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Heidi: Girl of the Alps: Season 1

52 episodes Premiered Jan 6, 1974 Updated Jul 23, 2026

Heidi: Girl of the Alps is a Japanese animated television series. The series follows the story of Heidi, a young girl who becomes an orphan and is forced to live with her grandfather in the Alps. Heidi's grandfather is initially a bitter man who only accepted her due to circumstances. Heidi's kindness may be able to change her grandfather's heart. She goes on adventures with her friends Peter and Clara. The series is

Season overview

Heidi: Girl of the Alps is a Japanese animated television series. The series follows the story of Heidi, a young girl who becomes an orphan and is forced to live with her grandfather in the Alps. Heidi's grandfather is initially a bitter man who only accepted her due to circumstances. Heidi's kindness may be able to change her grandfather's heart. She goes on adventures with her friends Peter and Clara. The series is produced by Zuiyo Eizo and is an adaptation of a story.

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Episodes

S1·E1

To the Alps

Jan 6, 1974 · 25 min

Heidi is taken to her grandfather's house by her Aunt Dete.

S1·E2

Grandfather's Cabin

Jan 13, 1974 · 25 min

Heidi joyfully gets accustomed to her new surroundings.

S1·E3

The Mountain Pasture

Jan 20, 1974 · 25 min

Heidi goes with Peter, the local goatherd, to the pastures and enjoys a day of fun-filled picnic there.

S1·E4

Another Member in the Family

Jan 27, 1974 · 25 min

While out on the pastures one day, Heidi encounters a storm. After braving it, she finds a nestling and decides to raise it.

S1·E5

The Burnt Letter

Feb 3, 1974 · 25 min

Pichi is taken by Heidi to the mountain pastures and has another thrillingly exciting day filled with dangers. Meanwhile, through Peter, Alm-Uncle receives a letter from Aunt Dete,

S1·E6

Whistle Louder

Feb 10, 1974 · 25 min

One day, in her attempts to learn how to be a goatherd, Heidi tries milking a goat and whistling, eventually succeeding.

S1·E7

The Whisper of the Fir Trees

Feb 17, 1974 · 25 min

With high winds in the mountain pastures, Alm-Uncle decides not to let Heidi go to the mountains. Instead, she helps her grandfather make cheese. But Snowflake, a baby goat, comes

S1·E8

Where Is Pichi?

Feb 24, 1974 · 25 min

Pichi follows the seasonal birds, and Heidi finds it hard to calm down. Alm-Uncle takes her to collect chestnuts and grapes. Meanwhile, to make up for a previous quarrel, Peter cap

S1·E9

The Snowy Alps

Mar 3, 1974 · 25 min

Winter arrives, bringing long hours indoors. Heidi arranges food under the cover of the three fir trees for herbivores and tries to befriend the animals.

S1·E10

To Grandmother's House

Mar 10, 1974 · 25 min

After the snowfall ceases, Heidi is taken by her grandfather on a sled to Peter's grandmother, as per her invitation. There, Heidi learns of the grandmother's blindness and cries.

S1·E11

The Snowstorm

Mar 17, 1974 · 25 min

Hunters try to get the herbivores Heidi feeds but are stopped. Later, Heidi sends Alm-Uncle to rescue the hunters after they venture out again. After much worry, Grandpa returns wi

S1·E12

Sounds of Spring

Mar 24, 1974 · 25 min

With spring arriving in the mountains, there are dangers of sudden avalanches. On returning from a sled race after giving Peter's grandmother a spring flower, they encounter an ava

S1·E13

Return to the Pastures

Mar 31, 1974 · 25 min

With spring officially back, Peter and Heidi return to the meadows with their flock. Peter gets into a fight with another herder who accuses him of trying to steal his stranded goa

S1·E14

Sad News

Apr 7, 1974 · 25 min

Heidi's favorite goat, Snowflake, is about to be sent to the slaughterhouse because it stopped giving milk. Heidi attempts to prevent this by gathering nutritional herbs from mount

S1·E15

Snowflake

Apr 14, 1974 · 25 min

Mr. Strahl, the owner of Snowflake, is convinced not to slaughter the goat after Heidi demonstrates its increased milk yield.

S1·E16

The Village of Dorfli

Apr 21, 1974 · 25 min

Heidi visits Dorfli to check on Snowflake. On returning, she talks to Alm-Uncle about going to school, but he flatly refuses.

S1·E17

Two Guests

Apr 28, 1974 · 25 min

The local church pastor tries to convince Alm-Uncle to let Heidi attend school but is refused. Then Aunt Dete arrives, unwilling to accept no for an answer.

S1·E18

Separate Ways

May 5, 1974 · 25 min

After threatening legal action, Alm-Uncle angrily allows Heidi to go with Dete to Frankfurt, despite protests from Peter and her grandmother. Heidi goes, unaware that Dete lied abo

S1·E19

To Frankfurt

May 12, 1974 · 25 min

Through coaxing, forcing, and lying, Dete takes Heidi to Frankfurt, where she becomes the playmate of an invalid child, Clara. Upon arrival, she is introduced to the governess Rott

S1·E20

A New Life

May 19, 1974 · 25 min

After a sleepy dinner, Heidi’s life in Frankfurt begins. She is constantly nagged by Rottenmeier and disappointed when she sees that the window blinds do not show the mountains. Sh

S1·E21

I Want to Fly

May 26, 1974 · 25 min

During lessons and punishments, Heidi empathizes with Clara’s condition through her pet caged bird, which Clara also owns.

S1·E22

The Distant Alps

Jun 2, 1974 · 25 min

Heidi, avoiding Rottenmeier's gaze, explores the city but finds only a dreary urban landscape.

S1·E23

A Big Uproar

Jun 9, 1974 · 25 min

Heidi receives a kitten from the kind church tower maintainer and hides it in the attic with the help of the manservant Sebastian. Other kittens sent to her are promptly returned b

S1·E24

Meow Is Abandoned

Jun 16, 1974 · 25 min

Rottenmeier discovers the hidden kitten and throws it away. Heidi leaves, but Sebastian assures her that the kitten is safe at a friend's house.

S1·E25

The White Bread

Jun 23, 1974 · 25 min

On a routine inspection, Rottenmeier finds all the white bread Heidi stored for Peter’s grandmother and confiscates it. Heidi wails, but Clara consoles her by saying the bread was

S1·E26

The Return of Mr. Sesemann

Jun 30, 1974 · 25 min

Mr. Sesemann returns to visit Clara and is impressed with Heidi’s companionship with her. He later informs Clara’s grandmother, which annoys Rottenmeier but delights Heidi.

S1·E27

Grandmother

Jul 7, 1974 · 25 min

Clara’s grandmother becomes an instant favorite of both girls and spends a fun-filled day with them. For once, Heidi does not think about the mountains.

S1·E28

Let's Go to the Forest

Jul 14, 1974 · 25 min

After seeing Heidi cry over a picture of the mountains, the grandmother takes both girls for a picnic in a state park, much to Rottenmeier’s chagrin.

S1·E29

Two Hearts

Jul 21, 1974 · 25 min

After a day at the park, Clara falls ill.

S1·E30

I Want to Catch the Sun

Jul 28, 1974 · 25 min

To cure Clara, Heidi returns to the park to gather sunshine, butterflies, and flowers, which improves her condition.

S1·E31

Goodbye, Grandmother

Aug 4, 1974 · 25 min

Grandmother leaves after a mock wedding party, returning Heidi to her dreary city life.

S1·E32

A Stormy Night

Aug 11, 1974 · 25 min

Heidi is torn between wanting to leave her confined situation and not abandoning lonely Clara, when a nightly ghost appears in the Sesemann mansion.

S1·E33

Ghost Commotion

Aug 18, 1974 · 25 min

Everyone is frightened by the ghost, but no one realizes it is Heidi sleepwalking, stressed and longing for the Alps. The doctor discovers this and convinces Mr. Sesemann and Clara

S1·E34

To My Dear Mountains

Aug 25, 1974 · 25 min

Heidi returns to the Alps and is reunited with her grandfather, wearing the same clothes she had when she was five.

S1·E36

And to the Pastures

Sep 8, 1974 · 25 min

Heidi spends an adventure-filled day with Peter and the goats, including discovering a new mountain-top lake.

S1·E37

The Baby Goat

Sep 15, 1974 · 25 min

Heidi begins writing letters to Clara and reading hymn books to Peter’s grandmother. Alm-Uncle decides to repair a rundown house in Dorfli so Heidi can conveniently attend school i

S1·E38

In a New House

Sep 22, 1974 · 25 min

On the first day of winter school, Peter does not attend as he is running an errand for a Dorfli resident.

S1·E39

Don't Give Up, Peter

Sep 29, 1974 · 25 min

During a sled race, Peter competes using his carpentry skills and finishes jointly in first place, splitting the prize.

S1·E40

I Want to Go to the Alps

Oct 6, 1974 · 25 min

Clara insists on visiting the Alps to see Heidi. Mr. Sesemann arranges for a doctor to evaluate whether the Alps are suitable for Clara’s health.

S1·E41

The Doctor's Promise

Oct 13, 1974 · 25 min

The doctor visits the Alps. Heidi shows him the mountains, and although he doubts the terrain is suitable for Clara, he is persuaded by her plea.

S1·E42

Reunion With Clara

Oct 20, 1974 · 25 min

Heidi prepares the Dorfli winter home for Clara, who receives a warm welcome.

S1·E43

Clara's Wish

Oct 27, 1974 · 24 min

Clara is enchanted by the mountainside and wishes to stay in Heidi’s hut. Her wish is granted, much to Rottenmeier’s annoyance.

S1·E44

A Little Plan

Nov 3, 1974 · 25 min

After skipping lessons and enjoying the mountain soil, Clara asks Heidi for mountain flowers. Together, they plan a picnic on the mountain.

S1·E45

Children of the Mountain

Nov 10, 1974 · 24 min

Peter tries to carry Clara up the mountain using his spare pants, but it is too strenuous for him, so he looks for alternatives.

S1·E46

Clara's Happiness

Nov 17, 1974 · 25 min

Clara enjoys her days in the mountains with Heidi and Peter, braving a mountain shower and reading to Peter’s blind grandmother.

S1·E47

Hello, Grandmother

Nov 24, 1974 · 25 min

Clara’s grandmother visits and immediately sends Rottenmeier away, enjoying time with Heidi and Clara.

S1·E48

A Small Hope

Dec 1, 1974 · 25 min

Clara shows promising signs of standing up, though not fully consciously. Her grandmother takes her to Heidi’s lake to encourage her.

S1·E49

A Promise

Dec 8, 1974 · 25 min

Clara practices standing with Heidi’s help, though she remains uncertain. During the farewell party of Clara’s grandmother, school friends join the celebration, motivating Clara.

S1·E50

Try to Stand

Dec 15, 1974 · 25 min

Clara attempts to stand using handrails, encouraged by Heidi.

S1·E51

Clara Walks

Dec 22, 1974 · 25 min

Clara starts walking properly, surprising her father, Mr. Sesemann.

S1·E52

Until We Meet Again

Dec 29, 1974 · 25 min

Clara leaves for treatment at Bad Ragaz. Heidi wonders when they will meet again to enjoy the Alps together.