Gaisberg Tower – Heidelberg Castle loop from Heidelberg

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Gaisberg Tower – Heidelberg Castle loop from Heidelberg

Moderate

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Gaisberg Tower – Heidelberg Castle loop from Heidelberg

02:10

6.73km

280m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

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After 4.63 km for 159 m

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2.33 km

Gaisberg Tower

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Quaint tower - the spiral staircase meanders up the outside of the tower.

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4.23 km

Viewpoint

4.58 km

Heidelberg Castle

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The huge castle of Heidelberg is itself as a ruin one of the most beautiful castles of Germany. Unlike Neuschwanstein Castle, Heidelberg Castle has a history of almost 900 years. …

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4.79 km

View of Heidelberg from Heidelberg Castle

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From the castle you have a wonderful view over Heidelberg with the dominating Church of the Holy Spirit

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5.20 km

Kornmarkt

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From the 13th century, the Holy Spirit Hospital was located on the Kornmarkt. The outline of the former chapel of the hospital is identified by the paving on the square.

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5.24 km

Kornmarkt Fountain and View of Heidelberg Castle

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Idyllic place full of flair in the old town.

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5.38 km

Heidelberg Market Square

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The market square is one of the oldest squares in the city and central.

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5.88 km

Heidelberg Hauptstraße

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With approx. 1.6 km, one of the largest pedestrian zones in Europe. Here everyone can "feast" or "shop".

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5.97 km

Heidelberg Old Town

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The historic city center is the lively old town with cobbled streets, centuries-old buildings and busy market squares, over which Heidelberg Castle, located on a hill, with its gardens towers. …

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