Ruhestein

Ruhestein is a hermitage and natural history museum located at 915 meters elevation in the Northern Black Forest. The facility offers ski rental, winter sports equipment, marked hiking trails, and a restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating.

The mountain pass historically marked the border between the Grand Duchy of Baden and the Kingdom of Württemberg as a key territorial marker. This border location shaped its development as a crossing point between two different regions.

The nature conservation center displays exhibitions about Black Forest wildlife, regional ecology, and environmental protection through educational programs and guided tours. Visitors can learn how the region's natural systems work and what role people play in this ecosystem.

The location is easily accessible via marked trails and offers parking for cars at the entrance. Plan for half a day to a full day depending on whether you only visit the exhibition or also explore the hiking routes.

The Lothar Path extends 800 meters through a forest area affected by Hurricane Lothar in 1999 and demonstrates natural recovery. The elevated walkway lets visitors observe the forest's healing process up close.

Location: Seebach

Address: Ruhestein 1, 72270 Baiersbronn

Phone: +497449929980

Website: https://nationalpark-schwarzwald.de

GPS coordinates: 48.56183,8.22224

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:06