The Grand Ducal Burial Chapel in the Hardtwald tells the story of the House of Baden. The guided tour takes visitors through the Upper and Lower Churches and down into the crypt, where 17 members of the ruling family are buried.
Nestled in the heart of the idyllic Hardtwald forest lies the Grand Ducal Burial Chapel—a true gem of 19th-century Neo-Gothic architecture. But why was the decision made to build the burial site “in the deep seclusion of the forest’s tranquility”? The guided tour explores the family history of the ruling house and highlights the details of the upper and lower churches. The highlight is a visit to the crypt, where 17 members of the House of Baden are buried.
Duration: approx. 1.5 hours
Meeting point: Ticket office at the visitor center (guardhouse, approx. 50 m from the burial chapel, Klosterweg 11)
Note:Not wheelchair accessible. Enter at your own risk; sure-footedness required. Warmer clothing is recommended for the tour of the crypt.
