Schwabentorsteg: A Bridge to Freiburg's Past
Cross the Schwabentorsteg for a scenic connection between Freiburg's Old Town and the Schlossberg, with views of the historic Schwabentor.
The Schwabentorsteg is a covered wooden bridge that provides pedestrians access between Freiburg's Old Town and the Schlossberg. Built in 1970, it spans the Schlossbergring, a busy ring road, and offers a unique vantage point of the historic Schwabentor (Swabian Gate).
A brief summary to Schwabentorsteg
- Schlossbergring, Freiburg im Breisgau, Mitte, DE
Local tips
- Take your time while crossing the bridge to enjoy the views of the Schwabentor and the surrounding area.
- Visit the Zinnfigurenklause museum inside the Schwabentor for a glimpse into the region's history through intricate tin figure displays.
- Use the Schwabentorsteg as a starting point for exploring the Schlossberg, with its hiking trails and panoramic viewpoints.
Getting There
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Walking
From Freiburg's city center (Bertoldsbrunnen), walk east along Kaiser-Joseph-Strasse, the main pedestrian street. Continue onto Oberlinden, passing the Martinstor (another historic city gate). The Schwabentor and Schwabentorsteg will be visible on your right, approximately a 5-10 minute walk. No cost.
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Public Transport
From Freiburg Hauptbahnhof (main train station), take tram line 1 towards Littenweiler. Get off at the 'Schwabentor' stop, which passes directly through the gate. The Schwabentorsteg is adjacent to the tram stop. A single ticket within Freiburg (Tarifzone 1) costs approximately €2.50.
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Parking
If driving, the closest parking garage is Schwabentorgarage on Leo-Wohleb-Strasse. From there, it's a short walk to the Schwabentor and the Schwabentorsteg. Parking rates at Schwabentorgarage range from €2.20-€2.70 per hour, with a maximum daily rate of €18-€30.
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