Walking along the Nectar river over the old bridge or Alte Brucke is a pleasant way to take in all the old town’s glory. It is a link between the old town and the opposite bank, the eastern district of Neuenheim. The bridge was first built in the first century CE, with the exact date unknown. It has gone through a series of reconstructions, nine precisely.

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Now known simply as the old bridge, It is arguably the most popular and iconic architectural landmark in Heidelberg. The present bridge is also known as the Karl Theodor Bridge. On the bridge is the monkey statue, which serves as a perfect spot for the photoholics. The monkey statue first appeared in the early 15th century but was destroyed in the Nine Years’ War. A substitute statue has a mirror in one hand, making a sign of the horn gesture with the other hand. Along with taking memorable pictures on the bridge, you also enjoy a stroll along with history while enjoying the city’s amazing vie

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Took one hundred and thirty oak trees to construct; it is the world’s largest known wine barrel. Though rarely used as a wine barrel, its current estimated capacity is 219,000 liters. Though the city has four of such in its history, Heidelberg Tun constructed in 1751 by Prince Elector Karl Theodor is the only existing one. #wine #barell

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The enormous barrel was designed not as a showpiece, but as to collect and store ‘wine tax’ from winegrowers. That purpose was defeated due to irreparable leakages. To maximize the experience, take some steps to the big platform built on top of the Heidelberg Tun, which serves as a dance floor. #wine

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Heidelberg is always bustling with exciting events. Some of the events to look forward to including the international music festival and Heidelberger Stückemarkt in the spring, open-air theater performances and concerts in the summer, Heidelberg Fall Festival in the fall and Heidelberg Christmas Market in December. Regardless of the time, you visit, the small yet big old city is filled with events, leisurely activities, and cultural and historic fascinations. #events #music #festival #activities #cultural #historic

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