Colombi Palace: A Gothic Tudor Gem in Freiburg
Explore millennia of history in a neo-Gothic palace and English garden at Freiburg's Colombi Palace Archaeological Museum.
The Colombi Palace, also known as Colombischlössle, is a striking manor house in Freiburg im Breisgau, built in the English Gothic Tudor style in the mid-19th century. Today, it houses the Archaeological Museum, showcasing the region's history from the Stone Age to the Middle Ages. Surrounded by Colombi Park, it's a tranquil escape near the city center.
A brief summary to Colombi Palace
- Rotteckring 5, Freiburg im Breisgau, Mitte, 79098, DE
Local tips
- Take a stroll through Colombi Park, surrounding the palace, to enjoy a relaxing break from the city bustle.
- Visit the Archaeological Museum inside the Colombi Palace to discover the region's history from the Stone Age to the Middle Ages.
- Explore the vineyard trail in Colombi Park to learn about different grape varieties.
Getting There
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Walking
The Colombi Palace is located in the city center and is easily accessible by foot from most central locations. From the Freiburg Minster, walk southwest along Kaiser-Joseph-Straße, then turn left onto Rotteckring. The Colombi Palace will be on your right, next to Colombi Park. The walk is approximately 10-15 minutes. No cost is involved.
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Public Transport
Freiburg has an excellent tram and bus system. Take tram line 1, 3, or 5 to the 'Stadttheater' stop, which is directly across the street from Colombi Park and the Colombi Palace. A single ticket within Zone A (Freiburg city area) costs €2.50.
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Taxi
Taxis are available throughout Freiburg. A taxi ride from the Freiburg Hauptbahnhof (main train station) to the Colombi Palace takes approximately 5-10 minutes, depending on traffic. The estimated cost is €11-19. There are no reliable taxi ranks in town where you can wait for a cab without booking / calling first.
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