Location:

The core of the city is found in the picturesque Nagold Valley at a height of ca. 330 m. Characterized through the typical Black Forest topography, Bad Liebenzell is framed by generous forest areas, which spread from the slope down to the valley. The six city districts are distributed among the tops of the mountains, respectively three on each side of the Nagold. Alone their names point out a historical origin.

Local authority districts: Bad Liebenzell Möttlingen Unterhaugstett Monakam Maisenbach-Zainen Beinberg Unterlengenhardt

Geographic position: 48°46' North 8°44' East Altitude above sea level: 330m Area: 3.380 hectares

History:

Bad Liebenzell, in the Nagold Valley between Pforzheim and Calw, is a traditional spa and bathing city. The history of the city began with the first documented naming in the year 1091, more than 900 years ago.

Already since the 15th century, Liebenzell is praised in the bathing scripts for its healing springs. A rich bathing culture developed from this, which got into a crisis only in the middle of the 18th century. Since the beginning of the 20th century, the city fathers have decided to return to the old bathing tradition and promoted the spa and bathing industry.

Bad Liebenzell is also today strongly characterized by the spa visitors and tourism. More and more important is the role as a local relaxation area for the metropolitan Stuttgart and Böblingen area.

At the beginning of the seventies, what is today in all 6 high city districts were voluntarily incorporated in the course of the administration reform. Since 1990, Bad Liebenzell has invested in the areas of the city, the city districts and tourism in order to improve the infrastructure and cityscape. Schools, kindergartens, village centers, multi purpose and fire department buildings were built as well as the renaturation of the Lengenbach, the renovation of the old city wall and the development of the former spa garden grounds with living space for the elderly, pedestrian zones and businesses. Numerous investments are also planned for the next few years and will continue to improve the infrastructure and the appearance of the city.

Sights:

Castle Liebenzell
High above Bad Liebenzell, embedded in the forest, the Castle Liebenzell has defied enemy attacks for centuries. The mighty building, which was built in the 13th century by the Count of Eberstein in the Staufen style, rewards the visitor with food and drinks in a stylish atmosphere for the steep climb. In addition, for many occasions a "medieval table" is offered behind the historic walls. From the castle, there is a wonderful view down on the Nagold Valley and the spa Bad Liebenzell.

At the same time, the Castle Liebenzell is today used for conferences and seminars of the international forum. The house chapel and the beautiful inner court of the castle serve people who want to get married more and more often as a medieval backdrop for receptions and festivities.

Monbach Valley
The Monbach Valley is an excursion destination in the northern Black Forest which is known far beyond the region and which is very popular. Mossy boulders, cliffy rock faces, flowing water which jumps from stage to stage, sometimes narrow, sometimes wide and amply branched, as well as fallen tree trunks and a jungle-like plant world give this canyon its unique character which has remained until today. Thus the Monbach Valley serves as a destination for many hikers and people looking for relaxation.

Spa park Bad Liebenzell
Along both banks of the Nagold, there is the idyllically located spa park in Bad Liebenzell. Old trees, romantic spots and colorful flower arrangements can be seen at the lake. A wonderful photographic motive is also the enchanted pavilion on the lake. The black swans and the mini golf course have developed to public attractions. As reminiscence of the beginning of the spa and bathing operations in Bad Liebenzell, you can find the well-proportioned and sometimes tropically appearing drinking hall in the spa park. As early as in the year 1526, the physician and natural healer Parcelsus ascribed this spring a high degree of effectiveness.

Old town Bad Liebenzell with city wall
Worth seeing for all those who are interested in history is the uncovered city wall and the buildings of the old town. On a stroll, you encounter the history on the Criminal Tower near the former city hall, on the former doctor's house, in the city church or simply take in the romantic spots in Bad Liebenzell with its historic houses and buildings.

High city districts
Beinberg, one of the best preserved Waldhufendörfer (homesteads bordering on the forest) in Germany.
Unterlengenhardt, also known as the anthroposophy village with different facilities, among them the Parcelsus Hospital. Climatic spa Monakam, with the famous altar from the late Gothic built in 1490 as well as the health resorts Maisenbach-Zainen and Möttlingen and the partial district Unterhaugstett round off the hiking and relaxation paradise of Bad Liebenzell.

Spa & relaxation:

Bad Liebenzell carries the titles of spa and climatic spa and has thermal and mineral waters. Among the indications for a spa treatment in Bad Liebenzell are the vascular and metabolism diseases, illnesses of the rheumatic categories and women's diseases.

Bad Liebenzell offers hikers a hiking path network of more than 150 km in an ideal area with many different nature attractions.
Bad Liebenzell is also ideal for biking tours. No matter if you are looking for an easy or a difficult path, something is offered here for everyone.

And whoever would like to travel with one horsepower can find his place at the riding stables in Bad Liebenzell. In the city district of Unterhaugstett, 18 holes are awaiting your putts on the greens and on the Nagold there is a very idyllically located mini golf course.

A paradise for fly fishers, the fishing waters of the Nagold in the middle of Bad Liebenzell. But not only for fly fishers, but also for canoeists the Nagold is ideal in order to spend a couple of hours on the water.

A facility especially appreciated by dancers: The spa house Bad Liebenzell, which invites you daily to the dance tea. Also in the evening there are often dancing events and seasonally some festive balls.