Heidelberg Castle at Night

Heidelberg Castle

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Each year, Heidelberg Palace attracts around one Million visitors from all over the world. Since the 19th century, These impressive ruins have been …

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Jan 18, 2025
It is an excellent experience to visit this red castle located on top of the city with a breathtaking view. The pharmacy museum is something you should see in the castle. Full review by fillenias
Jan 13, 2025
We spent a couple of happy hours wandering around the ruined castle grounds. We chose to visit on a cold winter Monday morning and it was lovely and quiet. The views from the castle are stunning. … Full review by Suzie L
Dec 19, 2024
Beautiful castle with views of the city and surrounding mountains. The apothecary museum was interesting. Worth the climb when in Heidelberg! Full review by Roadschool42
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Heidelberg Castle is a famous ruin and one of the the most important Renaissance structures north of the Alps. The rich and eventful histor…
spottinghistory.com
The romantic ruins of this old castle rise over the town, creating a picturesque scene. Built and expanded multiple times between the 13t…
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When the ambitious Friedrich V., Bohemia's Winter King, became Prince Elector in 1610, his predecessors had already made use of every …
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Architectural style:Gothic & Renaissance
Owner:Bishop of Worms (first known owner)
Construction started:before 1214

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Are dogs allowed?
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Hello, yes, dogs are allowed to walk in the castle square and garden, of course always on a leash. However, dogs are not allowed inside the castle rooms. We took turns waiting …
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Hello, yes, dogs are allowed to walk in the castle square and garden, of course always on a leash. However, dogs are not allowed inside the castle rooms. We took turns waiting outside with the dog while the others visited the interior of the castle rooms. You definitely have to see the castle. It is one of the most beautiful castles I have ever seen.
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Answer by Sophie M · Oct 19, 2024
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Hi Peter, Quick question about Heidelberg Castle - did you go on a (English) guided tour of interior? If so, did you book …
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Hi Peter, Quick question about Heidelberg Castle - did you go on a (English) guided tour of interior? If so, did you book in advance and how? I see on the Castle website that they list times and prices for the interior tour, but can't see anywhere to purchase online?? Thanks in advance for your advice, Kay.
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Yes English. No we did not book in advance.
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How long does a "quick" visit to the castle typically last once you're there?
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Where do you buy the tickets for the funicular and the castle, at the bottom of the funicular?
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Can you take pictures on the guided tour? Where can I find pictures of the interior to help me decide whether I want to …
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Can you take pictures on the guided tour? Where can I find pictures of the interior to help me decide whether I want to wait until 11:15 to take an English tour?
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We did not take a tour of the interior. To my knowledge it was not publicly available. Taking pictures of the grounds and publicly accessible areas like the museum and worlds …
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We did not take a tour of the interior. To my knowledge it was not publicly available. Taking pictures of the grounds and publicly accessible areas like the museum and worlds largest wine barrel were allowed.
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Can I buy a tour ticket to the Heidelberg Castle on the day we want to go or do I need to by it in advance somehow?
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You can purchase on the day; plan to take the funicular railway to the castle from the town centre, get there early. When getting the funicular railway, your get a combination for the ride …
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You can purchase on the day; plan to take the funicular railway to the castle from the town centre, get there early. When getting the funicular railway, your get a combination for the ride and the castle.
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