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Heidelberg Castle
Ruins on the Königstuhl: Heidelberg's Icon
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Heidelberg Castle, a Gothic architectural gem, stands in red Neckar Valley sandstone above Heidelberg's Old Town. Initially built as a fortress, it served as the residence for the Electors of the Palatinate for nearly three centuries. Although it was destroyed during the War of the Palatine Succession, the castle remains a significant testament to noble life in the Holy Roman Empire. A distinctive feature is the Apothecary Tower.
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A lightning strike caused a devastating fire in 1764.
Quick Facts
- Architectural Style
- Gothic
- Heritage Status
- Cultural Heritage Monument
- Wheelchair Access
- Not accessible
- Website
- schloss-heidelberg.de
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- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
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