Emmendingen Christmas Market
A romantic Christmas market in Advent with mulled wine, crafts and a large ice rink in the centre.
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💡 Tips
- Start your hike to the Hochburg fortress ruins early in the morning, as the path gets very sunny in the summer.
- The historic market square with its old town hall is the most easy on the eye spot for photos.
- Watch your step around the 'Bächle'-narrow water channels running through the streets, similar to those in nearby Freiburg.
- Visit the historic Mikveh (Jewish ritual bath) to learn about the town's Jewish heritage.
🍽 Food
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Baden Schäufele
Try this hearty local specialty of cured pork shoulder served with potato salad at a traditional wine tavern.
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Flammkuchen
Enjoy a crispy 'tarte flambée', a highly popular dish in this French-German border region.
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Kaiserstuhl Wine
Sip on some excellent regional wine sourced from the neighboring Kaiserstuhl vineyards.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
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Farmers' Market
Check out the weekly market for fresh fruit and vegetables sourced directly from regional growers.
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Black Forest Ham
Buy some authentic Black Forest ham at one of the traditional butchers in the town center.
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Stadtgarten
Relax in this tranquil green oasis right in the middle of town, next to the margrave's palace.
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Elz River Walk
Take a leisurely walk along the Elz river, enjoying the cool, tree-shaded paths.
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Highlights of 2026
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Breisgau Wine Festival
A large wine festival held every third weekend of August in the old town, where over 20 Breisgau winemakers present more than 300 wines and sparkling wines.
Emmendingen Carnival
Alemannic carnival with the Hemdglunker parade on Dirty Thursday and the grand international fools' parade on Carnival Sunday featuring over 100 groups.
Emmendingen is the capital of the Emmendingen district in southwestern Germany, located in the scenic Breisgau region between the Black Forest and the Rhine valley. The town's skyline is dominated by the majestic Hochburg, one of the largest and most significant castle ruins in the state of Baden-Württemberg, which served as a fortress for the Margraves of Baden for centuries. The town center features a well-preserved Old Town with the Margravial Palace and numerous half-timbered houses. Emmendingen holds a special place in German literary history as the residence of Cornelia Schlosser, the sister of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, whose former home now houses a museum. Geographically, the town is split by the Elz river, contributing to its lush green surroundings. Today, Emmendingen is a vital economic center for the region, known for its high-tech industries, specialized crafts, and as a starting point for exploring the nearby vineyards of the Kaiserstuhl and the hiking trails of the Black Forest foothills.
- Location: Baden-Württemberg, Germany
- Top sights: Hochburg Ruins · Markgrafenschloss · Jewish Museum
- Nearby: Waldkirch (9 km)
- Population: ~29.035
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -1 | -1 | 3 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 110 | 83 | 94 | 80 | 131 | 110 | 117 | 114 | 89 | 111 | 97 | 122 |
Geography
Facts
- Administration: Capital of the Emmendingen district.
- History: First documented in the year 1094.
- Fortress: Hochburg is the second largest castle ruin in Baden.
- Museum: The Margravial Palace houses the town museum.
- Proximity: Located 15 km north of Freiburg im Breisgau.
- Nature: Situated at the edge of the Upper Rhine Plain.
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Sights in the town Emmendingen (5)
Markgrafenschloss🏰 castle
A former residence of the Margraves of Baden, now housing the municipal history museum in a Baroque setting.
🌐 tourismus.emmendingen.de🕒 We,Su 14:00-17:00
Jewish Museum🏛 museum
Located in a historic community building, it documents the rich history and life of the local Jewish community.
🌐 juedisches-museum-emmendingen.de🕒 We,Su 14:00-17:00
Frequently asked questions
What is the landmark of Emmendingen?
The Hochburg is one of Germany's largest castle ruins and towers over the town.
When does the weekly market take place?
The market is held every Tuesday and Friday morning on the Marktplatz.
Is there a connection to Freiburg?
By train, you can reach Freiburg in just 10 to 15 minutes with frequent services.
What can you see at the Jewish Museum?
It documents the history of the Jewish community in Emmendingen from the 18th century to the present.
Are there any natural monuments nearby?
Tennenbach Abbey and the surrounding Black Forest woods offer wonderful nature experiences.
Emmendingen: where is it located?
Emmendingen is located in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
Emmendingen: what is there to see?
Highlights include Hochburg Ruins, Markgrafenschloss, Jewish Museum.
Emmendingen: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Emmendingen: why is it worth visiting?
Emmendingen is the capital of the Emmendingen district in southwestern Germany, located in the scenic Breisgau region between the Black Forest and the Rhine valley.
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