Bertoldsbrunnen — Attraction in Freiburg im Breisgau

This statue in the city center is named after Bertold the III who founded Freiburg as a free city in 1120. His nephew Bertold V started the Freiburger Münster (cathedral) and was elected emperor of the Holy Roman Empire. However, he declined in order more effectively to continue the Zähringen tradition of protecting the autonomy of communities and cities in their realm, which included Alsace (now a part of France) much of the Black Forest, and large portions of Switzerland. The Zähringers founded Bern in Switzerland and repeatedly protected the freedom of the people against power grabs. They founded numerous free cities including Fribourg, Switzerland. The first wall of Freiburg from its founding is still visible in Augustiner Platz. Their original family castle is modest and sits above the town of Zähringen. Their legacy is impressive given the age in...

The Grill Rust offers a great experience alongside the likes of Europa Park & Rulantica in Rust.

Meat was cooked to perfection and the platter — which you see in the picture — served two people as suggested. This has all three meats — lamb, beef, and chicken. Recommended you try it! I saw some folks enjoying the burgers and they looked truly delicious too. Salad’s top-notch too! 🔥

Service is OK. It was bustling so I imagine on a busy day post all the Rulantica fun, the families hop over but still, fairly quick and mannered people. I appreciate that :)

Right beside Rulantica (more or less), you can use the buses to get there from the park or it’s a few minute’s ride to/from the parks or hotels.

PS: meat’s completely Halal as suggested by other customers and the waiters so enjoy! Yes, the...

I’ve been living in Freiburg for over a year now, and Bertoldsbrunnen really feels like the center of it all. It’s where four busy streets meet, with a statue standing in the middle. The place is always full of life—trams passing by, people cycling, walking, or just sitting and enjoying a coffee or snack. One of the best things about this spot is the view of the Münster in the background. It adds a special charm to the already...