Freiberg is a City in the federal state of Saxony, located about 60 km south of Dresden and has about 32,000 inhabitants. Freiberg is known for its historic old town and its connection to mining.

Some of the most important sights in Freiberg are:

The old town: A historic center with many well-preserved Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque buildings.

St. Afra Cathedral: A Gothic church from the 14th century, considered one of the most important architectural monuments in the region.

Mining Museum: The museum documents the history of mining in the region and shows the development of technology and its impact on society.

Freiberger Markt: Historic market square in the heart of the old town, surrounded by magnificent buildings and cafés.

The TU Bergakademie Freiberg: one of the oldest technical universities in Germany with a focus on mining, metallurgy and materials science.

Freiberg has a lively cultural scene with many theaters, concert halls and museums. The City has numerous parks and green spaces as well as a rich gastronomic offer. Freiberg is known for its music schools and music clubs.