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Just 25 km from Freiburg lies Breisach am Rhein, a true gem of the Breisgau region. This charming little town can look back on over 1,650 years of history and stories. Despite suffering severe destruction during the French Revolutionary Wars and World War II, wonderful reminders of Breisach’s long history have survived. On the Breisach am Rhein audio guide, we’ll explore the Lower Town and the Münsterberg with you and introduce you to the local sights.

Now you have the opportunity to enjoy this city tour at any time with the audio guide for just €5.99. Scan the QR code or tap the download links on this page, and once you’ve installed the Future History app, you’re ready to go. It’s convenient, at your own pace, and without having to join a large group. You decide when you want to start the city tour and when you want to take breaks. You can listen to or read about particularly interesting stops as many times as you like.

Breisach am Rhein Audio Guide

Even though Breisach am Rhein seems quiet and tranquil today, there have been few peaceful periods in its history. Its location on a rocky plateau, right on the banks of the Rhine—a spot the Romans already valued for strategic reasons—has shaped the history of this small town in many ways: at times, the residents battled the Rhine’s floods; at other times, Breisach am Rhein was tossed back and forth like a pawn in the power struggle between Germany and France. Even today, traces of this turbulent past can be found everywhere in Breisach am Rhein. On our Breisach city walking tour, you’ll experience the highlights of the town’s history and learn the answers to burning questions, such as what the bull on Münsterplatz is all about and how Breisach came to have Gervasius and Protasius as its patron saints. Our guided tour of Breisach am Rhein takes you through the former fishermen’s quarter in the lower town up to the Münsterberg, where the town’s historic center is located. The Radbrunnenturm, dating from the late 12th century and housing a 41-meter-deep well shaft, still stands as a testament to the ingenuity of the mountain dwellers. Towering proudly above all the buildings, the cathedral rises toward the sky with its two distinct spires. This church, which nearly fell victim to the wrecking ball after the destruction of World War II, is Breisach’s landmark and, of course, a must-see on any guided tour of Breisach am Rhein. Breisach has plenty of fascinating and entertaining history to offer, which we’d love to share with you on our digital city tour of Breisach am Rhein!

Author: Susanne Brall
Narrator: Kathleen Iselt
Photos: © Breisach Touristik

Starting Point

Marketplatz, Breisach (Google Maps)

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Breisach Digital City Tour
(Future History App)

What to Expect

Breisach Audio Guide: Discover more than 1,653 years of history across 22 stops. We recommend starting your tour at the market square:

MarketplaceAt the market square, you’ll learn all about the fascinating history of our little town. What is now the town center was already used as a market square as early as the 14th century. At this stop, you’ll also discover the remarkable history of the Spitalkirche and one of the town’s most beloved figures, Pantaleo Rosmann, who was once the pastor in Breisach.
GutgesellentorAfter passing through the Gutgesellentor, which was once part of the city’s fortifications, you’ll begin your ascent to Münsterplatz. On your way up, you’ll pass the Hagenbachturm.
MünsterplatzFrom Münsterplatz, you can not only enjoy the view of the surrounding areas, such as Alsace and the Breisgau Kaiserstuhl, but you’ll also find yourself in the heart of Breisach. Once the site of the Roman fortress “Mons Brisiacus,” it is now home to the Breisach Cathedral and City Hall.
Upper TownUntil the 18th century, the Upper Town was the heart of Breisach. Enjoy the Franciscan monastery garden and the Radbrunnenturm, a tower built over a well that was crucial for supplying water to the residents of the hill.
Back to the RhineDescend the hill through the Kapftor to the Rheintor. The Rheintor is also home to the city museum. The Fischerhalde was once located on the banks of the Rhine and is a testament to the river’s importance and the fishing industry of the past.
Old Jewish QuarterContinue your self-guided digital tour of Breisach’s old Jewish quarter before concluding your visit to Breisach at St. Joseph’s Church and the old cemetery, not far from the market square.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How soon after payment can I start using my digital tour?

You can download and use your digital city tour immediately after payment.

Is there an expiration date for the digital tour I purchased?

No, there is no expiration date for your digital city tour

Can I use the digital tour with my family?

Of course, a digital city tour is more fun when you’re with a group or your family. But each person has to download the digital city tour for themselves.

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