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    Young Freiburg

    Many students, young professionals and creative types are drawn by the buzzing, open atmosphere in Freiburg. The main attractions are the excellent university and varied cultural scene. There are lots of student clubs, cafés and bars ensuring lively intercultural exchange near the university campus.University of Freiburg There are around 25,000 students enrolled at the University of Freiburg, with a choice of 250 courses, of which more than 20 are taught in English. Fifteen per cent of the students are international. Together with 300 leading university partners around the world, they

    Getting active in and around Freiburg

    With its sunny climate and lovely countryside, Freiburg is perfect for action-packed outdoor adventures. The varied topography promises thrilling rides, with routes suitable for all levels of mountain and gravel bikers, racing cyclists and longboard fans.Mountain biking With its approved tracks near the city, Freiburg is taking on a pioneering role for mountain biking in Germany. A network of trails ranging from easy to pretty challenging has been established in close collaboration with the State Forestry Office and the Freiburg Mountain Bike Club. There are a total of 11 trails with

    Early summer event highlights in Freiburg

    Freiburg’s open-air season starts with a varied calendar of events, with a range of cultural highlights, concerts and festivals promising great experiences and delicious moments. This is just a small selection.Freiburg LIVE Festival, 13–18 June 2023 A top-notch musical event  is being held around the Freiburg Minster for the first time this year, with national and international artists performing classical, rock, pop and electro music as part of the newly founded ‘Münsterplatzkonzerte’ series. Peter Fox and his band kick off the events on Tuesday,

    Sustainable shopping in Freiburg

    If you love going out shopping, you’ll be excited to discover what the shops of Freiburg have to offer. The streets and pedestrianised areas of the old town of Freiburg are bustling with little boutiques and shops, specialist outlets and department stores for an excellent shopping experience. As a ‘Green City’, Freiburg was an early adopter of sustainable urban development strategies. One of its sustainability targets is also fair procurement and fair trade of organic produce. Freiburg has been a ‘Fairtrade Town’ since 2013 in recognition of its sustained commitment to fair trade.Fair trade

    The lovely old town of Freiburg

    Medieval flair combined with modern life are what give the lovely old town of Freiburg its own particular charm. The medieval old town is dotted with historic buildings that tell the story of the city’s 900 years of history. Modern life is buzzing through the little streets with their famous ‘Bächle’ streams. The little shops and boutiques are also perfect for a browse – you could even treat yourself. The numerous cafés and restaurants on idyllic squares and corners are popular meeting points for the people of Freiburg. After all, everything is more enjoyable with company.The centre and

    Spring in Freiburg

    Spring is one of the best times for a city break in Freiburg. The temperatures can start to get pleasantly warm in Germany’s sunniest city. The following are a few suggestions for discovering and exploring different aspects of this 900-year-old city.On and around the Schlossberg mountain The Schlossberg mountain is a mostly tree-covered outcrop rising up not far from the old town of Freiburg and affording wonderful views over the whole city and the Rhine valley. There are various themed trails revealing either lovely aspects of nature or traces of a chequered history. You can climb

    Winter holidays in Freiburg

    Whether you fancy enjoying the cool winter weather in the great outdoors or relaxing in a luxury spa, Freiburg is a feel-good region with lots to offer in terms of sport, relaxation and moments of pure indulgence for the body and soul. The beautiful countryside around Freiburg is perfect for a range of outdoor activities, even in winter. You can enjoy the wintry season in all its glory away from the big, busy skiing regions. In and around Freiburg, there are not only thermal springs and baths but also medical beauty and day spas which can tailor their treatments to the individual wishes and

    Discover foodie Freiburg

    Ready for a foodie adventure? It could be a bite into a crunchy Lange Rote sausage at the Münstermarkt in Freiburg, a hearty Baden dish in a brewery bar or an extravagant menu in a fine dining restaurant. And, depending on what and where you are eating, you can wash it down with a glass of fine Baden wine or a cool draught beer from one of the local breweries. Freiburg is a city for foodies and connoisseurs: the varied hospitality scene offers all the regional and international food you could possibly want. Thanks to its mild temperatures and excellent soils, the Breisgau region produces the

    Top tip for an Advent city break: experience the magic of Christmas in Freiburg

    Do you fancy seeing the Christmas lights and soaking up that festive feeling? With more than 100 charmingly decorated stalls, lovely crafts and handmade textiles, delicious home-made mulled wine and extraordinary guided tours with a drag queen, the Christmas market in Freiburg from 17 November to 23 December 2022 is a must. Thousands of twinkling lights and a unique lighting system bathe the city centre and Colombipark in a glow of sparkling winter lights.Foodie variety and a winter light spectacular Typical regional treats on offer include bags of hot roasted chestnuts, marzipan and

    Autumn in Freiburg: colourful moments to savour in the capital of the Black Forest

    Freiburg enjoys a reputation as the foodie destination in Germany and is also famous for its excellent wines. Relaxation and enjoyment go hand in hand in this Black Forest metropolis.Immerse yourself in that Freiburg feeling Diving into Freiburg’s authentic atmosphere is the ultimate in relaxation. Wandering along the Dreisam river and admiring the splendid autumn colours brings a perfect sense of peace and balance to your day. And the Dreisam is not the only thing flowing: there are little streams known as Bächle running all through the streets of Freiburg. You will spot them again and

    Freiburg, the sustainable, exciting Black Forest metropolis

    Freiburg leads the way in Germany when it comes to sustainability and is a real treat not just for the greens! Climate change is already irreversible and low carbon footprint travel is the future. Holidaying on your own continent is a good start, and you can even ease your conscience by heading to one of the most sustainable cities in Germany!Pioneering in the sustainable use of resources  Freiburg is taking solar technology, transport policy, helping the environment and climate protection one step further. The development of plans to combine quality of life with sustainability,

    Time out in Freiburg: Arrive and enjoy

    With sun-drenched natural settings, a charming cityscape and all sorts of tasty treats, Freiburg has everything you need for a perfect city break. The Lonely Planet travel guide agrees, putting the Black Forest capital in the south of Germany in the number three spot for best cities in 2022. The excellent quality of life and the green outlook of Freiburg’s 230,000-odd residents also played a role in achieving this ranking. The city has built itself a global reputation in areas such as solar technology, transport policy and environmental and climate protection.Discover, explore, enjoy

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