Heidelberg: Neckar River, Cave, Odenwald – Active Highlights Discovery Tour

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ID: GYG1254091-1921003
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Country: Germany

Duration: 11:00 hours


Description

Enjoy an extremely active, exciting, and eventful day, alternating between climbs and descents, with spectacular views of the Neckar Valley and the Odenwald.
In a small group of no more than 6 participants, discover the enchanting, romantic Neckar Valley, the impressive Dilsberg Fortress, and charming, historic small towns. Enjoy a guided hike to the highest mountain in the Odenwald, descend from Hirschhorn Castle to the picturesque Old Town, and immerse yourself in fascinating legends. You'll also be amazed by the unique Eberstadt Stalactite Cave.

Your day will begin in a comfortable, air-conditioned van, departing from one of the pick-up locations in Heidelberg, Weinheim, or Mörlenbach. We will explore the breathtakingly beautiful old town of Neckargemünd, nestled in the Neckar Valley, winding through ancient alleyways and passing by historic half-timbered houses.
Join us in visiting the remains of Dilsberg Castle, with its myths and legends, and learn about the tragic love story that once unfolded here.

Continuing along the Neckar, you will visit another jewel of the Neckar Valley: Eberbach. Here, you can sample the famous Viktoria von Eberbach cake, which even delighted Queen Elizabeth.

Afterward, you will visit one of the most beautiful surviving dripstone caves formed in shell limestone. Featuring unique stalagmite formations, including one shaped like a wedding cake, you will learn on a guided tour how the past shaped this cave and immerse yourself in its incredible magic.

Now it's time to lace up your hiking boots – we'll climb the eroded crater of an extinct volcano on the highest mountain in the Odenwald and explore its fascinating surroundings and the fascinating story of its formation.

After a short break in the van, we'll get active again and visit the southernmost castle in Hesse, perched high above the Neckar River, where we'll enjoy the fantastic views. From here, our route will take us down, accompanied by panoramic views, to one of the oldest and most tranquil towns in the Neckar Valley.

At the end of this eventful and adventurous day, you will have plenty of great photos and memories to take home.

Highlights

  • Soak up the atmosphere of bygone times on the Dilsberg, high above the Neckar River.
  • Discover the Neckar gems of Neckargemünd, Eberbach, and Hirschhorn.
  • Venture deep into the earth and marvel at the stalactites.
  • Climb the highest mountain in the Odenwald and enjoy spectacular views.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour is not handicapped accessible. You should be physically fit and able to walk confidently. 
This experience takes place in any weather. Please bring warmer clothing for the dripstone cave – the temperature there is around 11 degrees Celsius (51.8 degrees Fahrenheit) year-round.
INCLUDED
  • Round-trip transportation from Heidelberg, Weinheim, or Mörlenbach in a comfortable, air-conditioned van
  • Entrance and guided tour of drip stone cave
  • Entrance ticket to the Dilsberg Castle Festival
  • Guided hikes
  • Guided city walking tour
  • Bottled water
NOT INCLUDED
  • Food/Drinks

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.