Weekend in Tübingen

Late Gothic church with twin spires, elaborate choir stalls and the tombs of the Württemberg dukes.

Tip: Climb the tower for €2.50 – best viewpoint of the old town and Neckar valley.

Renaissance town hall with an ornate astronomical clock, colourful frescoes, and a wooden staircase. The interior lobby is free to enter.

Tip: Walk in during office hours—the clock mechanism is visible near the entrance. Ask at the tourist info if they offer the free 30-minute guided tour (usually at 10:30 Wed & Fri).

Late Gothic church in the old town with a tall spire visible across Tübingen. Interior features stained glass and carved choir stalls.

Tip: Climb the tower for a small fee (€2) to get panoramic views over the town and the Neckar valley.

Late Gothic church with twin towers, ducal tombs, and a view from the tower over the old town and the Neckar valley.

Tip: Climb the tower for €2.50. Go on a clear weekday morning to avoid the queue.

A riverside avenue lined with towering plane trees, connecting the old town to the botanical garden. Popular for walking, jogging, or sitting on the steps down to the water.

Tip: Start at the Hölderlinturm end and walk south — you'll get the best mix of shade and river views. Early morning is dead quiet.

Large late-gothic church from the 15th century with high vaulted ceilings, ornate altarpieces, and Ducal tombs. Climb the tower for sweeping views over the old town.

Tip: Free entry to the nave; the tower climb costs €2.50 but worth it for wide vistas. Go late afternoon for softer light on the red roofs.

Paved walkway along the Neckar River with benches, trees, and views of the old town. Popular for walking, cycling, or punting in summer.

Tip: Bring a picnic and sit on the grassy banks near the old town – locals do this even on sunny workdays.

Watch student-punted wooden boats (Stocherkähne) on the Neckar. They don't operate in winter. The boatyard at the Neckarinsel is a good free spot.

Tip: Go to the Neckarbrücke at sunset—the students often sing and drink. Bring your own beer.

Medieval fortress on a hilltop, now part of the university. Houses the Museum of Ancient Cultures and the famous 'Keltenfürst' Celtic find.

Tip: Free entry to the courtyard and the castle terraces. Skip the museum if on a tight budget—the view alone is worth it.

Late Gothic church with twin towers dating from the 15th century. Free to enter and see the vaulted choir stalls, tombs of local dukes, and carved stonework.

Tip: Climb the south tower (€2) for the best panoramic view of the old town and the Neckar valley — worth the steep spiral stairs.