Want to see the Top things to do in Heidelberg, Germany? Then this is the travel guide for you. See what you can do in a weekend and why it should be on your bucket list! Just 45 minutes outside of Frankfurt, Germany. The University town of Heidelberg packs a punch with charming scenery and lots of attractions and activities to keep you happy for a few days. Situated in the Neckar Valley, Heidelberg is famed for a number of things. Home to the largest wine barrel in the world. The longest pedestrian shopping street of any European Town /City, the glorious Heidelberg Palace and gardens and not forgetting the 3 tier Funicular railway to Wizz you up the Königstuhl hill. In this guide, I will show you my top things to do around the Old Town, during a busy summer visit.