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Heidelberg (German: [ˈhaɪdl̩bɛʁk] ⓘ; Palatine German: Heidlberg) is a city in the German state of Baden-Württemberg, situated on the river Neckar in south-west Germany. As of the 2016 census, its population was 159,914, of which roughly a quarter consisted of students.
- Altstadt. Heidelberg’s glorious old town rests in the shadow of the ruins of Schloss Heidelberg. The Altstadt has many of the things people love about German old quarters; sociable squares with bar terraces at Kornmarkt and Marktplatz, cobblestone streets and a catalogue of historic landmarks.
- Schloss Heidelberg. Perched 80 metres above the Altstadt and Neckar is the former seat of Heidelberg’s Prince Electors, now one of the most beautiful ruins in the world.
- Alte Brücke (Old Bridge) Crossing the Neckar between the Altstadt and the Neuenheim district on the right bank, the Alte Brücke dates in its current form to 1788 during the rule of Elector Charles Theodore.
- Kurpfälzisches Museum. Heidelberg’s Palatinate Museum is in the 18th-century Palais Morass and has painting, sculpture and applied arts, as well as archaeology recording the long human history of the Lower Neckar Valley and Heidelberg’s time as the Electoral Palatinate residence.
Aug 11, 2024 · Heidelberg, city, Baden-Württemberg Land (state), southwestern Germany. The city lies on the canalized Neckar River where it emerges from the forested hills of Odenwald into the Rhine plain.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
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- Heidelberg Castle. Mark Twain said of Heidelberg Castle that "A ruin must be rightly situated, to be effective. This one could not have been better placed."
- Hauptstrasse and the Altstadt (Old Town) Heidelberg's Hauptstrasse is the place to start exploring this beautiful city. From this narrow main street, you'll find countless even narrower side streets and alleyways just begging to be explored, each bursting with things to see: unspoiled medieval architecture, splendid old churches, boutique shops, galleries, cafés, and restaurants.
- Church of the Holy Spirit. Its Baroque spire a landmark of the old town, the Church of the Holy Spirit is in the center of Heidelberg's market square.
- Heidelberg University. On the south side of the Hauptstrasse lies Universitätsplatz, with the Old University dating back to 1711. On its east side, in Augustinergasse, is the Pedellenhaus with the former Student Prison, Karzer, which for many is the most memorable part of a visit to Heidelberg University.
Discover Heidelberg, Germany's oldest and most famous university town, with its baroque Altstadt, romantic castle and riverside setting. Explore its attractions, history, culture and activities with Lonely Planet's expert tips and recommendations.
Discover Heidelberg, a city of history, culture and cuisine, with its iconic castle and Old Bridge. Learn about its university, fountains, squares and events in this charming destination.
