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Heidelberg Castle (German: Heidelberger Schloss) is a ruin in Germany and landmark of Heidelberg. The castle ruins are among the most important Renaissance structures north of the Alps. The castle has only been partially rebuilt since its demolition in the 17th and 18th centuries.
- Gothic & Renaissance
- Germany
- before 1214
- Bishop of Worms (first known owner), State of Baden-Württemberg
The Ottheinrich’s WingA castle of superlatives. The Barrel Building220,000 litres of wine in a barrel. Figures on Friedrich’s WingAn ancestral portrait gallery in stone. Slide show control – previous image. Slide show control – next image. Each year, Heidelberg Castle attracts around a million visitors from all over the world.
Official homepage of Heidelberg Palace: opening hours, admission prices, guided tours, rooms for rent, information on getting married in the castle and much more.
Thinking about visiting Heidelberg? With its beautiful castle, old town, bridge, and hiking trails, it’s a Germany must-see. This guide will help you help you plan you visit to this historic university town and its famous Heidelberg Castle.
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 together with a haphazard look. Each building highlights a different period of German architecture.
About. 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. Duration: 1-2 hours.
Castle of Heidelberg - Audiotours. Experience the world’s most famous castle ruins in a completely new way! The fascination of the Heidelberg castle is undiminished. The ivy-covered ruins have inspired poets and artists as early as the Romantic period.
