Heidelberg, the famous university city... ... lies on the River Neckar between the Odenwald and the River Rhine. The Old University, the City Hall and the Heiliggeistkirche are witnesses of the city’s eventful past. A popular place for excursions is the castle complex, perched on a hill above the city and dating back to the 12th century.

	The youth hostel is situated in "Neuenheimer Feld"... ... in the north-western part of Heidelberg, directly on the Neckar. It is surrounded by recreational facilities such as a zoo, sports grounds and a swimming pool.