Freiburg im Breisgau – 25 minutes from the hotel
Germany's sunniest city awaits with its mighty Minster, the historic Bächle water channels, a lively university atmosphere and the Black Forest right on its doorstep.
Germany's sunniest city
Minster, Bächle &
university flair
Freiburg im Breisgau is one of Germany's most charming cities: grand enough for culture, lively enough for a student atmosphere, and large enough for a wonderfully varied offering – without the anonymity of a metropolis.
Its landmark is the Freiburg Minster, one of the finest Gothic churches in Germany. The Bächle – small medieval water channels – run through the entire city centre. And the university brings a youthful, cosmopolitan energy.
Sights
The best of Freiburg
Freiburg Minster
Freiburg's landmark: the Gothic cathedral, begun in the 12th century, towers over the entire city centre. Its spire is considered one of the most perfectly realised Gothic towers in the world.
Old town & Bächle
The Freiburg Bächle are medieval water channels that flow through the city centre. They once supplied water – today they are a city symbol and a welcome way to cool off.
Schlossberg – panoramic views
Rising above the old town, the Schlossberg offers a wonderful view across Freiburg, the Black Forest and, on clear days, as far as the Vosges. Reached on foot or by funicular.
Augustiner Museum
The Augustiner Museum, housed in a former monastery, holds important works of medieval and Renaissance art – including Romanesque sculpture and paintings from the Upper Rhine.
Botanical Garden
The botanical garden of the University of Freiburg lies in the heart of the city and is free to enter. Tropical houses, outdoor plantings and an alpine garden delight nature lovers.
Schauinsland cable car
The Schauinsland cable car runs from Horben up to 1,284 metres – with magnificent views over Freiburg and the Black Forest. The base station is about 15 minutes from the city centre.
Getting there & parking
Practical information
By car
A5 towards Basel
From Rust via the A5 towards Basel – take the Freiburg Mitte or Freiburg Süd exit. Journey time approx. 25 minutes without traffic. Hotel car park at Hotel Andante costs €10 per day.
Parking in Freiburg
City-centre car parks
Recommended: Parkhaus Auggener Str. (near the main station) or Parkhaus Stadtmitte. Alternatively: park on the outskirts and take the tram into the centre.
Public transport
Train from Ringsheim
From Ringsheim station (approx. 10 minutes by car) regional trains run to Freiburg main station in about 30 minutes. Check the timetable at bahn.de.
Food & drink
A student city with
a culinary culture
Freiburg is one of Germany's most enjoyable university cities for food lovers. From the Münstermarkt with its fresh produce to traditional Baden taverns and international restaurants – the choice is enormous.
The Münstermarkt takes place on weekdays on the Münsterplatz and is one of the oldest and finest weekly markets in the region. Fresh Black Forest produce, Kaiserstuhl wines and regional delicacies.
Münstermarkt (weekdays)
One of Germany's oldest weekly markets – fresh produce from the Black Forest and Kaiserstuhl right in front of the Minster
Baden taverns
Traditional inns in the old town serve hearty Baden cooking: Maultaschen, sausage salad, flammkuchen and regional wines
Martinstor quarter
The quarter around the historic Martinstor is packed with cafés, bistros and restaurants – ideal for a lunchtime stop
Schlossberg restaurants
Up on the Schlossberg are several restaurants and beer gardens with panoramic terraces – perfect to round off a day in Freiburg
Kaiserstuhl wine merchants
Many vinotheques and wine shops in the city centre offer Kaiserstuhl and Ortenau wines to take home
Our day-trip suggestion
Schauinsland +
old town +
Schlossberg wine
The perfect Freiburg day: start with the Schauinsland cable car for fresh mountain air and panoramic views. Around midday, descend and stroll through Freiburg's old town, Minster and Bächle. In the evening: a glass of wine on the Schlossberg with views over the city as the sun sets.
09:00
Schauinsland cable car
Ride up to the 1,284-metre summit – morning air and sweeping views over the Black Forest and the Rhine plain
11:30
Descent & into the city
Back down to town, then a short walk through the university quarter to the centre
12:30
Minster & old town
Visit Freiburg Minster, stroll along the Bächle, stop for a bite at a Münstermarkt café
14:30
Augustiner Museum
A cultural pause in the medieval monastery building, with artworks from the Upper Rhine
17:00
Schlossberg at sunset
Walk up or take the funicular to the Schlossberg – a glass of Kaiserstuhl Pinot Blanc with Freiburg at your feet
19:00
Back to Rust
Approx. 25 minutes back to Hotel Andante – the pool and restaurant await
Two pleasures in one
Freiburg & Europa-Park
in a single holiday
One day at Europa-Park, one day in Freiburg – Hotel Andante is ideally placed for both. Book your stay in Rust now and discover Germany's sunniest city just 25 minutes away.