Heidelberg University, Germany's oldest, was consecrated on 18 October 1386
Heidelberg University was consecrated on 18 October 1386. It is the oldest university in Germany and one of the most prestigious in Europe.
On this day, 18 October, we recall an event from 1386, when Heidelberg University was consecrated. It is the oldest higher education institution in Germany and is regarded as one of the most prestigious universities in Europe.
The institution began its work more than six centuries ago and is still cited as an important part of the history of European higher education. The source gives only these basic facts about the consecration. Other details, such as the names of the first teachers or the curriculum, are not mentioned.
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