Freiburg's City History: See the City with New Eyes
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Discover Freiburg's History in the Augustinermuseum
On Sunday, October 25, 2026, the tour Freiburg's City History invites you on an impressive journey through the development of Freiburg. In the Augustinermuseum, paintings, graphics, and models tell the stories of the city's formative epochs and make local history vividly experienceable.
From Medieval City Center to Black Forest Metropolis
The city tour takes you through central chapters of Freiburg's past: from the medieval city center with market, cathedral, and streams to the baroque fortified town and the modern Black Forest metropolis. Historical representations and detailed models illustrate how Freiburg's urban landscape, living environment, and significance have changed over the centuries.
Architecture, Daily Life, and Cultural Heritage
Selected objects from the Augustinermuseum's collection are at the forefront. They provide immediate access to architectural history, urban development, and cultural heritage. The tour connects historical contexts with concrete images from urban everyday life and creates an informative discovery experience for Freiburg enthusiasts and curious visitors.
Meeting Point and Schedule
The one-hour tour begins at 11:00 AM and ends at 12:00 PM. The meeting point is the corridor in front of the city history exhibition area on the first floor of the Augustinermuseum. The event takes place independently of weather conditions in the museum and is accessible for wheelchairs via an elevator.
Admission and Tickets
The event ticket costs 2.50 euros. In addition, the regular museum admission of 12 euros applies, with a reduced rate of 8 euros. Tickets are available in the online shop and at the museum ticket office. Admission is free for visitors under 27 years, as well as for members of the friends' association, holders of the Freiburg pass, the family card, or the museum pass.
Conclusion: Seeing Freiburg's Past with New Eyes
This city tour connects historical visual sources, vivid models, and well-founded knowledge about Freiburg's development. Those who want to place the cathedral, streams, and the baroque fortified town into larger historical contexts will experience cultural enrichment in the Augustinermuseum. Secure your ticket and discover Freiburg's city history on a special Sunday morning.
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