Tübingen may be small, but it’s been around for a long time—and it shows. The town dates back to at least the 11th century , when it grew up around a castle overlooking the Neckar River. By the Middle Ages, Tübingen was already an important local hub, with walls, towers, and a busy market square that still exists today. The biggest turning point came in 1477 , when Eberhard Karls University was founded. That single decision shaped the town’s future. Famous thinkers like Joha