Lörrach, District capital in Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Lörrach is a town at the point where Germany, Switzerland and France meet, sitting in a valley below forested hills. The town center groups around a pedestrian zone lined with shops and cafés, while residential neighborhoods spread across the slopes.
The settlement was first mentioned in 1102 and changed hands between different rulers over centuries before passing to Baden in 1682. During the 19th century the textile industry became the economic foundation of the growing town.
The location where three countries meet shapes daily life as people from nearby towns cross over to shop or dine. On weekends the center fills with visitors from Basel and Alsace.
Those wanting to explore the surrounding countries can reach Basel within minutes by train and the French border by a short drive. The center is easy to explore on foot, while buses connect the outer districts.
Tüllinger Hill above the town offers hiking trails with views across three countries from one spot. On clear days the view extends to the Vosges and the Black Forest.
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