For a long time in history, Bahlingen was characterized by agriculture and wine growing. In the last hundred years, however, the village has been modernized. In 1896, the place was connected to the railway net Kaiserstuhlbahn (Kaiserstuhl Railway).
Bahlingen has historically been known for its agricultural and wine-producing activities. However, the construction of the Kaiserstuhlbahn railway line in 1896 signifies a transition to a more modern economic structure for the village.