Breisach

Breisach is a German town in Baden-Württemberg on the western Rhine bank, with buildings rising in terraces along a basalt hill. Streets climb steeply toward the cathedral at the summit, while harbor facilities and riverside promenades stretch along the waterfront below.

The settlement began as a Celtic princely seat and was later developed by the Romans into a fortified outpost. During the Thirty Years' War it changed hands repeatedly and faced heavy fighting before permanently joining Baden.

Local life revolves around wine production, with tastings held regularly in the cellars where visitors can sample regional grape varieties. The market square becomes a meeting point for residents and travelers during seasonal festivals that follow the rhythm of the harvest.

Cycling routes connect the place to the Black Forest, Alsace and Freiburg, allowing trips in several directions. The old center is walkable, though the climb to the cathedral requires some effort.

Medieval cellars beneath the settlement stretch across several levels and now serve as storage for large wine stocks. Visitors can explore parts of the vaulted chambers and experience the cool air underground.

Location: Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald

Location: Breisach am Rhein VVG

Elevation above the sea: 191 m

Shares border with: Vogtsburg im Kaiserstuhl, Ihringen

Address: 79206 Breisach, Germany

Website: https://breisach.de

GPS coordinates: 48.02914,7.58061

Latest update: December 13, 2025 19:18