Sichelschmiede

8.4
Excellent
(1655 reviews)

Insel 1, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany

+49 761 35037

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Hotel Description

Sichelschmiede is a charming, traditional hotel located at Insel 1, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany, nestled in the lively heart of the city. Situated just a short 4-minute walk from the iconic Freiburg Münster Cathedral, this historic property is housed in a 15th-century building that beautifully reflects the city’s medieval roots. Guests will find themselves surrounded by the dynamic atmosphere of Freiburg, known for its stunning Gothic architecture, medieval gates, vibrant beer bars, and upscale restaurants. The hotel is also just a stone’s throw from local cultural landmarks, offering an ideal base for visitors eager to explore the area. Nearby attractions include the Museum für Neue Kunst and the Museum Natur und Mensch, both within walking distance. The design of the hotel complements the city’s historic charm, featuring rustic, cozy rooms that maintain the warmth of traditional German craftsmanship.
The rooms at Sichelschmiede are designed with comfort and functionality in mind. Each room is equipped with modern amenities such as Wi-Fi, TVs, minibars, and en suite bathrooms. Some rooms even feature original wood-beam ceilings, giving them a unique, authentic feel. The hotel’s rustic restaurant serves a delicious breakfast buffet, and guests can also enjoy regional cuisine, as well as a fine selection of beer and wine. For a more relaxed experience, the hotel offers a cozy beer garden where guests can unwind and enjoy the fresh air.
Sichelschmiede is a pet-friendly property, so travelers are welcome to bring their furry companions along for the stay. The hotel’s welcoming atmosphere is further enhanced by its location, with a variety of popular restaurants, pubs, and attractions just a short stroll away.
For those relying on public transportation, the hotel is well-connected to key transit points. The nearest public transport stop is just a 4-minute walk away, and the Freiburg main train station is about 17 minutes on foot or 9 minutes by taxi. Additionally, the hotel is easily accessible from Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport, taking about 1 hour and 16 minutes by taxi.
As for health and safety, the hotel takes guest well-being seriously, providing a smoke-free environment, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness. While there is no fitness center or spa on-site, the hotel’s central location ensures that guests can easily access local recreational activities.
Guests will enjoy a range of activities and experiences in the vicinity. The Freiburg Cathedral, a magnificent Gothic structure, is just 5 minutes away, offering spectacular views of the Black Forest. Other attractions include the Augustiner Museum, Schwabentor, and Schlossberg, which is just a short 9-minute walk away.
A variety of excellent dining options surround the hotel. Notable nearby restaurants include Dorfschänke, Schützenhof, Zum Rodenstein, and Restaurant Dhillon, all within a few minutes’ walk or short taxi ride from Sichelschmiede. Whether you’re in the mood for regional German cuisine or flavorful Indian dishes, you’ll find something to satisfy your taste.
Experience the charm of Freiburg and the warm hospitality of Sichelschmiede, where comfort, tradition, and convenience come together for a memorable stay.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Walking distance to the Museum für Neue Kunst and Museum Natur und Mensch

2. 4-minute walk to nearest public transit

3. Guests mentioned 'Schäufele' 13 times

4. Guests liked the breakfast

5. Guests praised the bar

6. Pet-friendly property allowing pets with guests

7. Rustic restaurant serving regional cuisine and local beer

8. Cozy beer garden for outdoor relaxation

9. Located in a historic 15th-century building

10. Short walk to Freiburg Münster Cathedral and other major attractions


10 Exceptional

Location rating

Top sights

Freiburg Cathedral
5 min
Augustiner Museum
3 min
Schwabentor
3 min
Münsterplatz
5 min
Schlossberg
9 min
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Good to know

Check-in11:00
Location rating10
Nearest airportKarlsruhe / Baden-Baden Airport
Travel time to airport1 hr 16 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Fri, Nov 29
Check-out: Sat, Nov 30
    Booking.com

    $119

    Bluepillow.com

    $119

    Agoda

    $119


Location

Insel 1, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany

Airports:

Karlsruhe / Baden-Baden Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 16 min

Transit: 2 hr 11 min

Transit:

Freiburg im Breisgau, Holzmarkt

Walking: 6 min

Freiburg, Schwabentorbrücke

Walking: 5 min

Freiburg (Breisgau) Hbf

Taxi: 9 min

Walking: 17 min

Schwabentorbrücke, Freiburg im Breisgau

Walking: 5 min

Oberlinden, Freiburg im Breisgau

Walking: 4 min


Nearby locations

10

Exceptional Location

Altstadt

Lively area known for Freiburg Münster cathedral, medieval gates, beer bars & upscale restaurants.

Top Attractions


Amenities and Facilities

Pets

Pet-friendly

Food & drink

Restaurant

Breakfast

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

No hot tub

Rooms

No air conditioning


Reviews

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6.4

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xhelan sylve

5/5
Visiting from the US and what an experience! We happened to stumble across this place after being turned down by two other restaurants—no reservations—and we were greeted like family. You could taste the ounces of love in every bite. This was one of my all time favorite dining experiences. If you’re looking for a quality meal and stellar service, don’t walk here. Run!

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Corbin Grimes

5/5
I ate here last night with my friend and it was incredible. The traditional German cuisine was something I wasn’t prepared to enjoy nearly as much as I did. I can’t wait to come back and eat here again. 10/10

Service 5

Location5

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John

2/5
If it's summer the rooms are extremely hot. Biergarten service was very poor. 3 hours wait for dinner. Under staffed and slow service.Construction outside the hotel started at 7a.m.Valet ticket for parking did not work two times. Went back to discuss with staff. They gave me another ticket and I followed their instructions implicitly. Still did not work. Major inconvenience expense.Will not stay here again.

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Hanna Veits

1/5
Highly recommended if you want to be completely ignored by three waiters out of four present, not even get a drink after 30 mins of waiting, even though the place didn't seem to be busy what so ever. Fantastic location is no excuse for arrogance and poor customer treatment. Shocking experience!

Room 1

Service 1

Location1

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Ilya Averbukh

1/5
This is an restaurant review. Avoid! Just avoid. Very slow service, food is just bad. Meat was dry, not salted. Mashrooms soup not tasty. One positive thing - beer is good.

Service 1

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Teodora Lukić

5/5
The restaurant is located in the center and offers a variety of local dishes. Everything is very tasty, fresh, and the portions are large. The waiters are kind.

Service 5

Location5

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Beatriz C

1/5
Very, very, very slow. They took our meal relatively soon but we were waiting for almost one hour since we ordered our meal

Service 1

Location4

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Gökhan Yıldız

5/5
Im evaluating for restaurant . I drunk beer Radler. I recommend you this beer. Employees were very kind people .Some of them know turkish. You can hear stream water sound when you are sitting around outside area of restaurant. It was very good experience for nature lovers. Beer was 5.6 eur for 50cl

Location5

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R C

5/5
The service here was quite quick.The main dish came out literally 2 minutes after we got our salads. Not sure if it was meant as a side dish and not an appetizer though. The Käsespätzle was a little overcooked in my opinion but the Schäufle was good. The location is great and it has nice outdoor seating.

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Theodore Holloway

2/5
Service and ambiance were excellent, but food was gross.

Service 5

Location3