9 Sundowner Spots in Baden-Württemberg's Cities

When the Sun Goes DownCool Spots in Baden-Württemberg for Your Evening Adventures

The cities of Southwest Germany are home to countless experiences beginning at twilight and continuing into the night. Relax and watch the sunset from stunning serene locations before taking just a few short steps into vibrant nightlife hotspots.Here are our sundowner tips in the cities of the south:

Historic Romance by the WaterTeufelsbrücke in Mannheim

Teufelsbrücke, or ‘The Devil's Bridge’, was built in 1875 and is the oldest surviving bridge in Mannheim connecting the Mühlauinsel and Jungbusch districts. The movable swing bridge has been a listed building since 1972 as well as becoming a popular sundowner spot over the years. The perfect place to relax with a drink, overlooking the water, and enjoy the colours of the evening sky before diving into the nightlife of Jungbusch - a popular creative district with many pubs, bars, clubs, and restaurants, as can be discovered on the guided tour ‘Vibrant Jungbusch’.mannheim.de/en/shaping-the-city

Mannheim

Evening atmosphere at the Devil's Bridge

A Magical Evening in the Castle GardenScheffelterrassen in Heidelberg

Scheffelterrasse, or ‘Scheffel Terrace’, can be found in the rear part of the palace gardens and is one of the most beautiful places in Heidelberg to experience the sunset thanks to its panoramic views of the palace, the Old Town, the Old Bridge, and the Neckar River - as far as the plains of the river Rhine. It owes its name to the poet Joseph Victor von Scheffel, whose poetry was inspired by the view – and he was not alone, Goethe was also a frequent visitor to this ethereal spot. Admission to both the palace gardens and Scheffelterrasse is free. And why not add to the romance of the occasion with a glass of Heidelberg wine.heidelberg-marketing.de/en

Heidelberg

Panorama with poetry on the Scheffel Terraces

Spectacular View With a Play of ColoursThe Turmberg in Karlsruhe

The Turmberg near Karlsruhe is the most north-western peak of the Black Forest and borders the neighbouring Kraichgau region. The 528 steps of the “Hexenstäffele” take you up to the Turmberg terrace. Since June, the 128 steps up to the newly renovated Turmberg tower have been open again. Once at the top, a spectacular view of the fan-shaped city, the Rhine Valley and, on a clear day, even the Northern Vosges awaits you. Each evening, locals and visitors alike gather on the terrace steps to enjoy the magical sunsets. And when dusk finally falls, there’s ‘Anders auf dem Turmberg’ farm bistro to enjoy an evening meal.www.karlsruhe-erleben.de/en

Young people sit on a panoramic terrace on a mountain and drink wine. A large city lies on the horizon. The sun is setting. The atmosphere is romantic.

Karlsruhe

The sunset on the Turmberg is an absolute highlight.

Holiday Feeling Above the Rooftops of the CitySP6 Beach Bar in Pforzheim

Parasols, sun loungers, palm trees, sangria - even sand beneath your feet... Sounds like a holiday? At SP6 Beach Bar it feels like one. Despite its unusual location, during the summer months on the car park in Pforzheim, you can leave the daily life behind and take a relaxing break with an unbeatable view of the sunset. En route you can take a detour and stop-by the interactive permanent exhibition ‘Gold.Money.Society.’ in the ‘TurmQuartier’, a local hub. Here you can learn interesting facts about the history of Pforzheim as a gold town - and of course about the precious metal itself. turmquartier.de/en

View from above of an illuminated tower block in the dark. The skyline is clearly recognisable.

Pforzheim

At the SP6 beach bar in the Sparkasse car park, you can leave everyday life far behind you.

The Highlight on the RiverMariensteg and the Dreisam Swing in Freiburg

The river Dreisam is Freiburg's lifeline. Providing refreshment in the hotter months, it’s clear water also feeds the famous ‘Bächle’ - small water-filled channels that connect across the city - with its gentle babble that calms the everyday hustle and bustle. There are plenty of beautiful spots for sundowners along the banks of the Dreisam, but one particularly popular spot is the 35-metre long Mariensteg - an Art Nouveau bridge that was completely renovated in 1980 and is home to a special surprise… One day a swing mysteriously appeared hanging from the bridge, enabling you to swing across the Dreisam and a little closer to the evening sun.visit.freiburg.de/en

Two girls are sitting on large stones in a riverbed. There is a bridge in the background. The sun is low and shines through under the bridge. To the side is an overgrown bank.

Freiburg

There are many lovely spots for a sundowner on the banks of the Dreisam.

Wine Experiences With SunsetMartin Heinrich Wengerthäusle in Heilbronn

Imagine sitting amidst the vineyards, enjoying regional food and fine wines, and slowly watching the sky turn pink as the sun disappears from the horizon… At Martin-Heinrich-Wengerthäusle on the Wartberg in Heilbronn, this is a dreamlike reality across weekends between April and October, as 14 wineries take turns serving their wine. These days the Wengerthäusle can be reached by either sightseeing buses or the regular city buses - more convenient than the Middle Ages, when winegrowing on the Wartberg was first documented back in 1146.heilbronn.de/tourismus

View over vines to a town at sunset. The vines are lush green and shimmer golden in the sunlight.

Heilbronn

This is the way to live! Sitting amongst the vines and watching the sky turn pink.

A Hideaway in the Centre of the CityThe Tea House in Weissenburg Park in Stuttgart

Atop a hill to the south-east of Stuttgart lies a local gem dating back to 1850, when the city’s residents asked for somewhere to be built in Weissenburg Park “to serve coffee, lemonade, and other drinks in this beautiful spot”. Today, the Tea House is a popular open-air café surrounded by terraces offering fantastic views of Stuttgart – with a meadow perfect for enjoying sundowner picnics. Afterwards, it's worth making a stop just a short walk away at the Schwarz Weiss Bar that specialises in unusual cocktails and spirits.stuttgart-tourist.de/en

View of a meadow on a mountain. From there you have a view of a large city. People are scattered across it. Trees stand at the edge.

Stuttgart

The Weißenburgpark is an oasis of peace with a view of the city.

The Beauty of a SkylineDonau Ufer in Ulm

If you want to see Ulm in all its glory, then head to the banks of the Danube at sunset. There you will find the Uferbar, a kiosk painted forest green and offering delicious summer drinks, wine, beer, and speciality coffees, which you can take to their tables or deckchairs and enjoy the unique riverside view of the Ulm skyline: Ulm Minster with the world's tallest church tower, the old town houses, and the glass pyramid of the city library. After dark, take a stroll through the romantic Fishermen's Quarter with its picturesque lanes and quaint restaurants.tourismus.ulm.de/en/

View of a skyline at dusk. You can see a large cathedral tower. The lights are reflected in a river. The sky is midnight blue.

Ulm

What a backdrop! Ulm at sunset in all its splendour at the International Danube Festival.

The Perfect Summit for Panorama FansThe Merkur in Baden-Baden

The Merkur mountain has the city of Baden-Baden at its feet. You can travel the ‘Merkur Bergbahn’ cable car to the top of the 668-metre-high peak in just a few minutes, or of course you can also climb it on foot or by bike. Once at the top enjoy a fascinating panoramic view over Baden-Baden, looking out across the highest mountains of the northern Black Forest and Murg Valley, right as far as the plains of the Upper Rhine and the Vosges Mountains. Why not enjoy this romantic dusk setting from the terrace of the Merkurstüble restaurant accompanied by a glass of local Riesling.baden-baden.com/en