Things to do in Schwetzingen

Visited Heidelberg Castle (Schloss Heidelberg) with my wife on 2 May 2026. The adult castle ticket is €11 (€5.50 reduced) and includes the lower funicular return up to the castle, the courtyard, the Great Tun, and the German Pharmacy Museum — already covered if you have a HeidelbergCARD.We also walked the Old Bridge (Karl-Theodor-Brücke): touch the bronze monkey’s mirror for wealth, the fingers to return to Heidelberg. Best free view is across the bridge then up the Schlangenweg (~500 m steps) to the Philosophenweg — castle, bridge, and Altstadt in one frame.For the Bergbahn: panorama return (both railways to Königstuhl) is €17 adults; if you’re only going to the castle, stick with the €11 ticket that includes the lower funicular.

The old town of Heidelberg was not destroyed on a large scale during World War II. You can still see the old times. During the Holy Roman Empire, the princes of the empire built many towering castles and interesting cities. You must visit Heidelberg if you have the chance.

It used to be a place where students made mistakes at Heidelberg University, but it's a shame if you graduated and haven't been in prison yet. - "There are all kinds of written instructions at the entrance. The mistakes made by students are really strange, such as "scaring the piglets of villagers to wow".

historical bridge linking philosopher pathway and heidelberg oldtown, good view to the castle as well

Founded in 1386, Heidelberg University is the oldest university in Germany. From theology, law, medicine, and philosophy, it has developed into 12 colleges with nearly 30,000 students today. Heidelberg is a university town, and the university campus is integrated into the old town without any boundaries.

The Rhine River is one of Europe’s most beautiful and iconic waterways, offering breathtaking scenery, charming riverside villages, and magnificent historic castles. Flowing through picturesque landscapes, the river creates a peaceful atmosphere that is perfect for sightseeing, photography, and relaxing boat cruises. The surrounding vineyards, green hills, and traditional towns add a special charm to the journey. Every stretch of the Rhine offers something unique, making it a wonderful destination for nature lovers, history enthusiasts, and travel fans. Whether you enjoy a scenic cruise or simply admire the riverbanks, the Rhine River promises an unforgettable experience filled with natural beauty, culture, and timeless European charm.

A very classic forest road in the old town. This place is very suitable for morning walks. Many ancient plants are very thick. It feels warm and humid in summer. The scenery in autumn is also very attractive. It is a very quiet place.

I love this pedestrian main street of Heidelberg which goes through the old town. It is filled with shops, breweries, Coffeeshop. It can be very busy since it is very touristic. Totally loved it