Heidelberg lies on the lower Neckar at an average elevation of 121 meters above sea level, at the western edge of the Odenwald. The Neckar flows at 105 m through the narrow valley; Heidelberg Castle perches at 300 m; the Königstuhl, the city's highest point, reaches 567 m. Heidelberg hosts Germany's oldest university (founded 1386).
That works out to roughly 397 feet above sea level. The nearby cities compared on this page average 113 m, putting Heidelberg roughly on par with them.
Quick Facts
| Elevation (above sea level) | 121 m |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 49.4093° N, 8.6942° E |
| Country | Germany |
| Continent | Europe |
Compare elevations – nearby cities
| City | Elevation (m) | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Mannheim | 104 | Germany |
| Frankfurt | 103 | Germany |
| Karlsruhe | 122 | Germany |
| Mainz | 122 | Germany |
Cities with a similar elevation
The following cities sit at an elevation similar to Heidelberg (121 m above sea level):
| City | Elevation (m) | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Wiesbaden | 122 | Germany |
| Bielefeld | 124 | Germany |
| Leipzig | 113 | Germany |
| Dresden | 113 | Germany |
| Halle | 104 | Germany |
Frequently Asked Questions
How high is Heidelberg above sea level?
Heidelberg averages 121 m above sea level. The Neckar flows at 105 m; Heidelberg Castle at 300 m; the Königstuhl at 567 m.
How high is the Königstuhl near Heidelberg?
The Königstuhl at 567 m is the highest point in the city area and one of the most prominent peaks of the northern Odenwald. A funicular runs from the market square (100 m) to the mountain station (550 m).
When was Heidelberg University founded?
Ruprecht Karl University Heidelberg was founded in 1386 – Germany's oldest university and one of Europe's oldest. It consistently ranks among Europe's leading research universities.