Night sky in dark blue on the Swabian Alb. There are two trees in the foreground, light veil clouds and a shooting star in the sky.

Baden-Württemberg from Dusk Till DawnSouthwest Germany by Night

3.12.202420 min. read timeby Hirsch & Greif

Sundowner spots, star hikes & museum nights → Experience Southwest Germany from the blue hour to dawn!

Worth Staying Awake forNighttime Activities in Baden-Württemberg

In Southwest Germany, we celebrate both the night and life itself. Dance under the open sky or hike to a remote observatory? Starry skies or magical mist? Ghostly castles or vibrant museum nights? A blue-hour dessert or dinner in the dark? Sundowner or early espresso? Whatever your rhythm, our night-and-day program offers something for everyone.For Night Owls and Early Birds

At a Glance

Starry Skies, Howling Wolves, Midnight Swimming

Fancy a midnight swim in a thermal bath? Watching wolves at a wildlife park? Or spotting constellations in the night sky? From courtyard concerts to museum nights, the nighttime experience offers a completely different perspective on the world around you.

Good Night, Sleep Tight

Sleep under the stars in a tipi, on a farm, or in a shepherd's wagon. Whether you're in the Odenwald Forest or at Lake Constance, Southwest Germany offers everything from open-air accommodations to luxurious hotels for a restful night.

The Best Sundowner Spots

Sip your evening drink by the river in Ulm or on the Mariensteg Bridge in Freiburg. Enjoy the view from Mount Turmberg in Karlsruhe, Mount Merkur in Baden-Baden, or the Teehaus Pavillon in the Weißenburgpark in Stuttgart. Explore chic locations like Pforzheim’s Skylounge, Mannheim’s Jungbusch Quarter, Heidelberg’s castle gardens, or the vineyards of Heilbronn – wrap up your day in style in the cities of Southwest Germany.

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6:00 pm

Join a guided herb tour followed by a herb-inspired gourmet dinner.

6:00 PM

Experience the Remstal Museum Night with art and wine until midnight.

8:00 pm

Take a spooky palace tour at Ludwigsburg Residential Palace.

8:30 pm

Sway to live music at a farm concert in the Dreisam Valley.

9:30 pm

Stargazing hike at the Star Park in the Swabian Alb.

5:00 am

Marvel at the play of light in the mist on the Donaubergland Trail.

6:00 am

Try SUP Yoga in Überlingen at Lake Constance.

8:00 am

Enjoy a culinary city tour and coffee at Freiburg’s Münster Market.

On the Leading Quality Trails of the Swabian AlbSunrise & Sunset With a View

Picture this: a serene late summer morning, far from civilization. Just before sunrise, you hike to a viewpoint above the misty Danube. This is just one of many picturesque stops on the certified long-distance trails of the Swabian Alb: the Donauberglandweg Trail and the Albtraufgänger Trail. Both are designated European Leading Quality Trails. On the Albtraufgänger Trail we enjoy an unforgettable sunset at the shepherd's wagon.

Hiking Towards the Light

A young man and a young woman stand on a mountainside and look down into the valley. On the opposite side, the sun is rising behind a mountain. There is fog in the valley.

Late summer mornings or evenings:

The long-distance hiking trails of the Swabian Alb

Evening Castle ToursWitching Hour and Spooky Stories

Quiet and calm, you descend into the grotto where grand celebrations once took place. The chandeliers in the ancestral gallery remain unlit. You only hear the creak of your footsteps on the parquet and the eerie tales from your guide. At night, new doors open, like those at Ludwigsburg Residential Palace.

To the Castle Tour

A group goes on a night tour of the castle. You see a light in a corridor, shadows on the walls and a lantern in your hand.

An eerily beautiful tour of

Ludwigsburg Residential Palace by night

Long Museum NightsLook around, Marvel, Taste Swabian Dishes

Clinking glasses, live music, modern art, and ancient crafts. In Southwest Germany, art, cuisine, and wine come together. The Remstal Museum Night is one such event where galleries, wine cellars, and artisanal workshops open their doors.

Dive into the Museum Night