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Private English tour in the footsteps of the night watchmen

Heidelberg, Germanyby Erlebnisführungen Heidelberg

  • 1.5 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

The night watchman entertainingly tells about the things one experienced in the night alleys of Heidelberg, about the history of the city, its streets and squares, about its local originals, personalities, and the most beautiful anecdotes. A very educational and fun private tour through the centuries.

What's included

  • History (s) of the city of Heidelberg and the Electoral Palatinate
  • History (s) of the Heidelberg Castle and its inhabitants
  • History (s) of the night watchman in the Electoral Palatinate

    Itinerary

    1. 1

      Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche)

      5 min

      Late Gothic town church, the place where Heidelberg University was founded

    2. 2

      Kornmarkt

      10 min

      "Kornmarktmadonna", symbol of the Counter Reformation in the Electoral Palatinate

    3. 3

      Carl's Square (Karlsplatz)

      10 min

      The most beautiful view from the city of the world-famous castle ruins over Heidelberg

    4. 4

      Stop 4

      10 min

      former red tanner district of the city

    5. 5

      Old Bridge (Karl Theodor Bridge)

      10 min

      A landmark of the city with a view of the Odenwald, Rhine valley, Neckar valley and castle ruins.

    6. 6

      Market Square (Marktplatz)

      10 min

      Central square in the old town with many cafes and restaurants, framed by the town hall and baroque town houses.

    7. 7

      Hotel Zum Ritter

      5 min

      Beautiful Renaissance building from the 16th century

    8. 8

      Bruckenaffe

      5 min

      "What are you gazing at me here? Have you not seen the old monkey at Heydelberg / Go back and forth / There you will find more of my like"

    9. 9

      Town Hall (Rathaus)

      5 min

      Baroque magnificent building in the heart of the old town

    Meeting and pickup

    Meeting point at the market square / in front of the main entrance of the town hall

    Good to know

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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