Hortus Palatinus, Heidelberg

Name: Hortus Palatinus
Address: Heidelberg, Germany

#6 among attractions in Heidelberg

Top attraction, Relax in park, Park

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The Hortus Palatinus, or Garden of the Palatinate, was a Baroque garden attached to Heidelberg Castle, Germany. The garden was commissioned by Frederick V, Elector Palatine in 1614 for his new wife, Elizabeth Stuart, and became famous across Europe during the 17th century for the landscaping and horticultural techniques involved in its design. At the time it was known as the 'Eighth Wonder of the World', and has since been termed 'Germany's greatest Renaissance garden.' ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: BaroqueElevation: 709 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 49°24'36"N, 8°43'8"E

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Day trips

Hortus Palatinus – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Schloss Heidelberg, Heiliggeistkirche, Heidelberg Bridge Monkey, Riesenstein - Kakerlakenhockerwand.

~1170 ftW
16th-century ruined castle on a hillside
Schloss Heidelberg, Heidelberg
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0.4 miW
Church with scenic views from the tower
Heiliggeistkirche, Heidelberg
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0.5 miNW
Monuments and statues
Heidelberg Bridge Monkey, Heidelberg
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the picturesque city of Heidelberg, Germany, the Heidelberg Bridge Monkey holds a unique place in local folklore and tourist curiosity. This bronze sculpture is not just a whimsical figure; it represents a piece of Heidelberg's history...
0.7 miW
49°24'27"N • 8°42'16"E
Riesenstein - Kakerlakenhockerwand, Heidelberg
18 min walk • Climbing
~1920 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum
Dokumentations- und Kulturzentrum Deutscher Sinti und Roma, Heidelberg
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~780 ftNW
49°24'39"N • 8°42'57"E
Deutsches Apotheken-Museum, Heidelberg
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0.5 miW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
President Friedrich Ebert Memorial, Heidelberg
13 min walk • The President Friedrich Ebert Memorial in Heidelberg commemorates the life and work of Friedrich Ebert, who was born in the house on 4 February 1871.
0.7 miW
Museum
Kurpfälzisches Museum, Heidelberg
19 min walk • The Kurpfälzisches Museum is a museum of art and archaeology in Heidelberg, Germany. It is located in the Palais Morass. It was founded in the late 1870s, when the city of Heidelberg purchased the private collection of the artist and art historian Charles de Graimberg.
0.5 miNW
Bridge, Historical place
Alte Brücke, Heidelberg
13 min walk • The Karl Theodor Bridge, commonly known as the Old Bridge, is an arch bridge in Heidelberg that crosses the Neckar river. It connects the Old City with the eastern part of the Neuenheim district of the city on the opposite bank.
0.7 miSE
Theme park, Amusement park
Märchenparadies Heidelberg, Heidelberg
19 min walk • The Fairytale Paradise Königstuhl is an amusement park on the summit of the Heidelberg Königstuhl. It was opened in 1972 by the Heidelberger Straßen- und Bergbahn AG with the aim of better utilizing the Heidelberg mountain railroad.
0.8 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Gaisberg, Heidelberg
20 min walk • Gaisberg is a mountain of Baden-Württemberg, Germany.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Hortus Palatinus?

Nearby attractions include Deutsches Apotheken-Museum, Heidelberg (4 min walk), Schloss Heidelberg, Heidelberg (6 min walk), Völkerkundemuseum, Heidelberg (8 min walk), Karlstor, Heidelberg (8 min walk).

How to get to Hortus Palatinus by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hortus Palatinus:

Bus

Heidelberg Schloß • Lines: 30 (7 min walk)
Molkenkur • Lines: 30 (7 min walk)

Train

Molkenkur (7 min walk)
Schloss (7 min walk)

Ferry

Alte Brücke • Lines: Neckarfähre (13 min walk)
Stadthalle • Lines: Neckarfähre (20 min walk)

Tram

Bismarckplatz • Lines: 22, 23, 26 (30 min walk)