Hüfingen: Roman Baths, Old Town and Riedsee Lake
Accommodation in Hüfingen
In Hüfingen, Roman history meets outdoor activities. The thermal baths are an exceptional testament to Roman bathing culture and one of the oldest Roman fort bathhouses of their kind north of the Alps. The old town, which is a protected monument, the Breg River and Riedsee Lake add further dimensions to the town. When looking for a holiday apartment, you might first consider whether you would rather focus on history and the townscape or on water sports and cycling.
Roman bathing culture at the bath ruins
Freestanding metal walkways over the walls of the Roman bath ruins offer a view of the remains of the Roman baths. Information panels and display cases with finds provide further insight into the bathing culture of the ancient Romans. The focus is therefore not only on the remains of the walls: the finds and information are also part of what makes this place appealing to those interested in history. Check the latest visitor information before your visit.
The old town and river in the townscape
Hüfingen’s old town is a protected monument and has been lovingly renovated; the Breg River flows through Hüfingen. Alongside Roman history, these features add another cultural and scenic dimension to a stay. If you enjoy choosing between different themes, the historic townscape and ancient bathing culture offer distinct points of interest here.
Cycling routes, water sports and ceramics
From Hüfingen, cyclists can explore the entire Baar region on well-signposted cycling networks. Visitors can go windsurfing and kitesurfing on Riedsee Lake. These activities offer distinctly different ways to spend your time: the cycling networks open up the Baar region, while the lake is the setting for two specific water sports. Check the latest local operating conditions before windsurfing or kitesurfing.
The cultural program adds a distinctive touch, too. The program for the 2026 International Ceramics Weeks names the historic Sennhofplatz as the venue where ceramic artists from numerous countries present their work. If you would like to plan your trip around a cultural theme, this is a specific event in Hüfingen.
When choosing a holiday apartment in Hüfingen, you can start by considering the kind of days you would like to have: the Roman baths and old town offer history and a distinctive townscape, while cycling and Riedsee Lake offer active time outdoors. This way, you can choose the destination based on the experiences that matter most to you during your stay.
In the wider Schwarzwald-Baar-Kreis destination
The wider Schwarzwald-Baar-Kreis destination also offers activities on different scales. A 2.5-kilometre circular trail runs around oval-shaped Kirnbergsee Lake and crosses the dam. The lake is part of a Flora-Fauna-Habitat area; rare plants grow close to the shore. On a different scale, the 109-kilometre WasserWeltenSteig premium hiking trail runs entirely through the Schwarzwald-Baar-Kreis on the German side, from Germany’s highest waterfalls in Triberg to the Rhine Falls near Neuhausen. The two distances illustrate the difference between a loop around a lake and an extensive long-distance hiking trail.
The Swabian-Alemannic Fasnet is part of the cultural heritage of the Schwarzwald-Baar-Kreis. In December 2014, it was added to Germany’s national UNESCO inventory of intangible cultural heritage. The carnival lasts six days, from Schmotziger Dunnschtig to Ash Wednesday. This regional tradition adds another cultural context to the impressions of Hüfingen, without conflating the town’s attractions with the offerings of the wider destination.
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