Heidelberg is a city in south-west Germany.
Population 142,370
Heidelberg is known for its institutions of higher education. The most famous of those is Heidelberg University. Founded in 1386, it is one of Europe's oldest institutions. In fact, Heidelberg is the oldest university town of today's Germany.
In addtition to the research centers and institutes of the university, there are numerous research institutions situated in the city of Heidelberg.
There are 17 clinics in Heidelberg.