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Tour through Heidelberg in the footsteps of the night watchmen

Heidelberg, Germanyby Erlebnisführungen Heidelberg

  • 1.5 hours
  • Free cancellation
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  • Up to 70 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: German

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Overview

The night watchman tells entertainingly about the things that one experienced in the nocturnal 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 tour through the centuries.

What's included

  • The language of the tour is German.
  • Stories of nightlife in Heidelberg
  • Guided tour with the night watchman or his family
  • History of the city of Heidelberg and the Electorate of the Palatinate
  • Gratuities

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"

Meeting and pickup

Market square, entrance to town hall

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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  • 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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