Heidelberg Castle and Old Town Tour from Frankfurt
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Visit the romantic city of Heidelberg on a half-day trip from Frankfurt. With an expert guide to show you around, you'll explore the ruins at Heidelberg Castle and discover the city's Old Town, home to Renaissance period buildings, the Karl Theodor Bridge and the Church of the Holy Spirit.
Your experience
Stop 1
Come with us for an excursion to Heidelberg, the romantic and beautiful old city at the banks of the river Neckar. Choose a morning or afternoon departure time. We will reach Heidelberg in a 1,5 hours drive from Frankfurt.
Stop 2
Our first stop will be at the Heidelberg Castle ruins high above the valley and landmark of the city. The castle has been the residence of the mighty electors for a period of five hundred years and is an epitome of German Romanticism. We visit the large, impressing courtyard with its medieval residential buildings, the magnificent Renaissances facades and larger than life-size statues of the Friedrichs Building and the imposing Ottheinrichs Building. From the large terrace you will enjoy a fantastic panorama view over historic Heidelberg. In the cellar vaults we show you the largest wooden wine barrels worldwide.
Stop 3
The second part of our trip is dedicated to the beautiful old city center: on a walking tour through the crooked alleyways to Karl’s Gate and the Old Bridge, the House of the Knights, again with an outstanding Renaissance façade, and to the Church of the Holy Spirit – to mention only some of the important sights. Heidelberg also hosts the oldest University of Germany. There will be time for photo shooting and a private stroll.
Stop 4
Afterwards we will drive back to Frankfurt which takes approx. 1,5 hours
What’s included
- Admission fees to the castle and the big barrel
- English/german speaking guide throughout the excursion
- Transportation in a van or bus from/to Frankfurt
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Morning tour at 9:30 am / Afternoon Tour at 3:00 pm Frankfurt, Wiesenhuettenplatz 38 / SIDEWALK Your guide will pick you up there! Take note: Do not enter the hotel Le Meridien at this place, we do not pick up in the hotel lobby and also not directly at the entrance.
Before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Audioguide in several languages available inside Heidelberg Castle against a small fee
- Not recommended for travelers with walking issues
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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