The cascades
Basins and water steps descending the slope one after another — a simple, handsome design from the 1920s.
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May to September, when the water is running and the trees are green. It stays open in winter but the water is off and the place is far plainer. Mornings are quieter and better for photographs.
Half an hour to walk up, come down and sit a while. Combine it with a walk along the Lichtentaler Allee or a visit to the old castle the same day.
The climb is short but on stone steps and a slope, and can be hard on the knees. The lower part of the garden can be seen without going all the way up, and is attractive on its own.
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The Paradies water gardens climb a hillside above Baden-Baden, designed by the architect Max Laeuger in the 1920s. Water descends from the top through a chain of basins, small cascades and stone steps, with trees, benches and walking paths around them. It is free and always open, and one of the quietest spots in town. Reaching it means a short uphill walk from central Baden-Baden, and from the top there is a view over the town and the valley. The water runs in the warmer months and is switched off in winter, so a summer visit is far better.
Basins and water steps descending the slope one after another — a simple, handsome design from the 1920s.
A view over Baden-Baden and the Black Forest valley from the head of the garden.
One of the least crowded places in town despite being close to the centre — a good place to sit.
Sonnenplätzchen, 76530 Baden-Baden