European City
Breisach am Rhein
Baden-Wurttemberg | 15.500 inhabitants
Welcome to Breisach
Breisach am Rhein nowadays represents a link between Baden/Germany and Alsace/France. In its history of nearly 4000 years many different peoples benefited from the strategic location of Breisach near a bridge for crossing the Rhine river. As a result, Breisach often changed its territorial affiliation and was destroyed twice - in 1793 and 1945. Nevertheless, one can follow the traces of the turbulent town history by taking a walk on the “Münsterberg” - the historic part of Breisach.
Walking tour
Stations : 14 + 3 detours
Distance : approx. 3.5 km (without detours)
Duration : approx. 1,5 hrs (without detours)
Explore Breisach on a pleasant stroll over the “Münsterberg” at your own pace. In addition to a circular route with 14 stations in the old city, we invite you also to three detours: the Eckartsberg (point of view opposite of the Münsterberg) and the Badischer Winzerkeller (wine cellar). Also a boat trip on the Rhine is a great experience. We wish you a pleasant stay!
Trivia
- The first test election for a United Europe took place in Breisach - and this already 5 years after the end of WW2.
- In Breisach the largest producer-winery of Europe has its headquarters, the Badische Winzerkeller.
- Breisach twin city Neuf-Brisach, located just 5 kilometers above the Rhine, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008.
Interesting locations
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Tourist Information / "Sonnenplätzle" Wine Shop (? Km)
The tourist information at the market square (Marktplatz) is a starting point for your city tour. (Learn more)
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The Gutgesell Gate (? Km)
The historic gate "Gutgesellentor" is the meeting place for the Narrenzunft (the carnival association). (Learn more)
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Hagenbach Tower (? Km)
The "Hagenbach" tower was once a civil prison. (Learn more)
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Church St. Stephan (? Km)
The symbol of Breisach is visible from afar. (Learn more)
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The town hall and the scpulture (? Km)
The arms on the town hall document the eventful town history. (Learn more)
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The Red Cup (? Km)
The house was, inter alia, Seat of the Supreme Court of Alsace. (Learn more)
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Franciscan Monastery (? Km)
Enjoy a magnificent view of the Kaiserstuhl wine region. (Learn more)
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Treadle wheel well tower (? Km)
Since 1983, the tower serves as a concert and exhibition space. (Learn more)
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House of the Stars (? Km)
The house was one of the most beautiful secular buildings of the city. (Learn more)
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Tulla Tower (? Km)
The central monument to J. G. Tulla and an the stage for open air theater. (Learn more)
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The Rhine Gate (? Km)
The museum offers an overview of nearly 4,000 years of town history. (Learn more)
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Synagogue square (? Km)
The 1998 redesigned memorial commemorates the former Synagogue. (Learn more)
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The Blue House (? Km)
Meeting and documentation center on Jewish history. (Learn more)
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Geldermann Winery (? Km)
Experience the history of the sparkling-wine cellar Geldermann during a guided tour. (Learn more)
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Eckartsberg (? Km)
Detour: A walk through the vineyards will reward you with a great panoramic view. (Learn more)
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Badischer Winzerkeller (? Km)
Detour: The “Badischer Winzerkeller” is the home of the largest barrel cellar in Europe. (Learn more)
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Boat trip on the Rhine (? Km)
Detour: Enjoy the view from the Rhine to the “Münsterberg”. (Learn more)