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The Spitalplatz has also been restored during the Old Town restoration of the 1980's .  Ir consisted in reshaping a desolate parking into an urban meeting point.  The show- Piece of the place is definitely the fountain designed by the artist couple  Alfred and Inge Regnat.   The adjacent public green space and the striking solitary tree are further attractions that keepthe place alive.   Today, it is a very popular meeting place and is especially appreciated by families with children

The St. Josefshaus is located at the corner Scheffelstrabe / Kesserweg and is a completely renovated and modified municipal building.  Today, it is used as a nursing home and is surrounded by very appealing gardens and the visitor enjoys the pleasant atmosphere. The narrow Kesslerweg was rearranged by means of the housing and environment programme.  This lane exemplifies the resident's willingness of embellishing their neighbourhood. In 2003, the Schutzenstrabe was restored toits original state and was paved and planted with trees.   The inauguration of a shopping centre at the Lohgerbe was the reason for the restoration as well as for the broadening of the pedestrian zone.  In the meanttime, the Schutzenstrasse has evolved into a popular strolling and shopping zone.

Via the Schonaugasse or Spitalgasse you will reach the Baltherplatz and the Margaretenschlosschen (Margarete's little castle")  The place owes its name to the munch of Sackingen who wrote the biography of Saint Fridolin during the 10th century.   Within the framework of the Old Town restortation during the 1980's the place was given its present appearance.   The fountain was installed in 1986 after having been standing for years unnoted in the castle park.   The place is surrounded by greenery and flowers.   From the Margaretenschlosschen you will have a beautiful view on the twin towers of the Fridolin cathedral. A garden restaurant invites the guest to stay in this idyllic part of the Old Town which is situated net to a park among many trees.

The worth seeing trumpet workshop is right next to picturesque main entrance and is framed by old chestnut trees.   Renovated in 2003, the official building houses the land registry office and the municipal archives.  In the middle of a circular flower bed and burbling fountain arises the trumpeter monument built by Josef Henselmann in 1976.  The "little" trumpeter adorns the outside staircase at the rear of the castle.   For years, many plays have been performed at the open air theatre, whereas the concert shell is the location for the dominical spa concerts. The bronze Sheffel bust of the Munich sculptor Menges became a place of honour framed by plants of green and flowers.   While the other parts of the monument (the original location of the monument was the cathedral place) have been destroyed by the wars, the Sheffel bust was saved. Being part of the medieval town wall, the theif tower consituites the counterpart to the huge Gallusturm....

The street owes its name to te stone bridge that used to connect the Old Town on the Rhine island with the suburb until the 19th century.  The right branch of the Rhine was filled with concrete in 1830 and new buildings were constructed pon islan position.   The department store and the Sprkasse were built on the former marksmen area during the first restoration phaseat the end of the 1070's.  The only living witness of that period is " Schutzenlinde" (marksmen linden - tree). The actual renewal, the paving and the arrangement of the "Stadtbachle" took place on the occassion of the Baden - Wurttemberg heritage days in 1977.   The numerous fountains and the Stadbachle show that the element water plays an important role in the whole area. Tourist Center Bad Sackingen Waldshuter Strabe 20 D-79713 Bad Sackingen Tel:   +49 7761 56 83-0 Fax:  +49 7761 56 83 17 E:   tourismus@badsackingen.de W:   www.bad-sackingen....

The 14 car Hiddigeigei steles that are place at the sttion were made bymembers of the sculpture and stonemason guild High Rhine in 1787/88.   The show-piece of the place with its protected trees is definitively the flower pyramid in the centre of the place which is surrounded with appeling flowerbeds and shrubs.   The beautifully arranged green spot turned the Bahnhofsplatz  into a popular meeting point and venue. Tourist center Bad Sackingen Waldshuter Strabe 20 D-79713 Bad Sackingen Tel:   +49 7761 56 83 -0 Fax:   +49 7761 56 83 17 E:   tourismus @bad sackingen.de W:    www.bad - sackingen.de

Built about 1600, the castle Schonau was originally a castle set on a lake with four corner towers.  The park was created between 1714 and 1722 patterned in the French style.   Wars, fires and changing owernership deteriorated the castle and the park more and more. The manor had its time of prosperity ,when in 1856, the factory owner Theodor Bally acquired the castle and park.  Since 1928 the stately home has been in the possession of the town. The two polygon corner towers, the central tower and the gabled roof are the archictectural characteristics of that building.  The castle houses the regional museum for pre- and pronto history, a collection of clocks, documents on the town history and the trumpet museum that is known throughout Europe.   Meetings, receptions and cultural events take place at the castle. Tourist center Bad Sackingen Waldshuter Strabe 20 D-79713 Bad Sackingen Tel:   +49 7761 56 83 -0 Fax:   +49 77...

The visitor will discover many more things in the shadows of the cathedral.  At the north side of will find the priest's office, the early mass- chapel built in the early 17th century as well as the closed garden next to the priest's office with a Virgin statue in the western corner.  In the outer choir of the cathedral is the tomb of the trumpeter and his wife , two lovers known worldwide since the publication of the epic poem of Joseph Victor von Scheffel in 1854.   Right next to it is the representation of the Fridolin and Urso.  The legend says that Fridolin raised Urso from the dead and appeared with him before the court of Rankweil in order to get his estates back that  his brother Landolf had taken illegitimately.

The huge cathedral with its characteristic towers reflects the grandeur and importance of the former chapel.   The monastery was founded by the Irish missionary Fridolin and developed during the Middle Ages into a splendid princess convent and religious centre in the High Rhine area.   The cathedral was built during the middle of the 14th century.  Unfortunately there are not many constructions left from former times, except for the crypt under the present- day high choir and other Roman parts of the western and southern part of the cathedral (treasure chamber). After the fires of 1678 and 1751, the renovations that followed were in Baroque style.   The silver shrine of Holy Father is definitively a remarkable artwork.

The huge cathedral with its characteristic towers reflects the grandeur and importance of the former chapel.  The monastery was founded by the Irish missionary Fridolin and developed during the Middle Ages into a splendid princess convent and religious centre in the High Rhine area.   The cathedral was built during the middle of the 14th century.   Unfortunately there are not many constructions left from former times, except for the crypt under the present-day high choir and other Roman parts of the western and southern part of the cathedral (treasure chamber). After the fires of 1678 and 1751, the renovations that followed were in Baroque style. The silver shrine of the Holy Fridolin is definitively a remarkable artwork.

The animated Rheinbruckstrasse is framed by old middle-class houses of which some date bak to the 17th century.  A special object of interest might be the Marrenbrunnen (fool's fountain) that has been donated from the local carnival society.   This artwork by sculpture Leonhard Eder illustrates a group of traditional carnival figures made of Jurassic limestone:   the Romer, the Siechenmannle, the Maisenharddtjoggele and the Huuler.   The route continues through dreamy corners, only a few metres away from the Rheinbruckstrasse (Fabrikgasse) and leads to the house "Fuchshole" (fox cave) embedded in a fully green surrounding. Built in 1522, the house at the corner Rheinbruckstrabe / Wernergasse with its nearly painted polygon oriel was destroyed by a fire in the 18th century.  It has been restored according to the original plans. The Rossle fountain has also been restored according to old pictures.   Along the way to the 400-year-old w...

The narrow and winding Fischergasse (fisher lane) with its 16th / 17th century middle-class houses is definitely one of the highlights of the lovingly renovated Old Town. In former times the Rhine fishermen used to live there.   Their guild house has been renovated by a citizen's initiative and is used today as arts centre. The prolongation of the Fischergasse is the Metzgergasse (butcher's lane).  Formerly, it was only here where it was allowed to sell meat and even today there is still a butchery on site.

The huge tower Gallusturm is located in the eastern point of the former island town.   The reason for ts edification was a disastrous  flood in 1343.   Apart from its function as breakwater between the two arms of the Rhine, it also served as an important defence facility.   Since 1973 the local carnival society uses the Gallusturm as  Bastion against moroseness." In the shadows of the tower you will find the rippling Gallus fountain.   The bronze sculpture of Saint Gallus together with the tamed bear reminds one of the keen missionaries of the alemannic area.   The monasteries Sackingen and St Gallen cultivated most of the land on both sides of the Rhine.

The bronze stele of the sculptor Klaus Ringwald symbolises the completion of the urban regeneration (1974 -1983)  and gained recognition from all over the country.  On three pages the most important themes of Sackingen history are illustrated the life of Saint Fridolin, the legend of the trumpeter of Sackingen and the thermal culture which enjoys a long tradition. The service and communication centre which is also a nice place to meet friends and relax, was built at the foot of the medieval city wall, in the middle of the river bed of the former Rhine branch that has been filled up during the 19th century.   Embedded in the heart of appealing public and private green spots, the Rudolf-Eberle-Platz (place named after former Minister of economic Affairs Rudolf Eberle) is the important connecting urban link between the centre of the Old Town and the train station.   The historical Old Town and modern architecture merge into perfect harmony.  It is ...

The Baden State Museum offer a spectacular overview of more than 5,000 years of international cultural history. Founded in 1919, the Baden State Museum's collection inside the Karlsruhe Palace displays examples of cultural achievements from every era of mankind.   Visitors can see works dating back to pre and early history as well as pre-Hellenic cultures in the Upper Rhine, not to mention ancient   vasas and terracottas, old italic artwork, and Roman stone monuments.   The museum also boasts sculptures ranging from the Middle Ages to modern times, as well as ivory carvings, painted glass, textiles, furniture, ceramics and works of metal and glass.   The Museum on Marktplatz shows globally significant works of Art Nouveau, Art Deco and 20t century fashion and design.  The latest permanent exhibition, Weltkultur / Global, Culture, serves as a modern contribution to socio-political debates on culture and intergration.   With uniq...

Sustainable and barrier -free The  Schauinsland Cable Car is both. Germany's longest loop cable car has been running on 100% green electricity since 2009 and emits 60 times less CO, than a car would for the same journey. So you can each the top comfortably and in an environmentally friendly manner.  The Schauinsland cable car is also excellently  suited for passengers with limited mobility:  spacious cabins offer sufficient room for wheelchairs, entry and exit times can be individually regulated, and supervisory staff are available to accompany passengers.  Specially signposted parking spaces are, of course, available at the Lower Station   Further adaptations for disabled access to the lower and upper stations include a "Toilet for all". Find further information for the individual possibilities of use at   www.schauinslandbahn.de Our webcam offers a wonderful view down into the valley. You can check the current weather situation at...

Gastronomy on the mountain Hospitality is taken seriously on the Schauinsland The Halde Table time with palate pleasure.  The Hotel Halde offers real hospitality combining the traditional and the modern-always of the best quality and with a stylish ambiance.  About a 30 minute walk from the Upper Station. All information at  www.diehalde.com Gasthaus Buckhof The traditional inn in Horben offers traditional cuisine and hearty specialities.  About a 1.5 hour walk from the Upper Station All information at www.buckhof.de Holzschlagermatte The Minuth family welcomes you with fresh regional products..About a 40-minute walk from the Upper Station. All information at www.holzschlaegermatte.de

The Herbal Discovery Trail Go on a discovery tour. Experience the diversity of herbs and medicinal plants on the Schauinsland with all your senses.  The Herbal Discovery Trail leads you through Black Forest glades, meadows and forests.  With the accomplished experts on herbs of the Association Herbs village Oberried e.V., you learn the almost forgotten knowledges about herbs and medicinal plants and discover at first hand where you can find them on the Schauinsland.  Get enthusiastic about this varying century-old cultural landscape. Tour variants: Long tour:  4.5 km (3 hours) Short tour:  3,8 km (2 hours) Location: From the upper station of the Schauinsland cable car, the path leads first towards the Mining Museum,  The Herbal Discovery Trail starts 300 m after the mine. Information at: www.kraeuter-erlebnispfad-oberried-hofsgrund.de T:   +49 (0) 7602 338 / / kraeuterpfad-hofsgrund@web.de

The Mining Museum The 800-year old mine workings on the Schauinsland ae the largest in the Black Forest and the Vosges - about 100 km long and divided into 22 levels. All the typical mining periods of metal ore mining can be seen here, making it a valuable showcase for cultural history.  Experience this history during the various tours. It takes about 10 minutes to walk to the mine from the Upper Station. The Mining Museum Freiburg, Germany Tel:   +49 (0) 761 26468 Web:   www.schauninslandbahn.de

The Schauinsland Tower Visitors to Freiburg' s landmark mountain can see the Schauinsland Tower (also known as te Eugen Keidel Tower) from far away. It is possible to climb the 31-metre-tall timber frame observation tower.  The fantastic view is well worth it. It takes about 30 minutes to walk to the tower from the Upper Station The Schauinsland Tower Freiburg, Germany Tel:   +49 (0) 761 4511-777 Web:   www.schauinslandbahn.de