Breisach am Rhein

Map: Location of Breisach

Information in brief

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

Description

Breisach is located directly on the Rhine, what means near the border to France. The distinctive landmark of the town is the cathedral of St. Stephansmünster. Built on a hill called the Münsterberg, it overlooks the Rhine valley and the houses of the town.

Further information - links

• Breisach excursion boats (in German)
• City of Breisach official website (in German)

Photo: The excursion boats landing place on the Rhine

Photo: The St. Stephansmünster