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Alte Universität (Old University)
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The three-story baroque structure was built between 1712 and 1735 at the behest of the elector Johann Wilhelm, although Heidelberg's Ruprecht Karl University was originally founded in 1386. Today it houses the University Museum, with exhibits that chronicle the history of Germany's oldest university. The present-day Universitätsplatz (University Square) was built over the remains of an Augustinian monastery that was destroyed by the French in 1693.
- Address: Grabeng. 1-3, Heidelberg, 69117 | Map It
- Phone: 06221/542-152
- Cost: €3
- Hours: Apr.--Sept., Tues.--Sun. 10--6; Oct., Tues.--Sun. 10--4, Nov.--Mar., Tues.--Sat. 10--4
- Location: Heidelberg
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