ACCOMMODATION AND TRAVEL PACKAGES FOR GROUPS OF 15 OR MORE
Heidelberg Castle Illumination
AVAILABLE FROM JULY 10 -12, 2026 & SEPTEMBER 4 -6, 2026
Summer Nights Full of Magic
Every year, the magic of the Heidelberg Castle Illuminations draws crowds of thousands of spectators. Bengal lights bathe the world-famous ruin in a mysterious red glow, reminiscent of the destruction during the Palatine War of Succession. The origin of the fireworks from the Old Bridge is not war but love: in 1613, the Elector-Prince Friedrich V staged fireworks
to welcome his young bride, Elisabeth Stuart, and thereby established this 400-year old tradition. Take part in this spectacular event. After a 90 minute cruise along the Neckar River, enjoy the fireworks from a front row seat when the boat drops anchor in front of the Old Bridge, the best viewing position in town.
Schedule for the fireworks boat trip:
Admission as of 7:00 pm, departure at 8:00 pm, end around 11:00 pm.
The seats on the boat are reserved for you.
Your included services at a glance:
- 2 or 3 nights with breakfast
- Return trip on the Funicular Railway to the Castle
- Entrance to the castle courtyard and the German Pharmacy Museum
- Tour of the Old Town or Castle Tour
- Boat trip during the Heidelberg Castle Illumination including 3-course menu
- HeidelbergGuide with city map
Details
of your travel package
Price
starting at € 330 per person
Available on request and subject to availability. We would be happy to make you a personal offer. Price changes may arise due to the travel date and the availability/occupancy of the hotel.
