A woman with long hair and a sun hat sits on a canoe and holds a paddle in her hand. The lush green shore vegetation can be seen to the right and left. The water glistens in the sunshine.

Excursion Tips by the WaterWater Sports in Southwest Germany

Water Sports Paradise Baden-WürttembergVariety for Water Sports Fans

Discover the refreshing spots in Baden-Württemberg! With its many lakes, Lake Constance and rivers, Baden-Württemberg is the ultimate water sports paradise. The Neckar, Kocher, Jagst, Rhine and the young Danube are just waiting for you to conquer them with your canoe. There are plenty of excursion destinations here for all water sports fans: Whether fishing, sailing, surfing, canoeing, pedal boating or jet skiing - there's something for everyone here. And you can get the right equipment from our experts.

Your Time Out at the Most Beautiful Lakes in the South


In addition to the many possibilities offered by Lake Constance and the numerous rivers, there are also many smaller lakes that invite you to relax, swim or go pedal boating. How about the romantically situated Titisee in the southern Black Forest, for example? Or the Schluchsee? And then there is the legendary Mummelsee. Surrounded by vineyards, Lake Breitenau in the Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park is also a real insider tip for water sports fans.

Lake Constance

Lake Constance is your ultimate playground! Whether you want to go sailing, surfing or canoeing - you've come to the right place. Sun worshippers and water rats will also get their money's worth, whether it's swimming or pedal boating. In this water sports paradise, you will find a huge selection of surfing and sailing schools, boat hire and fantastic beaches. The charming towns around the lake and the breathtaking landscape promise you pure relaxation and recreation. What are you waiting for? Leaning half-timbered house: a person looks out of an open window. Red geraniums in flower pots hang from all the windows.


Paddling Adventures: Conquer the Waters in a Canoe


Grab your canoe and explore the rivers Neckar, Kocher, Jagst or the young Danube in the Danube valley. These waters invite you to go on extensive canoe tours, whether you only want to spend a few hours or several days on the water. Imagine paddling along the Neckar and marvelling at medieval castles from the water. Or experience the Jagst, which sometimes flows calmly and then surprises you with wild rapids.

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    Source of the Danube (of the Breg)
    The Danube, the largest river in Central Europe, has its source here. A bronze statue of the river god Danuvius watches over the source of the Danube.
    Black Forest
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    Mühlbach spring
    The Mühlbach spring in Eybach near Geislingen is a picturesque karst spring - once vital for humans and animals, today an idyllic place to rest and cool your feet while hiking.
    Geislingen an der Steige-Eybach
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    Simonsbach reservoir
    The Simonsbach reservoir near Donzdorf is a flood retention basin and at the same time an idyllic natural paradise with diverse birdlife - ideal for walks and nature watching.
    Swabian Alb
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    Charlottensee
    Charlottensee in Uhingen is an artificial pond dating back to the 15th century, protected as a natural monument and surrounded by near-natural shoreline areas and mixed forest.
    Uhingen
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    Taubenbach waterfall
    The Taubenbach waterfall near Börtlingen is a hidden natural gem. The adventurous trail rewards you with peace, nature and an idyllic waterfall away from the tourist trails.
    Börtlingen
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    Herrenbach reservoir
    The Herrenbach reservoir near Adelberg is a flood retention basin with beautiful scenery, hiking trails and rest areas - popular for walks and fishing, swimming and water sports are prohibited.
    Adelberg
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    Ditz cascades
    The Ditz cascades near Bad Ditzenbach are a hidden natural gem with small waterfalls and limestone terraces - perfect for nature lovers and hikers in the Upper Fils Valley.
    Bad Ditzenbach
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    Wolfgangsee
    Lake Wolfgangsee near Adelberg is a small, quiet pond in the forest, ideal for relaxing and fishing. Less frequented and surrounded by large trees, it offers numerous seating areas.
    Adelberg
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    Lower horse pond
    The Unterer Roßteich near Ebersbach/Sulpach is an idyllic forest lake and popular fishing water - quiet, close to nature and with a good chance of catching trout or carp.
    Ebersbach an der Fils