Rohrbach Travel Guide

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Rohrbach
Rohrbach
Rohrbach
Rohrbach
Rohrbach

Get a feel for residential life in Heidelberg at a neighbourhood 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 flavours. 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-metre) 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 centre. The Steinbruch Leimen nature preserve blends vineyards with limestone quarries. Spot colourful wildflowers, bats, butterfly and eagle-owls.

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



Our pick of the best Rohrbach Hotel Deals

Boardinghotel Premium Heidelberg

Boardinghotel Premium Heidelberg

Karlsruher Str. 96, Heidelberg, BW
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! (194 reviews)
"The property was excellent the size , cleanliness and comfortable beds. The only downsize was the property was on the main road and it was busy.. But we didn't mind that as it was comfortable stay. And you need to pay for the parking it wasn't free. And the parking was underground and you need to ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Boardinghotel Premium Heidelberg
Candlewood Suites Heidelberg by IHG

Candlewood Suites Heidelberg by IHG

Felix-Wankel-Straße 4, Heidelberg
The price is AU$206 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$206
per night
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Stay at this aparthotel in Heidelberg. Enjoy free WiFi, a snack bar/deli, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Marktplatz and Heidelberg Castle are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
"We had a last minute need for a room and this worked perfect. Even had a little kitchen. Clean and modern design."

Reviewed on 22 July 2025

Candlewood Suites Heidelberg by IHG
Boardinghotel Heidelberg

Boardinghotel Heidelberg

Haberstraße 15, Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg
The price is AU$121 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$121
per night
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (203 reviews)
Clean and beautiful
"Very clean hotel. Parking was easy to find. Overall great experience."

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2025

Boardinghotel Heidelberg
ATLANTIC Hotel Heidelberg

ATLANTIC Hotel Heidelberg

4.5 out of 5
Europaplatz 1, Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg
The price is AU$227 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$227
per night
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Heidelberg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Marktplatz and Heidelberg ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (218 reviews)
"Overall a very nice hotel - staff made my wife and friend pay city Tax for two nights, two people each. Even though we only stayed one night and I paid the city tax the night before. After a bit of complaining and a couple front desk people refunds were made -- but, it was very sad to see this type ..."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

ATLANTIC Hotel Heidelberg
PLAZA Premium Heidelberg

PLAZA Premium Heidelberg

Sofienstraße 6, Heidelberg, BW
The price is AU$223 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
AU$223
per night
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Heidelberg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (325 reviews)
"great central area, and parking surprisingly doable. the entrance to checkin a bit hidden as it blends in with the rest of the building a little to well."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

PLAZA Premium Heidelberg
IntercityHotel Mannheim

IntercityHotel Mannheim

Schlossgartenstr. 1, Ecke L13, Mannheim, BW
The price is AU$148 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$148
per night
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Mannheim. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"I liked the free transport ticket. I took tram mumber 5 to Heidelberg"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

IntercityHotel Mannheim
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.

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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

Visitors to Kirchheim enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Roadside Theater is worth a stop.

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Weststadt

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

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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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