Heidelberg and the Neckar Valley Travel Guide
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Heidelberg remains one of the best-known—and most visited—cities in Germany, identifiable by its graceful baroque towers and the majestic ruins of its red sandstone castle. From this grand city, the narrow and quiet Neckar Valley makes its way eastward, then turns to the south, taking you past charming villages where the streets are lined with half-timber houses. Most are guarded by their own castle, sometimes in ruins but often revived as a museum or hotel. This part of Germany is aptly named the Burgenstrasse (Castle Road).
Heidelberg and the Neckar Valley Hotels
This area is full of castle-hotels and charming country inns that range in comfort from upscale rustic to luxurious. For a riverside view, ask for a Zimmer...read more
Heidelberg and the Neckar Valley Restaurants
Mittagessen (lunch) in this region is generally served from noon until 2 or 2:30, Abendessen (dinner) from 6 until 9:30 or 10. Durchgehend warme Küche...read more
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Travel Deals in Heidelberg and the Neckar Valley
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Heidelberg and the Neckar Valley Experiences
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Heidelberg Castle: The architectural highlight of the region's most beautiful castle is the Renaissance courtyard—harmonious, graceful... Read more
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Fish and Wild (game) from the streams and woods lining the Neckar Valley, as well as seasonal favorites—Spargel (asparagus), Pilze (mushrooms)... Read more
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