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Heidelberg Castle

Heidelberg University

Heidelberg Zoo

Königstuhl Lookout

Philosophenweg (Philosophers' Walk)

Studentenkarzer

Old Town (Altstadt)

Kurpfälzisches Museum

Old Bridge (Alte Brücke)

Carl Bosch Museum

About Heidelberg + image

Heidelberg, a town on the Neckar River in southwestern Germany, is known for its historical charm and vibrant cultural scene. Here are some things that make Heidelberg interesting:

Heidelberg Castle: The city's most famous landmark, Heidelberg Castle, is a mix of styles from Gothic to Renaissance. Partially in ruins, the castle is perched on a hill and offers stunning views of the city and the Neckar River.

Heidelberg University: Founded in 1386, it is the oldest university in Germany and one of the oldest in the world. It's known for its beautiful architecture and significant contributions to education and research.

Old Town (Altstadt): Heidelberg's Altstadt is a well-preserved old town with narrow, winding streets, old houses, and squares. It's an excellent place to stroll and explore various shops, cafes, and historic buildings.

Philosophenweg (Philosophers' Walk): This is a scenic pathway on the northern banks of the Neckar River. It was historically a place where Heidelberg's philosophers and university professors would walk and talk.

Old Bridge (Alte Brücke): This is an iconic stone bridge that spans the Neckar River. It dates back to the 18th century and offers fantastic views of the castle and the old town.

Studentenkarzer: An old student prison that operated from the 14th century until 1914. It's now a museum where you can see the graffiti left by students who were detained for minor offenses.

Cultural Scene: Heidelberg has a thriving cultural scene with many festivals throughout the year. It's especially known for its Christmas market and the Heidelberger Frühling, an annual classical music festival.

Scientific History: The city is a significant site for scientific research and has been the home to numerous Nobel laureates. The Heidelberg University has made significant contributions to various fields, including physics, medicine, and chemistry.

Natural Beauty: The city's setting is incredibly picturesque, nestled in a valley and surrounded by forested hills. The Neckar River adds to the scenic beauty.

Literary Heritage: Heidelberg was a central location in the German Romantic movement, and the city has been the inspiration for poets, artists, and writers over centuries. Famous literary figures such as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Mark Twain visited and praised the city.

These are just a few highlights. If you have the chance to visit, you'll find even more layers of history and culture to explore in Heidelberg.

Arrival Upon arrival, you are met by your private driver, who transfers you to your Heidelberg hotel for the check-in. The rest of the day is at your own leisure to relax after the trip. Alternatively, you can choose one of our carefully planned optional tours.

Old Town Walking Tour &amp; Heidelberg Castle After breakfast at your hotel, meet your private guide in the lobby and enjoy a wonderful 4-hour walking old town or Altstadt tour and explore the university town of Heidelberg, with its historic and romantic appeal.The old town of Heidelberg has a typical atmosphere of the German old quarters: squares where the locals socialise, cobblestone streets with bar terraces, and of course the marketplace, or the Marktplatz.You get a chance to step inside the Studentenkarzer, the old Students' Prison, and hear interesting stories of how the students ended up here. You see the Old Bridge and admire the Church of the Holy Spirit, Heidelberg's main church.After the pleasant walk through the Old Town, you board a historic funicular to reach the top of the hill where you find Schloss Heidelberg, the Heidelberg Castle, which is considered to be one of the most important ruins in Germany. These extraordinary Renaissance ruins, that inspired Germany’s Romantics, used to be the former seat of Heidelberg’s Prince Electors. In the Castle you will also have a chance to visit the German Apothecary Museum and see the Great Tun, the biggest wine barrel in the world, that was able to hold 221,726 liters (or 58,578 gallons) of wine.After the tour, you take the funicular back down to the Old Town and return to your hotel. You have the afternoon and evening at leisure and can continue exploring Heidelberg on your own, or join one of our optional tours.

Black Forest Tour After breakfast at your hotel, meet your private driver-guide in the lobby and embark on a full-day tour of the Black Forest.Together with your driver-guide, you explore the character of the region, that was the setting for Grimm Brothers’ fairy tales. During the full day journey through the Black Forest, you see the beautiful Mummelsee lake, can opt for a hike to the Hornisgrinde, the highest point in the Northern Black Forest, try local wine of the famous Baden wine region, and visit the town of Triberg, home to the biggest cuckoo clock in the world and the biggest waterfall in Germany.After the tour, you are taken back to your hotel in Heidelberg and have the evening at leisure.

Departure Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and meet your private driver for the transfer.

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