The city of Freiburg is a historical centre of excellence for medical education and research. Freiburg is a top ranking city in the German lifestyle index. © Istockphoto

The Gelenk-Klinik is located in the heart of Western Europe, where Germany, France and Switzerland meet. Our patients benefit from being in an environment which is perfect not only for treatment and recuperation, but also for leisure and tourism.

Freiburg is home to Freiburg University, one of the most important centres of medical training in Germany. The city is the capital of Germany’s famous “Schwarzwald” or Black Forest. An area rich in nature, culture and tradition. Freiburg is easily accessible from Zurich, Basel and Frankfurt airports.

Gelenk Klinik in Freiburg is accessible from the airports in Frankfurt, Zurich or Basel.

You may also travel to Freiburg by train.train.

If you would prefer an airport transfer, please check the Airport Shuttle Service on www.freiburger-airport-service.de. Visit their booking form or call +49-761-47 47 47 to reach an operator.

Gelenk Klinik can also arrange a limousine to pick you up from and send you back to the airport. Please always have your flight number and flight data available to facilitate the processing of your request.

Colombi Hotel Freiburg is the most sophisticated place to stay in Freiburg

The City of Freiburg offers a wide range of hotels and appartments with kitchenettes to suit all requirements and tastes. From lower priced hotels, to some of the most sophisticated venues in Europe, Health Tourists have a wide choice of accommodation to meet their needs. The Gelenk Klinik team will help you with your selection and reservations. We help our outpatients, as well as the family members of inpatients to find appropriate accommodation close to the clinic.

Citizens of many countries can travel Germany without applying for visa. Plesase check the website of your countries German embassy if you are in need of information.

The visa most easily obtained for those requiring medical treatment in Germany is a Schengen tourist visa or a type C visa for medical treatment.

Each applicant will be required to complete an application form (including children). For people who are undergoing medical treatment or need medical advice, please do not hesitate to contact the clinic for support in all matters relating to your visa application.

Please note that if you do require assistance with your visa application, it is helpful for us to receive a copy of your passport (by e-mail) in advance.