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Home to the oldest university in Germany, Heidelberg suffered during 17th-century wars and was rebuilt in the 18th century, using the old Gothic street layout but with Baroque buildings. The historic... more » Home to the oldest university in Germany, Heidelberg suffered during 17th-century wars and was rebuilt in the 18th century, using the old Gothic street layout but with Baroque buildings. The historic city center's Gothic streets are easy to navigate on foot. Fourteenth-century Heidelberg Castle is the symbolic heart of the city. Alte Brucke is a beautiful 18th-century bridge. This university town also has a historic Student Jail, for visitors who take both their history and education seriously. « less
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Bayrischer Hof

Nov 21, 2009

Don't forget to visit Cafe Rossi next door - a real find! Hemingway's Restaurant on the riverside was excellent - great beer, interesting food + good choices for vegetarians. more

Hotel Anlage

Nov 20, 2009

Great value in a good location just two blocks from the Hauptstrasse and easy accessibility to the Schloss by foot . Traditional rooms with high ceilings, basic bathroom, very nice breakfast all for a...more

Neckar Hotel

Nov 20, 2009

I used a lot of time searching for hotels in Heidelberg and this was the best offer (65€ per night per room incl. breakfadt). My other choice would have been Holiday Inn. I'm happy I choose Neckar,...more

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