Stephanskloster, Heidelberg

Name: Stephanskloster
Address: Heidelberg, Germany

#42 among attractions in Heidelberg

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The St. Stephen's Monastery on the 375.5 m above sea level Michelsberg in Heidelberg is a monastery founded there in the 11th century next to the Michael's Monastery as the second branch of the Lorsch Monastery, of which only foundation remains are preserved today. The Michelsberg is located to the south of the Heiligenberg.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 49°25'11"N, 8°42'15"E

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Stephanskloster – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Schloss Heidelberg, Heiliggeistkirche, Heidelberg Bridge Monkey, Dokumentations- und Kulturzentrum Deutscher Sinti und Roma.

0.8 miSE
16th-century ruined castle on a hillside
Schloss Heidelberg, Heidelberg
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Church with scenic views from the tower
Heiliggeistkirche, Heidelberg
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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 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum
Dokumentations- und Kulturzentrum Deutscher Sinti und Roma, Heidelberg
18 min walk • The Documentation and Cultural Centre of German Sinti and Roma was established in Heidelberg, Germany, in the early 1990s, as a memorial to Sinti and Roma people who were killed by the National Socialists Party.
0.5 miN
Monastery, Historical place
Heiligenberg, Heidelberg
12 min walk • The Heiligenberg is a large wooded hill overlooking the town of Heidelberg in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It rises to around 440 metres NHN.
~1870 ftN
Concerts and shows, Historical place, Theater
Thingstätte, Heidelberg
10 min walk • The Heidelberg Thingstätte is an open-air theatre on the Heiligenberg in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It was built during the Third Reich for performances and events as part of the Thingspiel movement. Until 2018, it was primarily used for unofficial Walpurgis Night celebrations. It is a protected cultural monument.
0.8 miSE
49°24'39"N • 8°42'57"E
Deutsches Apotheken-Museum, Heidelberg
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0.5 miS
Museum, History museum, Historical place
President Friedrich Ebert Memorial, Heidelberg
14 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.
0.6 miS
Museum
Kurpfälzisches Museum, Heidelberg
15 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 miSE
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.
0.4 miN
Monastery, Romanesque architecture
Monastery of St. Michael, Heidelberg
12 min walk • The Monastery of St. Michael German: Michaelskloster, on the Heiligenberg in Heidelberg, was a branch of the nearby Lorsch Abbey. The ruined complex that can be seen today was built beginning in 1023. The monastery was occupied successively by several religious orders before it was abandoned in the 16th century.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Stephanskloster?

Nearby attractions include Bismarcksäule, Heidelberg (9 min walk), Philosophenweg, Heidelberg (9 min walk), Thingstätte, Heidelberg (10 min walk), John Rabe Communication Centre, Heidelberg (11 min walk).

How to get to Stephanskloster by public transport?

The nearest stations to Stephanskloster:

Bus

Alte Brücke Nord • Lines: 37, J (10 min walk)
Marstallstraße • Lines: 35, 754 (12 min walk)

Ferry

Alte Brücke • Lines: Neckarfähre (12 min walk)
Stadthalle • Lines: Neckarfähre (13 min walk)

Tram

Kußmaulstraße • Lines: 23 (16 min walk)
Blumenthalstraße • Lines: 23 (18 min walk)

Train

Station Kornmarkt (18 min walk)
Heidelberg-Altstadt (21 min walk)