Heidelberg Night Watchmen Tour
4,9 (112)1h30Heidelberg, Germany
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CultureHistorical
Heidelberg guided tour with castle, old town, and Philosopher's Path
5(1 review)Heidelberg, Germany
8hDurationGerman, EnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketPickup includedPickupEasyLevel
About this experience
Join a small-group guided tour in Heidelberg that lasts for a full day. The experience includes a ride up the Königstuhl for panoramic views of the Neckar Valley, followed by a visit to Heidelberg Castle via the historic mountain railway. You'll see the world's largest fillable wine barrel and explore the German Pharmacy Museum. After a lunch break, the tour continues through the historic old town, showcasing baroque townhouses, cafes, and significant landmarks such as the Church of the Holy Spirit, the Old Bridge, and the Stables of the Armed Forces. The day concludes on the Philosopher's Trail, where you can enjoy a glass of local Palatinate wine while taking in stunning views of the city. This tour is suitable for those interested in culture and history, but may not be ideal for individuals with mobility issues due to the walking involved.
Itinerary
1
Konigstuhl
Arriving at an altitude of 568 metres, you escape the hustle and bustle of the city. The Heidelberger Hausberg offers breathtaking views over the Neckar valley, the Rhine plain and sometimes even up to the Vosges mountains in good weather.
2
Schloss Heidelberg
Heidelberg Castle, the epitome of German Romanticism, towers majestically over the city. A tour of the inner courtyard and the castle garden reveals the eventful history of the former residence of the Electors of the Palatinate.
3
German Pharmacy Museum
The German Pharmacy Museum invites you to travel through time. The exhibits offer fascinating insights into the history of medicine from antiquity to the 21st century.
4
Heidelberg Tun
The entrance to the cellar, which houses the legendary Great Barrel, is located in the Royal Hall building. This world's largest walk-in wine barrel was made from 130 oak logs in the 18th century and holds over 219,000 litres of wine.
5
Kornmarkt
The most picturesque and historic square in Heidelberg.
6
Market Square (Marktplatz)
The historic and vibrant heart of Heidelberg's old town.
7
Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche)
Learn interesting facts in Heidelberg's largest church.
8
Jesuitenkirche
Visit Heidelberg's architecturally interesting Catholic Church and be surprised by the interior.
9
Old Bridge (Karl Theodor Bridge)
It connects Heidelberg's old town with the opposite bank of the Neckar River at the foot of Heiligenberg. Along with the castle, it is one of the absolute landmarks of the city.
10
Philosophenweg
You will end the day on the opposite side of the Neckar, where you will embark on the famous Philosopher's Trail. This climatically favoured panoramic path owes its name to the Heidelberg scholars who once walked here. From here you can enjoy the classic postcard view : the deep blue ribbon of the Neckar, the Old Bridge and the castle that shines in the sunlight - with a glass of Palatinate wine you say goodbye to Heidelberg.
What's included / not included
Alcoholic beveragesPrivate transportationSoda popEntrance feesGuidePublic transportation
Lunch
Additional information
Accessibility and comfort
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not suitable for people with reduced mobility or in wheelchairs.
Good to know
- Children under the age of 12 cannot participate.
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