Königstuhl, Heidelberg

Name: Königstuhl
Address: 12 Königstuhl, Heidelberg, Germany

#8 among attractions in Heidelberg

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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The Königstuhl, is a 567.8 metres high hill in the Odenwald Mountains and in the city of Heidelberg, in the German state of Baden-Württemberg. The Königstuhl summit allows visitors views of the city of Heidelberg and the Neckar river. On days with good conditions the view extends to the Pfaelzerwald, which is roughly 40–50 km away. ()

Alternative names: Elevation: 1863 ftCoordinates: 49°23'54"N, 8°43'28"E

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

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

0.9 miNW
16th-century ruined castle on a hillside
Schloss Heidelberg, Heidelberg
24 min walk • Perched on a hillside overlooking the city of Heidelberg, Schloss Heidelberg, or Heidelberg Castle, stands as a majestic ruin that whispers tales of Germany's storied past. This Renaissance structure, with its mix of styles from Gothic to Renaissance, has been a...
1.2 miNW
Church with scenic views from the tower
Heiliggeistkirche, Heidelberg
30 min walk • Nestled within the picturesque city of Heidelberg, the Heiliggeistkirche stands as a testament to the region's rich Protestant heritage. This magnificent church, with its imposing Gothic architecture, is a defining feature of the city's skyline and a must-visit...
1.2 miNW
Monuments and statues
Heidelberg Bridge Monkey, Heidelberg
32 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...
1.1 miNW
49°24'27"N • 8°42'16"E
Riesenstein - Kakerlakenhockerwand, Heidelberg
29 min walk • Climbing
0.8 miN
Park
Hortus Palatinus, Heidelberg
22 min walk • The Hortus Palatinus, or Garden of the Palatinate, was a Baroque garden attached to Heidelberg Castle, Germany.
1.1 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum
Dokumentations- und Kulturzentrum Deutscher Sinti und Roma, Heidelberg
28 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.
1 miNW
49°24'39"N • 8°42'57"E
Deutsches Apotheken-Museum, Heidelberg
25 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
1.2 miNW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
President Friedrich Ebert Memorial, Heidelberg
32 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.
1.2 miNW
Bridge, Historical place
Alte Brücke, Heidelberg
32 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.
~1840 ftNE
Theme park, Amusement park
Märchenparadies Heidelberg, Heidelberg
9 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.
1 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Gaisberg, Heidelberg
25 min walk • Gaisberg is a mountain of Baden-Württemberg, Germany.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Königstuhl?

Nearby attractions include Heidelberg-Königstuhl State Observatory, Heidelberg (5 min walk), Märchenparadies Heidelberg, Heidelberg (9 min walk), Königstuhl-Mountain, Heidelberg (10 min walk), Telecommunication Tower of US-Forces Heidelberg, Heidelberg (13 min walk).

How to get to Königstuhl by public transport?

The nearest stations to Königstuhl:

Bus

MPI Astronomie • Lines: 30 (4 min walk)
Sternwarte • Lines: 30, 39 (6 min walk)

Train

Königstuhl (10 min walk)
Molkenkur (20 min walk)

Ferry

Alte Brücke • Lines: Neckarfähre (33 min walk)
Stadthalle • Lines: Neckarfähre (37 min walk)