Freiburg im Breisgau Animal, Flowers, Historic buildings, Mountain, Museum, Peaceful + Sunset & sunrise pictures

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The jewel of the Black Forest, Freiburg is a major university city in southwest Germany with a laidback charm and beauty of its own.

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.

The jewel of the Black Forest, Freiburg is a major university city in southwest Germany with a laidback charm and beauty of its own.

Built in 1250 to defend the city, this gate overflows with symbolism pertaining to the spirit of Freiburg. Inside is a charming diorama museum.

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

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

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

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