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It connects the Old City with the eastern part of the Neuenheim district of the city on the opposite bank. The current bridge, made of Neckar sandstone and the ninth built on the site, was constructed in 1788 by Elector Charles Theodore, and is one of the best-known landmarks and tourist destinations in Heidelberg.
- 23 feet (7 m)
- 656 feet (200 m)
- 1788
- Neckar River
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Jul 6, 2007 · english: "Old Bridge" (Alte Brücke or Carl-Theodor-Brücke) in Heidelberg, Germany, as seen from the Philosophers Walk (Philosophenweg). Date Taken on 2 July 2007
Heidelberg. It is made of Neckar Valley sandstone and was built by Elector Karl Theodor in the 18th century. It connects the old town with the banks of the Neckar River at the eastern end of the Neuenheim district. The predecessors of today's Old Bridge were made of wood. Since they were repeatedly destroyed by wars and floods, Elector Karl ...
- Heidelberg, 69117
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Browse 494 OLD BRIDGE (HEIDELBERG) photos and images available, or start a new search to explore more photos and images. Panoramic view of Heidelberg city with Neckar river and Old Bridge. The Karl Theodor Bridge with Heidleberg Old Town, Germany, 2017. Germany, Heidelberg, view to the old town with old bridge in the foreground.
Due to the reconstruction the arches now give a more harmonious overall picture. The bridge has a total length of 200 metres and a width of about 7 metres. It is very popular for pictures at the railing of the bridge or with the old bridge gate in the background.
Prince Elector Carl Theodor built the Old Bridge in 1786. Although the fifth bridge built over the Neckar in this location, it was the first stone bridge to be constructed. The twin towers on the city side of the river were once part of the city wall, and contain dungeons used for housing criminals. In the center of these, hanging above the ...
