ACCOMMODATION AND TRAVEL PACKAGES FOR GROUPS OF 15 OR MORE
Heidelberg Castle Illumination
AVAILABLE AT THE EVENT WEEKENDS
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.
Please note:
The travel packages for the Heidelberg Castle Illuminations 2026 are sold out. Inquiries for 2027 are available. We look forward to your visit.
Event Dates 2027:
July 10, 2027
September 4, 2027
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.
Your Contact
Would you like to speak personally with one of our Heidelberg experts?
You can reach us at +49 6221 58 40-228 or gruppen@heidelberg-marketing.de.
