Roman baths of Badenweiler

The Roman baths of Badenweiler are an archaeological site showing the remains of an ancient bathing complex with pools for warm and cold water and changing facilities. The ruins display symmetrical structures with preserved surfaces and limestone-lined relaxation areas.

Construction began in the 1st century AD starting with two pools and later expanded into a full bathing complex with reception and changing areas. The site reflects Roman settlement and development in this region.

The Romans made bathing a central part of their daily routine here, using the natural hot springs to create a social gathering place. The complex shows how important communal bathing was for Roman society.

A glass roof protects the site year-round, allowing visitors to examine the ruins in all weather conditions without getting exposed to the elements. On-site displays explain Roman bathing practices and what daily life looked like at this complex.

Natural hot springs with temperatures around 26 degrees Celsius supplied water to the complex without needing artificial heating. This natural heat source was the main reason the Romans built a bathing facility at this location.