In the southern Markgräflerland there are many beautiful places that invite to spend time in nature. During all seasons. Great wine and food add their part in making the tri-border area a popular tourist destination. However, the region is also densely populated. Highway and railroad have to share a narrow strip between the Rhine and the foothills of the Black Forest.
Therefore, on most excursions, one cannot avoid being relatively close to some sort of traffic. Not so in the Eggener Valley. The flat and wide valley stretches on one of the few areas where one can stay away from busy roads and rails.
The valley is a visitor magnet especially in spring during the cherry blossom. There is even a blossom hotline (Blütentelefon), were one can check the bloom forecast to not miss the best time. But also during winter, the secluded valley has its unique charm, especially when the weather is right.
So let's visit the Eggener Valley for a little Sunday walk!
At the entrance to the valley. In the geological sense not an actual valley since it wasn't shaped through erosion but through the milling and grinding of a long gone glacier moraine.
Some of the many cherry trees in the valley. Still in their winter rest.
Through the trees the view on the landmark mountain of the valley, the 1165 m high Hochblauen. In the warmer season a popular launch site for hang and paragliders.
Towards the end of the valley. Far back on the horizon, the distant view on the two Roche-Towers. Basel's tallest buildings. Can you spot them?
The view back into the valley. The little castle to the left on the mountain ridge is the Sausenburg which I visited a couple of years ago. You can have a closer look on the medieval fortress and catch some summer vibes in a previous post of mine here.</a.Thanks for following along and see you back next time 👋
Photos recorded by myself with an iPhone 13 Pro