Backmulde

Backmulde at Schiffgasse 11 is a regional restaurant in a side street of Heidelberg's Altstadt, Baden-Württemberg, known for a vaulted dining room that gives it a cosy, cellar-like feel. The restaurant serves German cuisine with a focus on Baden and Palatinate dishes, offering a quieter alternative to the busy Hauptstraße. The signature plates reflect the region. Maultaschen, the filled pasta pockets of Swabia and Baden, appear as a traditional main course, spätzle with lentils is a classic southwest German combination that is both filling and comparatively inexpensive, and Pfälzer dishes cover the Palatinate side of the kitchen. The menu is built on hearty, home-style cooking, and prices are in the mid-range for the old town. The dining room is the main attraction. Vaulted ceilings create an enclosed, intimate space, and the atmosphere is relaxed and unhurried, with moderate noise. The clientele includes visitors and locals, and no dress code applies, so the restaurant suits a casual dinner after sightseeing. The beverage list centres on regional wines, especially from the Palatinate and Baden, and German beer. Reservations are recommended on weekends, when the vaulted room fills, and booking a day or two ahead is usually sufficient for small parties, with more notice for groups and for the summer and Christmas market seasons. Opening hours change by season, so visitors should confirm on the venue website or by phone before travelling. Schiffgasse is a short walk from the Marktplatz and the Neckar, so the restaurant works well for a meal before or after exploring the old town on foot.