Breisach is a gateway to the fabled Black Forest region, built on a basalt rock outcropping in the Rhine plain. It is located in one of the warmest parts of Germany, across the river from French Alsace, famous for its wine growing. But Breisach, too, can boast about its wine: it is home to Europe’s largest cellars, with a storage capacity of more than 160 million liters. The most prominent landmark of Breisach is the Romanesque-Gothic St. Stephen’s Cathedral, built between the 12th and 13th centuries. Its two towers are visible from throughout the city and from the Rhine.
Shore Excursions
Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change.
The Black Forest
Admire the dense, lofty fir forests of Germany’s Schwarzwald, the fabled Black Forest.
Medieval Village of Colmar
Stroll the charming medieval lanes and squares of Colmar and explore its “Little Venice” quarter.
The Colmar Pocket in World War II: Museum & Memorial
Visit the Colmar Pocket, where Allied forces pushed back Nazi troops during the brutal winter of 1944–1945.
Into the Black Forest by E-Bike
Venture through the villages, through rolling fields and along the woodland trails of the Black Forest on a cycle tour.
