Basler Hof

Basler Hof is a Renaissance palace in Freiburg's old town, distinguished by its ornamental entrance portal and spacious courtyards. The three-story complex with several wings stands as one of the largest noble courts on Kaiser-Joseph-Straße and now houses administrative offices.

Court chancellor Konrad Stürzel built this prince-bishop's palace between 1494 and 1496 by merging seven adjacent plots of land. Following its foundation, the building underwent several changes in use and has served as the seat of Freiburg's district administration since 1952.

The building is closely tied to Fasnet celebrations, the colorful carnival festivities that Freiburg residents hold each year in the old town. This festival culture runs deep in the structure and across the city, shaping community life to this day.

The building is located in the heart of Freiburg's old town and is easily accessible via Kaiser-Joseph-Straße. Since the interior functions as an administrative building, visiting the inside is not possible, but the facade and entrance gate can be admired from the street.

King Louis XIV spent a night here in 1681 while inspecting Freiburg's fortifications alongside French military engineer Vauban. This royal visit is a rare example of the building's political significance beyond the local level.