Neue Universität, Heidelberg

Name: Neue Universität
Address: Grabengasse 1, Heidelberg, 69117, Germany
Telephone: +49 4906 221540

#39 among attractions in Heidelberg

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Heidelberg University, officially the Ruprecht Karl University of Heidelberg, is a public research university in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Founded in 1386 on instruction of Pope Urban VI, Heidelberg is Germany's oldest university and one of the world's oldest surviving universities. It was the third university established in the Holy Roman Empire. ()

Local name: Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg Coordinates: 49°24'38"N, 8°42'24"E

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Grabengasse 1Heidelberg 69117 Germany

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+49 4906 221540

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Neue Universität – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~1800 ftE
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...
~940 ftNE
Church with scenic views from the tower
Heiliggeistkirche, Heidelberg
5 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...
~1230 ftNE
Monuments and statues
Heidelberg Bridge Monkey, Heidelberg
6 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...
~1250 ftSW
49°24'27"N • 8°42'16"E
Riesenstein - Kakerlakenhockerwand, Heidelberg
7 min walk • Climbing
~1000 ftE
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.
0.4 miE
49°24'39"N • 8°42'57"E
Deutsches Apotheken-Museum, Heidelberg
11 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
~840 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
President Friedrich Ebert Memorial, Heidelberg
5 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.
~930 ftW
Museum
Kurpfälzisches Museum, Heidelberg
5 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.
~1250 ftNE
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.
~850 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Theater & Orchester Heidelberg, Heidelberg
5 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.
~370 ftSW
Library, Neo-renaissance architecture, Art Nouveau architecture
Universitätsbibliothek, Heidelberg
2 min walk • The University Library Heidelberg is the central library of the University of Heidelberg. It constitutes together with the 83 decentralized libraries of the faculties and institutes the University Library System, which is headed by the director of the University Library.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Neue Universität?

Nearby attractions include Jesuit Church, Heidelberg (2 min walk), Studentenkarzer, Heidelberg (2 min walk), Löwenbrunnen, Heidelberg (2 min walk), Universitätsbibliothek, Heidelberg (2 min walk).

How to get to Neue Universität by public transport?

The nearest stations to Neue Universität:

Bus

Peterskirche • Lines: 30 (3 min walk)
Marstallstraße • Lines: 35, 754 (6 min walk)

Ferry

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

Train

Station Kornmarkt (7 min walk)
Schloss (8 min walk)

Tram

Bismarckplatz • Lines: 22, 23, 26 (16 min walk)
Seegarten • Lines: 21, 22, 23 (19 min walk)