Freiburg is the warmest city in Germany, and the sun shines here for over 2,000 hours a year. This circumstance allowed its authorities to take care of the environment, which is facilitated by numerous solar panels that generate a huge amount of energy, and this has allowed Freiburg to become one of the cleanest cities in Germany. There are also many attractions - ancient cathedrals, amazing planetariums, charming churches, as well as shopping centers and tiny souvenir shops.

Attractions Freiburg

Freiburg Cathedral. It can be considered one of the most beautiful cathedrals Germany. The main building material for its construction was pink sandstone, from which most of the churches in the region were built. The spire of the cathedral, although not the highest, attracts the attention of tourists with its openwork character. You can see it from the inside, as well as admire the cityscape by climbing the stairs to a height of 70 meters. Freiburg, Muensterplatz 6.

Freiburg Cathedral (Photo©Mike Hauser/ www.flickr.com / CC BY 2.0)

City planetarium (Planetarium Freiburg). By visiting this planetarium, you can learn Interesting Facts about the universe. The child will surely enjoy modern films that are shown in the same room. However, they do not have a translation, so you should know German. Freiburg, Bismarckallee 7g | next to Central Station.

Historic trading house ( Historische Handelshaus. This historical building is a favorite place for tourists. It is located on the south side of the cathedral and can be recognized by its tiled tower. The trading house was built at the beginning of the 16th century. Above the balcony you can see 4 numbers and coats of arms, which are the symbol of Freiburg and the Habsburg dynasty. Freiburg, Munsterplatz.

Munsterplatz.It is considered to be the most beautiful square in the city. Here you can not only admire the beautiful buildings or the Cathedral, but also buy the freshest products at the farmers' market, which sells flowers, fruits of berries and delicious fried sausages.

Mundenhof. Perfect place to visit with children. This zoo has quite large area, and there are no predatory animals in it. It will take several hours to visit. Animals are practically not afraid of visitors and come very close to the fence. Entrance to the zoo is free, however, a car parking fee of 5 euros per day is required. Freiburg, Mundenhof 37.

Freiburg Zoo (Photo©Till Westermayer/ www.flickr.com / CC BY-SA 2.0)

Wenzingerhaus. When visiting Cathedral Square, the attention of many tourists is attracted by a house with a winter garden, which was built by the burgomaster for his wife. At the moment, it houses a museum of the history of the city. Very often it is confused with the Trading House, which is located nearby and its main difference is the red color of the walls. Freiburg, Muensterplatz 30.

"House at the whale" ("Haus bei Wal").This historic building is located on the north side of the road, on the opposite side you can see the Martinskirche, a church that was formerly part of a Franciscan monastery. The "House at the Whale" has a rather extravagant look, and on its bay window, made in the style of the late Renaissance, there are two gargoyles. Freiburg, Franziskanerstrasse.

Herz-Jesu-Kirche. This church is best viewed from the footbridge that leads to the old part of Freiburg. The building has a neat appearance and from the bridge you can make very nice pictures. Freiburg, Eschholzstr. 74.

St Martin's Church (Photo©joergens.mi/commons.wikimedia.org/CC-BY-SA-3.0)

Church of St. Martin (Kirche St. Martin).The charming building is located in central area in front of the city hall. Today it is a copy of the majestic building of the 13th century, which was destroyed. The main advantages are rigor, grandeur and a certain asceticism. Freiburg, Rathausgasse 3.

Seepark. It is located north of the old part of Freiburg. The park is a freshwater lake, on one side of which there are entertainment areas. Here you can have an interesting rest, climb a wooden observation tower, see turtles or just eat ice cream. Freiburg, Sundgauallee 12A.

What must be done

Where andwhat to eat and drink?

Table setting (Photo © GoWest13 / www.flickr.com / CC BY-ND 2.0)

Zirbelstube. This French restaurant delights diners with elegant décor, candle-lit tables and Swiss pine-coloured finishes, and a wide variety of dishes and wines to sample. Average check: 7 euros.

wolfshoehle. Chefs prepare real dishes of surprises, harmoniously combining the incongruous, amazing cleanliness and level of service. Average check: 14 euros.

Hirschen Lehen-Hotel & Restaurant. The restaurant of modern cuisine offers delicious dishes in large portions, they are usually ordered with good wine from an extensive wine list, the only negative, but for some this is a plus - the institution is somewhat remote from the city center. Average check: 12 euros.

If you find yourself in the German town of Freiburg with your child, you should definitely visit themed places, for example, Mundenhof Zoo.

Art lovers and contemporary art you can look at one of the productions at the local theater Theater Freiburg.

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Well, by popular demand, this story will be about the wonderful German town of Freiburg, through which our route of "emigration" from Germany to Switzerland ran.
City of Freedom (this is how I translated it literally) is quite like that Big city with a population of more than 200 thousand people and its own university, where even Erasmus of Rotterdam himself studied.

The city has been leading its history since 1120. Around the same time, the first stone was laid in the foundation of the most beautiful tower of Christianity - freiburg münster a. It is so large (116 meters) that I decided to place its photograph glued from 4 shots in this way.

And here is the university (on the right) - the largest center of European humanism in the Middle Ages:

But first, let's enter the city from the other end - through the gates of St. Martin (Martinstor).

- "Where does the Russian double-headed eagle come from?" - you ask. - "And he is not Russian" - I will answer. These are all symbols of the power of the Holy Roman Empire.
And next to it, by chance, harmoniously and in color, there is a sign "Poppy" - also a kind of symbol of power over human stomachs.

We pass through the arch and find ourselves (or find ourselves?) On Kaiserstrasse - a crowded street:

The tower is also terribly ancient - it has been standing here since 1201. The truth looked before 1901, it is a little different. Like this:

Then it was built up a little and it began to look like this:

During World War II, the city had a difficult time. First, on May 9, 1940, Freiburg was bombarded by air, resulting in casualties and destruction. German newspapers and radio, with references to the General Staff and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, reported that the city was bombed by French aircraft, which was based on the territory of neutral Holland and Belgium. In an official statement from Berlin, it was reported that by doing so, Brussels and Amsterdam violated the neutrality agreements. The next day, May 10, 1940, the Wehrmacht launched an invasion of Holland and Belgium. Now it is clear who was the teacher of the Americans ...

After the war, information appeared that the 51st Luftwaffe bomber squadron, led by Josef Kammhuber, made a raid on Freiburg.

No sooner had the city recovered from the destruction than on November 27, 1944, on the direct orders of Churchill, the city was slightly less than completely bombed by the Royal Air Force of Great Britain. Here is a photo of those times (it is quite large - click and view):

It is noteworthy that the bombing almost did not affect the Freiburg Münster - neither the first nor the second time.

True, now the worst enemy of Münster is Time, which is why in all modern photographs the cathedral looks like this:

The Cathedral of Our Lady, as it is called, took 300 years to build. Therefore, its architecture combines three styles: Romanesque, Gothic and Renaissance. Due to scaffolding, unfortunately, its openwork, carved spire is not visible.

Street leading to Cathedral Square:

The cathedral is also famous for its abundance of whimsical gutter decorations, found only in a few Gothic cathedrals. Among other things, there is a human figure in which water flows out of a bare backside - it is assumed that the backside was directed by the masons towards the residence of the bishop who owed them money.

And the other urban legend says that all the inhabitants of the houses adjacent to the construction site donated money for the construction of the Freiburg Münster. And only one homeowner refused to make a donation. It is to his house that a single figure is directed, located at the back of the body.

On Saturdays, a farmers' market opens on Cathedral Square, where you can buy the famous Black Forest ham, smoked on spruce and pine cones from the nearby Black Forest.

Local craftsmen are also famous for their wood products:

Well, how can you leave here without trying the local sausages?
She's cooking for me right now :)

But, as they say, not by bread alone... We go inside the cathedral.

Catholic cathedrals have always amazed me with their interior space. But this one...

This one was so mesmerizing that I even wanted to sit here on a bench for a while. The children didn't mind either - they quietly stared at everything with their mouths open :) And it was not in vain that they stayed - the rehearsal of the organ concert began. Feelings are unforgettable.

After the organ, I just wanted to wander around the streets of the city.

Have I already written about the big ones? Cool carts for children here in Europe. Hooked to the trunk and forward. But isn't it dangerous?

And here, along the sidewalks, rivers flow in gutters. They are called "baechle". Such clean ones.

The city is generally very beautiful. Especially in summer and winter, when it still glows with garlands.

Look what an idyll:

And here is the courtyard of one of the houses:

Another street:

This is one of the central

If you walk along it, then along the way you will meet the famous hotel "At the Red Bear" ("Zum Roten Baeren") - the oldest in Germany, leading its history from 1120.
True, the bear has already managed to become golden by our time ...

And at the end of the street is another attraction - the Swabian Gate (Schwabentor). The lower floor of this gate tower dates back to the 13th century, but the main part of the building was erected in 1901 in the style of the 15th century. In 1904-1905. not far from here, in a boarding house at Wallstrasse 10, the sisters Marina and Anastasia Tsvetaeva lived and studied.

Unfortunately, we are lucky for restoration and the "attraction" as always turned out to be closed by scaffolding.

Augustinerplatz:

Another signature feature of Freiburg is colored pavements made from halves of Rhine coastal pebbles:

The youngest already got used to the city and ran ahead :)

At the cathedral. Dogs touch Germans much more than small children. :)

Piss-piss in the grass... Why?

Well, I'll touch on the topic of immigrants a little. This is how guests of the sunny republics of countries earn a living.

Everyone knows what's funny? :)

Well, everything, we got to the Danube. Whoever reads the next post will know where this one originates from. great river:) Do not google in advance!

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Sights of Freiburg im Breisgau (German: Freiburg im Breisgau)

From 1945 until the founding of Baden-Württemberg on April 25, 1952, Freiburg im Breisgau (Freiburg for short) was the capital of Baden. Currently, the city located on the river Dreisam (German: Dreisam) has 227,400 inhabitants (as of August 1, 2016).

The old town with its famous sights - and the stream (German: Bächle), is visited by more than three million people every year. Documented since the Middle Ages, the streams of Freiburg, fed by the waters of the river Dreisam, can be found in most streets and lanes of the old town. The total length of Behle is 15.5 kilometers, of which 6.4 kilometers are underground.

Since the founding of the Albert Ludwig University (German: Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg) in 1457, Freiburg has been one of the classic German university towns.

The first mention of settlements in the area of ​​today's Freiburg can be found in a document from 1008. Around 1091, Duke Berthold II of the ancient German family of Zähringen built on the mountain Schlossberg (German: Schlossberg) beautiful castle Castrum de Friburch. The settlement of servants and craftsmen at the foot of the mountain was granted market and town rights by Berthold's son Conrad in 1120. Around 1200, Berthold V ordered that today's Freiburg Münster (German: Freiburger Münster) be built on the site of the too small church at that time. The construction was financed primarily by the income of the silver mines in the Black Forest, which greatly contributed to the prosperity of the citizens of Freiburg.

After the extinction of the Zähringens, the Counts von Urach took over the dominance in 1218 and henceforth called themselves the Counts of Freiburg. After frequent disputes with the counts over financial matters, in 1368 the citizens of Freiburg bought off the dominance of the unloved Egino III and assumed the protection of the House of Habsburg.

At the Battle of Sempach in 1386, the Swiss defeated the troops of the Austrian Duke Leopold III and destroyed part of the Freiburg nobility. Back then, the guilds dominated the city council. Freiburg was until 1427 an imperial city and was not part of any state. In 1457, Archduke Albrecht VI created.

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The Augustinian Museum in Freiburg im Breisgau is one of the most important museums on the Upper Rhine, with a well-known collection of art from the Middle Ages to the Baroque, as well as paintings from the 19th century. It is also the diocesan museum of the Archbishopric of Freiburg.

Schlossberg footbridge (German: Schlossbergsteg) Category: Freiburg im Breisgau

The Schlossberg is a wooded mountain located in the city of Freiburg im Breisgau to the east of historical center cities. It is located at an altitude of 455.9 meters above sea level. The Schlossberg tower offers panoramic views of all parts of the city and its surroundings.

Münsterplatz Square (German: Münsterplatz) Category: Freiburg im Breisgau

Münsterplatz, or Cathedral Square, in the historic center of Freiburg - the area surrounding the city Cathedral. The Freiburg brooks "Bahle" flow along the edges of the square. The Münsterplatz forms the largest square in the city.

Church of St. John (German: Johanneskirche) Category: Freiburg im Breisgau

St. John's Church, or Johanneskirche, is a Catholic church in Freiburg im Breisgau. It was opened in 1899. After joining the urban part of Wiere (German: Wiehre) to the city in 1825, rapid construction activity began here, as a result of which the number of inhabitants increased dramatically over several decades.

Archaeological Museum in Colombi Palace Category: Freiburg im Breisgau

Archaeological Museum, housed in the Neo-Gothic Colombi Palace, is Freiburg's municipal museum. The origins of the collection go back to Alexander Ecker, Heinrich Fischer and Wilhelm Deeke. Deeke was director of the Geological Institute at the University of Freiburg. He expanded the collection of the Museum of the History of Primitive Society and Ethnography, which existed since 1867, and placed it in 1926 at the Geological Institute at Hebelstraße 40.

University of Freiburg (German: Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg) Category: Freiburg im Breisgau

On April 20, 1455, Pope Calixtus III granted the request of Archduke Albrecht VI of Austria to establish a privileged university in Freiburg, so that it would serve not only the state and the inhabitants of his country, but also for the needs and well-being of other countries of the world.

Freiburg Theater (German: Theater Freiburg) Category: Freiburg im Breisgau

The Freiburg Theater is the oldest and largest theater in Freiburg im Breisgau. It is located on the edge of the historical part of the city at the corner of Bertoldstrasse and the square of the old synagogue (German: Platz der Alten Synagoge). The building combines four sites under one roof: Big hall, small hall, chamber stage and workshop. In the winter foyer, author's readings and chamber concerts are additionally held. Since September 2005 the theater has been operating as a separate company.

Gate Martinstor (German: Martinstor) Category: Freiburg im Breisgau

Compared to the Swabian Gate, the Martinstor Gate (in the Middle Ages it was called the Norsinger Gate) on the Kaiser-Josef-Straße is the oldest of the two surviving gate towers of the medieval city fortifications of Freiburg in the Breisgau.

Swabian Gate (German: Schwabentor) Category: Freiburg im Breisgau

The Swabian Gate (in the Middle Ages they were also called Obertor, German Obertor) is the youngest of the two surviving city gates (see also Martinstor) of the medieval city fortifications of Freiburg in Breisgau. The gate tower, built around 1250, originally had a passage between the outer and inner walls of the fortress in the direction of the bypass city moat and was open to the city part. Only in 1547 the tower was closed to the city with a stone wall.

Freiburg streams (German: Freiburger Bächle) Category: Freiburg im Breisgau

The Freiburg streams "Bächle" are the symbol of the city. Documented since the Middle Ages, waterways, fed by the waters of the Draizem River, can be found on most streets and lanes of the Old City. The total length of the streams is 15.5 kilometers, of which 6.4 kilometers are underground.

Freiburg (Germany) - the most detailed information about the city with a photo. The main attractions of Freiburg with descriptions, guides and maps.

City of Freiburg (Germany)

Freiburg (Freiburg im Breisgau) is a city in southwestern Germany in the federal state of Baden-Württemberg. It is the capital of the Black Forest and is located on the very edge of the "Black Forest" - a picturesque natural massif with the purest mountain air and wonderful nature. Freiburg is often called the jewel of the Black Forest. The city can offer travelers a whole range of sensations and entertainment: from natural beauties to sights and cultural monuments of the historic center, trips to numerous pubs and restaurants.

Located in a picturesque corner of Baden-Wurtenberg among vineyards on the edge of the legendary "Black Forest" at the junction of three countries - Germany, Switzerland and France, Freiburg is considered one of the most livable cities in Germany. It is common for city dwellers to go shopping in France or visit theaters in Basel or Zurich. Although Freiburg im Breisgau is not a major tourist center, the city is enough popular place among young people and active people, as well as a convenient point for exploring Southern Germany, neighboring regions and countries.

Geography and climate

Freiburg is located at the junction of the Black Forest and the Upper Rhine plain in the southwestern part of the federal state of Baden-Württemberg at the western foot of the Black Forest.

The climate is warm temperate. Freiburg is one of the warmest cities in Germany. The average annual temperature is over 11 degrees Celsius. A little more than 800 mm of precipitation falls annually. Most of them are from May to August. Winter is very mild average temperature 3-4 degrees with a plus sign.

Practical information

1. The population is more than 200 thousand inhabitants.
2. The official language is German.
3. Visa - Schengen.
4. Currency - euro.
5. Time zone - +1, +2 in summer.

Best time to visit

Freiburg im Breisgau can be visited all year round.

Story

Freiburg was founded in 1120 by Duke Berthold Zähringen. Although it is documented that the first settlements in the vicinity of the city were formed at the beginning of the 11th century. Thanks to the silver mines of the Black Forest, Freiburg was by no means a poor city.

In the 14th century, Freiburg became part of the Habsburgs. The city was obliged to supply soldiers and provide financial assistance.

In 1498, the Reichstag was held in Freiburg by Maximilian I. During the Thirty Years' War, the city was occupied by the Swedes and changed hands several times. Since the second half of the 17th century, France has constantly claimed Freiburg. After the Congress of Vienna, the city became part of the Duchy of Baden.

In the 19th and 20th century, Freiburg becomes one of the main cities in southwestern Germany. During the Second World War in 1944, it was subjected to bombing, which significantly damaged the northern part of the historical center.

How to get there

Nearest international Airport located in Basel, Switzerland. Although it offers far fewer flights than Frankfurt am Main and Zurich airports, which are about two hours away by train. Freiburg is accessible by car from the A5 motorway. If you travel by bus, then the most economical option is FlixBus. Direct rail routes link the city with Berlin, Hamburg, Zurich, Paris, Milan, Munich and other cities.

Shopping and shopping

As in most European cities, many shops in Freiburg are located in the old town. There are several large supermarkets in the Kaiser-Joseph-Straße area. On the Münsterplatz you can visit the farmers' market.

Christmas market in Freiburg

Food and drink

Freiburg, as a university city, can offer many pubs and fairly inexpensive cozy places. The cheapest establishments are restaurants with Italian cuisine and fast food. For drinks, be sure to try the local wheat beer.

Attractions

Münster is Freiburg's largest and oldest cathedral and one of its main attractions. It is one of the most beautiful sacral buildings in Europe. It was founded in the 12th century. The height of the tower is 116 meters. For one and a half euros, people with good physical fitness can climb the tower and look at the stunning views of the city.

An interesting feature of the old city are small canals that were intended to fight fires.

On the Münsterplatz stands out among the old buildings old town hall built in the 16th century. Now it houses a tourist information center.

New City Hall - beautiful building in the Renaissance style, built at the end of the 19th century on the foundations of an old historical building University.

Schwabenthor

The Schwabentor or the Swabian Gate is the symbol of Freiburg, one of the two surviving medieval gates of the city. They were founded in the 13th century.

The Martintor is Freiburg's oldest surviving old city gate. Were among the first fortifications cities and date back to the beginning of the 13th century.

One of the most beautiful sacral buildings of the city is the Gothic church of St. Martin, founded by the Franciscans in the 13th century.

For stunning views of Freiburg and the foothills of the Black Forest, head to the Schlossberg, a 30-minute walk from the old town.