Stadtarchiv

The Stadtarchiv is a collection facility holding thousands of documents, maps, and photographs related to Freiburg's history. The materials span many centuries and cover different aspects of the city's past, organized for research access.

The archive holds records spanning about nine centuries, with city council minutes dating back to the 14th century. These documents trace the development of the city from medieval times onward.

Research facilities within the Stadtarchiv include a specialized library of 75,000 items focused on regional history and urban development studies.

The archive is generally open on weekdays, though it is advisable to contact ahead to arrange a visit. Most research requires advance planning to locate and retrieve the materials you need.

The collection maintains 484 land registers from the 14th century onward and 700 volumes of council minutes documenting centuries of municipal decisions.

Location: Freiburg im Breisgau

Address: Grünwälderstraße 15, 79098 Freiburg/Breisgau

Website: https://freiburg.de/stadtarchiv

GPS coordinates: 47.99433,7.85088

Latest update: December 14, 2025 15:02