Heidelberg's Hauptstrasse (Main Street), Heidelberg

The main street is a pedestrian zone and a popular shopping street. There are many important buildings, such as the Town Hall, the Church of the Holy Spirit or the Providence Church. The entire main road except the section between Kornmarkt and Karlstor is pedestrian zone. It is by far the most important shopping street in Heidelberg and one of the most frequented in Germany.

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Sight Name: Heidelberg's Hauptstrasse (Main Street)
Sight Location: Heidelberg, Germany
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Travel Distance: 3.3 Km or 2.1 Miles