Day Itinerary
19 Activities
Day 3
135 mi3 mi
Freiburg Im Breisgau, a Towering Waterfall and a Lake to Be Captain for a Day
Last day of the trip with lots of interesting things to see and remember forever. Are you ready?
You will visit a beautiful city whose imposing cathedral will take your breath away. Everything there looks like something out of a painting: its streets and corners, its ancient gates leading to the walled city, its little Venice, its cobbled streets... You won't know which way to look.
Then a 97-metre high waterfall will surprise you in the middle of a beautiful path of pure and dense green. You will want to spend hours gazing in ecstasy at this wonder of nature.
Later on, you will go sailing on the waters of a large lake, like a real skipper, aboard a small electric boat which, fortunately for everyone, does not require a licence! You will also be able to stroll around the lake, visit the beautiful village square and climb up to a viewpoint from where the views are breathtaking.
As if all this wasn't enough, I suggest you finish the day in a small village, dining in a beautiful medieval restaurant next to a tower that, if you ask me, is surely owned by a witch.
You will visit a beautiful city whose imposing cathedral will take your breath away. Everything there looks like something out of a painting: its streets and corners, its ancient gates leading to the walled city, its little Venice, its cobbled streets... You won't know which way to look.
Then a 97-metre high waterfall will surprise you in the middle of a beautiful path of pure and dense green. You will want to spend hours gazing in ecstasy at this wonder of nature.
Later on, you will go sailing on the waters of a large lake, like a real skipper, aboard a small electric boat which, fortunately for everyone, does not require a licence! You will also be able to stroll around the lake, visit the beautiful village square and climb up to a viewpoint from where the views are breathtaking.
As if all this wasn't enough, I suggest you finish the day in a small village, dining in a beautiful medieval restaurant next to a tower that, if you ask me, is surely owned by a witch.
47.7 mi
1 hr
10:005 min
Parkhaus Karlsbau
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Good morning!
You will start the day with a walk through the beautiful city of Freiburg im Breisgau.
This is the closest car park to the old town.
This is the closest car park to the old town.
0.2 mi
5 min
10:1030 min
Freiburg Cathedral
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If there is one thing in this city that no one should miss, it is the magnificent cathedral. Imposing and spectacular. It began to be built in 1200 and it took more than 300 years to finish it. It began in Romanesque style and ended up having the gothic style that we can all appreciate today.
Be sure to visit it, inside you will be able to appreciate the colourful stained glass windows, which are the original ones from medieval times, in all their splendour.
It is open daily from 7:00 to 19:00 h.
Be sure to visit it, inside you will be able to appreciate the colourful stained glass windows, which are the original ones from medieval times, in all their splendour.
It is open daily from 7:00 to 19:00 h.
0.1 mi
5 min
10:4510 min
Fischbrunnen
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This square has been the site of a very busy and varied market for centuries. The fishermen used to use this fountain to wash their fish before selling it on their stalls.
The market is beautiful and very lively. It is also on this square that one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in Germany is held during Advent.
The market is beautiful and very lively. It is also on this square that one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in Germany is held during Advent.
0.1 mi
5 min
11:0010 min
Historical Merchants' Hall
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This beautiful building (which I got confused and thought it was the Town Hall...) is known as the Old Warehouse. It dates from the 16th century and today it is used as a conference and congress venue.
On the façade there are prominent figures from the House of Habsburg, such as the Emperor Maximilian and Philip the Beautiful, his son. There are also beautifully painted coats of arms.
On the façade there are prominent figures from the House of Habsburg, such as the Emperor Maximilian and Philip the Beautiful, his son. There are also beautifully painted coats of arms.
0.3 mi
10 min
11:2015 min
Martin's Gate
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The gates that gave access to the old walled city are also a must-see. This is the oldest of the two remaining city gates.
It was built in the 12th century but has been restored many times and its original appearance has changed.
The day I saw it for the first time there were so many people walking in the area that I could hardly take a decent picture of it. I still bought a postcard later because it's so beautiful....
From here it is recommended to walk along the Gerberau street that will lead you to the next rampart gate, that' s where you will find "Little Venice", one of the most beautiful parts of the city.
The day I saw it for the first time there were so many people walking in the area that I could hardly take a decent picture of it. I still bought a postcard later because it's so beautiful....
From here it is recommended to walk along the Gerberau street that will lead you to the next rampart gate, that' s where you will find "Little Venice", one of the most beautiful parts of the city.
0.4 mi
10 min
11:4515 min
Schwabentor
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This is the second gate of the walled city, surrounded by a very beautiful part of the city.
From here I recommend walking towards the market square again along Konviktstrasse. It is one of the most charming streets in Freiburg im Breisgau.
From here I recommend walking towards the market square again along Konviktstrasse. It is one of the most charming streets in Freiburg im Breisgau.
0.2 mi
5 min
12:1045 min
Feierling
Restaurant
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Time to stop for lunch and I can't think of a better place than this beer garden, which has a huge terrace, a great location and a wide variety of food.
If you can make a reservation in advance as their beautiful terrace fills up quickly.
Opening hours Sunday to Thursday : 11:00 - 00:00 h. Friday and Saturday : 11:00 - 01:00 h.
If you can make a reservation in advance as their beautiful terrace fills up quickly.
Opening hours Sunday to Thursday : 11:00 - 00:00 h. Friday and Saturday : 11:00 - 01:00 h.
17.3 mi
40 min
14:001 min
Parkplatz
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You can park here, close to the great Todtnauer waterfalls.
0.4 mi
10 min
14:151 hr
Todtnauer Wasserfälle
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It is impressive to see these waterfalls with their roaring waterfall from a height of 97 metres.
The whole area is incredibly beautiful, the path is very good, even in a rainy day we were able to walk it without any problem. I suggest an hour but the truth is that I would have stayed there all afternoon, just listening to the water and enjoying the spectacle.
The whole area is incredibly beautiful, the path is very good, even in a rainy day we were able to walk it without any problem. I suggest an hour but the truth is that I would have stayed there all afternoon, just listening to the water and enjoying the spectacle.
0.4 mi
15 min
15:305 min
Parkplatz
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When you are ready to leave this paradise behind, I suggest you get back in the car to visit Schluch Lake.
19.9 mi
40 min
16:155 min
Schluchsee - Öffentliche ParkplätzeKostenpflichtig
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Bienvenido al Lago Schluch!! Un hermoso lago donde disfrutar de una agradable tarde y, según la época del año en que viajes, tomar un baño. Si es que te animas ya que son aguas muy frías (creeme yo he metido un dedo.. hahaha!)
Te sugiero caminar bordeando el lago por el sendero peatonal, podrás disfrutar de unas vistas hermosas.
Te sugiero caminar bordeando el lago por el sendero peatonal, podrás disfrutar de unas vistas hermosas.
0.4 mi
10 min
16:301 hr
MÜLLERS Bootsvermietung in der Wolfsgrundbucht
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"It's time to sail my captain!!!"
It's super fun to sail around the lake aboard the electric, eco-friendly boats that you can rent here. I recommend you rent it for an hour, that's what I did with my friends and we had a great time, in fact, we had the feeling that it was a short ride. But you can choose the time you want.
There is also the option of a pedal boat or a rowing boat, if you are more sporty. Here is their website for more information.
Open from May to September, every day from 10:00 to 18:00. Depending on the weather, of course.
It's super fun to sail around the lake aboard the electric, eco-friendly boats that you can rent here. I recommend you rent it for an hour, that's what I did with my friends and we had a great time, in fact, we had the feeling that it was a short ride. But you can choose the time you want.
There is also the option of a pedal boat or a rowing boat, if you are more sporty. Here is their website for more information.
Open from May to September, every day from 10:00 to 18:00. Depending on the weather, of course.
0.5 mi
10 min
17:4545 min
Café am Kirchplatz
Café
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For refreshments, after sailing on the lake, I suggest this café.
Situated in a beautiful square, it has delicious delicacies and the coffee is excellent.
It is open from Saturday to Wednesday from 12:00 - 18:00 h.
It is open from Saturday to Wednesday from 12:00 - 18:00 h.
0.1 mi
5 min
18:4015 min
Kirchplatz
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It is a beautiful square with a picturesque fountain in the centre. From here I recommend you walk along the path that will take you to the viewpoint.
0.2 mi
5 min
19:0015 min
Aussichtspavillon
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From this viewpoint you have a beautiful view over the lake, especially at sunset...
0.4 mi
10 min
19:305 min
Schluchsee - Öffentliche ParkplätzeKostenpflichtig
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I suggest you return to the car for dinner at a highly recommended place.
18 mi
40 min
20:151 hr 30 min
Restaurant Storchenturm
Restaurant
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It is the small restaurant of a hotel, we happened to pass by by chance. We had stopped to see the town and we loved it.
The food is super tasty and the atmosphere is very welcoming. We had a great time and we were about to stay overnight in the hotel so as not to drive at night, but finally we continued on our way so as not to be delayed.
I suggest you make reservations by phone at (+49)172 7607522 and also at (+49) 7741-1880. Because the lounge is very cosy, but it is small, so you are sure to get a seat. We were lucky to find a place without a reservation, but it was in the low season.
Here is more information.
Well, this is the last stop of this wonderful journey.
As a last recommendation, I suggest you to walk around the streets of this small town at night, after dinner. You won't regret it!!
I hope you've enjoyed this trip. It's been a great fun for me to share these places, I enjoyed so much, with you.
Hope to meet you in another route!!
:)
The food is super tasty and the atmosphere is very welcoming. We had a great time and we were about to stay overnight in the hotel so as not to drive at night, but finally we continued on our way so as not to be delayed.
I suggest you make reservations by phone at (+49)172 7607522 and also at (+49) 7741-1880. Because the lounge is very cosy, but it is small, so you are sure to get a seat. We were lucky to find a place without a reservation, but it was in the low season.
Here is more information.
Well, this is the last stop of this wonderful journey.
As a last recommendation, I suggest you to walk around the streets of this small town at night, after dinner. You won't regret it!!
I hope you've enjoyed this trip. It's been a great fun for me to share these places, I enjoyed so much, with you.
Hope to meet you in another route!!
:)
32 mi
1 hr
22:45