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The Top 20 Attractions around Heidelberg

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Heidelberg. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Heidelberg is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 6, 2025

View of Heidelberg from the Königstuhl

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When the weather is nice, you have a breathtaking view over Heidelberg and the Rhine plain from up here. Even the Palatinate mountains more than 40 kilometers away can still …

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Old bridge Heidelberg

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Very great bridge next to the castle which can be seen well from the bridge. The bridge is probably THE attraction in Heidelberg. Accordingly, it is always quite well filled with tourists.

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Old Bridge (Karl Theodor Bridge), Heidelberg

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It is made of Neckar sandstone and was built in the 18th century by Elector Karl Theodor: the famous Old Bridge. It is one of the last great examples of …

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Thingstätte Heidelberg (Heiligenberg Amphitheater)

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A memorial and a memorial site in one. It is very impressive how well preserved this complex is. 400 of these building complexes were once planned, and 60 were ultimately built in Germany, Poland and Russia.

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Heiligenberg Tower and St. Stephen's Monastery Ruins

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St. Stephen's Monastery was built in the early Middle Ages as a church with a hermit's cell. In the 15th century, the monastery was abandoned and fell into disrepair. The …

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Schlangenweg (Snake Path) Heidelberg

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Lovely little path up to the Philosophenweg

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St. Michael's Monastery ruins (Heiligenberg, Heidelberg)

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Beautiful monastery ruins, two towers are accessible, in addition to the beautiful view of the Rhine plain, you can get an overview of the ruins. You can explore everything nicely and the boards inform exactly where which rooms were.

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View from Königsstuhl over Heidelberg and the Rhine Valley

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A fantastic distant view of the Rhine valley and over Heidelberg to the Palatinate Forest and Speyer - of course only when it is not too hazy. It is definitely …

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View of Heidelberg's old town and the castle from Philosophenweg

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A beautiful stretch of hiking where you can enjoy truly magnificent views of Heidelberg and the Neckar River. Several benches invite you to linger.

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Old Bridge Gate (Brückentor), Heidelberg

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Originally part of the fortification wall from the 15th century, the gate to the old bridge is now deservedly one of the tourist highlights of Heidelberg.

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The Top 20 Attractions around Heidelberg

View of Heidelberg from the Königstuhl

Old bridge Heidelberg

Old Bridge (Karl Theodor Bridge), Heidelberg

Thingstätte Heidelberg (Heiligenberg Amphitheater)

Heiligenberg Tower and St. Stephen's Monastery Ruins

Schlangenweg (Snake Path) Heidelberg

St. Michael's Monastery ruins (Heiligenberg, Heidelberg)

View from Königsstuhl over Heidelberg and the Rhine Valley

View of Heidelberg's old town and the castle from Philosophenweg

Old Bridge Gate (Brückentor), Heidelberg

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