The City of Heidelberg

Heidelberg is considered one of the most beautiful university towns in Germany. Located on the Neckar River, the city captivates several million visitors each year and offers students a youthful and dynamic atmosphere.

Of Heidelberg’s 160,000 residents, about 40,000 are students, most of whom attend Heidelberg University. The university was founded in 1386. It is considered one of the most innovative in all of Europe and is the oldest university in Germany.

Among the many subjects one can study in Heidelberg, the fields of medicine, law, and the natural sciences are particularly popular with students and highly regarded.

Thanks to its central location, Heidelberg offers quick access to many other major cities, such as Karlsruhe, Frankfurt, Stuttgart, and Cologne.

Good to Know

Approximately 40,000 of the city’s 160,000 residents are students.
Heidelberg University—founded in 1386—is Germany’s oldest university.
The city offers quick access to Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Karlsruhe, and Cologne.

Alte Brücke mit Schloss und Altstadt

Gallery

Blick auf Schloss und Altstadt im Herbst
Brückenaffe an der Alten Brücke
Ausflugsschiff auf dem Neckar
Alte Brücke mit Schloss und Altstadt
Veranstaltung: Herzballons im Prüfungszentrum
Freizeit: Blick auf Heidelberg vom Aussichtspunkt
Freizeit: Gruppenbild vor dem Straßburger Münster
Freizeit: Wanderung auf dem Waldweg
Brückentor im Winter
Marktplatz mit Herkulesbrunnen und Rathaus
Villa am Hang im Herbstlaub
Villen am Neckarufer im Sommer
Freizeit: Gruppenbild vor dem Straßburger Münster

Leisure Activities with Alpha Aktiv

We enjoy spending time together in and around Heidelberg. 

Here, for example, we take students to Heidelberg Castle or visit the city of Strasbourg in France. This is a great opportunity for you to get to know the other students better and explore the surrounding area outside of class.