Thuringia

Due to its exceptional beauty, Thuringia is one of the top tourist attractions to the German country. You can find the renowned Thuringia forest that stretches from the River Werra to the River Saale for a great holiday experience.

If you love walking and hiking or cycling, the Thuringia area is a great place to go. You can plan cycling trips in the Thuringia forest or explore the well-marked trails in the area. Horseback riding is another possibility to cover a larger amount of terrain that are exclusively offered to tourists for a great excursion for the day. In addition, there are spa and health resorts in the Thuringia Forest that blend the relaxing, idyllic settings with exceptional services and amenities. You can find many holiday rental properties exclusively in this area.

With its complicated history, Thuringia offers a number of historical attractions that are sure to excite you. It was split into more than 20 states in the 17th century. Understanding its history, you will appreciate all of the different towns and cities that are in this area, including the 193 castles that this region offers. The most famous castle in the area is the Wartburg near Eisenach. A number of famous individuals once lived here, including Saint Elisabeth of Thuringia and Martin Luther.

If you are interested in German literature, the cities of Weimar is a must-see region. You can get a number of German attractions that blend local traditions with famous literary figures and places. Weimer in particular is inseparably connected with Goethe, Schiller, Herder and Nietzsche. All of these important literary figures once lived here, filling these grounds with plenty of historical and cultural significance. In addition, Buchenwald concentration camp was also once here, making a sad reminder of the full range of German notables in its past.

No matter what your trip to Germany entails, you can find houses and apartments in this area to fit your traveling party. Find a property that has a pool or BBQ in the backyard to have the most relaxing family holiday atmosphere possible. See what Thuringia means to you from its heritage regions, the Thuringia forest, its spas, outdoor adventures and more would be perfect for your activity holiday or just fun on a short break to this beautiful area.