altstadt
The oldest part of the city, the Altstadt sits just below the Schloss. It extends along the river for a mile, with Karl's Gate on one end, and Bismarckplatz on the other.

churches
Church of the Holy Ghost, Church of the Jesuit's, Providence Church, St. Peter's Church

heiligenberg
Across the river from the Königstuhl, Heiligenberg was home to some of the earliest settlements of the city. ...

historical university sights
New University, Old University, Student Jail, University Library

königstuhl
Königstuhl, the second highest hill in the Odenwald forest, has always been important to the city. The first fortresses used for defending the city were built here, and ...

monuments & landmarks
Karl's Gate, Synagogue Square

schloss heidelberg
Nestled in the hill 300 feet above the city of Heidelberg stands the breath-taking Heidelberg Schloss (castle). The castle is a combination of several buildings surrounding an inner courtyard, put ...

tiefburg
Tiefburg, located in the district of Handschuhsheimer dates back to the Middle Ages, although records do not indicate exactly when it was built.