Freising

Freising is a town in Bavaria, Germany, and the capital of the district of Freising. It lies on the Isar River, about 35 kilometers northeast of Munich, and is one of the oldest settlements in the region, with a long history as a religious and cultural center.

The town's significance dates to the early Middle Ages when the Diocese of Freising was established in the 8th century by Saint Corbinian. The bishopric helped shape the region's development, and Freising grew as a center of learning and worship. Its historic core preserves medieval and Baroque architecture, reflecting centuries of civic and religious life.

Freising is known for the Freising Cathedral, also called Dom St. Peter und Paul, which dominates the skyline. Nearby is the Weihenstephan Abbey, founded in 725, which became a major center of learning and agriculture. The associated Weihenstephan Brewery is widely cited as the oldest continuously operating brewery in the world, with documentary records dating back to 1040.

In education and economy, Freising hosts a campus of Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf (HSWT), specializing in life sciences, agriculture, and food technology. The local economy traditionally centers on brewing, agriculture, and related industries, while tourism highlights the historic town center and the monastery complex.

Freising is connected by rail to Munich and Regensburg and lies close to Munich Airport, contributing to its accessibility for residents and visitors alike. The city also maintains cultural institutions, historic festivals, and a preserved urban layout that reflects its heritage as an early Bavarian ecclesiastical center.