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Experience the Freiburg feeling!

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Welcome to Freiburg!

There are moments when Freiburg is simply unmistakably good. When you watch the sun set over the cathedral tower or enjoy a Lange Rote at the Münstermarkt (cathedral market) and strike up a conversation with the market traders. Or a stroll through the old town centre, which takes you to the Black Forest within minutes.

Many things come together perfectly here: the location between the Rhine plain and the slopes of the Black Forest, a lively cultural landscape, the cosmopolitan attitude of a colourful, forward-looking university city and, of course, the desire to enjoy life. The result is that very special Freiburg feeling - it has already made many people fall in love with this city. Again and again.

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Find your Freiburg moments!

Freiburg's must-see? The majestic cathedral, of course, which still inspires even those who see it every day. Then a visit to the museum or a stroll through the streets of the old town? Prefer wellness or wine tasting? Whatever you fancy, you'll find the right programme in Freiburg.

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Paare shoppen in der KaJo in Freiburg
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Shopping Highlights
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Blick auf den Weihnachtsmarkt
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Rathausplatz
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Top 10 Events
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Blick auf Freiburg. Schwabentor und Münster im Sonnenuntergang
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Schwabentor
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Top 10 sights
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Frau steht im Botanischen Garten
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Botanischer Garten
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Nature in the city
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Paar isst gemeinsam im Restaurant
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Culinary highlights
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Blick auf das Theater Freiburg
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Theater Freiburg
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Culture Highlights
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With a wintry glow

Freiburg in winter

Between peaceful vineyards and festively illuminated alleyways, Freiburg shows its special side in winter. Christmas markets, the turn of the year, winter sports in the Black Forest and relaxing offers in thermal baths, spas and museums make the cold season a varied one. When the cold season slowly draws to a close, the fifth season begins in Freiburg: the Freiburg Carnival. With colourful parades, lively traditions and an exuberant atmosphere, it brings life to the city and heralds the arrival of spring. Our tips for your winter holiday:

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ECHT FREIBURG CARD

With the ECHT FREIBURG CARD, you can discover Freiburg in a particularly uncomplicated way. It accompanies you as you stroll through the small shops, enjoy regional specialities and makes your visit to the city even more authentic.
The ECHT FREIBURG CARD is your combined voucher and bonus card for Freiburg. You simply top up credit - digitally or as a card - and can then redeem it in many local shops, cafés and restaurants. At the same time, you collect bonus points at participating partners, which are credited back to you as value. This is a convenient way to discover Freiburg, save a little with every visit and support the retail businesses.

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Perfect weekend

Freiburg in 72 hours

Three days that feel like a little holiday: start with a Lange Rote at the Münstermarkt (cathedral market), discover the alleyways of the old town and enjoy a sundowner with a view of Freiburg. Culture, cuisine, nature and lifestyle - get your tips for an unforgettable weekend in Freiburg now! 
 

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Blick vom Schlossberg über Freiburg
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Schlossberg mit Blick aufs Münster
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Best Ager Paar schlendert abends durch die Konvitkstrasse
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Konviktstraße
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  • Schauinslandbahn Freiburg
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    Schauinslandbahn
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    Freiburg's local mountainSchauinsland

    The most comfortable way to reach the 1,248-metre summit? Take the Schauinslandbahn cable car to the mountain station in 20 minutes. But for those who prefer to walk or cycle, there are also several routes to choose from.

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  • Ausblick auf die Hügel des Schwarzwalds und den Kapfenhof
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    Hiking, cycling & enjoymentBlack Forest

    Dense forests, sweeping views, cultural highlights and the best Baden cuisine: the Black Forest is an all-rounder that leaves nothing to be desired.

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    Texaspass am Kaiserstuhl
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    Where the wine growsKaiserstuhl & Tuniberg

    A very special terroir for wine lovers and a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts – just a short train ride from Freiburg.

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  • Klettern am Kandelfelsen
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    Around the KandelZweiTälerLand

    At 1,241 metres, the Kandel is the giant of the Zweitälerland region. According to legend, witches once danced here, but today the Elztal and Simonswäldertal valleys are ideal hiking terrain.

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  • Gruppe sitzt am Tisch und trinkt Wein
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    In the land of Gutedel wineMarkgräflerland

    Charming wine-growing villages with cozy wine taverns are home to one of the oldest wines in the world.

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Beautiful all round

Discover Freiburg's excursion destinations

No matter which direction you head from Freiburg, you will find natural beauty everywhere. The Kaiserstuhl vineyards to the north, the dense Black Forest to the east, the Schauinsland, Freiburg's local mountain, to the south and Breisgau and the Rhine plain to the east.

One day, three countries

Fancy a trip to Europe? From Freiburg, you can be on the other side of the Rhine in France within an hour. The train from Freiburg to Basel in Switzerland takes just as long. The beauty of the Dreiland region is that it shows that cosmopolitanism and local traditions can work together wonderfully - in the Alsatian wine taverns, in the Swiss Jura village or in the elegant thermal baths of Baden-Baden.
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Freiburg reduces single-use waste and promotes sustainable alternatives

New packaging tax from 2026

From 1 January 2026, the city of Freiburg will levy a packaging tax on disposable packaging for food and drinks. This affects, among other things, disposable cups, crockery and cutlery used for the sale of to-go offers. By introducing the tax, the city is aiming to significantly reduce the amount of waste in public spaces and promote the switch to environmentally friendly reusable systems.
Freiburg is thus sending a clear signal in favour of sustainability, resource conservation and a clean cityscape. Catering businesses, visitors and locals are invited to actively follow this path and contribute to a liveable and sustainable city by using reusable options.

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