Breisach am Rhein

Map: Location of Breisach

Key Facts

• Location: 25 km west of Freiburg, A 5 exit at Bad Krozingen (No. 64a)
• 190-225 m above sea level
• 16,000 inhabitants
• Districts: Hochstetten, Grezhausen, Gündlingen, Niederrimsingen, Oberrimsingen

Description

Breisach is situated directly on the Rhine, nestled between the Black Forest, the Kaiserstuhl, and Alsace, and ranks among the region's oldest towns. The town's landmark is St. Stephen's Minster—visible from afar—standing atop the Münsterberg and offering magnificent views across the Rhine Plain all the way to the Vosges Mountains.

Its historic old town, proximity to the wine regions of France and the Kaiserstuhl, and numerous excursion options make Breisach a popular destination for cultural, culinary, and nature-focused holidays.

Photo: The excursion boats landing place on the Rhine

Photo: The St. Stephansmünster