10 Outdoor Activities in Heidelberg That You Shouldn't Miss

October 24, 2021 Christa Meece

Home to the oldest university in Germany, Heidelberg was hit hard during 17th-century wars and rebuilt in the 18th century with baroque buildings. For a pleasant walk, stroll through the historic city center's Gothic streets. Be sure to take in Heidelberg Castle, the symbolic heart of the city; Alte Brucke, a beautiful 18th-century bridge; and the Student Jail. Built as long ago as the 16th century, it was used to keep mischievous students off the streets for three days to a month at a time. And they say Penn State is the number-one party school!
Restaurants in Heidelberg

1. Ludger Benighaus

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Ludger Benighaus

Ludger Kayak instructor, tour guide Tour guide and geographer, trained in New Zealand and Germany in sea kayaks, sit-on-top and touring, always makes sure that everyone feels comfortable on the water.

2. Philosopher’s Walk

Philosophenweg, 69120 Heidelberg, Baden-Wurttemberg Germany http://www.tourism-heidelberg.com/explore/historical-sights/heiligenberg/philosophers-walk/index_eng.html
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Philosopher’s Walk

This famous path along the Neckar River has been frequented by numerous famous philosophers throughout history.

Reviewed By AzzurroTiffany

Nice walk in the wonderful nature surrounding the city; different paths for different levels of exercise/panoramic spots, it fills your eyes with beauty in all seasons and weather conditions.

3. H&B Tour Conception

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H&B Tour Conception

EXCEPTIONAL CITY TOURS AND EVENT TOURS YOU WON’T FORGET Experience the different facets of Heidelberg’s history. Our knowledgeable and captivating tour guides bring the past to life authentically and with a twinkle in their eye. Our team of art historians and archaeologists provide an ambitious and lively picture of our past. Using the tried and tested English “Living History Concept”, we employ high-quality costumes and museum replicas of jewellery, weapons and every day objects of those times. We never use panne velvet, polyester or zippers in our costumes. This accuracy and the fascinating tour content offer a lively first-hand picture of history. Whether you choose to roam the Heiligenberg - the hills above the Neckar River - with a Roman centurion, or to explore the picturesque Old Town with the grand-ducal night watchman or, if you dare, to discover a truly bloody trade with the hangman’s daughter, we will illuminate Heidelberg, her history and her legends. We take pride in the accuracy of what we show and the knowledge of our guides. This makes a tour with us a fresh and exceptional pleasure. All our programmes can be scheduled as off-hour tours for groups up to 300 participants. Off-hour tours allow us to pay specific attention to your group's particular needs and interests.

4. CocoSUP

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CocoSUP

During the guided Stand-up-Paddle course you can explore the romantic City of Heidelberg from a completely new perspective. On the Water you are going to feel free and enjoy SUP!

5. Zooschule Heidelberg

Tiergartenstr. 3, 69120 Heidelberg, Baden-Wurttemberg Germany +49 6221 3955713 [email protected] http://www.zooschule-heidelberg.de
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Zooschule Heidelberg

6. Heidelberg Free Walking Tour

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Heidelberg Free Walking Tour

Enjoy the perspective of a local person and discover Heidelberg´s old town, people’s lifestyle and history in a smooth and informal way! INDEPENDENT STUDENTS – that is who we are and our goal is to show you why we chose this city and to make you want to stay longer. We want to share with you our beautiful city of Heidelberg — from historical stories that show why the city became what it is today, to entertaining anecdotes about our lives here. We believe that the more personal a tour, the better, so you will learn about the Heidelberg that WE know and live in and love. The tour takes about 2 hours. You are welcome to tip at the end of the tour what you think the tour was worth to you …

7. Zoo Heidelberg

Tiergartenstr. 3, 69120 Heidelberg, Baden-Wurttemberg Germany +49 6221 64550 [email protected] http://www.zoo-heidelberg.de/
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Zoo Heidelberg

Join the adventure! At Zoo Heidelberg, the largest zoo within the Metropolregion Rhein-Neckar, you can find more than 150 different species. Lions, gorillas, elephants, birds from all over the world and a lot of other animals are worth a visit.

Reviewed By ahmedos1984 - Cairo, Egypt

I enjoyed my visit to the zoo. There are a variety of animals. The place is clean and green. There are some areas where the children can feed the animals. There is a huge great playground at the exit of the zoo. Food trucks are present selling hotdogs and fries. Toilets are free snd clean. Souvenirs are available too.

8. Weisse Flotte Heidelberg

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Weisse Flotte Heidelberg

Egal, ob Sie Heidelberg zum ersten Mal besuchen, oder die Heimatregion neu entdecken möchten. Unsere Touren bieten zahlreiche Eindrücke, die immer wieder aufs Neue begeistern und vor Allem die Möglichkeit, die Stadt und ihr wandelbares Flusstal aus einem ganz eigenen Blickwinkel zu erleben. Lassen Sie sich von der Schönheit Heidelbergs bezaubern und verlieren Sie Ihr Herz in dieser atemberaubenden Stadt. Die Weisse Flotte ist sowohl etwas für die jüngere, als auch für die ältere Generation. Entdecken Sie zusammen mit uns neue und alte Ufer. Wir freuen uns auf Ihren Besuch!

9. Velotaxi Heidelberg

Velotaxi Heidelberg

We offer Tours through Heidelberg, for example the Old Town Tour, the Green Heidelberg, The River Neckar Tour and the Tasting-Tour! Join us!

10. Joyrides

Joyrides

Discover Heidelberg with the e-bike. Five minutes from the main train station and off you go. Even weekends

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