What to do in Freiburg im Breisgau

Climb the steeple of Freiburg’s cathedral for views across the city. Admire its Gothic architecture with two feet on the ground.

Attend one of the fairs, conferences or shows at this vast indoor and outdoor exhibition space, which hosts dozens of events each year.

The sprawling square outside Freiburg’s Gothic cathedral is the site of a marketplace, one of the city’s major attractions.

Discover all that Freiburg has to offer at its historic town hall, today a conveniently located tourist information center.

See Freiburg against the backdrop of the Black Forest by climbing this leafy mountain on the edge of the city center.

Enjoy a performance at Freiburg Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Mitte. While you're in the area, wander around the lush forest.

The Freiburg branch of this international cultural organization offers German language training, from casual beginner classes to intensive live-in programs.

You’ll know you’ve arrived in Freiburg’s Old Town when you spot this distinctive sight, usually dotted with local students and commuters.

Start your tour of the old town at this medieval gate, the oldest in Freiburg and the site of witch burnings during the 16th century.