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Hiking the Philosopher's Path in Heidelberg — hiking from Germany’s southern cities

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Hiking the Philosopher's Path in Heidelberg — hiking from Germany’s southern cities

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Hiking the Philosopher's Path in Heidelberg — hiking from Germany’s southern cities

02:41

9.63km

180m

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Have you always wanted to photograph a perfect postcard motif yourself? Then this fantastically beautiful hike along the Philosophenweg above the roofs of Heidelberg is ideal. There you will not only find a vantage point from which you can have an extraordinary view of the venerable city. In addition, you will also get to know the Mediterranean side of Heidelberg on the ten-kilometer tour.

The starting point is the Bismarckplatz stop, which you can easily reach by public transport. From there, the hike takes you over the Theodor-Heuss Bridge over the Neckar. Enjoy the view over the flowing water and the houses nestled on the surrounding slopes surrounded by trees.

Now it goes up towards Michelsberg, where you will find the Eichendorf plant - a wonderful park with plants from southern regions. From there, the Philosophenweg takes you to the monastery brewery - you should definitely make a stop here - then back down to Heidelberg and along the river.

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Last updated: May 31, 2024

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Theodor-Heuss-Bridge with a view of the old town

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The Neckar completes the perfect backdrop: mountains, lots of greenery, the beautiful old buildings and then the imposing river that runs through the middle of the town.

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Philosophers' Garden on the Philosophenweg

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Nice little park on the Philosophenweg - right next to it is a small kiosk, which is probably only open in summer.

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Philosophenweg Heidelberg

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There is no path in Heidelberg more famous than this one. But with the view on offer, it's no wonder.

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Klosterhof Brewery Heidelberg (Neuburg Abbey)

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The monastery brewery is an organic brewery on the premises of the Neuburg Abbey. It was opened in 2009. The beers produced here can be purchased directly on site or in various supermarkets in the region. Highly recommended from personal experience: the amber wheat and the pale.

Further information: brauerei-zum-klosterhof.de

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6.86 km

1.28 km

844 m

351 m

293 m

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3.89 km

2.76 km

2.05 km

409 m

293 m

221 m

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Friday 17 July

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May 9, 2024,vom Bismarckplatz zur Abtei Neuenburg

Up through the villa district to the terraces of the Philosophenweg. The most beautiful view of Heidelberg, with the old town, castle and Königstuhl. Then, parallel to the Neckar, the path continues through the forest towards Ziegelhausen. Neuenburg Monastery invites you to stop for a rest, and there is also a good beer.

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April 12, 2026,Heidelberg - Philosophenweg 🥾, Neckar 💧und ein Abstecher in die Altstadt 🥐 (Tipps)

By public transport (vrn.de) we go from the main station to Bismarckplatz. From there, after just a few minutes, we reach the Philosophenweg.

In the Philosophengärtchen, there is an opportunity to take photos under palm trees 🌴, with the castle in the background.

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November 9, 2024,Heidelberg: Philosophenweg und Stift Neuburg

Today the sun should once again fight its way through the thick clouds. This caused interesting light impressions this morning before the sun really came out this afternoon.

The famous Philosopher's Walk is on the agenda today. This is the most famous hiking trail in Heidelberg, which the students liked to use for undisturbed time together.

de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philosophenweg_(Heidelberg)

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May 7, 2026,Kurze Tour mit Philosophenweg🥾🥾⚒️

When you are in Heidelberg, then the Philosophenweg is a must.
So our last tour led us along this beautiful path. You always have wonderful views of the castle and the Heidelberg old town.
Before we went down to the Neckar, we made a detour to the Neuburg Benedictine Monastery. Also a place worth seeing.
Along the river back to …

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December 31, 2024,Wanderung auf dem Philosophenweg in Heidelberg – Wandern in den Städten des Südens

Beautiful hike in Heidelberg to end the year 🎆🙂👍🥾

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March 23, 2026,Wanderung auf dem Philosophenweg in Heidelberg 🚶🚶🏼‍♀️☀️

After we had cancelled our dream trip to Iceland/New York due to considerable flight chaos, we finally ended up in Heidelberg. That always works out 😊. And so, today we first hiked the Philosophenweg. Great views, blooming trees, the beautiful little Philosopher's Garden - and benches in cozy spots everywhere invite you to linger 😍. About halfway through the tour, …

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December 31, 2022,Silvesterwanderung von Heidelberg zum Stift Neuburg

It was actually supposed to go to the New Year's Eve concert, but people came towards us rather than going to the concert. The concert was just too well attended and so it turned into a nice New Year's Eve hike!

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June 24, 2023,Heidelberg Philosophenweg

At the end of the 3-day Heidelberg/BUGA trip, we went on a nice hike on the Philosophenweg.

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April 8, 2022

Have you always wanted to photograph a perfect postcard motif yourself? Then this fantastically beautiful hike along the Philosophenweg above the roofs of Heidelberg is ideal. There you will not only find a vantage point from which you can have an extraordinary view of the venerable city. In addition

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Hiking the Philosopher's Path in Heidelberg — hiking from Germany’s southern cities

Theodor-Heuss-Bridge with a view of the old town

Philosophers' Garden on the Philosophenweg

Philosophenweg Heidelberg

Klosterhof Brewery Heidelberg (Neuburg Abbey)

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