Philosophenweg

Philosophenweg is a scenic path that winds through the Heidelberg forest that extends for 2 steep kilometers, also known as Schlangenweg (Snake's path). You can get the best view of the castle from Philosopher's Way, many people walk their dogs/ jog here- definitely a major tourist attraction.


This is definitely one of the wealthier places to reside, the extravagant homes are surrounded by wineries, gardens, historical landmarks and more. The name dates back to the 1900s; two renowned physicists, Hans Jensen (nobel prize winner) and Hugo Merton resided here in the early 1900s, and now their homes are used as buildings of the Faculty of Physics for the University present-day. Philosophers, scholars, and musicians used to stroll here to gather peace and quiet to write poems and songs and thats how students derived the name today.

Exotic plant life- bamboo, lemon trees, American cypresses!