Lörrach

Lörrach is a town in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It is the administrative seat of the Landkreis Lörrach and lies in the southwest of the state, near the Swiss border. It is part of the Basel metropolitan area.

The town sits at the eastern edge of the Black Forest and lies close to Weil am Rhein and Basel, forming part of the Dreiländereck tri-border area that links Germany, Switzerland, and France. It has rail and road connections to Basel and other regional centers.

Lörrach has medieval origins and developed through cross-border trade along routes between Basel and the Black Forest. It received town rights in the Middle Ages, and its modern development has been shaped by its cross-border economic role and regional administration.

The town has a population in the tens of thousands. Its economy combines services, local manufacturing, and cross-border commerce, with many residents commuting to Basel and Swiss employers. It serves as a local center for shopping and services and hosts small to mid-sized businesses.

Lörrach features a historic town center, parks, and cultural venues, with events, markets, and institutions that reflect its regional role. It is served by regional transport networks and schools, while many residents also access educational and research opportunities in the Basel area.