Set between Heiligenberg on one side of the River Neckar and Königstuhl on the other, Heidelberg is the ideal starting point for walks in the surrounding area.Neckar Valley – four castles and Dilsberg fortress
Take a tour by car or boat into the Neckar valley, 10 kilometres from Heidelberg, and visit the region's four castles. Mittelburg, Hinterburg and Schadeck (swan's nest) offer delightful walks with beautiful views over the river. On the other side of the Neckar is Dilsberg with its wild, romantic fortress.The Wine Route
Combine a trip along the German Wine Route, one of the oldest of the scenic routes, with a spot of wine-tasting: wine-making is an essential facet of this region's special charm. There are plenty of opportunities to sample and to buy top-quality wines.Speyer
Speyer's 2,000 year history is tangible throughout the town. Emperors, kings and bishops have found their final resting place in the crypt of the magnificent cathedral. An old quarter with attractive shops, one of the oldest Jewish baths in Germany, the Old Gate - part of Speyer's old defensive fortifications - and the Gedächtniskirche (memorial church) are among the many places of interest in Speyer.