Bismarck Tower, Freiburg

Name: Bismarck Tower
Address: Freiburg, Germany

#96 among attractions in Freiburg

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The Bismarck tower in Freiburg im Breisgau belongs to a series of towers that were built in honor of Otto von Bismarck, the first German chancellor. It is located on the Schlossberg. It is 12.6 m tall and has a square base. The top of the tower can only be reached by climbing a ladder. Because of this it can not be used as an oberservation deck. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 47°59'39"N, 7°51'33"E

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Mitte (Neuburg)Freiburg Germany

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Bismarck Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kaiser-Joseph-Straße, Freiburg Minster, Historisches Kaufhaus, Augustinermuseum.

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Historisches Kaufhaus, Freiburg
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~1630 ftW
Art museum in a former monastery church
Augustinermuseum, Freiburg
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Cemetery
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Park
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Schwabentor, Freiburg
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Zinnfigurenklause, Freiburg
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Schlossbergturm, Freiburg
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bismarck Tower?

Nearby attractions include Schlossberg, Freiburg (1 min walk), Freiburg Castle, Freiburg (2 min walk), Schlossbergturm, Freiburg (4 min walk), Schlossbergbahn, Freiburg (5 min walk).

How to get to Bismarck Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bismarck Tower:

Train

Bergstation Schlossbergbahn (4 min walk)
Talstation Schlossbergbahn (6 min walk)

Tram

Oberlinden • Lines: 1, 7 (7 min walk)
Schwabentorbrücke • Lines: 1, 7 (9 min walk)

Bus

Fabrikstraße • Lines: 17 Svk (8 min walk)
Stadtgarten • Lines: 27 (8 min walk)