Steinen in the Black Forest
Map: Steinen in the Black Forest
Key Facts
- Location: in the southwest of the Black Forest, near Lörrach
- Autobahn A 98 exit at Lörrach (No. 5)
- 320-988 m above sea level
- 10,000 inhabitants
- Districts: Endenburg, Hägelberg, Höllstein, Hüsingen, Kirchhausen, Schlächtenhaus, Weitenau
Description
Steinen is situated in the Wiesental and Steinenbachtal valleys, near Lörrach at the southwestern edge of the Black Forest, in the border triangle where Germany, France, and Switzerland meet. The difference in elevation between the valley floor and the Wambacher Wasen in the north is nearly 700 meters. Local attractions include, in particular, the Steinen Bird Park and the Schneiderhof Farmhouse Museum.
Further Information
Photo: Farmhouse Museum Schneiderhof
Photo: District of Schlächtenhaus