A woman sits on a vineyard slope and enjoys the view over the autumnal vineyard landscape with a glass of wine in her hand.

Excursion Tips for Autumn in Southwest Germany

Ideas for Your Enjoyable Autumn Break
by Hirsch & Greif

Autumn Hits and Rustling Leaves

Discover Our Autumnal Baden-Württemberg
The evenings are getting cooler, the days shorter and the sun bathes everything in golden light. Autumn makes Baden-Württemberg's nature shine and adds variety to your day trips. Immerse yourself in the colourful splendour of our forests and vineyards. Can you feel the last rays of sunshine tickling your face? The scent of ripe grapes and fruit will fill your nose and entice you to one of our many autumn events. Let yourself be infected by the joie de vivre and hospitality and enjoy new sweet treats with onion tart. Ready for your autumn adventure?

Enjoy colourful nature

It's time to get out into nature and soak up the last rays of sunshine. The grape harvest is about to begin in the wine regions. In the apple-growing regions, the scent of autumn is enticing. The autumn colours of yellow and orange lift the mood. They also strengthen the immune system. If that's not a reason to discover nature! Day trips into the nature of Baden-Württemberg

Time for culture & sightseeing

The pleasant temperatures make you want to go sightseeing and attend cultural events again. How about a discovery tour of Baden-Württemberg's palaces, castles or monasteries?Palaces, castles and monasteries in Baden-Württemberg

City breaks in Baden-Württemberg

Our charming cities share a southern flair and a great zest for life. A visit is more than just shopping. Small alleyways, dreamy corners and delightful locales make every day of your holiday something special. Here you can escape from everyday life and stress. Excursions in the cities of Baden-Württemberg

It's wine o'clock in autumn!

Every season has its charm in the vineyard! But autumn has it all. Not only are the most beautiful wine festivals in Baden-Württemberg then, but the hillsides slowly turn a beautiful red colour. A ride through the colourful vineyards with the Tracktor is therefore particularly fun. Or take one of the many guided tours through the autumnal vines and learn all kinds of information about viticulture. And savour the wines at the same time. Important: always keep an eye on the calendar! Wine events in Baden-Württemberg

Where Golden Moments Are Created

Event Tips in the Autumnal in Southwest Germany
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    Heidelberg Autumn Festival
    The "Heidelberg Autumn" city festival is multifaceted.
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    Erntedankfest und Herbstausklang, offener Winzerkeller in der Winzergenossenschaft
    The end of autumn in Ihringen has a long tradition. Our winegrowing village dresses up in bright colours to celebrate the arrival of the last harvest wagon.
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Heidelberg Autumn Festival
The "Heidelberg Autumn" city festival is multifaceted.
Electoral Palatinate
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Erntedankfest und Herbstausklang, offener Winzerkeller in der Winzergenossenschaft
The end of autumn in Ihringen has a long tradition. Our winegrowing village dresses up in bright colours to celebrate the arrival of the last harvest wagon.
Black Forest
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Dream Gardens in Southwest Germany

Golden Garden Autumn 'Goldener Gartenherbst'
Parks and gardens are real places of longing. Whether green oases with views of lakes and mountains or historic castles surrounded by lush parkland - you will find your perfect retreat here. Small private and cottage gardens also exude their very own charm.From 30 August to 12 October 2025, the ‘Traumgärten im Süden’ will be all about the autumn garden. The three garden networks in the south - Bodenseegärten, Hohenloher Gartenparadies and Gartenträume Stauferland - will lure you outside with numerous garden events and invite you to take a relaxing garden break. Pack your friends and enjoy the colourful variety of autumnal gardens!
Flamingo fountain in a park-like garden in the morning light
Garden Time-Out in the South
Well-known gardens are among the dream gardens in the south, for example the island of Mainau.

Autumn Magic and Unforgettable Experiences

Autumn Highlights in Baden-Württemberg

Our hand-picked excursion tips take you to places that are now bathed in a special light. Autumn in Baden-Württemberg is an invitation to enjoy life with all your senses.

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    Alb-Donau-Kreis Ice Age path - Blaubeurer rocky path
    Quality hiking trail around Blaubeuren. The valley-basin of Blaubeuren is known for its rocky natural beauty, such as the famous karst spring “Blautopf”.
    Swabian AlbMedium3:30h10.4kmLoop tour
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    Suspension bridge "BLACKFORESTLINE"
    Feel the adrenaline high above the waterfall! The 450 meter long suspension bridge over the Todtnau waterfalls in the Black Forest Highlands. In the mountain world of Todtnau, the views on the surroun...
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    CultureMuseums & galleries
    Kaiserstuhl Nature Centre
    Visit our Nature Centre to get an impression about Kaiserstuhl. Learn more about the history, plants, animals and insects of Kaiserstuhl. You will find there Exhibitions, wall charts, as well as show...
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    NatureCycling
    Remstal-Radweg (EN)
    An adventure tour with picturesque scenery, blossoming wine culture, impressive half-timbered houses and idyllic orchards.
    7:19h105.3kmStage tour
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    NatureCycling
    Family-friendly cycle tour to Affenberg
    By bike from Überlingen to Affenberg Salem - an ideal cycle tour for families.
    Überlingen on Lake Constance1:10h18.7kmLoop tour
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    Wasserfallsteig
    The Urach waterfall alone is an experience, but when coupled with magnificent views from the rocky outcrops of Rutschenfelsen and the second, equally spectacular Gutersteiner waterfall, the whole tour...
    Swabian AlbMedium3:15h10kmLoop tour
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    Albschäferweg - Hiking in the Swabian Alb
    The approximately 158 kilometer long and award-winning circular hiking trail leads in the footsteps of the shepherds through typical landscape areas of the Swabian Alb, past outstanding cultural treas...
    Swabian AlbMedium42:15h159kmStage tour
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    CultureParks & gardens
    Mainau Island
    Oppulent flowerage throughout the year, a park with 150-year-old trees, the Baroque splendor of the castle and church and the the Mediterranean character - that is Mainau, the Flower Island in Lake Co...
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    NatureHiking
    Bad Peterstal-Griesbach - Wiesensteig für "Genusssucher"
    Rund um das Tal der „Wilden Rench“ schlängelt sich der Premiumwanderweg Wiesensteig entlang der Griesbacher Wiesen und Talhänge. Auf ca. 13,5 Kilometern Länge prägen wunderschöne Landschaftsformatione...
    Black ForestHard5:30h13.5kmLoop tour

Excursions in Rainy Weather

Indoor Tips in Baden-Württemberg
Autumn is a particularly beautiful time in Baden-Württemberg. But even here, the weather can be grubby from time to time. Fortunately, we have plenty of exciting indoor activities. So your autumn holiday is saved even in rainy weather.Discover exciting indoor adventures: tricky puzzles and exciting stories await you in the escape rooms. Let your energy run free in the trampoline halls and jump away from the grey weather. Test your limits in the climbing halls and scale the highest walls. Immerse yourself in fascinating worlds and discover art, history and science in a whole new way in the museums and exhibitions. For little adventure fans, there is plenty to discover in the indoor playgrounds. If you want to relax, the spas and wellness oases offer the perfect opportunity to unwind.Make the most of your autumn and don't let a few raindrops stop you!
Four children are sliding down a long, colorful water slide on blue mats. A boy stands at the edge on the right and watches.
Weatherproof Excursion Destinations
We say: dirty weather? So what!

Foliage Whispers in Southwest Germany

Stories for Colourful Leaves and Cool Experiences

Snuggle up and browse: discover autumnal tips and stories from Baden-Württemberg.

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    5 Destination Suggestions for Autumn in Southwest Germany
    CulturePalaces & castles
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    Wine and Wow!
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    The Ten Best Photo Spots in Baden-Württemberg
    NatureNature Reserves
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    Ehinger Alb Meditation Trail
    NatureHiking
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    7 Spiritual Hiking Trails to Broaden Your Horizon
    NatureHiking
  • Using Nature's Bounty

    Spas and Health Resorts in Southwest Germany
    WellnessSpas & Health Resorts
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Autumn is Glorious

5 Destination Suggestions for Autumn in Southwest Germany
CulturePalaces & castles

Wine Events in Baden-Württemberg

Wine and Wow!

Breathtaking Locations that Make Insta Fans Happy

The Ten Best Photo Spots in Baden-Württemberg
NatureNature Reserves

Walking is Magic

Ehinger Alb Meditation Trail
NatureHiking

Time to Reflect

7 Spiritual Hiking Trails to Broaden Your Horizon
NatureHiking

Using Nature's Bounty

Spas and Health Resorts in Southwest Germany
WellnessSpas & Health Resorts
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