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Heidelberg

Germany

In Baden-Württemberg on the Neckar River where it leaves the Odenwald hills. Heidelberg enchants with its romantic castle overlooking the Neckar, Germany's oldest university, and the picturesque old town. The Philosophers' Walk offers stunning views of the city and the Neckar Valley.

What awaits you

City tripHikingMuseumsLocal cuisineNatureWalkable

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Best time to visit

June–August: up to 27°C with 13h of sunshine per day.

Cooler winters (7°C). Best visited in June–August.

Max. temperature
6°
Jan
9°
Feb
13°
Mar
14°
Apr
21°
May
25°
Jun
26°
Jul
27°
Aug
21°
Sep
17°
Oct
10°
Nov
6°
Dec
Sunshine hours
3h
Jan
5h
Feb
7h
Mar
9h
Apr
11h
May
13h
Jun
12h
Jul
11h
Aug
9h
Sep
6h
Oct
4h
Nov
3h
Dec
Rain days
15d
Jan
14d
Feb
12d
Mar
14d
Apr
11d
May
10d
Jun
11d
Jul
11d
Aug
13d
Sep
14d
Oct
19d
Nov
15d
Dec

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Heidelberg as a Vacation Destination

Heidelberg is an excellent choice for city breaks, hiking trips. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 27°C.

The center is easily walkable — a car is rarely needed. Campers will find pitches for both tents and caravans.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites, excellent local cuisine, stunning natural landscapes.

Good to know

Price level
€€€
Local languages
DE
Camping
Tent & caravan