The Best Bars In Heidelberg, Germany
Τhe picturesque city of Heidelberg, built on the shores of Neckar, used to be the center of German romanticism and is the place where the first German university was established. Nowadays, it is a highly preferred tourist destination with a number of attractions, like the Altstadt and the palace. Here’s our guide to some of Heidelberg’s best bars.
Vetter's Alt Heidelberger Brauhaus
Bar, Pub
Vetter’s Alt Heidelberger Brauhaus
Vetter’s is famous for brewing the world’s strongest beer at 33% alcohol content: the great Vetter 33 ale. Located very close to the shores of Neckar river, this bar offers friendly service, great snacks and food (try the mixed salads, the sausages and the schnitzels) and an endless variety of beers.
Vetter’s Alt Heidelberger Brauhaus, 9 Steingasse street, Heidelberg, Germany, +49 6221 165850
Live music night | Courtesy of O’ Reilly’s Irish Pub
P11 Cafe-Bar
Bar, Cafe, Pub
P11 Cafe-Bar
This is a friendly hotspot on Bahnhofstrasse, open all day long. This bar has some interesting lunch options and a quality selection of beers and drinks.
P11 Cafe-Bar, 63 Bahnhofstrasse, Heidelberg, Germany, +49 6221 6593223
St Patrick’s day | Courtesy of O’ Reilly’s Irish PubSonderbar
Bar
Sonderbar
Sonderbar serves great beers and plays alternative rock music. There’s a great atmosphere and reasonable prices.
Sonderbar, 13 Untere Strasse, Heidelberg, Germany, +49 6221 25200
Jinx
Bar, Pub
Jinx
Jinx is a modern bar with club atmosphere, serving beers, drinks, cocktails and champagnes. A dynamic place, ideal for those who prefer intense nightlife, loud music, dancing and partying.
Jinx bar, 20 Untere Strasse, Heidelberg, Germany, +49 6221 5997494
Karaoke night | Courtesy of O’ Reilly’s Irish PubMel's Bar
Bar, Pub Grub
O’ Reilly’s Irish Pub
Pub, Irish
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