Hausach in the Kinzig Valley – a state-recognized resort town

In the heart of the Black Forest, right in the middle of the Kinzig Valley, directly at the confluence of the Gutach and Kinzig rivers: Hausach's central location is unmistakable. Centuries ago, these geographical factors led to the construction of Husen Castle and the establishment of a customs post at this very spot. Today, they significantly contribute to Hausach's importance as an industrial and commercial center. The ruins remaining from the castle are the town's landmark.

Hausach is located on the world-famous Black Forest Railway, whose construction in 1866 initiated industrial growth. The route is still considered a masterpiece of engineering today.

The network of hiking trails spans 120 km. The "Hausacher Bergsteig" is one of the Black Forest's gourmet trails and is aimed at athletic hikers. The "Adventure Trail," on the other hand, is designed to encourage families with children to get active outdoors. Hausach is a mid-station on the famous "Westweg" hiking trail, which stretches 280 km from Pforzheim to Basel.

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With the Hausacher LeseLenz, the town hosts an annual literature festival that is unparalleled in rural areas and establishes Hausach's reputation as the "literary capital of rural areas." www.leselenz.com

Since spring 2020, Hausach has boasted a new attraction: the Kinzigtalbad Ortenau. This year-round bath features an outdoor pool, indoor pool, sauna, and a very high quality of stay. For the people and residents of Ortenau, as well as for the tourism that is eminently important to the region, the new bath represents a valuable and indispensable leisure facility.

Hausach is an educational hub and has all the important training and continuing education facilities, including a comprehensive school, a general education grammar school, a business grammar school and commercial schools, an adult education center, a music school, and a Paritätische vocational school for social professions. A school cafeteria is available to all three general education schools.

Three kindergartens, some offering full-day care including meals and inclusive support, also make Hausach an attractive place to live, especially for families.

A vibrant club life with over 60 Hausach associations offers the opportunity to be active and get involved in the life of the town.

In the immediate vicinity of Hausach, the idyllic, picturesque landscape of the central Black Forest impresses with its typical, charming farmhouses. The famous Black Forest Open-Air Museum "Vogtsbauernhöfe" is less than a 5-minute drive from the town center. French cities like Strasbourg or Switzerland can also be reached in a maximum of 1.5 hours.

We take responsibility for the future

For centuries, the Black Forest has been home to the art of forging. And it is our home. To preserve it for future generations, we take our responsibility seriously and contribute to sustainable development.

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