Blauen

Hochblauen is a mountain in Baden-Württemberg that rises to 1,165 meters and is shared by the municipalities of Schliengen, Malsburg-Marzell, and Badenweiler. The summit features an open plateau with far-reaching views across the southern Upper Rhine Valley and surrounding Black Forest landscape.

The mountain was documented as Blauwen in 14th-century texts and later appeared in Matthäus Merian's geographical work from the 17th century. These early references show the site has held geographic importance for many centuries.

The summit serves as a popular gathering place for hikers and nature enthusiasts throughout the region. The open landscape at the top creates a space where visitors come together to enjoy views and connect with the natural surroundings.

Several hiking trails lead to the summit from different starting points with varying difficulty levels. A road up the mountain allows visitors to reach the top by car if they prefer not to walk.

A steel lattice observation tower built in 1895 stands at the summit and underwent major restoration in 1984. The tower provides visitors with an additional viewing platform and reflects how the site has been used over time.