German Pharmacy Museum in Heidelberg: photos, reviews

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Perched within the storied walls of Heidelberg Castle, the German Pharmacy Museum offers a captivating glimpse into the past. Visitors are drawn to its remarkable collection of historical and contemporary artifacts that tell the inspiring story of medicine's evolution in the region. With its unique displays, including intricately crafted stone mortars, old precision scales, and a rich variety of historic drugs and pharmaceutical equipment, the museum delivers an engaging educational experience. Suitable for children, the exhibits are designed to fascinate visitors of all ages, particularly those intrigued by plant-based medicine. Additionally, the entry is conveniently included with your castle ticket. With an impressive Google rating of 4.7, it's the kind of place where the beauty of its antique bottles and flasks never fails to leave a lasting impression. Plan to spend a couple of hours here to fully appreciate the detailed narratives of apothecaries and truly understand the profound legacy of medicine.

Recommended visit time

1-2 hours

Features

Suitable for children, Wheelchair accessible toilet, Toilet

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Heidelberg, S-Bf. Altstadt

Bus stop 434 m walk

Herrenmühle

Bus stop 360 m walk

Heidelberg, Rathaus/Bergbahn

Bus stop 289 m walk

Heidelberg, Herrenmühle Bstg B

Bus stop 365 m walk

HD Schloss

Bus stop 351 m walk

Rathaus/Bergbahn

Bus stop 274 m walk

4.7

based on 1,070 reviews

Google

4.7/5 1,070 reviews

Andrea Dirksen

Prachtige plek in het kasteel Heidelberg, interessant en indrukwekkend

Joahim Koehler

Besonders interessant 👍

Sylvia Ruiz

Está dentro del Castillo de Heidelberg y se entra con la misma entrada. Cuenta con una colección importante desde la antigüedad y cómo evoluciona la medicina y farmacia. En la exposición se pueden ver farmacias de épocas distintas y sobre todo de su evolución.

German Pharmacy Museum in Heidelberg

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