What's great about the semester ticket is that you have the opportunity to travel to the surrounding towns of Heidelberg. You should definitely take advantage of this, your semester ticket works on the bus, tram, and bahn. A great place you should check out is the Schwetzigen Castle/Gardens, less than an hour outside of Heidelberg. This castle was built in the early 1700s as a summer get-away for the Electors Palatine Karl III Philipand Charles Theodore. These French influenced gardens are a sight to see; the best time of year to visit is within the month of April when the cherry blossoms are in bloom. These enormous gardens are lined with marble statues, fountains, and beautiful blossoms. There is also a theater in the castle- still in use today, and this is where the electors would come to enjoy operas and concerts. Every summer from May to early June, numerous events are held at the palace, also known as "Schwetzigen Festival". People gather here every year to attend opera shows, piano concerts, orchestras etc. Schwetzigen is quaint town, much smaller than Heidelberg, it's a cute place to travel for sightseeing at the castle/castle gardens, and enjoying a typical german meal in town!
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