In order to secure numerous advantages, we recommend that you get one of the two guest cards. With the Thuringia Card you can enjoy free admission to many excursion destinations and some of the many attractions. The Thuringian Forest Card is often issued as a regional guest card. Pay attention to this when booking! Many hosts have already included them in the room price.
Saalfeld fairy grottoes – They are among the most colorful viewing caves in the world. During a guided tour, you will learn everything about the region's past mining and how the miners used to live. The visit also includes an adventure forest, which bears the name "fairy world". Here you can walk in the footsteps of fairies, elves, goblins and trolls.
Natural History Museum Erfurt – Inside there is a 14 m high oak tree. It rises over four floors and impresses the visitors. The exhibition offers a lot about Thuringia's history and lets you look at the local flora and fauna. Be sure to go to the basement. Here a Noah's ark with ship rat Rainer is waiting for you.
German toy museum – The museum has been collecting all the toys that are offered to it since 1991 and can now look at 6,000 exhibits. It is the oldest toy museum in Germany. The exhibition shows how the toy developed – from the beginning to the present. Finally, an active play area invites you to let off steam.
Castles and Palaces
You must have visited at least one castle if you were visiting Thuringia. Only here you can experience the region in its originality and can learn a lot about the country and its people. All castles and palaces offer excellent tours without exception. The little ones are always the focus and are actively involved. Family holidays are very important in Thuringia.
Wartburg in Eisenach – It is an absolute must. The castle was once the residence of the Thuringian landgrave. However, she became better known through Saint Elisabeth, who worked here for the rest of her life. But the well-known Martin Luther also used it as a refuge. The castle can only be visited on a guided tour and offers fabulous insights into German history.
Weimar City Palace – If you are interested in plastics, handicrafts and painting, visit the Castle Museum in Weimar. It exhibits works of art from different eras and is one of the most important institutions of its kind.
Schwickershausen moated castle – Formerly a moated castle, now a castle. Inside, you can see wall paintings from the 16th and 17th centuries. Wonderfully preserved fortified parts can be seen throughout the castle complex.
Greifenstein Castle – Drive to Bad Blankenburg, a recognized recreation and health resort. Here you will find Greifenstein Castle. It is located directly at the entrance to the romantic Black Valley and has served as the headquarters of numerous counts and princes since 1208. Once at the top you can enjoy a fantastic view of Blankenburg and the nature reserve with the surrounding mountains.
Attractions in the Wanderland
If you are planning a trip to Thuringia, you should buy a travel guide in advance and get detailed information about the entire sights of the state. Our overview of course offers far from everything that the area has to offer. You can find some more fascinating excursion destinations here.
Marienglashöhle – This is the crystal cave in Friedrichroda, one of the most beautiful in Europe. The Marienglas has rare shapes and consists of transparent gypsum crystals. Around 1770 it was originally created for ore mining. In the 18th and 19th centuries, however, the glass was decorated with pictures of Mary.
High in the air – The Sky Motion Team in Gera will take you there, offering scenic flights over the area. Meanwhile, you can see Thuringia's beautiful landscapes from above. Marvel at the Saale-Holzland district or the Thuringian seas.
Viba nougat world – A must for all chocolate fans is the Viba nougat world. "How does the nut become a nougat" is the theme of the exhibition. But a look behind the scenes is even more worth seeing. The production can be observed behind large glass panes. Book a hands-on course for yourself and your children and create your own delicacies.
In the next post learn more about the sights in Leipzig.