Old Town Freiburg im Breisgau

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Old Town Freiburg im Breisgau
Old Town Freiburg im Breisgau
Martinstor Gate
Old Town Freiburg im Breisgau
Old Town Freiburg im Breisgau
Germany’s sunniest downtown is a trip back in time, where buildings from the past millennium are preserved between river and mountain.

The incredible collection of historic buildings in Freiburg’s Old Town (Altstadt) is a testament to its cultural connections, standing near Switzerland and France. With an impressive variety of historic architecture, from classic German half-timber houses to French-inspired 18th-century burgher mansions, the Altstadt provides a lesson in this contested region’s history. Head out into the streets, which, unlike many historic downtowns, were well organized by the Zähringers who founded it.

Start where all Freiburg adventures must, at the Bertoldsbrunnen modernist statue and fountain in the center of Old Town, Freiburg’s most common meeting place. Nearby, admire the elaborate beauty of the Old Town Hall. The Historical Merchants’ Hall, with its red façade and commanding presence, is hard to miss even amid the bustle that takes over the Münsterplatz on market days. Admire the medieval art of St. Martin Freiburg, an example of typical Swabian church construction.

Go southeast to the Schwabentor, one of the last remaining medieval gates, with its symbolic artwork. Explore the extensive collection of modern art on display at the Augustinermuseum, a former monastery that is now an innovative museum. Head into the University of Freiburg district to appreciate the architecture and listen to an organ concert at the University Church.

The Old Town of Freiburg is bordered on the east by the Dreisam River and Schlossberg Mountain. Freiburg’s main train station is located at its western border. A series of tram and bus stops connect the Old Town with the rest of the city. The closest international airport to Freiburg is the Basel-Muhlouse-Freiburg Airport, a 45-minute bus ride away. Reach Freiburg in 2 hours by train from Stuttgart or Cologne. Freiburg’s compact Old Town is best explored on foot, though the natural areas that surround the city can require access to a car.

Appreciate the orderly nature of Freiburg’s Old Town from on top of the Schlossberg, where watching people walking below can be the perfect entertainment during a picnic lunch.

Hotel am Rathaus
Hotel am Rathaus
Rathausgasse 4-8, Freiburg im Breisgau, BW
The price is P7,382 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
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City Hotel Freiburg
3 out of 5
Weberstr. 3, Freiburg im Breisgau, BW
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The price is P7,591 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
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Feb 15 - Feb 16
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Novotel Freiburg am Konzerthaus
Novotel Freiburg am Konzerthaus
4 out of 5
Konrad Adenauer Platz 2, Freiburg im Breisgau, BW
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Aparthotel Adagio Access Freiburg
Aparthotel Adagio Access Freiburg
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Black Forest Lodge
Black Forest Lodge
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