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Heidelberg - Old Town tour Including Castle visit

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During this private tour, you will visit the world famous Heidelberg Castle and get to see the largest wine barrel in the world. Walk across one of the oldest shopping streets in Europe and visit the Old town where you will see the oldest University in Germany.

What's Included

  • Heidelberg Castle and Funicular Ticket for 2 Pax.
  • Official Tour Guide exclusively for you and your group.

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Grabengasse
    69117 Heidelberg, Germany

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Schlosshof
    69117 Heidelberg, Germany

    The drop-off location can be changed as per your preference.

    What To Expect

    Alte Universitaet (Pass By)

    You will see the Baroque Architecture in the old town.Walk by the oldest University in Germany which dates back to 1386. It is also one of the world's oldest and highly ranked universities which are functioning till date. One of the most popular squares of Heidelberg - Universitätsplatz is also located here. Here, you will see the Lion fountain in front of the main portal of the Old Assembly Hall.
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    Church of the Holy Spirit

    As you walk on the Hauptstrasse, which is one of the oldest and popular shopping streets in Europe, you will visit the largest Church in Heidelberg which is located in the center of the Old town. It was built between 1398 and 1515 and is a blend of Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Heidelberger Marktplatz (Pass By)

    Walk across the marketplace known as the Marktplatz. Dating back to the medieval period, it is the oldest square of the city and has existed since the inception of the city. You will see the town hall as well as the Church of the Holy Spirit here.
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    Old Bridge (Karl Theodor Bridge)

    Walk on the Karl-Theodor Bridge, the arched-shaped Old Bridge which spans the Neckar river. Over a period of more than 700 years there have been 9 bridges constructed on this site. The current bridge was constructed in 1788 by Elector Charles Theodore. It is one of the famous landmarks in Heidelberg where you can also see the beautiful views of the hillsides which surround the city. You will have the chance to picture yourself along with the Old bridge gate which is towards the southern end of the bridge.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Philosophenweg (Pass By)

    You will walk on the Philosopher’s trail which is located on the Northern banks of the Neckar river. It is said that many Philosophers and Artists throughout history have walked on this romantic path offering them solitude. Here, you can see views of the beautiful Old town, the Neckar river and the Heidelberg Castle.
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    Altstadt (Old Town) (Pass By)

    You will walk through the corn market which is a very popular square in Heidelberg from where you can see spectacular views of the Heidelberg castle standing in its background. In the center of this square, there is a Mary column along with three fountains known as Kornmarkt-Madonna made by Peter van den Branden in 1718. Mark Twain, the famous American writer is said to have visited this market in 1874 during one of his visits to Heidelberg.
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    Schloss Heidelberg

    Finally, You will visit the Heidelberg Schloss which dates back to even before 1214. Struck by lightning, damaged by fire, the Castle still stands today and is a very famous landmark in Heidelberg and a very popular castle in Germany. Prince Elector Ruprecht III is known to be the first royal to have resided here. Within the cellars of the Heidelberg Castle you will find the Heidelberg Tun, which is the world's largest wine barrel and can store about 58000 gallons of wine.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Heidelberg – Old Town tour Including Castle visit?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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    The following is included:
    • Heidelberg Castle and Funicular Ticket for 2 Pax.
    • Official Tour Guide exclusively for you and your group.
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    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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