Seelbach in the Black Forest

Map: Black Forest

Information in brief

• Location: in the central Black Forest, 25 km south of Offenburg
• A 5 exit at Lahr (No. 56)
• 220-600 m above sea level
• 4.900 inhabitants
• Districts: Wittelbach, Schönberg

Description

Seelbach lies on the Schutter River on the western edge of the Black Forest in the southern Ortenau district. From the Hohengeroldseck Castle ruins, you can enjoy beautiful views of the Schutter Valley and, on the other side, the Kinzig Valley. And there are also many other places in the relatively open landscape that offer magnificent views.

With the Hohengeroldseck Castle ruins, the historic Glatz Mill, the well-kept town, and the family-friendly outdoor pool, there's plenty to see and experience in Seelbach. And of course, the beautiful Black Forest surroundings can be explored on foot, by bike, or mountain bike.

Photo: View of Seelbach

Photo: In der Ortsmitte

Photo: Seelbach station - as you can see, no train has been running here for a long time

Photo: Entrance area to the Mill Museum "Historic Mill Glatz"

Photo: The Konrad Chapel above Seelbach

Photo: The St. Catherine's Market takes place every year at the end of November (Saturday to Monday). 250 market stalls, nearly 40 food stalls, a children's carousel and other rides, a historical performance, and the biennial parade (pictured here is the '17-ell-long St. Catherine's Sausage') regularly attract up to 20,000 visitors.