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Heidelberg Castle

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While I was in Frankfurt recently for business, my mother and I headed to Heidelberg for a day trip.  We really wanted to see the Heidelberg castle and ruins, which are at the top of the historic town.   We got in and quickly bought the Heidelberg card for the day -- in actuality, we should have just paid for everything a la carte, as it was a Sunday and most sights had very limited hours.   We took the bus to the funicular, which took us to the castle entrance.  We rode the funicular up to the viewing area too.  We were supposed to have access to one more level, but unfortunately, it turns out that funicular was closed.  It was just starting to rain when we arrived, but I did get some nice pictures! Once the rain let up ever so slightly, we made a run for the pharmacy museum .  The Heidelberg Museum was gifted with a rather large collection.  It is a bit random, but it was well done.  I think it was ALSO probably the most vis...