Hotel Zur Alten Bruecke – A Favorite for Families in Heidelberg

Hotel Zur Alten Bruecke sits at the base of the Alte Brücke (old bridge) in the heart of Heidelberg's Old Town, 500 metres from Heidelberg Castle. The property is a historical townhouse that preserves local heritage and offers direct views of the bridge and castle from many rooms. Guests can walk to the Philosopher's Walk, the Neckertal Odenwald nature park, and all major attractions without a car.

Rooms and suites feature views of the river and bridge, the castle, the romantic courtyard, or the Old Town rooftops. The top-floor suite (room 4) offers 360-degree panoramas of the castle, bridge, and river and is reportedly used by Queen Sylvia of Sweden during her visits to Heidelberg. All rooms are air-conditioned, soundproofed, and allergy-free; some rooms in the side building lack air conditioning and have road noise.

Zum Nepomuk inn serves local cuisine, freshly tapped beers, and fine wines each evening, with large portions that require advance booking. A buffet breakfast is served daily, and in summer it can be enjoyed in the charming inner courtyard with outdoor dining. The restaurant's menu features regional dishes such as whole fish and steak, and the breakfast includes a selection of bread, muesli, and hot food.

The hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi, bicycle storage with a service station, and electric vehicle charging stations in the nearby parking garage. Concierge service, luggage storage, private check-in/check-out, and a minimarket on site are available. For business travellers, meeting/banquet facilities, fax/photocopying, and a barber/beauty shop are provided; pets are allowed.

Heidelberg Castle, the Philosopher's Walk, and the Old Bridge are all within a short walk from the hotel. Guests can join walking tours, bike tours, or tour about local culture, and hiking trails start directly across the bridge. Public transport tickets are sold at the tour desk, and the hotel is close to the Christmas market and university area.

Location: Directly at the Alte Brücke, 500 m from castle

Views: Top-floor suite used by Queen Sylvia of Sweden

Dining: Zum Nepomuk inn with regional cuisine & courtyard

Amenities: Electric vehicle charging, bicycle service station

Services: Concierge, meeting facilities, pet-friendly

Activities: Walking tours, hiking, bike rentals on site