1. Tour of Erfurt (approx. 50 km away)
Erfurt has a beautiful old town and good shops. A particular sight is the Krämer bridge, the longest bridge in Europe that is continuously lined with houses. Find out more about Erfurt on our separate Erfurt page.
2. Tour of Arnstadt (approx. 30 km away)
The Bach town of Arnstadt awaits with numerous museums and churches. We have put more information about Arnstadt together for you here.
3. Buchenwald memorial site (approx. 60 km)
The Buchenwald memorial site is a place of historical enlightenment. In an area of 1600 m² there is a large exhibition in which evidence of the crimes of National Socialism is exhibited and gives an insight into the reality of this camp. Group tours can be held by prior arrangement. You are recommended to plan 3 hours for a visit including a guided tour.
www.buchenwald.de
4. Fairy grottoes (approx. 70 km)
The fairy grottoes in Saalfeld are the most colourful of their kind in the world, a fact which has even brought them an entry in the Guinness Book of Records. 200,000 visitors a year come to Saalfeld to visit the fairy grottoes. Guided tours take place roughly every 20-40 minutes (April-October 15-30 minutes). www.feengrotten.de
5. Weimar (approx. 50 km)
Goethe’s home, the Schiller House, the Residenzschloss castle, the Anna Amalia library, etc. etc. Listing all the options in Weimar can take some time. www.weimar.de
6. Meiningen (approx. 40 km)
With its parks and classical buildings, Meiningen is the cultural centre of the region. We have put together the most important information about Meiningen on a separate page.

7. Suhl (approx. 10 km)
Our neighbouring town, the weapon-making town of Suhl, is worth visiting for its Weapons Museum and Zoo. You will find our brief information about Suhl here.
By the way:
You will find plenty of information and insider tips for your holiday in Thuringia (incl. Interesting towns and regions, recommended places to visit, hiking and cycling routes, events and much more) at: www.thueringen.info