Rheinhausen in Breisgau

Rheinhausen in Breisgau combines a water-rich landscape with a variety of ways to enjoy the outdoors. Nature reserves, trails and a historic small hydroelectric power station give the town distinct character—from wildlife watching to active days out.

Water Landscapes and the Seasons

The Taubergießen nature reserve borders Rheinhausen directly. Its extensive woodland and meadows are crossed by a dense network of waterways. The Elz Meadows also shape the landscape: this broad expanse of meadows lies on both sides of the Old Elz and is up to one kilometre wide. A landscape protection buffer covering more than 300 hectares adjoins it to the east and west. In the Elz Meadows, you should not enter areas outside the paths and roads.

In Taubergießen’s mild climate, 23 orchid species bloom in May and June. If you would like to take the plant life into account when planning your trip, these months provide a specific seasonal reference point. So far, 175 bird species have been observed in the Elz Meadows; approximately half of them were breeding birds. The orchids give early summer a special connection to nature, while birdwatching offers a longer-term perspective on the Elz Meadows.

Hiking Trails, a Cycling Tour and a Boat Trip

The circular hiking trail through Taubergießen can be started in Rheinhausen from either Oberhausen or Niederhausen. The 8 km Gießen Trail can be hiked in full; alternatively, there is a section measuring 3.5 to 5 km. These different features can help you plan your day: for the circular trail, you choose the starting point; for the Gießen Trail, you choose the length of your hike.

A cycling tour around Oberhausen and Niederhausen in Rheinhausen offers another way to explore the town actively. In Taubergießen, local fishermen run boat trips. Arrange dates, departure times, trip duration and costs individually with the fishermen, and check availability with them as well.

Technical History and Seasonal Events

The Rheinhausen-Oberhausen small hydroelectric power station was built on the Old Elz in 1905. It adds a technical dimension to the area’s natural and walking trails. During the summer half of the year, a Mass is generally held once a month at the Ulrich Chapel in Oberhausen. If this seasonal event is important to your plans, check the current dates locally.

A Wider Perspective: Emmendingen

For a broader look at the Emmendingen travel destination, Emmendingen district offers 900 km of cycling routes, including 250 km of signposted trails, as well as a network of 800 km of hiking trails and hiking tours. These figures offer a regional perspective for active holidays; they apply to the district and put Rheinhausen’s local trail options into a broader context.

When looking for a holiday apartment in Rheinhausen, you can start by considering the kind of holiday you want: the Gießen Trail lets you choose the route length, while dates and duration for a boat trip are arranged individually.

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Go to the overview of the wider destination: Emmendingen.