Hotels in Freiburg

Freiburg, or Freiburg im Breisgau, is also known as the "Jewel of the Black Forest” - and for good reason! This fun, relaxed city is packed full of historic architecture, beautiful landmarks, and cultural attractions. Plus, with all the hiking and cycling trails of the Black Forest right on its doorstep, there’s plenty of incredible scenery and activities to enjoy too. 

Make the most of your visit with a great value stay at one of our Premier Inn hotels in Freiburg – enjoy our super-comfy accommodation and free Wi-Fi before you explore the city sights. 

If you fancy exploring other parts of Germany with a similar feel to Freiburg, then you could start with a visit to Mannheim, another university city that’s buzzing with culture and innovation. Or for another romantic, traditional trip to Germany, you could check out Passau which is located where the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers meet.

Freiburg is famous for its Münster (or Minster) cathedral, which is located in a stunning square in the city’s Old Town. This free-to-visit cathedral is one of the oldest and arguably most beautiful in Europe, dating back to 1200 when its construction began. It sits in Münsterplatz square, which not only showcases some of the enchanting traditional buildings the area is famous for, but also hosts the city’s weekly markets and is a culture haven. Other fantastic architectural locations to visit include the two city gates, Schwabentor and Martinstor, and you can also enjoy spotting the small historic canals that run through many of the streets.

Enjoy views of this historic German city from above! Schlossberg Tower is a viewpoint just outside town, located along an easy incline with some steps (around a 30-minute walk), or accessible via a funicular railway. From here you can see the city in all its glory and, on the way back down, you can stop at the Kastaniengarten beer garden for a well-earned drink. For even grander views, head just outside of Freiburg and take a ride on the Schauinsland cable car - at the top, you can enjoy stunning views of the city, the Black Forest and as far as the Swiss Alps. From here you can also visit an old silver mine and spend time exploring some of the beautiful trails of the Black Forest. 

Open since 1877, the Feierling Brewery is located just off Augustinerplatz in the Old Town. Here you can try the city’s very own beers in the laid-back beer garden or at the long wooden bar inside. The house beer is an amazing, fresh wheat beer that isn’t exported, making it a must-try for visitors - you won’t taste it anywhere else! 

Discover more of the fantastic activities and attractions the city has to offer over on our things to do in Freiburg pages. 

Freiburg is in the southwest of Germany, in the state of Baden-Württemberg. The city is just over an hour’s drive southeast of Strasbourg and just under three hours' drive southwest of Stuttgart. 

Freiburg is well known as a laid-back, beautiful university city that’s just as popular with German locals as it is with international visitors. Surrounded by the incredible mountains of the Black Forest, the city is also known for its good weather and vineyards, the magnificent medieval cathedral, and its high standard of living and forward-thinking environmental practices. 

There’s plenty to keep the whole family entertained around the city, from museums like the art focused Augustinermuseum, the German Clock Museum and the Museum of Natural History. Europa Park is Germany’s largest theme park and is situated just a 30-minute drive away from the heart of Freiburg; test your nerve on the rollercoasters or make a splash at the resort’s water park. Alternatively, you can burn off some energy with a walk around Freiburg’s Botanic Garden, or rent a mountain bike and explore the trails around the city and the nearby Black Forest. 

You won’t go hungry in Freiburg - the city is bursting with great places to eat boasting cuisine from all over the world. However, if it’s traditional German food you’re after, then try Oma’s Küche for a range of hearty local dishes. No trip to Freiburg is complete without a visit to the daily morning market in Münstermarkt square - you’ll be able to taste all kinds of different traditional food and drink here! Our guide on best places to eat in Freiburg showcases more delicious spots to try. 

Freiburg has excellent connections via rail and road. The nearest airport is EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, 80km from Freiburg and from here you can easily travel by train into the city. When ordering train tickets online, be careful not to confuse Freiburg (im Breisgau) with Freiburg (an der Elbe), Fribourg in Switzerland or Freiberg in Saxony.

From Freiburg, you’re just a 30-minute drive away from France by car and around 40 minutes from Switzerland.

The laid-back nature of the city is also reflected in its party scene. However, while its nightlife may not be up to Berlin’s standard of late-night revelry, you’ll still be able to enjoy a night or two of fun and dancing. Many people head to the Old Town in the evenings, where there’s plenty of bars, nightlife and restaurants. Or, after busy days out in Freiburg, why not visit one of our bars in Baden-Württemberg for a more laid-back evening? 

Discover more about Freiburg’s nightlife here.