Key Details
We’re thrilled to celebrate our big day with you amidst the rolling hills and rustic charm of Hoher Darsberg, a picturesque venue near Heidelberg. With its sweeping countryside views and intimate atmosphere, this location complements our summer-themed wedding—think olive greenery, sun-drenched hues and elegance.
- RSVP Deadline: 15 June 2025.
- Venue: Hoher Darsberg, Neckarsteinach.
- Dress Code: Soft earth tones, joyful summer colours, or elegant neutrals. The wedding will be held outdoors—bring your sunglasses.
- Weather: Pack light layers for warm days and cool evenings, as average highs in Heidelberg range from 21 to 24 degrees Celsius.
Wedding Day Schedule
Monday, 4 August 2025:
2:00 PM - Arrival of guests, room check-in, and light refreshments
3:30 PM - Start of wedding ceremony
4:30 PM - Champagne reception
5:30 PM - Cutting of the wedding cake
6:30 PM - Group photo
7:00 PM - Wedding dinner
9:00 PM - First dance on outdoor terrace – party time
12:00 AM - Midnight snack
12:00 AM till late - Night club – more party time
The Next Day:
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM Breakfast at Hoher Darsberg
10:30 AM - Room Checkout
Travel to Germany
For our international friends and family:
- We recommend you fly to Frankfurt International Airport.
- High-speed ICE trains from Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbahnhof (Frankfurt(M) Long-distance train station) take 40 minutes to Mannheim Main Station, offering comfort and free WiFi for approximately €21 if booked early via www.deutsche-bahn.de.
- Regional trains depart from Mannheim for Heidelberg Main Station on a regular basis.
Accommodation
For 2 and 3 August:
Heidelberg offers many hotel options. We recommend that all our guests stay at the Atlantic Hotel in Heidelberg.
- Prices: Single room including breakfast: €129.00; Double room including breakfast: €149.00; Prices are per room, per night.
- If you don't want to have breakfast at the hotel, you may find better deals online.
- Shuttle buses will be provided from the hotel to Hoher Darsberg on our wedding day.
- There are several other hotels in the area (Heidelberg Bahnstadt), if you prefer to shop around.
For 4 August (our wedding day):
Hoher Darsberg has rooms, and we will arrange beds or family rooms for all our guests. Breakfast will be provided on August 5.
- Accommodation at Hoher Darsberg costs €80-100, depending on whether you pick a bunk bed or a family room. We will share more details on how you can pay later. Since the wedding location has limited accessibility at night, we encourage all our guests to stay with us at Hoher Darsberg for the night after our wedding. It will be a struggle to find an Uber to take you back to Heidelberg at night.
Getting to Hoher Darsberg by Car
For our German friends and family:
- For GPS Navigation: "Please enter ‘Darsberger Straße 127’ as your destination. You’ll see our entrance gate on the left side."
- From Heidelberg:
- Take the B37 road toward Neckargemünd (15-minute drive).
- After passing Neckargemünd’s town center, follow signs for "Hoher Darsberg." The venue is uphill—watch for the stone gate at Darsberger Straße 127.
- Alternative Routes:
- If your GPS redirects you to narrow forest roads, stick to Darsberger Straße—it’s the safest access.
- Landmarks: Look for ivy-covered stone walls and a wrought-iron archway with "Hoher Darsberg" signage.
- Parking: Limited parking is available onsite (we’ll reserve spots if needed).
Pre and Post Wedding Activities
All are welcome!
Pre-Wedding Gathering in Heidelberg’s Old Town
Sunday, 3 August 2025
Join us for dinner and drinks in Heidelberg’s historic Old Town. We’ll share details closer to the date, but expect:
- A relaxed evening of light bites and local beers and wines.
- Strolls along the cobblestone streets or sunset views from the Karl Theodor Bridge.
Post-Wedding Boat Ride on the Neckar
Tuesday, 5 August 2025
- After breakfast, we’ll glide back to Heidelberg via a scenic boat ride along the Neckar River.
- Departure: Neckargemünd (10-minute drive from Hoher Darsberg; shuttle buses will be provided).
- Highlights: Views of riverbanks, castles, and the Philosopher’s Walk.
- Arrival: Heidelberg’s Old Town for farewells (or extended exploring).
Exploring Heidelberg and the Surrounding Areas
- Old Town: Heidelberg Castle (Schloss Heidelberg), Baroque alleys, and the Studentenkarzer (historic student jail).
- Neckarsteinach: Four castles within hiking distance of our wedding venue.
- Wine & Dine: Let us know if you’d like vineyard recommendations.
- For the kids: Heidelberg zoo; the Europa-Park Resort is a 1.5-hour drive away from Heidelberg.
- For art lovers: Frankfurt has several museums worth visiting, including the Städel Museum, the Schirn Kunsthalle Frankfurt, and the Museumsufer, among others.