Heidelberg Castle Gardens: A Self-Guided Tour of its Ruins
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1 hour
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Smartphone and headphones
- Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
- Food and drink
- Transportation
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Heidelberg Castle has beguiled visitors for centuries. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll discover its princely residences, battle-scarred fortifications, and terraced gardens carved from rock. You’ll also hear the history behind the castle grounds, where royal romance, French destruction, and Renaissance hydraulic engineering created this captivating ruin.
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- Duration from 1 Hour to 1 Hour and 30 Minutes
- Private Tour
- 1
Schlosshof
You'll tour the gardens and terraces of Heidelberg Castle, a striking ruin that towers above the city and reflects centuries of history. Please note that admission to the castle itself is not included in this tour.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 2
Kurzer Buckel
You’ll pass through the Stückgarten at Schloss Heidelberg, a peaceful garden area offering scenic views of the castle and its surroundings. Any costs related to visiting the area are not covered in this tour.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 3
Schlosshof
You'll spot the Englischer Bau, part of Heidelberg Castle’s impressive complex, known for its Renaissance-style architecture. Please note that entry to this building is not included in this tour.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 4
Schloss Heidelber
You’ll catch a glimpse of the Ruprechtsbau, the oldest surviving part of Heidelberg Castle, showcasing medieval architectural features. Please note that entry to this building is not included in this tour.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 5
Schloss Heidelberg
You’ll pass by the Haupttor of Schloss Heidelberg, the castle’s main gate that once served as a grand entrance to the fortress. Any costs related to visiting the area are not covered in this tour.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 6
Elizabeth Gate
You’ll spot the Elizabeth Gate, a romantic structure at Heidelberg Castle said to have been built overnight as a birthday surprise for the Queen. Please note that entry to the gate itself is not included in this tour.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 7
Schloß-Wolfsbrunnenweg
You’ll stroll past the Garden of the Palatinate, once designed as one of the most splendid Renaissance gardens in Europe. Any costs related to visiting the area are not covered in this tour.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 8
Heidelberg
You’ll pass by the Bäderterrasse, a historic terrace within the castle gardens that offers sweeping views of Heidelberg and the Neckar Valley. Any costs related to visiting the area are not covered in this tour.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 9
Altstadt
You’ll catch a glimpse of the Neptune Brunnen, an ornate fountain featuring the Roman god of the sea, adding a decorative touch to the castle grounds. Any costs related to visiting the area are not covered in this tour.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 10
Schlosshof
You’ll stroll along the Scheffelterrasse, a scenic terrace named after the poet Joseph Victor von Scheffel, offering panoramic views of Heidelberg. Any costs related to visiting the area are not covered in this tour.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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