Explore the cultural history of Thuringia

From poets to monuments

Excursion destinations in Thuringia – The region around Oberhof boasts a number of charming villages and historic towns that are well worth a day trip. Away from the hiking trails and ski tracks, exciting sights await you, offering you a comprehensive insight into the rich cultural history of Thuringia.

Excursion destinations around Oberhof

With over 1300 years of history, Arnstadt is the oldest town in Thuringia. The city is characterized by history, culture and a picturesque old town. Bach’s first organ performance took place here.

In the medieval town at the foot of the Thuringian Forest, you can visit the well-preserved old town with its half-timbered houses, Wilhelmsburg Castle and the town church of St. George.

In the medieval town at the foot of the Thuringian Forest, you can visit the well-preserved old town with its half-timbered houses, Wilhelmsburg Castle and the town church of St. George.

In the medieval town at the foot of the Thuringian Forest, you can visit the well-preserved old town with its half-timbered houses, Wilhelmsburg Castle and the town church of St. George.

In the medieval town at the foot of the Thuringian Forest, you can visit the well-preserved old town with its half-timbered houses, Wilhelmsburg Castle and the town church of St. George.

In the medieval town at the foot of the Thuringian Forest, you can visit the well-preserved old town with its half-timbered houses, Wilhelmsburg Castle and the town church of St. George.

In the medieval town at the foot of the Thuringian Forest, you can visit the well-preserved old town with its half-timbered houses, Wilhelmsburg Castle and the town church of St. George.

In the medieval town at the foot of the Thuringian Forest, you can visit the well-preserved old town with its half-timbered houses, Wilhelmsburg Castle and the town church of St. George.

Sonneberg is famous as a toy town. The city offers numerous museums and exhibitions on the subject of toys. Visit the German Toy Museum or the German Teddy Bear Museum.

The former weapons town is known for its half-timbered houses, the weapons museum and the vehicle museum.

The historic city of Weimar was once known as the center of German Classicism and the birthplace of the Bauhaus movement. Visitors can tour the Goethe House, the Schiller House, the Bauhaus Museum and the Park an der Ilm.

Zella-Mehlis offers a wide range of leisure activities for young and old. A visit to the marine aquarium adventure park, Explorata hands-on world or the Gesenkschmiede technology museum is well worthwhile.