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Renchen
ℹ️Practical info — Renchen
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💡 Tips
- Visit the Simplicissimus-Haus to learn about the famous Baroque author Grimmelshausen.
- Come in June or July during the cherry harvest when the roads are lined with fresh fruit stands.
- Take advantage of the Rheintalbahn train connection for a stress-free trip to Strasbourg or Baden-Baden.
- Look for the 'Renchener Einkaufskorb' symbol to find local producers selling directly from the farm.
- Hike the Simplicissimus loop trail, which connects local literature with the scenery of the Ortenau.
🍽 Food
Try this high-quality cherry brandy at one of the many traditional local distilleries.
A traditional cherry bread pudding often served in local cafés following old family recipes.
Enjoy the original cake with real Ortenau cherries in the town's pastry shops.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Visit the farms in the districts for fresh fruit, honey, and homemade jams.
A specialty shop for high-quality linen fabrics and home textiles located right in town.
The paths along the river offer shaded spots and tranquility away from the main roads.
Walk through the vines for views that reach as far as the Strasbourg Cathedral on clear days.
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Located amidst the fertile orchards and vineyards of the Ortenau region, Renchen is a pleasant small town on the edge of the Black Forest. It is known nationwide as the "Grimmelshausen town", because the famous Baroque poet Hans Jakob Christoffel von Grimmelshausen, author of the picaresque novel "Simplicius Simplicissimus", spent the last years of his life here as mayor. In his honour, the fascinating Simplicissimus House was established, a modern literature museum that attracts culture lovers from all over the region. His impressive monument in front of the historic town hall also shapes the pretty town centre. Renchen benefits greatly from its mild climate, which provides good conditions for growing excellent cherries, apples, and wine. A walk or a cycling tour through the blossoming orchards in spring is a truly unforgettable experience. In the town's cosy, traditional Baden inns, visitors can taste regional specialities such as the famous Black Forest gateau or fine cherry schnapps directly from the producers, while enjoying the warm southern hospitality.
- Location: Baden-Württemberg, Germany
- Top sights: Simplicissimus House · Renchen Town Hall · Renchen Leisure Pool
- Nearby: Achern (7 km)
- Population: ~7.451
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 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 14 | 10 | 5 | 1 |
| Rain mm | 84 | 63 | 70 | 58 | 99 | 83 | 92 | 89 | 65 | 81 | 74 | 91 |
Geography
Facts
- Town rights since 1326
- Elevation: 150 m
- Area: 31.18 sq km
- Grimmelshausen Prize is awarded here
- Local brewery in the Ulm district
- Largest strawberry-growing area in the region
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Sights in the town Renchen (6)
Stadtgeschichtliche Ausstellung🏛 museum
Local history exhibition in the old town hall showcasing the heritage of Renchen.
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