This half-day trip whisks you off by coach to the town of Heidelberg. This place has both brains and beauty under its belt – it’s home to one of Germany’s most reputable universities, which is surrounded by picture-perfect streets scattered with grand period houses, pretty little shops and fountain-filled squares. You’ll head straight for the town’s main attraction – the impressive, hillside castle – for a guided tour. Learn about its royal and military history, take in the views over the rooftops and check out the wine barrel in the cellar – as the biggest in the world, it can hold over 200,000 litres of wine. This is followed by a short walking tour of the city and some free time, during which you could stock up on treats at one of the artisan chocolate shops.
River Cruises Collection: Heidelberg City Tour & Castle
- Enjoy a guided tour of Heidelberg Castle.
- Includes a city walk around Heidelberg.
- Part of our River Cruises Collection - A handpicked line-up of highly rated shore experiences, especially for our river cruise customers.
- All experiences in our River Cruises Collection include pick up from the ship, by an experienced local guide, who will give you all the need-to-know information about the places you visit.
Castle entry
Castle entry
- Activity Level: 3 – Moderate
- Approximate Walking Distance: 1.5–3 miles
- What to expect: A decent walk across different surfaces. You’re likely to come across some stairs, inclines or uneven surfaces. Usually takes around 1.5–2.5 hours.
- Just so you know, there are around 200 steps to navigate inside the castle.
- Please note starting times are subject to change. Check the Navigate app once onboard to confirm your pick up time.
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