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Heidelberg Castle stands as a world-famous landmark overlooking the city and the Neckar River, representing one of the most significant Renaissance structures north of the Alps. Its history dates back to the 13th century, though its current ruined state was largely shaped by the destruction caused by French troops during the Nine Years' War in the late 17th century. The complex features impressive palace buildings such as the Ottheinrich Building and the Friedrich Building, whose ornate facades showcase the power of the Electors Palatine. Within its cellars lies the Heidelberg Tun, the world's largest filled wine vat with a capacity of approximately 220,000 liters. The castle grounds also house the German Apothecary Museum, which displays extensive collections related to pharmaceutical history. Today, the ruins serve as a quintessential symbol of German Romanticism, drawing millions of international visitors every year.
- Location: Baden-Württemberg, Germany
- Top sights: Heidelberg Castle · Kleines Fass · Großes Fass
- Nearby: Neckargemünd (6 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Avg °C | 0 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 20 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 1 |
| Rain mm | 65 | 52 | 54 | 44 | 75 | 62 | 70 | 71 | 50 | 61 | 63 | 72 |
📋 Practical info
Address
Schlosshof 1, 69117 Heidelberg
Hours
Castle courtyard & barrel cellar 08:00-18:00
Entry
Castle ticket approx. €9.00 (incl. mountain railway and barrel cellar)
Website
Transit
Bus 33 to Bergbahn stop
Parking
Parking garage P12 Kornmarkt, from there take the mountain railway up
Accessibility
Castle courtyard difficult due to cobblestones, special wheelchair tours possible
Photos
Exterior shots free, often forbidden in the interior (only with guided tour)
Best time
Late afternoon for the golden view of the Old Town
Audio guide
yes, available in 11 languages for a fee at the entrance
Geography
Facts
- The first documented mention of the castle occurred in 1225.
- The castle was significantly destroyed by French troops in 1689 and 1693.
- The Great Tun was constructed in 1751 under Elector Karl Theodor.
- The Ottheinrich Building is considered the first Renaissance structure in Germany.
- The castle has housed the German Apothecary Museum since 1957.
- Mark Twain wrote about the castle in his 1880 book 'A Tramp Abroad'.
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Sights in the town Heidelberger Schloss (10)
Großes Fass
Giant wine barrel in Heidelberg Castle, one of the largest in the world.
Deutsches Apotheken-Museum🏛 museum
Museum of the history of pharmacy, entry included in the castle ticket.
Stückgarten🌳 park
West terrace of Heidelberg Castle with a view over the city.
Großherzogliches Palais🏰 castle
Building in Heidelberg, part of the castle ensemble.
Schlossgarten🌳 park
Historic garden at Heidelberg Castle, laid out in the 19th century.
Karmeliterkloster Heidelberg⛪ monastery
Former Carmelite monastery in Heidelberg's old town.
Forum für Kunst🏛 museum
Exhibition space for contemporary art in Heidelberg Castle.
Dokumentations- und Kulturzentrum Deutscher Sinti und Roma🏛 museum
Museum and memorial about the history of Sinti and Roma in Germany.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you get to the castle?
On foot via steep stairs or comfortably by funicular railway from Kornmarkt.
What is the Big Tun?
A huge wine barrel in the cellar that can hold over 220,000 liters of wine.
Can the ruins be visited?
Yes, the castle courtyard and the German Apothecary Museum are accessible.
Why is the castle a ruin?
It was destroyed by wars and multiple lightning strikes in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Are there castle illuminations?
Yes, three times every summer there is a grand firework display and illumination.
Heidelberger Schloss: where is it located?
Heidelberger Schloss is located in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
Heidelberger Schloss: what is there to see?
Highlights include Heidelberg Castle, Kleines Fass, Großes Fass.
Heidelberger Schloss: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Heidelberger Schloss: why is it worth visiting?
Heidelberg Castle stands as a world-famous landmark overlooking the city and the Neckar River, representing one of the most significant Renaissance structures north of the Alps.
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