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Alte Brücke (Karl-Theodor-Brücke)
In der Altstadt, Am Neckar, Heidelberg, 69117, Germany
+49 622 1 1422 x0 (Heidelberg Tourismus)
#1 of 172 things to do rated by Real Travelers

More information on Alte Brücke (Karl-Theodor-Brücke)

Until the late 18th Century, the River Neckar was spanned by a number of wooden bridges that regularly fell victim to fire and floods. Tired of constant building and rebuilding, Prince Karl Theodor ordered the construction of a stone bridge. Built between 1786-88, the Alte Bruckes now one of Heidelberg's most celebrated sights. The southern end of the bridge was initially linked to the city wall and contains a gate which can be lowered and raised. The tower on the western side used to be a dungeon. The bridge contains two sculptures: Prince Karl Theodor with the Mosel, Rhine, Isar and Danube at his feet; and Pallas Athene, Goddess of Wisdom, surrounded by figures portraying justice, godliness, agriculture, commerce and art.

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Directions

Alte Brücke: Bus 35

Hours

Mo to Su from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM

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