Rohrbach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Rohrbach
Get a feel for residential life in Heidelberg at a neighborhood set at the foot of forested hills, sprawling meadows and vineyards.

Rohrbach is a district of Heidelberg that blends urban living with rural landscapes. First recorded in A.D. 766, traces of human settlement have been found here that date back to the Stone Age. Once a prosperous wine-producing village, it developed into an urbanized area after World War II. Today Rohrbach moves at a relaxed pace, has a varied culinary scene and gives easy access to the city’s pristine countryside.

Commercial and entertainment activities revolve around the streets of Karlsruher Straße and Rathausstraße. Find traditional German bakeries, wine bars and restaurants that serve cuisine inspired by African, Indian, Italian and Thai flavors. The Heimatmuseum is a museum of local history housed in the building of a former bakery. Learn about the area’s agriculture and wine industry in addition to the life of the Prussian poet Joseph von Eichendorff.

Notice the architecturally interesting buildings that line the streets in Rohrbach. Melanchthonkirche, for example, is a neo-Renaissance church first built in the 13th century. St. Johannes Parish Church has a tall octagonal-shaped bell tower and decorative stained-glass windows by German artist Emil Wachter. Admire the classical-style Rohrbacher Schlösschen, a former royal hunting lodge previously used as a military hospital.

After seeing some of the built environment enjoy Heidelberg’s natural beauty by following trails into the foothills of the 1,864-feet (568-meter) tall Königstuhl mountain. You can walk to the summit in under 2 hours, marvel at the views of the Neckar Valley and then catch the Heidelberger Bergbahn funicular back to the city center. The Steinbruch Leimen nature preserve blends vineyards with limestone quarries. Spot colorful wildflowers, bats, butterfly and eagle-owls.

Rohrbach is just 3 miles (5 kilometers) south of Heidelberg’s Old Town. Trams and buses stop at Rohrbach Markt. The hotels and guesthouses in the neighborhood provide alternative accommodations to those located in the city’s busy tourist districts.



Our pick of the best Rohrbach Hotel Deals

Boardinghotel Heidelberg
Boardinghotel Heidelberg
Haberstraße 15, Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg
The price is AU$107 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$107
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Heidelberg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Heidelberg Castle ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (185 reviews)
"Very simple, courteous team, clean. Near public transportation"

Reviewed on 25 Oct. 2024

Boardinghotel Heidelberg
Boardinghotel Premium Heidelberg
Boardinghotel Premium Heidelberg
Karlsruher Str. 96, Heidelberg, BW
The price is AU$112 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$112
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Heidelberg. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (156 reviews)
Hassle free short stay.
"Stay was short this time. But overall it’s good. Always choose this hotel as it is out of the city centre. Nearby has bakeries and supermarket and restaurants. Hotel staff are friendly and helpful. A big plus for that."

Reviewed on 22 Sep. 2024

Boardinghotel Premium Heidelberg
Parkhotel Mannheim
Parkhotel Mannheim
Friedrichsplatz, 2, Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg
The price is AU$169 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$169
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mannheim. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (668 reviews)
Great Location, nice room, very nice bar environme
"Wonderful location. Clean room and general areas. Nice bar."

Reviewed on 17 Oct. 2024

Parkhotel Mannheim
NH Collection Heidelberg
NH Collection Heidelberg
4 out of 5
Bergheimer Str. 91, Heidelberg, BW
The price is AU$137 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$137
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Heidelberg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (225 reviews)
"I stayed at several hotels on my recent trip to Germany, and this was by far my favorite. I loved my room, facilities were casual and inviting, and I slept really well."

Reviewed on 27 Oct. 2024

NH Collection Heidelberg
Hotel Bayrischer Hof
Hotel Bayrischer Hof
Rohrbacherstr. 2, Heidelberg, BW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$126 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
AU$126
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Heidelberg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (984 reviews)
"The only thing that wasn't dependable was the wifi. I couldn't get online any time I wanted, getting connected was sporadic."

Reviewed on 13 Oct. 2024

Hotel Bayrischer Hof
Staycity Aparthotels, Heidelberg
Staycity Aparthotels, Heidelberg
Speyerer Straße 9, Heidelberg
The price is AU$120 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$120
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Heidelberg. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (780 reviews)
"Nice & clean"

Reviewed on 16 Oct. 2024

Staycity Aparthotels, Heidelberg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Rohrbach

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Boxberg

Boxberg is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Heidelberg area, you might plan a trip to Heidelberg University Library or Heidelberg Castle.

Boxberg
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Südstadt

While Südstadt may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Neckarwiese and Heidelberg University Library.

Südstadt

Emmertsgrund

While Emmertsgrund isn't home to many top sights, Heidelberg University Library and Heidelberg Castle are some notable places to visit nearby.

Emmertsgrund
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Kirchheim

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Heidelberg-Kirchheim and you might want to plan a stop by Neckarwiese and Heidelberg University Library while you're in the area.

Kirchheim
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Weststadt

Weststadt is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Schatzkammer and Neckar Valley-Odenwald Nature Park.

Weststadt
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Bahnstadt

Though Bahnstadt may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Heidelberg Zoo and Neckarwiese.

Bahnstadt

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