Zum Roten Baeren - Freiburg im Breisgau

3-star historic guesthouse in Freiburg Old Town, Germany's oldest hotel since 1120

History & Character

Gasthaus zum Roten Baeren has operated continuously since 1120, making it the oldest guesthouse in Germany. Guests can visit the basement to see the early foundations of the building. The hotel maintains its historic character while offering modern bathrooms and comfortable beds.

Rooms

Zum Roten Baeren Freiburg im Breisgau offers diverse room types, including Standard, Comfort, Deluxe, and Suite categories. Many rooms feature balconies, and some have views of the flowered courtyard. The Comfort Double Room comes with a Black Forest theme and spacious bathrooms with Grohe plumbing.

Location

The hotel sits in a pedestrian-only area between the Schwabentor and Freiburg Cathedral. Guests are a short walk from the historical marketplace and Martinstor. Discounted parking is available 300 meters away, and tram line 1 stops at Oberlinden just 30 meters from the door.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves fresh, seasonal local produce and offers extensive local wine selections. Breakfast is a generous buffet with cold cuts, cheeses, scrambled eggs, and gourmet coffee. Note that the restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, but numerous eateries are nearby.

Wellness & Services

An in-house sauna is available for guest relaxation after a day of hiking or cycling. The hotel provides express check-in/check-out and luggage storage. Guests also have access to meeting and banquet facilities for business events.

• History: Germany's oldest guesthouse, operating since 1120
• Location: Pedestrian-only Old Town, steps from Freiburg Cathedral
• Rooms: Deluxe, Comfort, and Suite options with balconies or courtyard views
• Dining: Restaurant with local produce and extensive wine list
• Wellness: In-house sauna for relaxation
• Family: Kids' meals and spacious family rooms available