Baden-Württemberg

Heidelberg

Heidelberg is home to Germany's oldest university and is one of the most beautiful cities in the country, with a castle, a river, and a compact, walkable old town.

Arriving in Heidelberg: you must register your address (Anmeldung) at the local Meldebehörde within two weeks of moving in — that is a legal deadline under § 17 Bundesmeldegesetz, not a guideline, and missing it carries a fine of up to €1,000. Budget roughly €680/month for a WG room, though see the caveat on that figure below.

Deadline and fine: § 17 BMG, § 54 Abs. 3 BMG.

Student friendly

10/10

Transport

7/10

Safety

9/10

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Rent, roughly

Room type	Avg monthly rent
WG room	€680
Studio	€900
1-bedroom	€1,200

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Universities

Heidelberg University (oldest in Germany, est. 1386)

SRH Hochschule Heidelberg

Frequently asked questions

What universities are in Heidelberg?

Heidelberg is home to: Heidelberg University (oldest in Germany, est. 1386), SRH Hochschule Heidelberg.

Which German state is Heidelberg in?

Heidelberg is located in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.

How long do I have to register my address in Heidelberg, Germany?

Two weeks. § 17 of the Bundesmeldegesetz requires anyone moving into a residence in Germany to register with the local Meldebehörde within two weeks of moving in. The clock starts on your move-in date, not your arrival in the country.

What is the fine for registering your address late in Heidelberg, Germany?

Up to €1,000. Late or missing registration is an Ordnungswidrigkeit under § 54 Abs. 3 of the Bundesmeldegesetz, carrying a fine of up to €1,000. In practice many offices issue a warning or a much smaller amount for a first, briefly late registration — but the legal ceiling is €1,000.

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