Heidelberg and Schwetzingen Castles Day Trip from Frankfurt

Name: Heidelberg and Schwetzingen Castles Day Trip from Frankfurt
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3.5(2)8 hr 30 minGerman, EnglishBook 2 days aheadFrankfurt, Germany

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Visit two German castles in one day on this must-do day trip from Frankfurt! With a tour of Heidelberg Castle and the city’s Old Town included plus a visit to Schwetzingen Castle, the day trip is the perfect excursion for lovers of history, architecture and scenery alike. Take the scenic route back to Frankfurt, traveling along the German Wine Road and admiring idyllic scenery and picturesque towns like Neustadt.

Numbers are limited to 14 on this small-group tour, ensuring personalized attention from a guide.

Included

Admission to Heidelberg Castle
Transportation in a van or bus from/to Frankfurt
Admission to Schwetzingen Castle
English/german speaking tour guide

Not included

Food and drinks
Gratuities

What you'll do

Schloss Heidelberg
Schlosshof 1, Heidelberg, Germany
In the morning departure to Heidelberg: First stop at the castle ruins high above the valley, the landmark of the city. This castle has been the residence of the mighty electors for fivehundred years and is considered as the epitome of German Romanticism. Your guide will show you the impressing courtyard, the large terrace and the biggest winebarrels worldwide. Afterwards we go on a walking tour through the medieval town center.
2h 30mAdmission included
Schwetzingen Palace
Schloss Mittelbau, Schwetzingen, Germany
Later we continue to Schwetzingen to visit the former summer residence of the Elector Palatine. The tour takes you through the restored rooms and halls, which feature authentic furniture of the 18th century are equipped. Even more famous than the castle itself are its fantastic gardens in English and French style, the entire system is unparalleled in Europe.
2h 30mAdmission included

Meeting and pickup

2 locations

Pickup details

Departure at 09:30 am / Frankfurt, Wiesenhuettenplatz 38 / SIDEWALK Your guide will pick you up there! Meeting time: always 10 minutes before departure Take note: Do not enter the hotel Le Meridien at this place, we do not pick up in the hotel lobby and also not directly at the entrance.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infants and children must sit in a child seat, which means they need a separate seat, no matter which age (legal regulation)

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.