Trams in Freiburg im Breisgau

The tram system in Freiburg im Breisgau covers roughly 28 kilometers with five lines connecting major neighborhoods, universities, and business districts throughout the city. About 61 vehicles operate daily, moving more than 200,000 passengers, many transferring through the main train station.

The first tram line opened in 1901, connecting Littenweiler to Bertoldsbrunnen as the start of electric public transport in the city. The network has expanded gradually since then and now shapes how the city moves.

The trams serve as gathering places for students, workers, and residents, revealing how people move through the city in their daily routines. You see all ages traveling together toward universities, offices, and shopping areas.

The trams stop within walking or cycling distance in most neighborhoods and connect directly to museums, parks, and universities throughout the city. Stops are clearly marked, and service is regular enough that you rarely wait long.

Beyond the city lines, there are special tram-train connections that extend far beyond the city limits into surrounding towns. These hybrid services blend urban and regional travel in a way few places can match.

Location: Freiburg im Breisgau

Inception: 1901

Official opening: October 14, 1901

Part of: Regio-Verkehrsverbund Freiburg

Website: https://vag-freiburg.de

GPS coordinates: 47.99500,7.84972

Latest update: December 20, 2025 02:59