Staufen is a quaint old village with many beautiful buildings and a walk up to the castle is the best way to view it. A walk from the train station takes you thought the town and past all the surrounding vineyards. There’s not too much to see at the castle itself but it’s all worthwhile just for the view. If your in Freiburg, it’s worth the drive to see Staufen. Great wine too.

Tough climb, especially with fully packed trekking bikes, but worth the views. Best enjoyed with a nice wine in town afterwards.

Great walk and panoramic views at the top

(Translated by Google) Because there you have a beautiful view of Staufen (Original) Weil man dort eine schöne Aussicht hat auf Staufen

(Translated by Google) Great location, great hiking trail there, then a fantastic view over the Black Forest to the Vosges. Then in Staufen to the wine fountain. Mmhhh (Original) Super Location, toller Wanderweg dorthin, dann phantastischer Ausblick über den Schwarzwald bis hin zu den Vogesen. Anschließend in Staufen zum Weinbrunnen. Mmhhh

(Translated by Google) Approx. 20 km southwest of Freiburg is the tourist town of Staufen im Breisgau, which is worth seeing with around 8,200 inhabitants. It is crowned by a ruined castle on the nearby Schlossberg. If you are there on the highest viewing platform, you have a great view over Staufen and the Breisgau from approx. 370 m. According to current knowledge, the hill fort was built between 1100 and 1200. During the Thirty Years War (1632) it was destroyed by Swedish troops. At the end of the 19th century and in the middle of the 20th century, extensive security and restoration measures were carried out on the remaining castle walls, which now allow easy access to the castle. If you spend a few hours in Staufen, the castle can be hiked in about 30 minutes from the city center. Conclusion: Recommended Sunday excursion, also for families with children and pets. (Original) Ca. 20 km südwestlich von Freiburg befindet sich das mit ca. 8200 Einwohnern sehenswerte Touristenstädtchen Staufen im Breisgau. Es wird auf dem naheliegendem Schlossberg von einer Burgruine gekrönt. Befindet man sich dort auf dem höchsten Aussichtsplateau, dann hat man aus ca. 370 m einen tollen Blick über Staufen und den Breisgau. Die Höhenburg wurde nach heutigen Stand der Erkenntnisse zwischen 1100 und 1200 erbaut. Im dreißigjährigen Krieg (1632) erfolgte die Zerstörung durch schwedische Truppen. Ende des 19.Jahrhunderts und Mitte des 20.Jahrhunderts wurden umfangreiche Sicherungs- und Restaurierungsmaßnahmen der übriggebliebenen Burgmauern durchgeführt, die heute einen unproblematischen Zugang zur Burg ermöglichen. Wenn man ein paar Stunden in Staufen verbringt, lässt sich die Burg in ca. 30 Minuten von der Innenstadt aus erwandern. Fazit: Empfehlenswerter Sonntagsausflug, auch für Familien mit Kindern und Haustieren.

On a sunny day these old ruins offer a beautiful view over the surrounding area.

Nice views over the Rhine valley and black forest. Free entry. Definitely worth the walk.

Tranquil place to be when visiting Staufen. There is a nice view from the top of the vineyard as well.

Excellent location and views, but not one of the more expansive or better preserved of the local castles. It's a pretty steep twenty minute walk to the castle, from the parking lot below. With that said, the castle rewards you with plenty of decent photo opportunities, as well as some excellent views out to the Rhine Valley and over Staufen itself. If you're here in the footsteps of Faust, and you like Medieval architecture and panoramic views, then this castle is well worth taking a couple of hours to wander up the hill and take a look around.

In the midst of vineyards, the castle ruins tower over Staufen. There are different ways to the top. The view is breathtaking and uniquely beautiful. Also easily accessible with children. Exploring the ruins is fun. Parking is possible on site. The ascent took about 30 minutes.

Short but nice hike goes through Vineyard.

(Translated by Google) Very nice place to stay, the ascent is rewarded with a sensational view (Original) Sehr schöner Ort zum verweilen, der Aufstieg wird belohnt mit einer Sensationellen Aussicht

(Translated by Google) picturesque castle ruins above the village of Staufen surrounded by vineyards (Original) malerische Burgruine oberhalb des Örtchens Staufen umgeben von Weinbergen

(Translated by Google) Staufen is always worth seeing. The castle ruins offer a fantastic view, the alleys and the small shops are attractive. (Original) Staufen ist immer wieder Sehenswert.Auf der Burgruine hat man eine fantastische Aussicht.Die Gassen und die kleinen Geschäfte sind ansprechend.

(Translated by Google) Magnificent view. We recommend. (Original) Herrliche Aussicht. Sehr zu empfehlen.

(Translated by Google) Wonderful view of Staufen, well signposted, paths suitable for sneakers (Original) Wunderschöne Aussicht auf Staufen, gut ausgeschildert, Wege Turnschuh geeignet

(Translated by Google) Next to vineyards, it goes up to the castle ruins. The way up is quite good and the level of difficulty is low. A nice trip to enjoy nature. (Original) Neben Weinberge vorbei, geht es nach oben zur Burgruine. Der Weg hinauf ist ganz gut und der Schwierigkeitsgrad ist niedrig. Ein schöner Ausflug um die Natur zu genießen.

(Translated by Google) Nice climb through the vineyard, rewarded by an excellent view. The circular route is also recommended. (Original) Schöner Aufstieg durch den Weinberg, belohnt durch eine hervorragende Aussicht. Empfehlenswert ist auch der Rundweg.

(Translated by Google) Worth a trip (Original) Ein Ausflug wert

(Translated by Google) Nice ascent, no matter which way you come from and you will be rewarded with a fantastic view (Original) Schöner Aufstieg, egal von welchem Weg man kommt und man wird mit einer fantastischen Aussicht belohnt

(Translated by Google) Beautiful view Little authentically restored (Original) Schöne Aussicht Wenig authentisch restauriert

(Translated by Google) Stop ruin (Original) Halt ne Ruine

Free.... Just a little climb to get up. Great views, one tower can be climbed.

A short, lovely walk through the vines to an exceptional view. And the town of Staufen, itself, is also very charming. Highly worthwhile.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful view, also a great event at night (Original) Wunderschöne Aussicht, bei Nacht auch ein tolles Ereignis

Nice climb, nice quick visit, great view

Great place ,very mistic , when you are here you go back through a past and historical meaning of this castle 🏰

Very high so you can see the border between Germany and France. The view is nice. However in the top, the wind is very strong so make you feel cold. You also can see the grape farm at the same time. Nice place.

Took us about an hour of cycling to reach Staufen from Freiburg. From the bahnhof, the burg is located at nearly 375 m hike. Offers a panoramic view of the town.

Very impressive views from up top. Good workout. The castle itself is not much to write home about. No entrance fees, though.

Very beautiful view!

The best view over the Rhine valley I ever had. Climb the old tower, if you are free from giddiness.

(Translated by Google) Always worth a trip, beautiful old town and great castle👍 (Original) Immer einen Ausflug wert, schöne Altstadt und tolle Burg👍

Nice short walk to the top of the hill. As an added bonus, note the name of the winemaker who owns the vineyards on the slopes and afterwards visit their tasting room downtown. Best local wine

Wonderful view......good hike up!

Lovely view all around a nice climb up the vineyards.

Perfect, but we were too late there.

(Translated by Google) The way to the castle ruins is very pleasant with the stroller. Nice castle with seating and viewing hole. (Original) Der Weg zur Burgruine ist mit dem Kinderwagen sehr angenehm. Schöne Burg mit Sitzmöglichkeiten und Fernguckloch.

(Translated by Google) Very nice destination! (Original) Sehr schönes Ausflugsziel!

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(Translated by Google) Very nice to walk, not so strenuous .. very nice view to France when the weather is nice .... (Original) Sehr schön zum laufen nicht so anstrengend..sehr schöne Aussicht bis Frankreich bei schönem Wetter....

(Translated by Google) Staufen is an ancient small town - very wonderful. (Original) Staufen ist eine antike Kleinstadt - ganz wunderbar.

(Translated by Google) Most of the time it is very windy here. But the beautiful view quickly makes you forget the short steep climb and wind. You look at Staufen and the surrounding area like a model railway. And the Rhine plain can often be seen deep into the Vosges. Splendid. (Original) Meistens ist es hier sehr windig. Aber der schöne Ausblick lässt den kurzen steilen Aufstieg und Wind rasch vergessen. Man blickt auf Staufen und die Umgebung wie auf eine Modelleisenbahn. Und die Rheinebene ist bei oft bis tief in die Vogesen einsehbar. Herrlich.

(Translated by Google) Great castle with world class views! (Original) Tolle Burg mit Weltklasse Aussicht!

(Translated by Google) As always beautiful and a wonderful view in nice weather (Original) Wie immer schön und eine herrliche Aussicht bei schönen Wetter

(Translated by Google) Nice climb through vineyards, then great views (Original) Schöner Aufstieg durch Weinberge, tolle Sicht anschließend

(Translated by Google) Great, especially in the evening (Original) Super, vor allem Abends

(Translated by Google) Very nice 🤩 (Original) Sehrt schön 🤩

(Translated by Google) The short ascent is definitely worthwhile for this view (Original) Für diese Aussicht lohnt sich der kurze Aufstieg allemal

(Translated by Google) A wonderful view of the Rhine Valley, very close to the city (Original) Eine herrliche Aussicht ins Rheintal, sehr Stadtnah

(Translated by Google) Very nice place for hiking with great views. (Original) Sehr schöner Ort zum Wandern mit toller Aussicht.

(Translated by Google) Nice walk that is rewarded with great views. 👍 (Original) Schöner Spaziergang, der mit toller Aussicht belohnt wird. 👍

(Translated by Google) Currently being restored (Original) Wird zur Zeit restauriert

(Translated by Google) Okay for an hour ... There is a small town in the immediate vicinity (Original) Für nen Stündchen ganz ok... In der unmittelbaren Nähe ist ein kleines Städtchen

(Translated by Google) Very nice area (Original) Sehr schöne Gegend

(Translated by Google) Worth seeing (Original) Sehenswert

(Translated by Google) beautiful view (Original) wunderschöner Ausblick

(Translated by Google) Worth it a lot (Original) Lohnt sich sehr

(Translated by Google) Nice idea to take a walk in the middle of the green and enjoy a beautiful view (Original) Bella idea per fare una passeggiata in mezzo al verde e godere di un bel panorama

(Translated by Google) Ascent through vineyards along a shaded fruit nature trail to the ruin with a very rewarding view. (Original) Aufstieg durch Weinberge entlang an beschatteten Obstlehrpfad zur Ruine mit sehr lohnenswerter Aussicht.