Schloss Heidelberg
Schloss Heidelberg
4.5
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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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 synonymous with Romanticism. The Heidelberg Tun, the statues on the facade and the gardens of the palace are Highlights of any visit.
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Jake R
10 contributions
Nov 2021 • Solo
This is the must-see place in Heidelberg. Expect to spend around 1-2 hours at the castle.
I’d recommend paying for the Bergbahn to get from the street level to the castle. Your ticket for that includes your entrance fee to the schloss. If you don’t want to pay to go into the schloss, you can wander the gardens and get some excellent views of the city below.
I’d also recommend purchasing an audio guide for a slight additional fee. Greatly enhances the visit and gives insight into construction, history, and art surrounding the castle.
I’d recommend paying for the Bergbahn to get from the street level to the castle. Your ticket for that includes your entrance fee to the schloss. If you don’t want to pay to go into the schloss, you can wander the gardens and get some excellent views of the city below.
I’d also recommend purchasing an audio guide for a slight additional fee. Greatly enhances the visit and gives insight into construction, history, and art surrounding the castle.
Written November 10, 2021
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Robyn P
Sun City, AZ391 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
We visited Heidelberg Castle today in Heidelberg, Germany. Just visiting the town of Heidelberg is an adventure, but the castle is the 'Main Event' so to speak. The castle ruins are actually what you see because much of the castle is in a a state of decay or collapse. When we first saw the castle high up on the hill, I knew it was ancient- but I was still surprised to discover that the castle construction started in 1214! The history of the castle is quite fascinating. In 1537, a lightning bolt destroyed the upper castle. Other parts of the castle were later damaged by later wars and fires.
The easiest way to visit the castle is by funicular that quickly whooshes passengers up the rocky cliff to the castle. The price is very reasonable at 9 Euros- which includes entrance to the castle grounds. The castle offers panoramic views of the city, which arr breathtaking. One of the highlights of the castle visit is
the Heidelberg Tun, the world’s largest wine barrel. It was built in 1751 and stands 21 feet high, and holds 58,124 gallons of wine! A staircase allows visitors to climb atop the barrel for a photo opportunity.
Across from the wine museum is the Apothecary Museum. Entrance to the museum is free with the same ticket. The exhibition provides a fascinating history of medication preparation.
We had a fabulous day, walking back in time at this extordinary castle!
The easiest way to visit the castle is by funicular that quickly whooshes passengers up the rocky cliff to the castle. The price is very reasonable at 9 Euros- which includes entrance to the castle grounds. The castle offers panoramic views of the city, which arr breathtaking. One of the highlights of the castle visit is
the Heidelberg Tun, the world’s largest wine barrel. It was built in 1751 and stands 21 feet high, and holds 58,124 gallons of wine! A staircase allows visitors to climb atop the barrel for a photo opportunity.
Across from the wine museum is the Apothecary Museum. Entrance to the museum is free with the same ticket. The exhibition provides a fascinating history of medication preparation.
We had a fabulous day, walking back in time at this extordinary castle!
Written July 6, 2022
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TripRabbit
Virginia370 contributions
Jun 2022
The Heidelberg Palace’s reputation as a cultural and historic site is fully deserved. The architecture and history here are remarkable, and the views are memorable. In addition, the German Pharmacy Museum is quite interesting, not to mention highly unusual. But if we did it all over again, we would have skipped the guided tour and instead opted for the audio guide. For starters, even though we arrived at 9:45, the first available English guided tour this day was a 12:15; we chose to head back to the city and return for the 2:15 tour. Of greater importance: even though the guided tours permit entry into some buildings not otherwise accessible, they were not all that historic or interesting. The tour guide was exceptionally knowledgeable about all matters historical, and if you are into the many intricate details covering centuries of kings and conflict, the guided tour may be for you. As for me, I’ll go with the audio guide if I return for a second visit.
Written June 26, 2022
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lovetheoutdoors061
Oldsmar, FL102 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
Great thing to do if you have limited time in Heidelberg. Buy the ticket for the funicular that takes you to the castle and then the next historic funicular up to the top of the mountain 1800+ feet above sea level. Was a cloudy day but that made it cooler. We were up that high with our heads in the clouds. For 2 people on the extended route was only 28 euros. Castle ruins were very interesting. We didn’t do the guided tour, just walked around and read the signs. Nice relaxing day trip before dinner in the old city, Highly recommend.
Written December 26, 2022
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Steveage
Rexburg, ID3,270 contributions
Jun 2019
First tip, park at Parkhaus Kornmarkt/Schloss. This garage is near to everything. From this parking garage you have a choice to go West into town, or walk up "Kurzer Buckel," this is a paved pathway with lots of stairs straight up to Schloss/Heidelberg Castle. Be in shape, or take your time! There is a "Mountain Cable Car Lift" to the top, we didn't take that, but I'd highly recommend this for people who are out of shape. I bought the tour guide and entrance into the castle, it was pricey. Close to 80 € for nine of us. Just get the audio guide. I am not at all exaggerating when I tell you our guide ruined the castle for us. He was sarcastic, caustic and made fun of us tourists to pay to see a castle ruin that had nothing at all left worth seeing. Heidelberg, in general, is a lot like Kaiserslautern. I did not expect to see the flood of tourists overrunning these smaller towns. You will hear English being spoken everywhere.
Written March 8, 2020
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hakfort
Glasgow, UK84 contributions
Sep 2022
We visited the castle twice, once without paying for entry and enjoyed the free grounds. There are great views of the city and the river. It is only a short walk up the (steep) hill to the castle so no need to pay for the funicular railway. Our first visit was late in the day so we decided to come back to see the paid parts.
The cost of entry to the courtyard is €9 so I was expecting something pretty good. For your €9 you get to see a humungous barrel, the inner courtyard and the "free" German Pharmacy Museum. You can't see inside the castle with this ticket and there is precious little information. The entry fee is a complete rip so don't be tempted.
The cost of entry to the courtyard is €9 so I was expecting something pretty good. For your €9 you get to see a humungous barrel, the inner courtyard and the "free" German Pharmacy Museum. You can't see inside the castle with this ticket and there is precious little information. The entry fee is a complete rip so don't be tempted.
Written September 28, 2022
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Raintree_Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand3,475 contributions
Nov 2022
Schloss Heidelberg is a grand and imposing structure dominating the hillside above the Old Town. It's no wonder that it's one of the most visited attractions in Germany. The 9-euros entry ticket provides a round trip funicular cable car up to the castle; access to castle courtyard and gardens, and view of world’s largest wine barrel!
Written January 29, 2023
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possumTewkesbury
tewkesbury205 contributions
Aug 2022
Best to go early in the morning as it gets busy - the entry ticket includes the funicular trip back down. Taxi up cost 8 euros. Really pretty and a couple of cafes in the grounds.
Written August 27, 2022
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MKTBE
Topeka, KS2,991 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
Schloss Heidelberg is a well-preserved ruin and historic landmark in the City of Heidelberg. It is nestled on the hill 300 feet above the cities Old Town. It is a beautiful walk up to the fortress, or a second option of a little easier funicular ride. The castle is a combination of several buildings surrounding an inner courtyard, and a prominent turret proudly displaying a regional flag. The castle is also home to the world's largest wine keg! Just as breath-taking as the castle is from the city, it is an equally impressive view of the city of Heidelberg from the castle. Though the day of our visit was rainy, we really enjoyed our visit to Schloss Heidelberg.
Written January 16, 2023
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LBSterling
Nuremberg, Germany387 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
Well worth a visit. You can also walk up to the castle which takes roughly 10 minutes. The views from the top are spectacular. One can eat and drink something on top. It cost 9 Euro to enter castle and if you take the train it is another 9 Euro per person.
Written July 7, 2021
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holidayMum_10
Strathmore, Australia42 contributions
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.
paulenich
New York City, NY941 contributions
Yes English. No we did not book in advance.
RoadRog
Cary, NC18 contributions
How long does a "quick" visit to the castle typically last once you're there?
cleppycleppy
Sydney, Australia27 contributions
As many have said, 1.5 hours worked for us, too.
We are looking forward to going back :)
Kerry C
sandy, utah1,736 contributions
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?
Feliss2014
Perth, Australia34 contributions
There are signs asking that no photos are taken inside the castle. You can purchase books and postcards from the the shop showing the interior I think.
Brian T
Indianapolis, IN653 contributions
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?
RWandSW
Greater London, UK1,941 contributions
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.
stensjoestedt
Lodose, Sweden6 contributions
hur stort är vinfatet
Jane N
London, UK969 contributions
The Heidelberg Tun is 7 metres high, 8.5m wide, holds 220,000 litres of wine and has a dance floor built on top of it!
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Remigio13
Zaandam, The Netherlands423 contributions
Volgens mij is de Entree €.9,= per persoon
rosella2005
Drachten, The Netherlands2 contributions
kan je met een rolstoel het kasteel van binnen bekijken
Patrick P
Zedelgem, Belgium317 contributions
Ik vrees dat niet alles met de rolstoel te bekijken is. Wegens de middeleeuwse structuur van het kasteel bevat het nogal wat trappen. Laat je echter niet weerhouden en bezoek zeker de buitenzijde en mooie binnenplaats.
Wendy S
Marcoola Qld35 contributions
We will be in Heidelberg for 3 days late September. Should we book the furnicular in advance? We have no car. Are there tours that originate in Heidelberg and visit the Castle and other places. All I have been able to find is tours that originate in Frankfurt. Any help or ideas greatly appreciated.
Maltrueno
Croydon, UK292 contributions
You don't need to book anything in advance. Just make sure you make yourself familiar with opening times before getting there. The castle and funicular are open every day, but most museums are closed on Mondays. We were there last November on the first Monday of the Christmas Market when most attractions were shut and the ones that were open shut at 4 and we still had a great time. I assume in September there will be longer opening hours and the river cruise may still be running.
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- Hotels near Schloss Heidelberg:
- (0.15 mi) Lotte - The Backpackers
- (0.16 mi) Hotel Am Schloss
- (0.22 mi) Hotel Goldener Falke
- (0.17 mi) Hotel Zum Seppl
- (0.19 mi) Kulturbrauerei
- Restaurants near Schloss Heidelberg:
- (0.02 mi) Scharffs Schlossweinstube
- (0.03 mi) Historisches Backhaus
- (0.03 mi) Heidelberger Schloss Restaurants und Events
- (0.19 mi) Herrenmühle Heidelberg
- (0.17 mi) Soban Restaurant
- Attractions near Schloss Heidelberg:
- (0.01 mi) Heidelberg City Bus Tour
- (0.02 mi) Heidelberg Tun
- (0.03 mi) Elizabeth Gate
- (0.03 mi) German Pharmacy Museum
- (0.12 mi) Schlossgarten Heidelberg
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