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Kenzingen
ℹ️Practical info — Kenzingen
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- The historic main street is a protected ensemble; look out for the well-preserved medieval town gates.
- Parking is limited inside the medieval core, so look for spots near the train station instead.
- Visit during the Alemannic Fasnet (carnival) season to see the traditional local 'Welle-Bengel' fools.
- The local tourist info center provides excellent trail maps for hikes into the nearby Black Forest foothills.
🍽 Food
Try regional wines from the Breisgau area in a traditional wine tavern in the old town.
A regional favorite, best enjoyed in a local inn alongside a crisp glass of white wine.
Find a classic bakery or café on the main street for a genuine slice of Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Buy fresh produce and regional Black Forest ham from the vendors on the market square.
Purchase regional wines directly from the vintners or in specialized wine shops in town.
Take a relaxing walk along the peaceful banks of the Elz river.
The nearby town forest provides shaded, quiet trails right at the edge of the Black Forest.
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Kenzingen, a gem in the northern Breisgau, was founded in 1249 by the Lords of Üsenberg and has preserved an exceptional medieval flair over the centuries. The town is conveniently located on the Elz River between the Black Forest and the Kaiserstuhl. The listed town center, with its gates, towers, and magnificent townhouses, testifies to the town's past importance as a trading center. Today, Kenzingen is not only an attraction for tourists but also a dynamic economic location featuring a mix of traditional crafts, modern industry, and viticulture practiced on the surrounding slopes. The 'Fasnet' (carnival) tradition is highly valued in Kenzingen and attracts many visitors annually. The town also serves as a handy starting point for excursions to Europa-Park Rust, as well as for hiking and cycling tours in the Upper Rhine Plain and the adjacent low mountain ranges, where the blend of Baden lifestyle and historical awareness is palpable everywhere.
- Location: Baden-Württemberg, Germany
- Top sights: Burg Lichteneck · Johanniterwald · Narrenschau Kenzingen
- Nearby: Endingen am Kaiserstuhl (7 km)
- Population: ~11.071
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
- Founding date: 1249 by Rudolf II of Üsenberg
- Town area: 36.93 km²
- Elevation: 177 meters above sea level
- Number of districts: 4 (central town, Bombach, Hecklingen, Nordweil)
- Postal code: 79341
- Geographic coordinates: 48° 11' N, 7° 46' E
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