Special services and cultural programme

Culture and leisure in Heidelberg

The Academy of Languages offers many exciting activities for its students, such as excursions, city trips, parties and the weekly Stammtisch.

Best of all, many of these events are free of charge!

Leisure and activities in Heidelberg

Heidelberg is not only known for its university and world-famous castle - the city also offers numerous opportunities for a variety of leisure activities. Whether it's a walk along the Philosophers' Trail, a boat trip on the Neckar, a visit to the many museums and theatres or discovering lively cafés and pubs: there's something for everyone here.

For sports enthusiasts, there are cycling and hiking trails, climbing parks and fitness facilities, while those interested in culture can enjoy festivals, concerts and exhibitions. This makes Heidelberg a place where learning, working and experiencing can be ideally combined.

Cultural programme

  • Services includedAccompaniment, drinks not included; duration: approx. 2 h

  • Price: 10 €
  • Number of persons: ab 8
  • Services included: Accompaniment, admission; duration: approx. 2h
  • Price: 20 €
  • Number of persons: ab 8
  • Services included: Admission, accompaniment on request; Duration: approx. 1 h
  • Price: 35 €
  • Number of persons: ab 8
  • in the Heidelberg jumping centre
  • Services included: Admission, accompaniment on request; Duration: approx. 1 h
  • Price: 30 €
  • Number of persons: ab 8
  • German Pharmacy Museum, Kurpfälzisches Museum, Ethnological Museum, University Museum with Studentenkarzer, Prinzhorn Collection

  • Services included: Admission, accompaniment on request; Duration: approx. 2 h
  • Price: 17 €
  • Number of persons: ab 8
  • in Mannheim

  • Services included: Admission, transport, accompaniment on request; Duration: approx. 4 h
  • Price: 45 €
  • Number of persons: ab 12
  • Services included: Admission, transport, accompaniment on request; Duration: approx. 4 h
  • Price: 45 €
  • Number of persons: ab 12
  • Services included: Admission, transport, accompaniment on request; Duration: approx. 5 h
  • Price: 55 €
  • Number of persons: ab 12
  • Services included: Admission, transport, accompaniment on request; Duration: approx. 8 h
  • Price: 140 €
  • Number of persons: ab 12
  • Services included: Admission, transport, accompaniment on request; Duration: approx. 8 h
  • Price: 170 €
  • Number of persons: ab 20

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Experience Heidelberg and the surrounding area

Discover cultural highlights in Heidelberg

Heidelberg offers a multitude of cultural highlights that will make your stay unforgettable. From historical sights such as Heidelberg Castle to the numerous museums and galleries - there is something for everyone to discover here. Enjoy culture at first hand and broaden your horizons at the same time.

Leisure activities in and around Heidelberg

There are countless ways to spend your free time in Heidelberg. Walks along the Neckar, cycle tours through the surrounding area or a visit to one of the many parks offer the perfect way to relax after German lessons. Sports and leisure clubs also invite you to join in.

Events and functions in Heidelberg

Heidelberg is known for its wide range of events. Whether concerts, theatre performances or local festivals - everyone gets their money's worth at regular events. Take the opportunity to get to know local traditions and make new contacts.

Tips for culinary experiences and going out

The city of Heidelberg offers numerous cafés, restaurants and bars serving regional and international cuisine. Culinary experiences and going out together are the perfect way to enjoy your free time and meet new people. Every break becomes a cultural highlight.

Cultural programme in Heidelberg

Heidelberg offers a diverse cultural programme for all interests: From concerts, theatre performances and art exhibitions to city tours and historical castle visits to literature and film festivals. Our cultural programme complements the language lessons and enables participants to get to know the city, its history and its people at first hand.

In this way, language skills are expanded in a practical way and at the same time exciting insights into the cultural life of Heidelberg are offered - learning and experiencing go hand in hand.

Offers of the Academy of languages

Exam preparation
Intensive German course in Heidelberg – international language students learn German in small groups at Academy of Languages

Prepare specifically for important language examinations such as TOEFL, IELTS, TestDaF or telc. Our specialised courses will give you the knowledge and confidence you need to succeed in the exam.

Language tests

We offer certified language examinations. Whether TestDaF, onSET or TOEFL. Find out more about dates for 2025 here.

German courses

From A1-C2, our German programme. Find out more now.

English courses

Improve your English skills - on site in Heidelberg or conveniently online. Our courses are practice-orientated and suitable for all levels so that you can achieve your language goals quickly.

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