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Market Square (Marktplatz), Heidelberg

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Market Square (Marktplatz), Heidelberg's main square, buzzes with activity and is a favorite among locals and tourists alike. Stroll through the platz, soak up the atmosphere, and admire some of its most important buildings, such as the Church of the Holy Ghost and the town hall. Pop into some of the small shops that line the square to pick up local crafts as souvenirs. Grab a seat at a terraced restaurant or bar, sample a hefeweizen beer, and people-watch. Markets are held here on Wednesdays and Saturdays. With our custom trip planner, Heidelberg attractions like Market Square (Marktplatz) can be center stage of your vacation plans, and you can find out about other attractions like it, unlike it, near it, and miles away.

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By samuel8248

This is the most beautiful square in Heidelberg. Located between the main church and the town hall. The castle can also be seen from up the hill

This is the most beautiful square in Heidelberg. Located between the main church and the town hall. The castle can also be seen from up the hill more »
By Denise N

First time since covid hat I have visited Heidelburg Christmas market. This is the fourth visit overall. Always been a magical Christmas event filled with crafts and beautiful Christmas things...

First time since covid hat I have visited Heidelburg Christmas market. This is the fourth visit overall. Always been a magical Christmas event filled with crafts and beautiful Christmas things... more »
By podrozniczka60

This nice square creates the hub for the city walking tour, interesting in every direction. The space is accented by the Holy Ghost Church, decorated by the fountain and lined by various stores and...

This nice square creates the hub for the city walking tour, interesting in every direction. The space is accented by the Holy Ghost Church, decorated by the fountain and lined by various stores and... more »