Freiburg im Breisgau

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Muensterplatz featuring outdoor eating and street scenes
Freiburg which includes street scenes
Muensterplatz
Freiburg Main Cathedral
Freiburg which includes a garden and views

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 center 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.

Mercure Hotel Freiburg am Munster
Mercure Hotel Freiburg am Munster
3 out of 5
Auf Der Zinnen 1, Freiburg im Breisgau, BW
The price is ₩151,240 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
₩151,240
₩169,389 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Freiburg im Breisgau. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"We spent two nights in Freiburg at this hotel. The town is beautiful and we had a great visit. So much to do and see. The market on the church square was beautiful on Saturday morning. A couple of things to know. It is a short walk to the hotel from the train but recommend you take the city tram. ..."

Reviewed on May 4, 2025

Mercure Hotel Freiburg am Munster
Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Freiburg
Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Freiburg
Elisabeth-Geissler-Ruckmich-Straße 10, Freiburg im Breisgau
The price is ₩127,702 per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
₩127,702
₩143,024 total
Jun 5 - Jun 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Freiburg im Breisgau. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (484 reviews)
"Only issue, air conditioning wasn't working, the whole 5th floor. I would return back to this hotel."

Reviewed on May 9, 2025

Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Freiburg
Novotel Freiburg am Konzerthaus
Novotel Freiburg am Konzerthaus
4 out of 5
Konrad Adenauer Platz 2, Freiburg im Breisgau, BW
The price is ₩158,802 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
₩158,802
₩177,858 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Freiburg im Breisgau. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great location
"Very clean hotel, spacious rooms and excellent location when having to catch early transportation. The only negative I would say is I booked this hotel in particular for the location, but more so because it had a pool. The pool looks far bigger in the pictures. 3-4 kids in there is almost enough ..."

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2025

Novotel Freiburg am Konzerthaus
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Aparthotel Adagio Access Freiburg
Aparthotel Adagio Access Freiburg
Eugen Martin Strasse 1, Freiburg im Breisgau
Book a stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Freiburg im Breisgau. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (235 reviews)
"The property was fit for purpose. We used it just to have a place to sleep and visit Freiburg and surroundings. The hotel is clean and the staff friendly and helpful. The room was very small for 2 people and their luggage (2 had fairly sizeable suitcases, since we were spending 3 weeks in ..."

Reviewed on Feb 16, 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 WiFi, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Freiburg Botanical Garden ...
"All good, thank you"

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2023

Black F House - Serviced Apartments
Historical Luxury Homes
Historical Luxury Homes
Sedanstraße 34, Freiburg im Breisgau, BW
Stay at this condo in Freiburg im Breisgau. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and concierge services. Popular attractions Freiburg Concert Hall and Blue Bridge are ...
Historical Luxury Homes
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Reviews of Freiburg im Breisgau

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful city.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great town, laid back and just good to relax! Take a drive through the Black Forest too! You only need a day and a half here if you have a multi-city itinerary.

3/5 - Okay

ChanJ

Highly reccommend Indian restaurant Kashmir (3 miles) outside of city center.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It was good. We enjoyed a day trip from there most.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Not about Freiburg, but about the hotel. We would stay there again except not in room 202. And no coffee in the room? To me, it should be standard !!!!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Vibrant city, we like our stay very much and was easy for us to travel to area all around it.

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