Discover 5 hidden attractions, cool sights, and unusual things to do in Emmendingen (Germany). Don't miss out on these must-see attractions: Hochburg, Jewish Museum Emmendingen, and Eichbergturm. Also, be sure to include Theater im Steinbruch in your itinerary.
Below, you can find the list of the most amazing places you should visit in Emmendingen (Baden-Württemberg).
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Hochburg
Museum in Emmendingen, Germany. The Hochburg is a castle ruin situated between the city of Emmendingen and the village of Sexau in the region of Baden, located in the southwest of Germany. It was presumably built in the 11th century and was originally known as castle Hachberg. The line of nobles known as the Margraves of Baden-Hachberg most likely derive their name from this castle and before it was razed by the French it was the second largest fortification in Baden.[1]
Jewish Museum Emmendingen
Also known as: Jüdisches Museum Emmendingen
Museum in Emmendingen, Germany. The Jewish Museum in Emmendingen in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, was opened on April 13, 1997, in a half-timbered house on Castle Square in the city center in the immediate vicinity of the former synagogue that was destroyed in 1938. In the basement one can visit the nineteenth century mikvah that was restored and is a protected monument. On the ground floor there is an exhibition on the history of the Jewish community in Emmendingen between 1716 and 1940. The fate of Emmendingen Jews under the Nazi regime is clearly documented. Moreover, the museum displays objects regarding Jewish religious and everyday life. Jewish holidays during the course of the year are explained in detail. On the upper floor there is a reading and meeting room with literature and videos about Judaism and Jewish history.[2]
Address: Schloßpl. 7, 79312 Emmendingen
Eichbergturm
Observation deck in Emmendingen, Germany. The Eichberg Tower is an observation tower on the 369 m high Eichberg mountain above the city of Emmendingen. The tower platform sits 10 m above the surrounding oak forest, and its top over 17 mm making it the highest observation tower in the state of Baden-Württemberg.
The tower, created by an association of citizens formed in 1999, was handed over to the city of Emmendingen on September 17, 2005 and is now open to the public.[3]
Address: Tennenbach 1, 79312 Emmendingen
Theater im Steinbruch
Concerts and shows, Theater
Address: Steinstr. 4, 79312 Emmendingen
Markgrafenschloss
The Margrave's Castle in Emmendingen is a Renaissance building on the edge of the old town of Emmendingen.
The simple three-story building with a high gable roof has a prominent octagonal stair tower on the north side and lower outbuildings. Originally, it was built as a courtyard of the Tennenbach monastery, which is still reminded by the abbot's staff above the portal. After changing hands several times, the building was acquired by Margrave Jakob III of Baden-Hachberg in 1588 and remodeled into a residential palace. In 1590, the chapter house in an adjacent building was the scene of the "Emmendingen Religious Discussion". After the death of Margrave Jakob III, the castle served as an official residence for the bailiffs of the margraviate of Hachberg, later as a castle bailiwick. As the last outbuilding of the residence, the so-called Lenzhäuschen has been preserved on the castle square.
In 1833, the building became the property of the city under Mayor Carl Helbing (1802-1874). He had a hospital established there. Today it houses the city history collection. The castle cellar with cross vault on the first floor is used as a cabaret stage and event room. In 2007, the castle was extensively renovated.
Address: Schloßplatz 1, 79312 Emmendingen