Weil am Rhein

Weil am Rhein is a town in the Lörrach district that sits along the eastern bank of the Rhine where German, Swiss and French territory meet. The townscape shows residential neighborhoods, industrial areas and green spaces spread between the river and gentle hills.

The first written record dates back to 786 when the settlement was known as 'Willa'. Construction of a large marshalling yard in 1913 brought new connections to Basel and accelerated growth considerably.

The Vitra Campus features buildings by internationally known architects such as Gehry, Hadid and Ando. Visitors can see modern forms that stand out from the traditional town center and demonstrate new design approaches.

The Laguna water park offers several outdoor pools, wave baths and water slides for families and swimmers. Discounts are available for groups and certain age ranges, and the facility is well signposted and accessible.

The Three Countries Bridge connects the German and French sides of the Rhine over a length of 229 meters (751 feet). Pedestrians and cyclists use this connection daily to commute between Weil am Rhein and the French town of Huningue.

Location: Lörrach

Elevation above the sea: 259 m

Shares border with: Lörrach, Basel, Eimeldingen

Website: https://weil-am-rhein.de

GPS coordinates: 47.59328,7.61161

Latest update: December 11, 2025 21:22