Gasthof zum Roten Ochsen, Heidelberg
Gasthof zum Roten Ochsen, Heidelberg, Historical restaurant in Heidelberg Old Town, Germany
Description
Gasthof zum Roten Ochsen is a restaurant in Heidelberg's Old Town featuring timber framing, traditional furnishings, and numerous photographs on its walls. The establishment comprises two connected buildings that together create spacious dining areas with different rooms and cozy corners throughout.
History
The building was constructed in 1703 and initially served other purposes before being converted into a student gathering place in the early 1800s. The Spengel family acquired it in 1839 and transformed it into a social hub for university life in Heidelberg.
Culture
The name comes from a red ox sign that once hung from the building's facade and became a symbol of the street. Visitors encounter living student culture here, where generations of university members have left their marks and memories.
Practical
The restaurant features a classic and cozy interior with traditional German cuisine and live music entertainment. It is centrally located in the Old Town and can be easily reached on foot from most areas.
Did you know?
The guest book holds signatures from notable visitors from various walks of public life who visited over the decades. These entries reveal that the establishment gained recognition far beyond the local student community.
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