Market Square (Marktplatz), Heidelberg

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.