Heidelberg audio walking tour

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Discover Heidelberg with an audio tour that guides you through one of Germany's most romantic cities. You'll stroll along the banks of the Neckar, wander through charming streets and historic squares, and hear how university life, royal influence and centuries of history have shaped the city.The route takes you past famous landmarks such as Heidelberg Castle, the Karl Theodor Bridge, the Church of the Holy Spirit, Market Square and the unique Students' Prison. Along the way, you'll discover not only the city's highlights but also the stories hidden behind its façades—from student traditions and medieval history to beautiful views of the river and the surrounding hills.With this audio tour, you can explore Heidelberg at your own pace, without a guide or group, while the stories play automatically at the right locations. The walking distance is 4.1 km with 31 stops along the way.

Highlights

It’s a self-guided audio tour through Heidelberg’s historic centre
You will follow a 4.1 km route with 31 stops from Heidelberg Castle to Karl Theodor Bridge
There will be sights like the Church of the Holy Spirit, Market Square and Students’ Prison
You will hear stories of student traditions, royal influence and Heidelberg’s medieval history
It’s a flexible way to explore Heidelberg with time for breaks until the next day

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Activity package

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Facilities

mobile

Available in English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Dutch

What's included

Audio-guided tour
Downloadable APP

Where you'll meet

Kindly meet directly at Kornmarkt.

Operated by

City App Tour

Important information

Know in advance: * The average duration is 2-3 hours, but you'll have until the end of the next day to finish the tour * The walking distance is 4.1 km with 31 stops * You'll receive a separate email and WhatsApp/SMS from the provider with instructions on how to activate your tour * The tour has a fixed starting and ending point – walk to the first point on the route using the app, and the tour will start there * From the moment of activation, you have until the next day to complete the audio tour Remember to bring: * Headphones or Bluetooth speaker * Fully charged phone with the CityAppTour app downloaded * Power bank * Umbrella, sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes