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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    Fischtreppe
    In summer 2019, a new fish ladder was built underneath Freiburg's Schwabentorbrücke bridge. The giant ramp should help fish to cross the Dreisam into the Dreisamtal valley more easily from now on.
    Black Forest
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    Dreisam
    The Dreisam is much more than just the river that feeds the Bächle - it is pure nature right in the city and in the immediate vicinity. Its clear water and lush green meadows are both a recreational a...
    Black Forest
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    Seebach - Der Mummelsee
    A visit to Lake Mummelsee offers many different experiences and sights. In addition to the scenic attractions with the marvellous picturesque location of the lake, there are pedal boatsfor hire, you c...
    Seebach
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    Stadtsee in Staufen
    The town lake in Staufen is framed by tall trees and lies on the edge of the historic town centre of Staufen.
    Black Forest
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    Dreherhäusleweiher - Höchenschwander Sagenpfad
    Legend: The mermaid from the Dreherhäusleweiher pond A long time ago, there were several old farms and even an old mill around the Dreherhäusleweiher pond. In one of these farms lived a maid and a far...
    Black Forest
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    Blankenloch Lake
    Blankenloch Lake
    Kraichgau-Stromberg
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    Drackenstein waterfall
    Drackenstein waterfall with a 15 m drop, striking tufa terrace and Mariengrotte grotto - an impressive natural monument in the Gosbach valley.
    Drackenstein
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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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    Lake Barbarossa
    Small town pond with playground, seating and walking paths - a popular meeting place for families and those seeking relaxation.
    Swabian Alb