Münsterplatz Freiburg – Schlossberg Tower loop from Freiburg (Breisgau) Hauptbahnhof
Münsterplatz Freiburg – Schlossberg Tower loop from Freiburg (Breisgau) Hauptbahnhof
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Münsterplatz Freiburg – Schlossberg Tower loop from Freiburg (Breisgau) Hauptbahnhof
01:40
5.79km
130m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: July 1, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
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1.32 km
Historic Merchants' Hall (Historisches Kaufhaus), Freiburg
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In the Middle Ages, standing in line meant that merchants had to wait at the city gate after an arduous journey in a horse-drawn cart. Here the goods were checked and the amount of customs duty was determined. That could take some time - especially when trade in Freiburg increased significantly in the 14th century. The city gates were literally bursting at the seams, and so it was essential to set up a place specifically for goods storage and customs clearance. Such a house belonging to the city market administration was mentioned for the first time in 1378.
As an extension of these areas, the cathedral architect Lienhart Müller built the historical department store at the beginning of the 16th century, approximately between 1520 and 1532. Moved forward from the line of neighboring buildings, the magnificent façade with its artfully decorated bay towers and arcades is particularly effective.
The 300 square meter inner courtyard is hidden behind the wide entrance gate. Where goods were once stored, open-air events such as the “Freiburger Weinkost” now take place.
The inner courtyard is connected to the fireplace room via a spiral staircase. Inserted into this room in the 15th century by the then cathedral architect, he gave it its name.
While the pompous Imperial Hall impresses with its mighty oak columns, virtuoso ceiling ornaments from the 18th century in the Rococo Hall create an artistic sky over the guests.
Text / Source: Tourist Information, Freiburg im Breisgau
at the town hall square
visit.freiburg.de/attractions/historical-kaufhaus
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Münsterplatz Freiburg
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View of Freiburg from the Vineyard
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Schlossberg Tower
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4.00 km
Kanonenplatz — View over Freiburg
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The former Burghalden Castle, which was once built by the people of Zähringen, stood above the Kanonenplatz on the Schlossbergnase. For the city's anniversary in 1820, this elevation was named Ludwigshöhe, after the then Grand Duke.
The cannon area is not equipped with cannons, but rather with telescopes to enjoy the view, which is truly breathtaking.
The view sweeps over the city with the cathedral almost within reach and, on a clear day, extends over the Rhine valley to the Vosges in France.
Source: kuratorium-schlossberg.de/eip/pages/kanonenplatz.php
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Schwabentor (Swabian Gate), Freiburg im Breisgau
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Today it houses the Zinnfigurenklause, a museum in which historical events are recreated with pewter figures.
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Rathausplatz Freiburg
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Freiburg Bächle
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5.79 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
2.67 km
2.20 km
659 m
260 m
Surfaces
3.77 km
1.41 km
406 m
202 m
< 100 m
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de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schlossberg_(Freiburg_im_Breisgau)
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Note: At about km 1.1, the stairs will soon be closed – plan a detour if necessary.
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From the main station 🚉 past the old town hall 🏫 we strolled through the weekly market. In the Münster we listened to the market music.🎹
Now it's getting dry and we climb up the Schwabentor to the Schloßberg, Kanonenplatz and Ludwigshöhe and are rewarded with great views.
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