Weststadt

Heidelberg, Germany

A district that has become a hub for vegan and vegetarian dining.

Places in Weststadt

Weststadt vegan cafes Cafes throughout the district that has become a mecca for vegans and vegetarians.

Best time to visit: April to June and September to October offer mild weather for walking the Altstadt and hiking the Philosophers' Walk above the river.
Getting around: Heidelberg's Altstadt is compact and walkable, with a funicular connecting to Heidelberg Castle above the town.
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Language: German. English is widely spoken in the university town.
Timezone: CET (UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer)
Current trends: Heidelberg's Weststadt district has become a mecca for vegans and vegetarians, part of a broader diversification of the city's dining scene beyond its historic taverns.

Altstadt (old town) — The historic centre of medieval and Baroque architecture along the Neckar.
Heidelberg Castle grounds — The hilltop castle ruins overlooking the town, reached by funicular.