Summit experiences on the Schauinsland

The Schauinsland towers over 1200 m above Freiburg im Breisgau. The best way to reach the city's local mountain is via the Schauinsland cable car. Since 1930, it has been the world's first circulating cable car. The historic cable car takes you high up: within 20 minutes you cover a distance of 3.6 km and reach the summit. To make sure you don't miss out on this experience, our #HotelHeroes will give you a 3-day VAG Welcome Ticket including the Schauinsland cable car. If you want to find out more about the history and surroundings, there is an audio tour for all explorers. Once at the top, you can see why the Schauinsland is such a popular excursion destination. The unforgettable view extends from the Rhine plain, across the vineyards of Tuniberg to the Kaiserstuhl and the Vosges mountains. You can even see the Feldberg and the beautiful Black Forest.

Equipped with a packed lunch and a hiking map, you can explore the recreational area and its various leisure activities. Sports enthusiasts, in particular, have a wide choice in addition to long walks and hikes - from biking, Nordic walking and paragliding to winter sports. For those who prefer things a little quieter, the museum mine and the farmer's museum have opened their doors.

Back in Freiburg, you can use the city map we have provided to explore the beautiful city center, which has been rebuilt and is criss-crossed by small streams. Stroll through the medieval alleyways and treat yourself to a break in a sweet café.