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Private Old Town tour with a native Freiburg resident (approx. 120 min)

Freiburg, Germanyby Freiburg-Guide Bernd Pfeiffer

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: German, English

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Overview

Come with a native and living Freiburger on a relaxed and varied city tour through the old town of Freiburg. Enjoy the most beautiful sights, coupled with the most important background information. The tour is pleasantly level and is easy to tackle. We walk relaxed through the historic heart of Freiburg. From the Rathausplatz to the eastern old town centre, we walk along the "Bächle", which is so typical for Freiburg. With the courtyard, the Old and New Town Halls and the historic House of the Whale, we walk through hundreds of years of history. A highlight is undoubtedly Münsterplatz with the majestic Freiburg Minster. Continue to the jewels Alte Wache, Historisches Kaufhaus, Konviktstraße and Schwabentor. From there we go to the romantic snail suburb, the old artisan and commercial district. At Augustinerplatz this guided tour through the old town ends.

What's included

  • Declarations by a Freiburg native and living in Freiburg

    Itinerary

    1. 1

      Stop 1

      10 min

      The courthouse is the oldest of the 4 town halls in Freiburg. The Reichstag was held here at the end of the 15th century.

    2. 2

      Stop 2

      10 min

      The Old Town Hall has a long history. You'll see it from the outside.

    3. 3

      Stop 3

      10 min

      Here you can see the New Town Hall with its interesting history. You will also see ornate paving mosaics of Freiburg’s 12 twin cities and some interesting things about the famous Bächle to the topic of black powder.

    4. 4

      Stop 4

      10 min

      At the impressive 16th century House of Whale, you will learn about the builder and a special occupant of this magnificent building.

    5. 5

      Kaiser-Joseph-Strasse

      10 min

      Kaiser-Joseph Straße is the main shopping street of Freiburg. On one side you can see St. Martin's Gate from the very early 13th century. It is one of the two remaining city gates of Freiburg.

    6. 6

      Freiburg Cathedral

      15 min

      Here you can see Freiburg Minster from the outside. The early 16th century. Completed over the centuries, 116m high Freiburg Cathedral of Our Lady impresses with its 45m high tower helmet in its unique open construction. In addition to Gothic, you can also see Romanesque elements up to Renaissance elements.

    7. 7

      Stop 7

      15 min

      Enjoy the Münstermarkt with a farmers market from Monday to Saturday until about 1:30 pm. In addition to the filigree Freiburg Minster, you will see the Kornhaus, the Alte Wache and the Historical Department Store.

    8. 8

      Stop 8

      10 min

      Used to be called the Rear Wolf Cave. Has been an example of successful old town renovation since the middle of the 20th century.

    9. 9

      Schwabentor

      10 min

      The Swabian Gate from the middle of the 13th century is one of the two remaining city gates of Freiburg, along with the Martinstor.

    10. 10

      Augustinerplatz

      10 min

      On the way from the Schwabentor to Augustinerplatz we pass the snail suburb, the former craftsman and business district. There were mills, tanners, fishermen, gem grinders and much more.

    Meeting and pickup

    In front of the entrance to the New Town Hall on Rathausplatz in Freiburg im Breisgau

    In principle, collection is possible anywhere in the city centre by appointment

    End point

    The city tour usually ends at Augustinerplatz in Freiburg im Breisgau. Another endpoint can be arranged

    Good to know

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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