This was the first stop of our Viking Rhine River cruise. Unseasonably warm on May 19, 2024 with…read moretemperatures in the high 70s.
Breisach is located on the Rhine River, with docking area for the innumerable river cruise ships sailing on the river, right next to the center of the city.
Imposing St. Stephansmunster church overlooking the city, surrounded by fortress walls.
Steep climb from the docks on the Rhine up to the top of the hill where the church was located. Had to go through a series of cobblestone streets zig zagging alongside the remnants of a fortress wall surrounding the church on all sides.
At the top of the fortress, we could see the Rhine River below, and in a distance a second fortress tower guarding the city. 360 degree view from the heights of the fortress walls surrounding the church. Great views of the town's architecture, rebuilt after heavy damage in WW2.
The church is open to the public. It is dark but nice and cool on a hot May afternoon. Very few stained glasses inside. Doesn't compare in size and stature to the world-famous iconic Cologne Cathedral, 300 kilometers up the Rhine.
Wife was about to take pictures, but I pointed out the signs saying no picture taking. Tourists obeyed the signs asking you to remove your hats, but ignored signs saying no picture taking.
You know this is a tourist town, as souvenir shops near the docks accept American dollars. An expensive way to get change in Euros for the innumerable tipping required on cruises.
