Hotel Rappen occupies a traditional building directly on Münsterplatz, the square at the centre of Freiburg's old town. You wake up with the Münster outside the window, and the market stalls set up just below. It is a modest, characterful hotel rather than a luxury one, and it is popular with visitors who want the heart of the city at a fair price.
Location is everything here. The Münster, the Kaufhaus, the market and the lanes of the old town are on the doorstep, and the main railway station is a walk away across the old town. That means you can leave the car behind and use trains for day trips to Titisee, Triberg and Baden-Baden. Restaurants and wine bars are within a few minutes. Expect some noise from the square, especially on market mornings and at weekends, so ask for a courtyard-facing room if you are a light sleeper.
Rooms are simple and comfortable, with a range of sizes, and some have a cathedral view, which is the room to request if the Münster is why you came. Breakfast is part of the stay for many bookings and sets you up for a day of walking. The building is old, so features such as room size, stairs and lifts vary; check with the hotel if mobility is a concern. Rates sit in the middle of the Freiburg range and rise for fairs and the Christmas market period.
Good to know
Münsterplatz is pedestrianised, so check arrival and parking arrangements before you drive in, as public car parks are nearby. Book early for December, when the Christmas market fills the lanes. The hotel suits couples, solo travellers and anyone who values location above amenities. If you want a pool, spa or a large lobby, choose a different hotel.
Why stay here
- ✓On Münsterplatz
- ✓Steps from the market
- ✓Cathedral-view rooms
- ✓Breakfast available
- ✓Walk to the old town gates
- ✓Short walk to the station
- ✓Historic building
- ✓Restaurants nearby
Good questions
Is Hotel Rappen really on Münsterplatz?+
Yes, it faces the square and the cathedral, so the market and the old town are on the doorstep. Ask for a cathedral-view room when booking.
Is the hotel noisy?+
The square is lively on market mornings and weekends, so light sleepers should ask for a quieter room. Check room options at booking.
Can I park near the hotel?+
The square is pedestrianised, so check access and nearby car parks with the hotel. Many guests arrive by train instead.
