Heidelberg, Germany

I was in Heidelberg this past weekend to enjoy the Schlossbeleuchtung (castle lighting) and fireworks. On the first Saturday in June and September, and the 2nd Saturday in July, the castle and old bridge are illuminated with lights and fireworks. This is to remember the times in 1689, 1693 and 1764 the castle was burned by the French. The city sits on both sides of the river Neckar, and is only a 15 minute drive from Mannheim. I highly recommend anyone visiting the area to check out Heidelberg. Here is a page with a list of all the things you can do there.

Video [YouTube] of fireworks show grand finale:


Everyone getting ready for the fireworks:


Castle burning:


Up close:


Castle during the day-time:


Being lazy by the river:


Walking down the Hauptstrasse:


Hey, they have a Hard Rock Cafe!