Heidelberg City Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Marktplatz
Go for a stroll and view the pretty heritage streetscape around Heidelberg’s traditional market square, which is anchored by an impressive Gothic church.
University of Heidelberg Old Campus
With some of the city’s most historically and architecturally interesting sites, Germany’s oldest university forms the beating heart of the Heidelberg Altstadt.
Karl Theodor Bridge
Heidelberg’s oldest bridge is an architecturally impressive landmark decorated with an imperious gateway, detailed sculptures and a curious monkey statue.
Church of the Holy Spirit
Enjoy superb views of Heidelberg’s Old Town from the tower of this 14th-century church, which took nearly 150 years to build.
Heidelberg University Library
Whether you come to study, read or simply take a walk around an impressive building, the principal library of the University of Heidelberg is a fascinating place to visit.
Brass Monkey
Legend says this statue serves as a reminder to those crossing the river that they are no better than the person coming from the opposite side.