Town Hall, Heidelberg
The original town hall was destroyed during the Nine Years’ War in 1689. A Baroque-style town hall was completed in 1703, and Hungarian sculptor Heinrich Charrasky added the electoral coat of arms.
The Renaissance north wing was completed in 1890. This main hall features paintings by artist Karl Hoffacker depicting the history of the Electoral Palatinate.
A fire damaged the town hall in 1908. After the fire, a Baroque south wing was added. The bell tower was added to the east facade in 1961.
Today, the town hall houses the Mayor's offices, and town councilors meet here.
The town hall plays an integral part in Heidelberg's Christmas Market. Every year, a Christ child stands on Town Hall's balcony and officially opens the Christmas Market. During the holidays, the hall's facade is illuminated with festive motifs.
The Renaissance north wing was completed in 1890. This main hall features paintings by artist Karl Hoffacker depicting the history of the Electoral Palatinate.
A fire damaged the town hall in 1908. After the fire, a Baroque south wing was added. The bell tower was added to the east facade in 1961.
Today, the town hall houses the Mayor's offices, and town councilors meet here.
The town hall plays an integral part in Heidelberg's Christmas Market. Every year, a Christ child stands on Town Hall's balcony and officially opens the Christmas Market. During the holidays, the hall's facade is illuminated with festive motifs.
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Sight Name: Town Hall
Sight Location: Heidelberg, Germany (See walking tours in Heidelberg)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Heidelberg, Germany (See walking tours in Heidelberg)
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