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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... more
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The Hauptstraße (Main Street) leads from the Bismarckplatz across the Old town to the Karlstor. The first two thirds of the lively Hauptstraße is a pedestrian area. No cars, no trams, perfect for a stroll! You will find the lon... more
Real Travelers who've been here
mroc2103 said
… concrete brick really). The old university building on the corner of Hauptstrasse is probably the most… continue reading »
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A saying goes that you if haven't sat on the banks of the River Neckar, you haven't seen Heidelberg. The Neckarwiese, or Neckar Park, is a ribbon of green which stretches along the river for several kilometers. Popular with jog... more
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Whether the Philosophenweg (Philosopher's Path) really inspired the likes of Nietsche, Kant or Hegel is a matter of debate. But anyone who takes this path will certainly see Heidelberg from another angle. A steep ascent takes y... more
Real Travelers who've been here
mroc2103 said
… for the winding path that goes up the hill to the Philosophenweg. Unfortunately it’s closed at the moment… continue reading »
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If you're a die-hard Dracula fan, then welcome to the annual Vampire Ball, held at the Heidelberg Convention Center. The only contemporary touch here is the music which is an eclectic mix from all the previous decades. So dress... more
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On the North banks of the river Neckar you can see the silhouette of the Heiligenberg, which at 440m is not all that high. The Philosophenweg (philosopher's road) that lies at its foot offers many good viewpoints on Heidelberg.... more
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This pub is part of a growing chain of Irish pubs, with other locations in Amsterdam and Brussells. The pub enjoys a nice location beside the Neckar River, and is especially popular with English speaking foreigners looking for... more
Real Travelers who've been here
sschott27 said
… usual locale, the Dubliner to watch a little football, while the majority went to O’Reilly’s, a recently… continue reading »
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This night spot offers a varied mix of entertainment over four floors including the Blue Fish nightclub in the basement, another club on the first floor, a stage for live concerts, a cinema and a café with rooftop terrace. The... more
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When it is soccer season, expect the crowd to back up to the door, but a few tables outside the door provide overflowing relief for those not interested in the game. Sylvie Bar calls itself a paninoteca, which means it special... more
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In the same location for over 30 years, this restaurant doesn't seem dated at all. In the light interior, pale yellow and white tablecloths and pale walls are framed by careful wood detailing, and the rich wine ceiling contribu... more
Mannheim Travel Experiences
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Drei Wochenende in Heidelberg
Finally, a long awaited update! Second semester is now in full swing. I left the states on Tuesday, January 9th, arriving in Germany earl... Continue reading »
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Fasching
OK so the “official” definition of Carnival sounded much better than my attempt to explain it. Therefore, “Officially it starts on the 11... Continue reading »
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Mannheim Germany to Switzerland
After Paris, I flew with Lyndsay to Stuttgart Germany and we took a subway and then the train and arrived in Mannheim. On the Wednesday a... Continue reading »
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German Beer
On route from Prague to Heidelberg, I spent a night on a train and a day in Munich. On the train I met a couple from the states who I end... Continue reading »
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Another Castle!!
Left on the train to Heidelberg - one of the loveliest places in Germany. The train ride up the Neckar Valley is so picturesque eve... Continue reading »
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