Alte Brücke, Heidelberg

Name: Alte Brücke
Address: Heidelberg, Germany
Telephone: +49 6221 5844444

#16 among attractions in Heidelberg

Bridge, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

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. The current bridge, made of Neckar sandstone and the ninth built on the site, was constructed in 1788 by Elector Charles Theodore, and is one of the best-known landmarks and tourist destinations in Heidelberg. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1788 (236 years ago)Length: 656 ftHeight: 23 ftCoordinates: 49°24'48"N, 8°42'35"E

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Alte Brücke – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~1780 ftSE
16th-century ruined castle on a hillside
Schloss Heidelberg, Heidelberg
9 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...
~440 ftS
Church with scenic views from the tower
Heiliggeistkirche, Heidelberg
3 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...
~40 ftW
Monuments and statues
Heidelberg Bridge Monkey, Heidelberg
1 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...
0.5 miSW
49°24'27"N • 8°42'16"E
Riesenstein - Kakerlakenhockerwand, Heidelberg
13 min walk • Climbing
0.5 miSE
Park
Hortus Palatinus, Heidelberg
13 min walk • The Hortus Palatinus, or Garden of the Palatinate, was a Baroque garden attached to Heidelberg Castle, Germany.
~980 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum
Dokumentations- und Kulturzentrum Deutscher Sinti und Roma, Heidelberg
5 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.
~1720 ftSE
49°24'39"N • 8°42'57"E
Deutsches Apotheken-Museum, Heidelberg
9 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
~430 ftSW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
President Friedrich Ebert Memorial, Heidelberg
3 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.
~1740 ftSW
Museum
Kurpfälzisches Museum, Heidelberg
9 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.
0.7 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Gaisberg, Heidelberg
19 min walk • Gaisberg is a mountain of Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
~1900 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Theater & Orchester Heidelberg, Heidelberg
10 min walk • Theater & Orchester Heidelberg is a theatre in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. The Heidelberger Stückemarkt, an annual theatre festival and competition for emerging playwrights, is held at the theatre.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Alte Brücke?

Nearby attractions include Heidelberg Bridge Monkey, Heidelberg (1 min walk), President Friedrich Ebert Memorial, Heidelberg (3 min walk), Heiliggeistkirche, Heidelberg (3 min walk), Hercules Brunnen, Heidelberg (3 min walk).

How to get to Alte Brücke by public transport?

The nearest stations to Alte Brücke:

Ferry

Alte Brücke • Lines: Neckarfähre (1 min walk)
Stadthalle • Lines: Neckarfähre (9 min walk)

Bus

Alte Brücke • Lines: 754 (2 min walk)
Alte Brücke Nord • Lines: 37, J (4 min walk)

Train

Station Kornmarkt (5 min walk)
Schloss (9 min walk)

Tram

Bismarckplatz • Lines: 22, 23, 26 (21 min walk)
Seegarten • Lines: 21, 22, 23 (24 min walk)