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Heidelberg

Country: Germany

Heidelberg by the Numbers:

Population: 140,000

Elevation: 361 feet

Average Precipitation: 26.5 inches

Average January Temperature: 32 degrees F

Average July Temperature: 66 degrees F

Quick Facts:

Major Industries: printing, tourism, car manufacturing

Electricity: 220 volts, 50 Hz; standard flat two-pin plug

Time Zone: GMT/UTC +1 (daylight saving GMT/UTC +2)

Country Dialing Code: +49

Area Code: 6221

Did You Know?

The University of Heidelberg is one of Europe's oldest educational institutions. Karl Drais, the inventor of the bicycle was a student here. Orientation:

Heidelberg is located on the western side of Germany near the border of France. The city lies on the Neckar River and is south of Frankfurt, southwest of Berlin and northwest of Munich.2008-08-02T07:29:22.000 141

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Heidelberg and the Neckar River from the castle A view of the Heidelberg City from the castle. Heidelberg Castle. Lou and the view from the castle.
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