike ride or a run. An exploratory boat trip on the Old Rhine is a special experience and offers a change from activities on land.
Local History and a Distinctive Stage Set
The former village inn “Zum Salmen” combines a historic setting with striking artistic decoration. Dietrich Schwanitz bought the inn in 2001, and a memorial was opened there in 2011. The stage, painted by Andrea Berthel, depicts a Shakespearean celebration at its centre, based on a work by Paolo Veronese. Shakespeare and Veronese thus meet in a single stage scene—a vivid detail for anyone interested in literary and art history.
Hartheim’s local history also includes the new St. Peter and Paul Church, which was consecrated in 1872.
More Things to Do in Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald
Many places in the wider Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald destination can be reached by train. The free KONUS guest card allows you to use local trains and buses throughout the Black Forest at no charge. This regional transport information adds another planning consideration to Hartheim’s local and nature-based attractions.
The leisure activities in Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald also vary considerably. At Badeparadies Schwarzwald in Titisee, summer temperatures prevail 365 days a year, with real palm trees and turquoise-blue water. The Galaxy water park features more than 25 attractions and water fun for all ages. At Fundorena in Feldberg, you’ll find a three-level trampoline park and the X Mind Arena with six stations; the venue also has its own snack bar, “Chicco’s Lounge”.
When looking for a holiday apartment, it helps to weigh up these different priorities: would you like to focus on local history and nature around Hartheim, or also include attractions in Titisee and Feldberg? Choose your location based on the experiences you want to shape your trip.
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