A trip to the city of Freiburg is a must for all those spending their vacations in the Black Forest. The Black Forest capital offers visitors a wonderful experience at all times of the year. An extensive public transport system means that Freiburg is easy to reach from throughout the central and southern Black Forest areas. A particularly attractive feature for visitors to Freiburg is its compact size, meaning that all visitor attractions can easily be reached on foot.

The main train and bus stations are just a few minutes’ walk from the historic old town, whose buildings are clustered around the foot of the world-famous Freiburg Cathedral. A wander through the old town provides pleasant surprises and charming discoveries at every turn. The extensive pedestrian area, with its shops, boutiques, arcades and markets, makes shopping and strolling around the city a pleasure. Cozy wine taverns and elegant restaurants invite guests to while away the time. Freiburg also has a peaceful charm, found in the silence of secret alleyways, secluded spots and idyllic interior courtyards.

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Visitors to Freiburg often marvel at the "Bächle"; narrow stone watercourses that meander through the streets and alleyways. Take a break after your city stroll, and soothe your tired feet by dipping them into the little rivulets. That is a service that only Freiburg can offer. You can find more information about Freiburg at www.freiburg.de or under the submenus. ________________________________________________________________________________