A new settlement under the palatine castle on the Neckar, first named in 1196, when a parish priest 'de Heidelberch' witnesses Henry's charter for Schoenau.
Not yet a town.
Who holds it
- Name
- Henry of Brunswick (control not pinned)
- Title
- Count palatine of the Rhine (in Philip's sphere since 1198)
- Since
- 1195
- Confidence
- low
Lord in 1200
The count palatine, holding the castle of the bishop of Worms; who commanded it that winter is not pinned.
How things stand that morning
Palatine but out of Henry's reach (ADB); not pinned.
Communities
A parish priest (1196).
Walls and castle
The palatine castle (Conrad's seat from about 1182).
Trade and crafts
Neckar crossing.
Where the sources disagree
Evidence: First mention only.
Primary sources for Palatinate
Chronicles, registers, sagas and inscriptions written in or near 1200 that cover this entry. Each has its own page with editions, translations and where to read it.
- Royal Chronicle of Cologne (in stages from about 1175 to about 1250; the section on 1198 to 1220 written soon after the events). The fullest German narrative of the throne war from the Welf and Cologne side. Read online
Sources and studies
Last revised 4 November 2026. Published 4 November 2026. Suggest a correction on the OMNIA Discord.