2 Hours Private Guided Walking Tour of Freiburg
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About
On and around Freiburg we discover the charm of both the capital of the Black Forest and the city of sustainable tourism. We learn about the legend of the Swabian merchant who fell in love with the city and proposed to buy it. With good reason because he was fascinated to see the typical Bächle, the beautiful and imposing Münster cathedral, with the Gothic tower defined as the most beautiful in Christianity? We admire the mosaic decorations of the sidewalks and the splendid bay windows of the buildings. But that's not all, we walk through enchanting narrow streets and elegant shops. The tour allows you to discover the medieval city, the birth of the free municipality, its historical developm...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Licensed Tourist Guide
excluding food and drink
Visit to the interior of the monuments is not included.
Meeting Points
Departure
Münsterplatz
In front of the Cathedral entrance
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Itinerary
1
Münsterplatz
The square is dominated by the splendid Gothic church and tower, described as the most beautiful in Germany. around the perimeter of the cathedral, the sculptures of the gargoyles are remarkable, representing the most varied figures and fantastic creatures
15 minutes
2
Historisches Kaufhaus
The Antico Palazzo del Commercio shows a sumptuous facade and two richly decorated corner turrets. Remarkable are the sculptures of the great Habsburg emperors.
8 minutes
3
Haus zum Walfisch
The facade of the building is richly decorated with late Gothic elements. The house is famous for hosting Erasmus of Rotterdam from 1529 to 1531
12 minutes
4
Rathausplatz
The Old and New Town Halls, richly adorned with the heraldic symbols of the Habsburgs and finely decorated in the Baroque style, are excellent examples of the city's architectural features
15 minutes
5
Gerberau
The characteristic medieval quarter is dominated by the industrial canal where the tanners, millers and butchers once settled. In the canal, a crocodile arouses the attention of visitors.
20 minutes
6
Schwabentor
The medieval gate was the gateway to the city for traders from the Black Forest. The part facing the city is decorated with the image of the Swabian merchant who wanted to buy the city.
15 minutes
7
Augustinerplatz
The square owes its name to the Convent of the Augustinian Hermits who settled there with church and cloister in the 1300s. Today it houses an important museum. The medieval walls are visible in this square
12 minutes
8
Martinstor
It is one of the oldest medieval gates surrounded by numerous buildings rebuilt in the 19th century style. Leaving the Martinstor you reach the Fischerau district
5 minutes
9
Konviktstrasse
It is one of the most picturesque and pleasant streets in Freiburg, with renovated houses maintaining their original appearance and dimensions and an architectural aesthetic of considerable interest
10 minutes
10
Kaiser-Joseph-Strasse
A former market street, today the street is one of the most important shopping centers in Freiburg. The buildings were rebuilt after the Second World War and some notable ones have won architectural awards
8 minutes
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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