Follow good directions from Heidelberg as it is a short drive up the Heiligenberg (Holy Mountain). You will not be disappointed. For certain, go online to read the history first. This outdoor "auditorium" is very imposing and a bit mysterious. We know why the Nazis created it, but not necessarily why in that spot and on that mountain. If you... More

This was pretty strenuous to get to as most of the way you are walking up hill from the phiosopeanweg, however it is a very unique site. There is a small restaurant right next to is so you can get a Gluhwein to warm up if you are there in the winter, or a beer or pop to cool down... More

I have been to the Thingstatte many times over the years and am always filled with a sense of history when I look back at the staging area with the old flag posts still seeming to stand at attention. Every guest I have taken has been able to get a sense of those times when the Nazi were in power.... More

Once you climb the mountain, at the end of it you can found this amphitheater built by Hitler. you get goose-puns when you realize the purpose of it, when it was built and how many people can be there. The structure is in good shape. More

We followed Philosopher's weg into the woods and ended up at Thingstadt. The hike provides a beautiful view of downtown Heidelberg. More

The Thingstatte is a rare-in-these-parts Nazi leftover in the hills above Heidelberg, a piece of history marvellously preserved and free to all visitors. This eerie amphitheatre is a must-see for any visitor in the area. Further up the hill is the ruins of an ancient monastery, also free to explore. Partially underground rooms and towers a few stories high are... More

We hiked up the mountain to see the amplitheatre. The hike was fun and seeing both the amplitheatre and the monastary amazing. More

The Thingstätte was built by the Nazis as a place to have their rallies. It was partially completed by slave labor, as I understand it. This is very sobering history, and seems especially potent when you see it now in its quasi-abandoned, weedy glory. The size of it is quite impressive, especially when you climb to the top and look... More

Can do by car or a round trip 2-3 hour hike from Alstadt. Well worth the visit as are the nearby ruins of St Michaels. Biergarten and free parking. More