Water & Climate Adaptation – Walking Tour in Braunsbach

The tour in Braunsbach shows you how, after the heavy rain disaster in 2016, innovative flood protection, nature-friendly water bodies, and climate protection connect local and global challenges related to water, biodiversity, and climate adaptation. The tour in Braunsbach offers you a unique insight into dealing with extreme weather events and water in a community affected by heavy rainfall. After the devastating flood disaster in 2016, Braunsbach implemented innovative flood protection measures that promote nature-friendly water design and the protection of biodiversity. Particularly exciting is the close exchange between local practices and global issues surrounding climate adaptation, water justice, and the sustainable use of drinking water. You will learn how a committed community is addressing the challenges of climate change and hear from an active climate committee that is developing forward-looking solutions. A special highlight of the tour is a visit to the former synagogue, where a mikveh, a Jewish ritual bath, was once used – a historical reference that underscores the significance of water in culture and daily life. The tour combines expert knowledge with vivid stories, providing a deep insight into the importance of water as a basis for life for both humans and the environment – locally and globally. The tour is approximately 4 kilometers long and involves an elevation gain of about 100 meters.