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Heidelberg’s beautiful and romantic old town is perfect for exploring on foot.
Monuments and attractions are concentrated within a few hundred meters, and even the littlest ones will have no difficulty exploring the beautiful streets of the old town on foot. Perhaps with the necessary breaks along the way.
GETTING AROUND HEIDELBERG BY BIKE
Photo ©, Radoslaw Drozdewski
Heidelberg is a “cyclist-friendly” city, perfect for exploring by bike. It’s no coincidence that the city was chosen as a model for the RadKULTUR project of the Baden-Württemberg Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure. This project aims to encourage greater bicycle use in the region.
There are numerous bike rental agencies in the city with very competitive prices. VRNnextbike and Callabike are among the best, both operating in numerous German cities.
Prices are fairly similar, with prices starting from €1, which includes the unlocking fee and 15 minutes of rental. The maximum limit is €12 for the whole day. Please be sure to return your bike in the designated spaces, otherwise you will incur additional charges. For both, you will need to download the official app and follow the simple, intuitive instructions.
Biking is one of the best options for covering medium distances and for visiting areas slightly further from the center of Heidelberg.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT IN HEIDELBERG
Photo ©, Radoslaw Drozdewski
Getting around Heidelberg by public transport is the preferred option for a third of residents.
RNV (Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH) is the company that manages the public transport system in Heidelberg, Mannheim, and Ludwigshafen.
The integrated transport system covers approximately 200 km and includes rail, bus, and tram.
Public transport is ideal for traveling further from the city center. It can be a good option for those staying far from the historic center. Otherwise, you could easily do without public transport. Especially if your vacation is limited to just one day.
For those who want to reach the castle and enjoy an unparalleled view of the city, there’s the charming funicular.
Heidelberg bus and tram tickets can be purchased directly on the official RNV app.
GETTING AROUND HEIDELBERG BY CAR
A car is only a means of reaching Heidelberg, not of getting around. Thanks to the numerous parking lots in the city, you can leave your car anywhere before continuing on foot. Find all the information on parking in Heidelberg here.
Alternatively, if you’re staying at least one night, it’s a good idea to look for accommodations that include parking for your car. Find all the best places to stay in Heidelberg here.
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