Freiburg im Breisgau Travel Guide

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Freiburg im Breisgau
Freiburg which includes street scenes
Muensterplatz
Freiburg im Breisgau
Freiburg which includes views and a park
The jewel of the Black Forest, Freiburg is a major university city in southwest Germany with a laidback charm and beauty of its own.

Nestled in the corner of the German state of Baden-Württemberg and on the edge of the Black Forest, Freiburg is famed for its university, its sunny climate, its vineyards and its clearly independent nature. Despite its location within Germany and proximity to France and Switzerland, it exhibits a very local form of patriotism. You'll hear the local Baden anthem far more often than the German national one.

Perhaps the key is that Freiburg has such a strong heritage of its own. Visit the Minster, the city’s cathedral and one of its most famous sights, to discover one of the oldest churches in Europe. If you climb the stairs to the top of the tower you’ll get to enjoy captivating views of the entire city. Every morning you’ll even find a Market taking place on the square surrounding the Minster, with all kinds of local produce available.

The small storm water canals that parallel the streets of the inner city are part of Freiburg’s particular heritage and folklore. It is said that if you step into one by accident, you will end up marrying a Freiburger. For more local heritage, head for Schwabentor and Martinstor, the two remaining old city gates.

Alternatively, for a more relaxed way to spend time in Freiburg, visit the manmade lake at Seepark or the city’s Botanic Garden. Just a short distance from the historic city centre you can hike up the Schlossberg to reach the tower at the top of the hill, and be rewarded with a spectacular view of the Black Forest.

The city is perhaps best known to the world as the home of the University of Freiburg, one of the most famous German universities and among the oldest in the world, dating back to 1457. It is home today to 22,000 students, giving the city a strong student vibe.

Novotel Freiburg am Konzerthaus

Novotel Freiburg am Konzerthaus

4 out of 5
Konrad Adenauer Platz 2, Freiburg im Breisgau, BW
The price is ₹9,923 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
₹9,923
₹11,114 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Freiburg im Breisgau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice hotel."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

Novotel Freiburg am Konzerthaus
Mercure Hotel Freiburg am Munster

Mercure Hotel Freiburg am Munster

3.5 out of 5
Auf Der Zinnen 1, Freiburg im Breisgau, BW
The price is ₹10,090 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
₹10,090
₹11,301 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Freiburg im Breisgau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Quiet, nicely located"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Mercure Hotel Freiburg am Munster
IntercityHotel Freiburg

IntercityHotel Freiburg

Bismarckallee 3, Freiburg im Breisgau, BW
The price is ₹10,470 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
₹10,470
₹11,726 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Freiburg im Breisgau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The property itself was great, and the importance of having somewhere affordable yet not squalid near the rail station can't be emphasized enough. I can see that the area inside the rail station is under construction, but it was strange that there weren't more places to go after 8pm to have a meal, ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

IntercityHotel Freiburg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel Adagio Access Freiburg

Aparthotel Adagio Access Freiburg

Eugen Martin Strasse 1, Freiburg im Breisgau
Stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Freiburg im Breisgau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (266 reviews)
"Clean,A/C,kitchenette, Kaufland for supplies."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Access Freiburg
Black F House - Serviced Apartments

Black F House - Serviced Apartments

Waldkircher Str. 30, Freiburg im Breisgau, BW
Stay at this apartment in Freiburg im Breisgau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fireplace in reception and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Freiburg Botanical Garden ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
"Right by the tram stop! I could see the forested hills! Lots of room! Very clean and felt very safe. WeWash is wrong."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Black F House - Serviced Apartments
Arbio I Freiburg Apartments

Arbio I Freiburg Apartments

Basler Landstraße 20, Freiburg im Breisgau, Freiburg
Stay at this aparthotel in Freiburg im Breisgau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Blue Bridge and Freiburg Concert Hall are located ...
Arbio I Freiburg Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Freiburg im Breisgau

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Freiburg is a really nice city which is especially magical at Christmas time. We really liked walking around and seeing the beautiful buildings and spending time in the Christmas markets.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful city with fabulous views.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely town in a great location with good connecting roads to wonderful places

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Good base for travelling to the Black Forest. Perhaps lacked the small intimate bars compared to other German cities I have visited. My wife is Asian and she all too often stared at and was very uncomfortable particularly by the middle aged women.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Freiburg is a lovely city..Choose a centrally located hotel near the old town if you want to make the most of your stay.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful town. Excellent for walking in the forest

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