philosophers' way (philosophenweg)

哲学家小路是指海德堡老城对岸一侧山腰上两米见宽的小路，最容易到达的方式是穿过老大桥，过马路后左前方有条小路上山，有德语路牌。在哲学家小路上看到的老城景象异常美丽，推荐日落时分前来。

可以从Theodor-Heuss-Brucke(较缓)方向或是Alte Brucke Heidelberg附近往上爬(较陡也有些楼梯)，我选择后者。但抵达哲学家之路后，就可以慢慢向下走，感觉很轻松，不时会有当地人骑脚踏车经过身旁，沿路透过树梢可以看见海德堡旧城区的美景不时地变换，非常惬意自在。快到山下时还可以接近民宅，一窥当地人的生活和居家装饰。我在这里等待适当的光线，拍下了可以回忆一辈子的照片

哲学家之路，呵呵! 欢迎当个哲学家，就在海德堡这座城市之中，慢慢的走，走走还能停下来鸟瞰一下海德堡，因为在山腰上高度蛮够的。沿路会有一些local的民宅，很棒的体验。

哲学家小径位于流经德国海德堡市内卡河北岸的山丘上，从老桥过河，经过“蛇径”，拾阶而上，便可到达。歌德曾经常在这里散步，思考哲学和文学问题；哲学家黑格尔任教海德堡大学时，也经常与朋友、同事在此散步，一起讨论学术问题，后人便称这条路是哲学家之路。哲学家小道旁的一个花园的门口竖着一支向上平伸的手掌模型，掌心里写着简单的一句话：“HEUTE SCHON PHILOSOPHIERT？”（“今天哲学了吗？”）哲学家小径长约两公里，部分路段非常陡峭，这里却是俯瞰内卡河对岸的海德堡老城风光的绝佳地点。秀美的海德堡是浪漫德国的缩影，曲折而幽静的小巷沟通者古堡和小河，充满了诗情画意。八百多年间，有许多诗人和艺术家来到海德堡，为海德堡深深心折过。19世纪德国浪漫主义在海德堡发源和发展，<location=的象征地和精神圣地。有许多伟大诗人和艺术家的传记不能略过海德堡，没有一部世界文学史的著作可以略过海德堡。

这是通往古镇对面山脉的一条小径。通过小径到达山顶上,可以俯瞰整个城镇和城堡,景色非常美,而且最好是在日落时分去,可以观看到最美的景色。小径的起点和终点稍微有些陡峭,但是大约只有150米左右。

过了老桥之后，爬相当陡的山坡才到了哲学者之路，但辛苦也值，从这条路看的城堡和老桥很美。想更轻松地上去的话，先从新桥过河，从西边进去的话，不需要爬陡坡。

今早搭火车从斯图加去海德堡，到了火车总站，总站距离景点仍有一大段路程。有2种选择一是搭S，另一方式是搭巴士，当然选择搭S，因为免费(购买Europass在德国各地搭S，都是免费)。穿过老街，进古城，到了市集广场，过了老桥，就看见蛇径，这时就是耐力与腿力的考验，既然出国旅游，岂有不入宝山之理。经过漫长的考验与淬炼，坚持是最后成功的保证，登上哲人路，回头俯视来时路，蛇径竟是如此陡峭，不得不佩服自己的成就，汗没有白流。此时，拿出望远镜，细细欣赏海德堡。

Although it was a bit difficult to find (unfortunately the stairs leading up to it were under reconstruction), it was worth the effort- the view is amazing. Definitely should have not worn brand new shoes though, it was pretty muddy! There are lots of other paths, and towers to climb - it's a national park- so it's entirely up to you how long you make the trip. Definitely a great start to the day!

Brilliant place for a walk so put on those walking shoes and take in the laneways along the way. A great way to finish off a trip to the castle and up the top of the mountain. Quite a few cafes and restaurants along this street so just take a note which ones the tour groups are going into and miss those. The restaurants and cafes are all trying to get your to come in so the prices are good even in winter. The laneways are very specials as they can contains some quirky little shops. Wheelchairs are OK along this street but if you have little ones you might like to use a pram as the groups of people even in winter can sometimes be great. We love travelling in winter as we feel the snow and ice just add another dimension to a wonderful place, but of course, we don't get snow where we come from so the time of year is up to you.

I am a runner and love trail running. The trails are endless and provide great views back to Heidelberg. The start is steep but once you are over that the run is fantastic. Back to nature but a view to a beautiful town. Well worth it. I'm winter wear a thermal top.

Heidelberg was the last city of our 20 day tour. By the time we arrived, we were tired. It was a rainy day. The students on tour were homesick. It was a Sunday and not much was open for business in the city. I suggested we walk the Philosophers' Way. We had an amazing time! I couldn't believe how much belly-aching I heard before the walk, but heard laughter during and after. I think they had a greater appreciation for the city after that.

Having lived in Heidelberg for thirteen years this has got to be my favorite afternoon activity. Meandering the trail, watching fellow walkers and enjoying the breathtaking view!

The view from the top is amazing! There is no place better to get a good picture of Heidelberg and the castle. We took the winding path up the side called "the snakes path" by locals. This is a vey steep climb but it does have steps and overlooks on the way. If it has rained recently, the leaves are rather slippery so use the handrails. It's also a good idea to bring a bottle of water along for your hike. We decided to get up really early and see the sun rise behind the castle. In theory this was brilliant, in actuality, the sun rose behind the mountain and the city and castle were cast in shadows in November. Perhaps at a different time of year this would work. We did get some amazing photos of the fog lifting off the river though.

Philosophenweg is located in Neuenheim area of Heidelberg. Famous for its great view of the Castle, it is occupied by the elite class of the city. It can be reached by slight terrain walking and worth a trip for some great view and click of the castle.

steep climb or descend from the old bridge. The view is unbeatable. Must wear sport shoe before attempting this.