Tourist attractions Freiburg im Breisgau

This rounded mountain of the Black Forest rises to a height of 1 414m, dominating the Wiesenthal and the valleys, which, like the Münstertal, interlace the Black Forest's western fringe. When visibility is good, it offers an unparalleled view over th..

This tour will appeal to nature lovers taking them to the three main summits of the Black Forest: Schauinsland (1 284m), Belchen (1 414m) and Feldberg (1 493m) as well as to the massif's two best-known lakes: Schluchsee and Titisee . Stunnin..

The primitive Romanesque building begun around 1200 underwent numerous changes up until the 16C. From the top of the tower there is a splendid view over Freiburg and the surrounding countryside. The porch and west door are decorated with numerous..

The Augustinian Museum is housed in the church of the former Augustinian convent. Home to a fascinating collection of medieval art, the museum’s exhibits include a section of an altarpiece by Grünewald representing the miracle of the Madonna of the S..

A chair lift (the Feldbergbahn) carries you to Seebuck (1 448 m), topped by a monument to Bismarck. From there, a beautiful view on the perfectly proportioned Feldsee, a small lake at the bottom of a glacier cirque. You can also go to the top of Fe..

This square is a real pleasure to look at, with its flower-filled balconies and chestnut trees framing the statue of Berthold Schwarz (the Franciscan monk who invented gunpowder in around 1350).

In 1901, two former burghers' houses dating from the 16C were linked by a central arcaded section, and turned into the town hall. The oriel window at one corner of the square has preserved its sculpted decoration depicting the Lady with the Unicorn ..

This final hill in the Black Forest is covered with woods. From the top, which you can reach either on foot or in a cable-car from the Swabian gate, there is a fine view of the cathedral.

From the viewpoint indicator, there is a fine panorama of the Vosges, the lone Kaiserstuhl massif, the Feldberg and the Belchen.

A small volcanic massif rising from the Baden plain, the Kaiserstuhl enjoys a hot and dry climate, particularly suitable for orchards and vineyards. The wines of Ihringen, Bickensohl, and Oberrotweil are considered among the finest in the region.

South of the church can be seen various buildings originally raised to the glory of town and Church, such as the Archbishop's Palace with its fine wrought-iron balcony, and the old Kaufhaus . This Gothic building in red roughcast, flanked by watch..

Of the original building (1516), there remains one oriel window forming a canopy over a portal, richly decorated in the late Gothic style.

These are the sole remains of the medieval fortifications. The gate leads to the quays along the Gewerbekanal, the poor but picturesque Insel quarter where fishermen and tanners plied their trade in times gone by.

This neo-Gothic English-style manor house was built in 1860. The architecture and interior decoration are practically unchanged. Like other grand houses built at the time, the structure was reinforced with metal. A museum is devoted to archeological ..

The road leads to the upper cable car station. From the car park, head to the viewing platform (91 steps) by following the “Rundweg” and “Schauinsland Gipfel” signs (30min there and back). The view takes in the pastures of the Feldberg.