Freiburg im Breisgau: Germany's Sunny Soul

Freiburg is known as the sunniest city in Germany, and for good reason. Nestled between the Black Forest and the Kaiserstuhl wine region in the Upper Rhine Plain, the city enjoys an exceptionally warm and sunny climate. Summers are hot and long, inspiring the people of Freiburg to spend their time outdoors, whether in the street cafés of the old town, cooling their feet in the famous "Bächle" (small water channels), or on excursions to the surrounding vineyards.

Winters are remarkably mild, and snow is a rarity in the city center. While the peaks of the Black Forest are snow-covered, Freiburg often remains green. A special feature is the "Höllentäler," a strong down-slope wind from the Black Forest that can clear the air and provide excellent visibility. The weather in Freiburg is an essential part of the high quality of life and the relaxed, almost Mediterranean atmosphere. It's weather that invites you to smile and perfectly reflects the city's green, sustainable soul.