Heidelberg

On a tip from a coworker, we went to check out Heidelberg on Sunday. It was only a 2.5 hr drive north on a gorgeous day. It is supposedly America's favorite German town. And it certainly lived up to that reputation, if that is what it is, because it became our favorite. We arrived and took the funicular up the mountain to the castle.

Funicular is a word Marty has issues with. Everytime he relates the story of our visit to Heidelberg, he uses a different word for it. Trainicular, venicular, spikular, trinicular, vehicular. Makes me laugh! Ridicular!!

Anywho, here's some pics of one of the best romantic castles in Europe.


The grounds are huge, and it made for a pleasant afternoon stroll.


People were everywhere, yet it didn't feel crowded.


The green grass and multitude of shade trees invited visitors to picnic, layout, and read books in the cool breezes.


There was this one fabulous free-standing wall.


The view of the city below was lovely.


I especially loved the stone arch bridge.


There were amazing buildings and churches dotting the hillside.


In this courtyard below, we met an artist who was drawing Heidelberg city scenes.


We bought one of this view of the castle from below. You'll have to come visit us when we get back to the states to see the artist's interpretation of it.


We wandered through the town and ventured out on the bridge.


There were musicians playing, people dancing, and nice statues to enjoy.


We visited the Holy Ghost church and took the 4 spiral stairways, for a total of 200 steps, to the top.


and more spectacular views of the city.



Heidelberg: put it on your list if ever you are in Germany.