Church of St. Peter, Heidelberg

Name: Church of St. Peter
Address: Plöck 70, Heidelberg, 69117, Germany
Telephone: +49 6221 163230

#56 among attractions in Heidelberg

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St. Peter's Church is the oldest church in Heidelberg's old town. Since the late Middle Ages, it has often served as the university chapel of Heidelberg University. It has been a university church since 1896.

Alternative names: Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 49°24'33"N, 8°42'22"E

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Plöck 70Heidelberg 69117 Germany

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+49 6221 163230

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Church of St. Peter – 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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Church with scenic views from the tower
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Monuments and statues
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~800 ftSW
49°24'27"N • 8°42'16"E
Riesenstein - Kakerlakenhockerwand, Heidelberg
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49°24'39"N • 8°42'57"E
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President Friedrich Ebert Memorial, Heidelberg
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~1070 ftNW
Museum
Kurpfälzisches Museum, Heidelberg
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~1690 ftNE
Bridge, Historical place
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Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Church of St. Peter?

Nearby attractions include Universitätsbibliothek, Heidelberg (1 min walk), Neue Universität, Heidelberg (3 min walk), Jesuit Church, Heidelberg (4 min walk), Studentenkarzer, Heidelberg (4 min walk).

How to get to Church of St. Peter by public transport?

The nearest stations to Church of St. Peter:

Bus

Peterskirche • Lines: 30 (1 min walk)
Marstallstraße • Lines: 35, 754 (8 min walk)

Train

Station Kornmarkt (8 min walk)
Schloss (8 min walk)

Ferry

Stadthalle • Lines: Neckarfähre (8 min walk)
Alte Brücke • Lines: Neckarfähre (9 min walk)

Tram

Bismarckplatz • Lines: 22, 23, 26 (15 min walk)
Seegarten • Lines: 21, 22, 23 (18 min walk)