Heidelberg

Baden-Württemberg

A romantic Baroque university city on the Neckar River, famous for the evocative ruins of Heidelberg Castle, the oldest university in Germany (Heidelberg University), and the scenic views from the Philosophers' Walk.

Practical Travel Guide for Heidelberg

Make your journey smoother with essential practical information to read before traveling.

Visa Information

Part of the Schengen Area, allowing visa-free travel for up to 90 days for many nationalities.

C, F

230V

Adapter Type

German

Guten Tag

Hello/Good day

Danke

Thank you

Entschuldigung

Excuse me

Euro (EUR)

Local Currency

Getting Around

Heidelberg's Old Town and main sights are easily walkable. The city has an efficient public transport system including trams and buses. Many visitors arrive via airport shuttle or train from Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

Local Flavors

Heidelberg's cuisine reflects the traditions of the Baden region, emphasizing regional ingredients, wine, and beer. Options range from traditional German restaurants to international cuisine and student-friendly cafés.

Spätzle (soft egg noodles)Pfälzer Saumagen (Palatine sow's stomach, a regional specialty)Heidelberger Studentenkuss (Student's Kiss chocolate, a local sweet)