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Why you're safe with the holiday experts

DERTOUR is part of the DERTOUR GmbH group of Frankfurt - one of the world's leading tour operators . We also hold our own ATOL and are members of ABTA.

We've been creating perfect tailor-made holidays to the heart of Europe for 50 years. A lot has changed in that time, but one thing that has always remained the same is our total focus on serving you in the very best way that we can. This includes ensuring your satisfaction and security. It's why DERTOUR is fully licenced with our own ATOL and is also adheres to all the rules and principles of ABTA.

ATOL is a financial protection scheme for holidaymakers travelling on an air inclusive holiday, which is managed by the Civil Aviation Authority. This protects you from losing your money or from being stranded overseas in the very unlikely event that DERTOUR should go out of business. Our Air Travel Organiser's Licence (ATOL) number is ATOL 1839.

When you buy an ATOL protected air inclusive holiday* from us, you will receive a confirmation invoice from us (or via our authorised agent through which you booked) confirming your arrangements and your protection under our ATOL.

* The air inclusive holidays we arrange are ATOL protected providing either the person who pays for the booking is present in the UK when the booking is made or the first leg of any flight or flights we arrange for you commences in the UK. For further information, visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk

ABTA was created in 1950 by 22 leading travel companies. It now represents over 5,000 travel agencies and more than 900 tour operators, right across the British Isles. ABTA helps to maintain the highest standards of trading practice for the travel industry and its customers. The ABTA logo is a sign that you can expect choice, value and high levels of service from DERTOUR.

DERTOUR is also fully committed to always try to provide an alternative holiday or route in times of disruption that is out of our control, such as in the event of volcanic ash, disruption to air travel due to heavy snowfall or an airline strike grounding aircraft.

If you have any questions about our ABTA membership or the financial protection provided under our ATOL, please don't hesitate to call us on 020 7290 1104.

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Freiburg is a city rich in medieval history, art and culture The sunniest city in Germany is on the edge of the Black Forest

City Breaks » Freiburg City Breaks

Freiburg city breaks offer a unique experience to those looking to get back in touch with nature. Freiburg is a lively university city, located at the Southern end of the Black Forest, close to the Swiss and French border. As Germany's Green City; Freiburg could possibly be one of the most eco-friendly cities in the world. Visitors may be forgiven for not noticing the car free streets and eco housing amongst the buzzing streets full of market traders and locals looking to grab a deal.

Freiburg's townscape is dominated by its magnificent Münster Cathedral on the bustling market square which is transformed into a festive display for the annual Freiburg Christmas Market. As you stroll through the town, be sure to look down at the pavement for the cheerful mosaics often found in front of the shops. Along with Freiburg our Strasbourg City Breaks offer many opportunities to venture into the surrounding National Parks and are popular with visitors who enjoy exploring Germany's spectacular scenic sights. The little rivers (Bächle) running parallel to many footpaths as well as the dynamic cultural scene and an excellent range of restaurants and bars further add to the charm of this beautiful city.

Freiburg City Break

Located at the centre of The Black Forest at the South Western tip of Germany, Freiburg is a quintessential German city that over the years has attracted many visitors without losing its cultural roots. A Freiburg city break is the for those looking to visit the Black Forest to take a stroll along the various nature walks and up the rocky pathways towards the picturesque peaks, through the romantic Wutach gorge.

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The historical town centre of Freiburg is the heart of this city. The area is traffic-free and has many department stores, specialist shops, fashion boutiques, bookstores, art and antique stores, and a variety of other shops.

The market is a vital part to life in Freiburg. A market is held every weekday on Münsterplatz, the square around the minster, which sells fresh flowers, meats, cheeses, fruits, vegetables and there are also the famous sausage vendors. Baden wine, Black Forest Kirsch schnapps and Black Forest ham are also sold at the market. On the Rotteckring, the market and the stalls sell North African and Indian goods.

Restaurants and taverns

There are many restaurants in Freiburg which offer a great dining experience. The majority of the food served is based on seasonal specialties made with fresh ingredients from the Black Forest region. Freiburg also hosts two annual wine festivals.

For traditional cuisine, try the popular Oberkirchs Weinstuben which has an rustic feel created by the historic wood-beams which decorate the interior.

Heiliggeiststüble is a cheaper alternative which is run by friendly staff. The restaurant-café offers good food at reasonable prices. At the Gasthaus zum Kranz and the Hotel-Restaurant Löwen in the Altstadt, traditional German food is again available at more reasonable prices.

Dining at the Dattler offers an impressive view. Located at the top on the Schlossberg this restaurant is well established in the community, being over 125 years old.

Street food

The Münsterplatz is filled with food vendors which sell the Freiburg speciality of a Bratwurst with cooked onions. For those with more of a sweet tooth, there are also vendors which sell crepes or waffles, and fresh fruit can be bought from a stall in the Münstermarkt.

Freiburg hosts the longest cable car run in Germany, which is 3.6km, or about 2.25 miles (3.62 km) long runs from Günterstal up to a nearby mountain called Schauinsland.

The Augustinerplatz is one of the central squares in the old city. It used to be an Augustine monastery and then became the Augustinermuseum in 1921. Now it is a popular social space for Freiburg's younger residents, where there are numerous restaurants and bars, including the local brewery 'Feierling', which has a beer garden. On warm summer nights, hundreds of students gather here.

At the centre of the old city is the largest square in Freiburg; the Münsterplatz or Cathedral. This is the site where Freiburg's Münster, a gothic Minster built between 1200 and 1530 stands. It's imposing spire towers over the city of Freiburg.

On the south side of Freiburg's Münsterplatz is the Historisches Kaufhaus, or Historical Merchants Hall. It was constructed between 1520 and 1530 and was once the centre of the financial life of the region. Its beautiful façade, decorated with statues and the coat of arms of four Habsburg emperors, makes the Historisches Kaufhaus well worth a visit.

For your perfect tailor-made holiday, please call our expert travel team on:

0203 131 0527

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