Highlights
- Half-day Heidelberg trip from Frankfurt
- Explore the ruins of Heidelberg Castle, and see the world's largest wine barrel
- Walk around Heidelberg's Old Town, and marvel at its pretty Renaissance architecture
- See River Neckar, the Karl Theodor Bridge and Heidelberg University
- Transport by luxury air-conditioned coach
- Visit the Heidelberg Christmas Market when traveling in the month before Christmas
Recent Photos of this Tour
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Useful Information
Heidelberg Castle
Heidelberg Castle perches over the city, and a visit to its famous ruins will undoubtedly be a highlight of your half-day trip. The evocative castle was created as a combination of several buildings clustered around a courtyard, each one representing different styles of German architecture.
The castle is home to many interesting artifacts, including the incredible wine barrel that is stored within the castle ruins. Reputedly the largest in the world, the Heidelberg wine barrel can hold more than 51 US gallons (193 liters) of wine! Views from Heidelberg Castle are equally intriguing, and you'll enjoy panoramic views over Neckar Valley from an elevated viewpoint.
Back in Heidelberg itself, you'll take a walk around its medieval Old Town to see the famous Old Bridge (Karl Theodor Bridge) and the beautiful Church of the Holy Spirit. See Heidelberg University, which is Germany's oldest, before relaxing on your hour-long journey back to Frankfurt.
Should you be lucky enough to be on the Heidelberg half-day trip between November 23 and December 22, you will also visit the Heidelberg Christmas Markets. The Christmas Markets in Heidelberg feature over 140 beautiful wooden stalls bearing handmade gifts and baked goods. You'll have time to shop at leisure and sample delicious food before returning to Frankfurt.
Reviewed by Yuka N, March 2013
Definitely worth doing this tour. Natalie, our tour guide was very good, funny and informative. Very good getting us right up to the castle and the old part of the city, so age is not a concern on this tour. Did cost me 2 euros to find a WC before the trip back to Frankfurt, so do not drink to much coffee or beer on the trip.
Reviewed by Christopher I, January 2013
It was a great tour and a lovely way to see some more of Germany outside of Frankfurt.
