Völkerkundemuseum, Heidelberg

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Völkerkundemuseum (address: Hauptstrasse 235) is a place located in Heidelberg (Baden-Württemberg state) and belongs to the category of museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 397 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 49°24'48"N latitude and 8°42'54"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Völkerkundemuseum is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Herrenmühle (bus, 4 min walk), Station Kornmarkt (train, 6 min walk), Alte Brücke (ferry, 7 min walk), Bismarckplatz (tram, 27 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Karlsplatz (historical place, 4 min walk), Karlstor (monuments and statues, 4 min walk), Deutsches Apotheken-Museum (museum, 5 min walk).

Coordinates: 49°24'48"N, 8°42'54"E

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Hauptstrasse 235Heidelberg Germany

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

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

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16th-century ruined castle on a hillside
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Heiliggeistkirche, Heidelberg
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Monuments and statues
Heidelberg Bridge Monkey, Heidelberg
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Riesenstein - Kakerlakenhockerwand, Heidelberg
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Dokumentations- und Kulturzentrum Deutscher Sinti und Roma, Heidelberg
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~900 ftS
49°24'39"N • 8°42'57"E
Deutsches Apotheken-Museum, Heidelberg
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~1600 ftW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
President Friedrich Ebert Memorial, Heidelberg
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0.6 miW
Museum
Kurpfälzisches Museum, Heidelberg
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~1260 ftW
Bridge, Historical place
Alte Brücke, Heidelberg
7 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.
0.8 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Gaisberg, Heidelberg
21 min walk • Gaisberg is a mountain of Baden-Württemberg, Germany.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Völkerkundemuseum?

Nearby attractions include Karlsplatz, Heidelberg (4 min walk), Karlstor, Heidelberg (4 min walk), Deutsches Apotheken-Museum, Heidelberg (5 min walk), Kornmarkt, Heidelberg (5 min walk).

How to get to Völkerkundemuseum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Völkerkundemuseum:

Bus

Herrenmühle • Lines: M5 (4 min walk)
Alte Brücke • Lines: 754 (5 min walk)

Train

Station Kornmarkt (6 min walk)
Heidelberg-Altstadt (8 min walk)

Ferry

Alte Brücke • Lines: Neckarfähre (7 min walk)
Stadthalle • Lines: Neckarfähre (15 min walk)

Tram

Bismarckplatz • Lines: 22, 23, 26 (27 min walk)
Seegarten • Lines: 21, 22, 23 (29 min walk)