By train
Deutsche Bahn is Germany's national train system and offers frequent express, regular, and overnight connections to cities all across Germany. Visit their website to find quick and convenient connections for getting to and traveling in LutherCountry.
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By automobile
Highways ("Autobahn") running through LutherCountry include:
Autobahn A2 (East/West) Oberhausen - Berlin
Autobahn A4 (East/West) Aachen - Görlitz
Autobahn A9 (North/South) Berlin - Munich
Autobahn A14 (North/South) Magdeburg - Nossen
Autobahn A38 (East/West)Göttingen - Halle (Saale)
Autobahn A71 (North/South)Sangerhausen - Schweinfurt
Autobahn A73 (North/South)Suhl - Feucht
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How to find LutherCountry…and get around once you're here
By plane
Erfurt Weimar Airport
flughafen-erfurt-weimar.de/en/with direct link to Autobahn A4/A71
You can also get to LutherCountry within about four hours or less from many other airports across Germany:
Berlin Airport
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Cologne Airport
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Dresden Airport
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Düsseldorf Airport
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Frankfurt Airport
frankfurt-airport.com
Hamburg Airport
airport.de
Hanover Airport
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Leipzig Airport
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Munich Airport
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Faces of
LutherCountry
Come see. Come Experience. Reform your world.
Publisher TourComm Germany GmbH & Co. KG on behalf of Thuringia Tourist Board and Investment and Marketing Corporation of Saxony-Anhalt.Text and Translation TourComm Germany GmbH & Co. KGMaps Huber Medien GmbHPrint Mehgro Werbung GmbHEditorial Deadline July 12, 2014Production of the brochure was subsidized by the Thuringian Ministry of Business, Employment and Technology.Please Note All information was researched with the greatest possible care and is based on data supplied by service providers in Thuringia and Saxony-Anhalt. However, the publisher assumes no liability for the information provided.
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Planes, trains, and automobiles
Visitors to LutherCountry greatly benefit from our central location and extensive infrastructure. Attractive and convenient connections are always available, whether flying directly to the Erfurt Weimar Airport via Munich Airport or coming by train or car from the nearby airports.
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Routes through LutherCountryFollow Martin Luther and your passions
Cultural Heritage Route (Blue)
1 Lutherstadt Eisleben, 2 Eisenach, 3 Erfurt, 4 Weimar, 5 Halle (Saale), 6 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Lutherstadt Eisleben. Distance: 356 miles
1. Luther's Birthplace, Luther's Death House2. Wartburg Castle3. Augustinian Monastery, Merchants' Bridge,
Old Synagogue and Jewish Heritage, St. Mary's Cathedral
4. Bauhaus, Belvedere Castle, Goethe Residence, Schiller's Home, Duchess Anna Amalia Library
5. Francke Foundations, Nebra Sky Disc 6. Wittenberg Castle Church, St. Mary's Church,
Luther House, Luther's Parents' Home
Nature Route (Green)
1 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, 2 Magdeburg, 3 Lutherstadt Eisleben, 4 Muehlhausen, 5 Eisenach, 6 Schmalkalden, 7 Erfurt, 8 Weimar, 9 Dessau, Lutherstadt Wittenberg. Distance: 424 miles
1. Elbe Bike Path, Luther Trail2. Garden Dreams, Elbe Bike Path, St. James
Pilgrimage Route3. St. James Pilgrimage Route, Luther Trail4. Hainich National Park, Treetop Trail, Luther
Trail5. Werra Bike Path, Rennsteig Hiking Trail,
Thuringian Chain-of-Towns Bike Path, Luther Trail
6. Rennsteig Hiking Trail, Luther Trail 7. Egapark Erfurt, German Horticultural
Museum, Thuringian Chain-of-Towns Bike Path, Luther Mile, Luther Trail
8. Park on the River Ilm, Tiefurt, Thuringian Chain-of-Towns Bike Path, Luther Trail
9. Dessau-Wörlitz Garden Kingdom, Elbe Bike Path, Luther Trail
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Architecture Route (Gray)
1 Magdeburg, 2 Muehlhausen, 3 Eisenach, 4 Schmalkalden, 5 Erfurt, 6 Weimar, 7 Halle (Saale), 8 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Magdeburg. Distance: 446 milesHighlights
1. Romanesque Road, St. Maurice & St. Katharine Cathedral (Gothic), The Green Citadel (Hundertwasser)
2. Medieval Town Center (half-timbered houses)
3. Luther House (half-timbered house), Wartburg Castle
4. Luther House (half-timbered house)5. Medieval Town Center (half-timbered
houses)6. Bauhaus7. Market Church (Gothic)8. High School (Hundertwasser)
Fine Arts Route (Orange)
1 Magdeburg, 2 Muehlhausen, 3 Eisenach, 4 Schmalkalden, 5 Erfurt, 6 Weimar, 7 Halle (Saale), 8 Dessau, 9 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Magdeburg. Distance: 455 milesHighlights
1. Georg Philipp Telemann2. Divi-Blasii Church, Johann Sebastian Bach3. Concerts at Wartburg Castle, Richard
Wagner, Johann Sebastian Bach4. Wilhelmsburg Castle Church, St. George
Town Church5. Augustinian Monastery, Theater Erfurt, St.
Mary's Cathedral (J. S. Bach)6. Palace Museum, St. Peter and Paul Church
Altarpiece, German National Theater, Johann Sebastian Bach, Franz Liszt
7. George Frideric Handel8. Anhalt Picture Gallery, Kurt Weill9. Cranach House and Courtyards
Cozy, half-timbered houses and romantic streets are just two examples of LutherCountry's many charms. On the following pages, discover how to best plan your trip through LutherCountry, and embark on a journey through this historical region that is rich in picturesque landscapes and cultural monuments. Simply put, LutherCountry offers something for everyone and leaves nothing to be desired!
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Your Guide to LutherCountry
Market Place, Schmalkalden
FACE ONE ReformationLearn about Martin Luther, the Reformation, and 10 great reasons to visit LutherCountry.
FACE TWO Cultural HeritageUncover a wealth of cultural heritage sites just waiting to be discovered.
FACE THREE ArchitectureLearn more about the architectural styles that define LutherCountry's look and feel.
FACE FOUR NatureDiscover the green fields, flowing rivers, and lush forests of LutherCountry.
FACE FIVE Fine ArtsEncounter unforgettable examples of artistic expression originating from LutherCountry.
FACE SIX Culinary SpecialtiesTickle your tastebuds with delectable LutherCountry foods and wines.
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Faces of LutherCountry
The trick to planning any trip abroad is finding the perfect balance between sightseeing, entertainment, and relaxation. The pressure is high not to miss any of the must-see attractions while still finding time to taste the local cuisine, enjoy a play or concert, and truly experience the local culture.
But worry not! Our guide is the perfect resource for making all of this possible. Over the next few pages, we will introduce you to the many "faces", or aspects, of LutherCountry, all clearly divided into 6 themes. We will show you various cities, sites, activities, and exhibitions all specifically chosen to suit the interests of Americans wishing to return to Martin Luther's roots, learn more about the Reformation, and discover this region’s rich and diverse culture. Pay attention to the insider tips scattered throughout the guide for adding depth and excitement to your trip.
After reading this guide, you will
know exactly where to go and what
to see for the perfect LutherCountry
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Table of ContentsLet the journey begin
Our Tip
Be sure to use the foldout map of LutherCountry in the back of this guide to aid in orientation while flipping through the pages.
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IN LUTHERCOUNTRYWhat's on the agenda each year in LutherCountry
VISITOR RESOURCESAll the information you need to plan the perfect trip to LutherCountry
ROUTES THROUGH
LUTHERCOUNTRYSuggestions on where to go and what to see during your trip to LutherCountry
HOW TO FIND
LUTHERCOUNTRYInformation on flight, train, and car connections to and within LutherCountry
MORE, MORE, MORE!Conveniently access more information online at facebook.com/LutherCountry pinterest.com/LutherCountry
or through our website:
Visit LutherCountry!
After answering the "where?" and "what?" of your trip, you have to answer the next, and sometimes more overwhelming, "how?". Regardless of which cities or themes are the focus of your trip, our resources section covers the information you need to make your trip a reality.
In addition to a list of annual events, our visitor resources pages provide you with information on hotels, churches, guides, tourist attractions, and barrier-free accessibility for creating your own personalized itinerary. You will also find contact information for the experts here in LutherCountry, who are happy to answer any questions you may have.
Our "How to find LutherCountry" page features transportation information both to and within the region. The public transportation system in LutherCountry is safe, fast, and well-developed, providing a stress-free and efficient alternative to driving or hiring a bus.
We wish you happy reading, happy
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welcoming you to LutherCountry!
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"Here I stand; I can do no other."
Martin Luther
Few men or women can be described as having "changed the history of the world." However, Martin Luther is one of these rare people. An energetic and charismatic German born in 1483, the Father of the Reformation stands shoulder to shoulder with the giants of history.
His influence spread through Western Europe and, with European settlers, to the United States. Lutheran communities scattered across America are all direct beneficiaries of Luther's legacy.
Join LutherCountry in celebrating the LutherDecade! Follow in Luther's footsteps and travel to the cities where he lived, worked, and preached; trace the Protestant religion back to its roots and discover the towering personality behind the Great Reformer.
Reformation - from a spark to a flame
Luther Memorial, Erfurt
Terms to know
LutherDecade
The 10-year build-up to 2017 and the 500th anniversary of the Reformation.
LutherCountry
The umbrella title for the two German states Saxony-Anhalt (northern LutherCountry) and Thuringia (southern LutherCountry).
LutherCities
Official cities in LutherCountry where you can follow in the footsteps of Martin Luther.
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Luther Bible, Francke Foundations
LutherDecade Theme Years
In order to explore all the complex layers of the Reformation, the LutherDecade focuses on a particular theme each year building up to 2017.
2015: Reformation - Visual Arts and the Bible
2016: Reformation and the One World
2017: Anniversary of the Reformation
Face One Reformation
Reason 1: The Word
In the beginning there was the Word, but it wasn't until Martin Luther translated the Bible into German while at the Wartburg Castle (UNESCO World Heritage Site) in Eisenach that the Word became accessible to the common man. Here, you can visit the room where Luther completed this great work. ( page 11)
Reason 2: Off the beaten path
What better way to commemorate a great visionary than by striking off into unknown lands? Take off down the Luther Trail, which passes through Schmalkalden and other LutherCities, connecting many of the locations within LutherCountry. ( page 19)
Reason 3: Medieval marvels
LutherCountry is home to many romantic Medieval cities filled with typical half-timbered houses. Muehlhausen and Quedlinburg are two sterling examples, inviting you to travel back in time and wander streets hundreds of years old. ( page 17)
Reason 4: Feel the thunder
In Martin Luther's experience, God's voice indeed "thundereth marvelously", as it did for Job; after being caught in a thunderstorm, Luther faced his own mortality and devoted his life to God. In Erfurt, you can visit the Augustinian Monastery where Luther served as a monk. ( page 11)
Reason 5: Fine art
Bach, Cranach, Wagner, and Luther: these great men all shared one great passion – the arts. Through their respective mediums, each of them left their mark on LutherCountry and Weimar in particular, which is also famous for its UNESCO sites. ( page 23)
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Reason 6: The circle of life
Martin Luther's life both began and ended in Lutherstadt Eisleben. He gave the last sermon of his life in St. Andrew's Church, and Luther's Birthplace and Death House can still be visited to this day. A visit to Luther's Parents' Home in nearby Mansfeld-Lutherstadt will bring your Luther adventure full-circle. ( page 11)
Reason 7: The 95 theses
Come to Lutherstadt Wittenberg and visit the Castle Church upon whose doors Luther nailed his 95 theses almost 500 years ago! Or visit the Melanchthon House and learn more about Martin Luther's formidable "right-hand man", Philipp Melanchthon. ( page 11)
Reason 8: Artistic inspiration
Martin Luther's work had a strong influence on the arts and one artist in particular – Lucas Cranach the Elder. Cranach was a strong supporter of Luther and several of his most important works are on display in the Anhalt Picture Gallery in Dessau. ( page 24)
Reason 9: The death mask
Luther often went to Halle (Saale) to preach and the city is nowadays home to a very special artifact – Martin Luther's death mask. The death mask is kept safe in the city's Market Church. Step inside and take a look at the original cast of Luther's face and hands. ( page 17)
Reason 10: Gothicism
Luther attended boarding school in Magdeburg and the city became a leader in the Reformation. Magdeburg's history spans even further back, with a Gothic cathedral dating back over 1,000 years. ( page 17)
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LutherCountry is famous for its rich and somewhat tumultuous history,
boasting a veritable buffet of cultural heritage to choose from. Some of
these sites have even been awarded UNESCO World Cultural Heritage
status.
UNESCO stands for the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization. In 1972, UNESCO started a list of UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Sites to recognize and preserve our world's cultural heritage.
Many of the 39 German UNESCO World Heritage Sites to date can be found right here in LutherCountry! Combine these with an endless number of other fascinating cultural highlights to make your journey here as exciting as it is diverse – come and explore!
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Wartburg Castle, Eisenach
The Luther Connection
Considering Martin Luther's impact on the course of history, it comes as no surprise that many cultural highlights have direct ties to him and the Reformation. Some are even on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Lutherstadt Wittenberg -
The Luther House
The Luther House was home to Martin Luther and his family for almost 35 years. The house now boasts the original “Lutherstube”, or Luther Room, and the largest museum of Reformation history worldwide. The exhibition "Martin Luther: life, work and legacy" features over 1,000 items, such as Luther's monk habit and bible.
Our tip: The exhibition in the house basement offers a rare look into the personal life of the Great Reformer. Learn more about his wife, how she ran their household, and see scenes from the Luther family's everyday life.
lutherstadt-wittenberg.de
Lutherstadt Eisleben -
Luther's Birthplace & Death House
The memorial buildings of Luther's Birthplace and Death House are now both museums that allow guests to journey back to his roots.
Our tip: Luther was baptized in Lutherstadt Eisleben and an original baptismal font, dating all the way back to 1518, is a must-see part of the Luther's Birthplace exhibition.
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Eisenach - Wartburg Castle
The Wartburg Castle promises to fulfill all the romantic expectations one can have of a true German fortress. Founded around 1067, this castle houses a museum brimming with unique relics dating back to the Middle Ages. The Castle played a pivotal role in the success of the Reformation, as it was within these walls that Martin Luther hid from those against him, during which time he translated the New Testament into German.
Our tip: Visit the original room in which Luther completed his translations and soak in an atmosphere alive with religious and historical significance.
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Erfurt - Augustinian Monastery
Martin Luther first dedicated his life to God here, joining the order as a monk in July 1505. The monastery itself was also influenced by Luther's Reformation and became home to the Lutheran parish of St. John's in 1525.
Our tip: The monastery's important role in Luther's life is now honored by the "Bible – Monastery – Luther" exhibition. Come see original prayer cells, the historical library, and other artifacts from Luther's time in Erfurt.
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Theses door, Lutherstadt Wittenberg
LutherCountry's Cultural Heritage
Weimar
With three UNESCO World Heritage Sites featuring over 16 UNESCO objects, Weimar is southern LutherCountry's veritable cultural crown jewel. Its three Bauhaus buildings were added to the list in 1996, and another 13 sites from "Classical Weimar" were declared UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Sites in 1998.
The Classic Foundation of Weimar comprises over 20 of Weimar's most distinct cultural highlights, ranging from museums, palaces, and parks to various literary and art collections. These highlights include historical buildings like the Goethe House, Schiller's Home, and the Duchess Anna Amalia Library, as well as outdoor gems like the Park on the River Ilm or the Belvedere Palace.
Our tip: To stand in the beautiful Rococo Hall of the Duchess Anna Amalia Library amidst books and stunning works of art is an absolute must while in Weimar. The library also boasts a magnificent Luther Bible from 1534. Due to a limited number of guests allowed, groups should reserve their tickets well in advance.
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Lutherstadt Wittenberg: Castle Church and St. Mary's Church
According to legend, it was onto the Lutherstadt Wittenberg Castle Church doors that Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses, thus sparking the Revolution. The original doors have since been replaced with memorial doors of bronze, an impressive tribute to an act that changed the course of history.
St. Mary's Church is the oldest building in Lutherstadt Wittenberg and is home to the stunning Reformation Altar created by the famous Reformation artist, Lucas Cranach the Elder.
Our tip: Be sure to visit the graves of Martin Luther and fellow Reformation champion, Phillip Melanchthon, at the Castle Church. Should you be at St. Mary's Church between May and October, be sure to sit in on a Saturday evening service – all in English!
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Duchess Anna Amalia Library
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Halle (Saale): Francke Foundations
The Francke Foundations was founded by August Hermann Francke in 1698 and served as orphanage, school, and center for scientific research. Today, it is also famous for its Cabinet of Artifacts and Curiosities, which is said to be Germany's oldest museum. The Cabinet of Artifacts and Curiosities remains true to its original layout from 1741; with unlabeled artifacts lining the shelves of different cases, the museum places the importance on the collection as a whole, rather than on the relevance of individual pieces.
Our tip: The Francke Foundations is part of the cultural experience “Kulturhäuptlinge”, or “Culture Chiefs”. This ever-changing series of events presents seven cultural feathers that make Halle (Saale) a cultural citadel and will crown you as a cultural chief. Join us at any time of year in celebrating culture with plenty of exciting highlights.
Halle (Saale): Nebra Sky Disc
The State Museum of Prehistory in Halle (Saale) is home to the Nebra Sky Disc, which was discovered near Nebra in 1999 and has been included in the UNESCO Memory of the World Register since 2013. The Nebra Sky Disc dates back to the Bronze Age and is one of the earliest known depictions of the heavens as we know them today. Some 3,600 years old, the disc is made of bronze and covered in gold leaf decorations. In addition to the Nebra Sky Disc, the State Museum of Prehistory displays artifacts that date all the way back to the Early Stone Age, some of which are up to 370,000 years old.
Our tip: The State Museum of Prehistory is just one of four fascinating highlights available on the "Sky Paths" tourist route. This route runs through northern LutherCountry and takes you to four archaeologically significant sites, making stops in Halle (Saale), Nebra, Goseck, and Langeneichstädt.
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The Francke Foundations
Nebra Sky Disc
LEARN MORE!
UNESCO World Heritage Information whc.unesco.org
Luther Connections visit-luther.com
Erfurt: Merchants' Bridge
The Merchants' Bridge, or "Krämerbrücke", in Erfurt exudes a quaint, cobblestoned charm that invites one to linger and wander through the various shops. Built in 1325, the Merchants' Bridge runs over the Gera River and is lined on both sides with houses, deceiving visitors into believing that it isn't a bridge at all. Indeed, it can only be recognized as a bridge when being viewed from the banks of the river. The Merchants' Bridge is the longest series of inhabited buildings on any bridge in Europe, and one could argue that the delicious Goldhelm "Merchants' Bridge Praline" and the shops' handcrafted items are the best of their kind anywhere.
Our tip: For the perfect aerial view of the Merchants' Bridge, climb the tower of the Aegidien Church on the bridge's eastern end. The church is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Erfurt: Old Synagogue and Jewish Heritage
The Old Synagogue in Erfurt is one of the few preserved Medieval synagogues still in existence in all of Europe. Built during the Middle Ages, much of the original structure still stands and is within walking distance from the Merchants' Bridge. The building was restored and eventually reopened in 2009, along with an exhibition of breathtaking Medieval treasures comprising currency and jewelry of the most resplendent silver and gold.
Our tip: The "Pièce de résistance" of the Old Synagogue's collection of treasure is arguably the famous, intricately designed Jewish wedding ring. As there are only two other rings similar in the world, be sure to see this sparkling piece of history on display in the Synagogue's basement.
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Jewish wedding ring, Erfurt
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Merchants' Bridge, Erfurt
When traveling to a new country, region or city, our perceptions,
moods, and emotions are directly, even if unknowingly, influenced by
the architectural style of the buildings.
A towering, marble cathedral can impart a majestic air to the city below, whereas cobblestoned streets lined with half-timbered houses hundreds of years old can produce an atmosphere instantly quaint, cozy, and inviting.
The various architectural styles found in LutherCountry testify to its long and rich history; half-timbered houses, Medieval castles and city centers, Gothic cathedrals, and Romanesque buildings all combine to create a warm, varied, and rich historical feel. Come and be moved by myriad buildings that have stood the test of time and still stand in all their former glory.
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The Bauhaus Building, DessauArchitect Walter Gropius 1925/26
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The Luther Connection
Luther House Schmalkalden
Schmalkalden is one of LutherCountry's half-timbered gems; an impressive example of this architectural style is the Luther House. Built around 1520, this building witnessed meetings of the Schmalkaldic League and the publication of Luther's Schmalkaldic Articles. Another definite must-see is the Wilhelmsburg Castle and its fascinating Reformation exhibition!
Luther House Eisenach
Eisenach is home to one of southern LutherCountry’s oldest and most beautiful half-timbered houses: the Luther House. Set to reopen mid-2015, its intriguing exhibition shows Martin Luther as a schoolboy, Bible translator, church teacher, and educator of the people. Another architectural highlight is the impressive Wartburg Castle and its unique mix of Romanesque, Gothic, and Renaissance styles.
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The Luther House, Schmalkalden
Southern LutherCountry
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Take a closer look at the architectural styles in LutherCountry at:
Northern LutherCountry
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LutherCountry's Architecture
Romanesque Style
Magdeburg: The Romanesque Road
Follow one of Germany's most beloved tourist trails, forming a figure eight through northern LutherCountry. Embark on a journey through the Middle Ages; fairytale scenery is made complete with myriad monasteries, town churches, great cathedrals, and awe-inspiring castles, all built between 950 and 1250. This trail converges in the middle at Magdeburg and passes through Lutherstadt Eisleben, highlighting the St. Mary's of Helfta Convent.
Our tip: Stop by the Romanesque Art Center and Romanesque Road Info Center in Magedeburg and dive into the everyday life, beliefs, and customs of the Middle Ages through interactive exhibitions.
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Gothic Style
This architectural style evolved from the Romanesque style and is characterized by its use of pointed arches. Must-see examples include:
St. Maurice & St. Katharine Cathedral, Magdeburg
This imposing cathedral is the oldest in Germany and one of the tallest in eastern Germany. Originally a catholic church, the cathedral was ultimately influenced by the Reformation and held its first Protestant service in 1567.
Market Church, Halle (Saale)
This late-Gothic construction is truly unique; built from 1529-1554, it combined two churches, thus resulting in the 4-tower anomaly that defines Halle's skyline.
Our tip: Be sure to make time for the highlights waiting within: Martin Luther's death mask and Handel's baptismal font!
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Cathedral, Magdeburg
Cistercian monastery,St. Mary's of Helfta Convent
Medieval Towns and Half-Timbered Houses
Erfurt boasts one of the largest Medieval town centers in Europe, and the entire city is under monumental protection. The charming towns of Muehlhausen, Quedlinburg, and Schmalkalden belong to the "German Half-timbered House Road", and Quedlinburg's lovely city center has even earned a spot on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List.
Our tip: A section of the Muehlhausen city wall is open to tourists and offers the perfect city view!
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Modern Style
Bauhaus
The Bauhaus School was founded in Weimar in 1919 and functioned as a school for the arts for 14 years, moving to Dessau in 1925 and finally to Berlin from 1932-1933. Today, Bauhaus is famous for its original, simplistic approach to artistic and architectural design.
Visit the Bauhaus Museum in Weimar before heading to Dessau to see the original Bauhaus Building and Masters' Houses, all of which have earned themselves an important name in the history of modern architecture and as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
weimar.de/en/ bauhaus-dessau.de
Hundertwasser
THE GREEN CITADEL OF MAGDEBURG and the Luther-Melanchthon High School in Lutherstadt Wittenberg were both designed by the famous artist and architect, Hundertwasser. These buildings' uneven lines, bright colors, and roof-top gardens infect visitors with their Dr. Seuss-like quality and playful spirit.
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Bauhaus stairway, Weimar
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City wall, Muehlhausen
LutherCountry is home to glorious trees, valleys, hills, lakes, and streams, all waiting to impart their beauty and peace onto those who come willing to explore.
Biking and Hiking Adventures
LutherCountry's various bike paths offer the perfect solution for visitors wishing to experience the region's cultural highlights without missing out on the vast and various landscapes. The hiking trails in LutherCountry, which include the Luther Trail and various pilgrimage routes, allow guests to reconnect with nature and enjoy the rejuvenating and calming effects of time spent away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
UNESCO Natural World Heritage
UNESCO sites are not only instances of cultural heritage, but also of natural heritage – and one of them can be found right here in LutherCountry!
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A little peace of heaven on earth
Garden Kingdom, Dessau-Wörlitz
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"For in the true nature of things, if we
rightly consider, every green tree is far
more glorious than if it were made of gold
and silver."
– Martin Luther
The Luther Trail ("Lutherweg") is the perfect way to combine love of nature with passion for Luther history. This trail runs through all of Germany and brings travelers to the cities that played important roles in Luther's life. Follow the "L" along the Luther Trail, more than 900 miles of which run through LutherCountry and all of the LutherCities except Magdeburg.
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Our Tip: As an extension to the Luther Trail, Erfurt has developed a special "Luther Mile". This route winds through Erfurt, stopping at various historically significant buildings, churches, and museums along the way. Be sure to get your Luther Mile pass and enjoy Erfurt's many Reformation highlights.
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UNESCO's Green Side
Hainich National Park & Treetop Trail
The Hainich National Park is one of the UNESCO World Natural Heritage Beech Forests. Covering an area of over 18,500 acres and offering a number of tours, trails, and activities, this is a prerequisite for all nature lovers visiting LutherCountry.
Our tip: One trail quite literally a notch above the rest (33-82 feet above, to be exact) is the wheelchair-accessible Treetop Trail. The over 1,000-foot-long trail guides visitors through the Thuringian Forest.
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Dessau-Wörlitz Garden Kingdom
This charming, 35,000-acre English-style landscape, along with its stunning examples of Classical and neo-Gothic architecture, stretches between Dessau and Lutherstadt Wittenberg and is part of the UNESCO Middle Elbe Biosphere Reserve.
Our tip: Should walking or biking prove to be too strenuous, or if you're on a tight schedule, a train runs from April to October to get you quickly and comfortably from point A to point B.
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Treetop Trail, Hainich National Park,UNESCO World Natural Heritage
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LutherCountry's Nature
Gardens
The impressive beauty of LutherCountry's untamed nature is equally matched by a multitude of divine and exquisite gardens.
Weimar – a city surrounded by gardens
Here, guests have a plethora of inviting gardens to choose from. From the 100-acre Park on the River Ilm to the grand Belvedere Palace orangery and the Tiefurt Palace and park with its romantic, sloping hills, there is sure to be more than just one reason to linger and enjoy.
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Erfurt's Horticultural Heritage
As early as Luther's time, Erfurt was known for its particularly green thumb. Today, its German Horticultural Museum and the egapark Erfurt prove that this reputation is one truly earned.
erfurt-tourismus.de
Magdeburg's Garden Dreams
Magdeburg has myriad gardens waiting to dazzle visitors with their unique and beautiful styles, including Rotehornpark, the Klosterbergegarten, Herrenkrug Park, and Elbauen Park.
magdeburg-tourist.de
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Tiefurt park, Weimar
Bike Paths
Elbe Bike Path
Length: ca. 520 miles · LutherCities: Magdeburg, Dessau, Lutherstadt Wittenberg
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Thuringian Chain-of-Towns Bike Path
Length: ca. 140 miles · LutherCities: Eisenach, Erfurt, Weimar
thueringer-staedtekette.de
Ilm Valley Bike Trail ****
Length: ca. 78 miles · LutherCities: Weimar
Hiking Trails & Pilgrimage
Luther Trail ("Lutherweg")
Length: ca. 900 miles · LutherCities: Eisenach, Schmalkalden, Muehlhausen, Erfurt, Weimar, Lutherstadt Eisleben, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Dessau, Halle (Saale)
St. James Pilgrimage Route
Length: ca. 230 miles · LutherCities: Magdeburg, Lutherstadt Eisleben
Rennsteig
Length: ca. 105 miles · LutherCities: Eisenach, Schmalkalden
Our tip: The Mountain Lake Ebertswiese near Floh-Seligenthal is one of the few lakes on the Rennsteig Trail. For the perfect adrenaline rush, jump from the 32-foot-high cliff into the clear, cool waters below.
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Bike riding, Rennsteig
Luther Trail
Art can be anything from a stroke on a canvas to a note sung or a movement on the stage. Whatever the form may be, true art teaches us something about the artist and ourselves. Peer into the soul of LutherCountry and experience the art created, preserved, and loved by its community.
Music and Art: a long-lived tradition
Luther's self-composed hymns and energetic promotion of music spurred the Reformation onward and led to a drastic change in Protestant church services. These changes were also reflected in stunning works of art created by some of Germany’s most celebrated painters and composers. There are many opportunities to celebrate this rich artistic tradition during your stay in LutherCountry!
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Choir at Herderkirche, Weimar
The Luther Connection
Lucas Cranach the Elder and Younger
Lucas Cranach the Elder was a gifted painter, Reformation supporter, and good friend of Martin Luther. His son, Cranach the Younger, carried on the family tradition and also created breathtaking works of art inspired by the Reformation. Today, LutherCountry invites guests to discover magnificent Cranach altarpieces and art collections in museums across the region, which include a famous portrait of Martin Luther and many religious paintings mirroring Luther's theology.
Cranach Sites in LutherCountry
• Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Cranach House and the "Lucas Cranach and his time” exhibition
• Weimar
Weimar City Palace Cranach Exhibition; Cranach House; Cranach altarpiece in the St. Peter and Paul Church; and Cranach’s grave at the St. Jacob's Cemetery
• Dessau
Anhalt Picture Gallery with many important Cranach pieces
• Gotha
Cranach Gallery at Ducal Museum
• Eisenach
Cranach Collection at Wartburg Castle
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Cranach House, Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Church Music and Johann Sebastian Bach
"Next to the Word of God, the noble art of music is the greatest treasure in the world." – Martin Luther
Luther introduced the idea that worship should be essentially musical; 200 years later, this idea inspired the great Johann Sebastian Bach, whose Lutheran beliefs resulted in some of the world’s finest choral music. Born in Eisenach, Bach also lived in Muehlhausen, Arnstadt, and Weimar, and played the Divi-Blasii and Palace Church organs. Eisenach's St. George's Church still houses Bach's original baptismal font, and the city's Bach House Museum offers a unique, hands-on musical experience.
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LutherCountry's Fine Arts
Church Music
Imagine being surrounded by the enchanting echo of music ringing through an ancient church; this magical experience can move the soul and is waiting for you in LutherCountry.
Visit Schmalkalden's Wilhelmsburg Castle Church to hear music played on an organ with wooden pipes dating back to 1589, or swing by the St. George town church and enjoy one of their concerts.
Erfurt's Augustinian Monastery boasts a choir of over 120 members and hosts annual choir performances and evening concerts.
Muehlhausen's Divi-Blasii Church puts on organ concerts throughout the year – the very same organ that Bach once played!
The German National Theater
Tracing its roots back to the 1700s, this theater in Weimar continues to bear witness to innumerable displays of theatrical brilliance and was even run for a time by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. nationaltheater-weimar.de
Theater Erfurt
Rebuilt in 2003, this theater hosts over 400 events each year and is one of the most modern venues in Europe.
Our Tip: If you're here in the summer, a trip to the Cathedral Steps Festival is an absolute must! This outdoor performance in front of the St. Mary's Cathedral transforms the stairs into a stage that truly takes one's breath away.
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Insider Tip: The Thuringian Bach Weeks
The annual Thuringian Bach Weeks represent the largest festival of classical music in Southern LutherCountry and offer an unforgettable experience, breathing life back into Bach's beautiful works in original locations. A special highlight is the "Long night of Domestic Music", during which guests can enjoy a more intimate musical experience with performances by various local musicians.
thueringer-bachwochen.de/en/
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Thuringian Bach Weeks
Cathedral Steps Festival,Erfurt
Richard Wagner
Wagner's "Tannhäuser" was inspired by the Wartburg Castle. Fittingly, Eisenach is now home to the Reuter-Wagner Museum and the 2nd largest Richard Wagner Collection in the world.
George Frideric Handel
Handel was born in Halle (Saale), now also known as "The Handel City". Halle (Saale) is home to the Handel House Museum and, each year, celebrates the renowned Handel Festival. The Market Church where he was baptized, the cathedral organ which he played, and the Handel Memorial are just a few of Halle's fascinating Handel highlights.
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Franz Liszt
Franz Liszt spent part of his life in Weimar and acted as court musical director. His influence and music are remembered today by the Liszt School of Music and the Liszt House.
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Georg Philipp Telemann
Telemann was born in Magdeburg in 1681. Today, the Telemann Pillar honors his memory and the city plays host to the beloved Telemann Festival Days, which take place every 2 years in March.
Kurt Weill
Kurt Weill is LutherCountry's most recent "musical genius". Born to a Jewish family in Dessau in 1900, Weill immigrated to the States in 1935 and became a renowned Broadway composer. The Kurt Weill Center at the Feininger House offers a fascinating look into the life and works of the man who made such an impact on American musical theater.
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LutherCountry' s Famous Composers
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Many of the renowned composers whose works still move us today found their muse in LutherCountry. Come and be inspired by the many museums, exhibitions, and performances that bring new life to these composers' great works.
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We've all heard the old saying, "the surest way to the heart is through
the stomach."
In LutherCountry, we've taken this saying to heart. Our regional cuisine is as tasty as it is diverse, using fresh, local ingredients and recipes that go back hundreds of years.
Come experience our various traditional culinary delights; once you've tasted our many splendors, we're sure that LutherCountry will have found a very special place in your heart.
As we say in Germany:
"Lass es dir schmecken!"
"Enjoy your meal!"
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Dornburg Vineyards
The Luther Connection
"Beer is made by men, wine by God."
– Martin Luther
Fruit of the Vine
Martin Luther was a great proponent of wine and would be happy to see that winemaking is still a trademark of the region. For the true Martin Luther experience, be sure to try some of our delicious red, white, and sparkling wines. "Prost!" – "Cheers!"
Our tip: Be sure to visit the Saale-Unstrut Wine Region, the northernmost quality cultivation area in Germany.
Rotkäppchen
Rotkäppchen is the name of one of Germany's most beloved sekt (sparkling wine) producers. The historic sparkling wine cellar is located in Freyburg (Unstrut), a mere hour's drive away from Halle (Saale). Visitors can tour the beautiful winery and learn more about the production process.
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Beer
LutherCountry is proud to have the oldest beer-brewing culture in Germany, and its dark and tasty Köstritzer Schwarzbier is the most famous black beer in the world! This brewery is one of many throughout the region that is always well-worth a visit.
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Dining "Luther-style"!
Treat your tastebuds to a meal true in taste and style to the mid-1500s at one of these restaurants and see for yourself why Martin Luther was so fond of food and drink!
Lutherstadt Eisleben
• Lutherschenke
Eisenach
• Lutherstuben in Hotel Eisenacher Hof
Erfurt
• Lutherkeller in the Futterstraße
Lutherstadt Wittenberg
• Luthermahl, BEST WESTERN Stadtpalais
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Hearty Helpings
LutherCountry’s local cuisine boasts an array of aromas and tastes sure to satisfy even the pickiest of palates. Traditional foods include:
• Harz Cheese – a sour milk cheese originating from the Harz Mountains, low in fat and rich in taste.
• Dessau Bacon Quiche – a salty treat of homemade dough, onions, and ham right out of Grandma's kitchen.
• Asparagus – Germany’s most beloved vegetable served fresh and in season, sometimes with sauces or spices.
• Thuringian Bratwurst – a spicy sausage of pork, beef, or sometimes veal that follows a recipe hundreds of years old.
• Potato Dumplings – a round, tasty mixture of grated and mashed potatoes and bread crumbs.
Sweet Treats
LutherCountry is home to some of the finest sweets Germany has to offer. Some examples include:
• Halloren Chocolate Factory – founded in 1804, this is the oldest chocolate factory in Germany and famous for its chocolate ball, the "Original Halloren Kugel".
• Viba Nougat Pralines – for over 119 years, Viba has produced some of Germany’s most delicate and beloved chocolate. Our tip: Stop by the Viba Factory in Schmalkalden and observe the work of the chocolatiers or become one yourself in one of the chocolate making seminars.
• Stollen – a hallmark of LutherCountry Christmas Markets, this heavy cake is filled with various combinations of dried fruit, nuts, marzipan, etc., and is sprinkled with powdered sugar.
• Goldhelm SchokoladenManufaktur – pure, delicious, handmade chocolates await you in this charming shop and café just behind Erfurt’s Merchants' Bridge!
Insider Tip: "Kaffeeklatsch" (coffee chit-chat) in Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Kaffeeklatsch is the perfect chance to try homemade German cake while enjoying a private get-together with local German families over coffee and dessert. Meetings must be arranged in advance through the local tourist information.
lutherstadt-wittenberg.de
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Meal with potato dumplings
Chocolatier at Merchants' Bridge, Erfurt
Kurt Weill Fest
Dessau Late February, early March
"Sommergewinn" Spring Festival
Eisenach 3 weeks before Easter
Thuringian Bach Weeks
Thuringia March, April
Music Days
Muehlhausen April, May
Anhalt Museum Elbe Music Festival
Dessau Ascension Day Weekend
Museum Night
Halle (Saale) Beginning of May
City Festival
Muehlhausen Pentecost weekend
Mayflower Festival
Lutherstadt Wittenberg May
"Köstritzer Spiegelzelt" Festival
Weimar May, June
Peasant's Revolt Spectacle
Muehlhausen May, June
Garden Kingdom Summer
Dessau May - September
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Events in LutherCountryNever a dull moment
"Sommergewinn" Spring Festival
"Köstritzer Spiegelzelt" Festival
egapark Flower and Garden Market
Erfurt May - September
Handel Festival
Halle (Saale) Beginning of June for 10 days
Luther's Wedding Festival
Lutherstadt Wittenberg 2nd weekend in June
Merchants' Bridge Festival
Erfurt 3rd weekend in June
Cathedral Steps Festival
Erfurt 3 weeks in July
Weimar Summer
Weimar July, August
egapark Festival of Lights
Erfurt August
Long Night of the Churches
Halle (Saale) Middle of August
"Hirschessen" Town Festival
Schmalkalden Last weekend in August
Goethe's Birthday & Wine Festival
Weimar Late August
Lantern Festival
Halle (Saale) Last weekend in August
Stroll on the Luther Trail
Lutherstadt Eisleben Last Sunday in August
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Handel Festival
Luther's Wedding Festival
Lantern Festival
Bauhaus Color Festival
Dessau 1st weekend in September
Field Market
Lutherstadt Eisleben 3rd weekend in September
Church Music Days
Erfurt September
Pottery Market
Weimar September
Thuringia Jazz Mile
Thuringia Early October until late November
Onion Market
Weimar 2nd October weekend
Reformation Festival
Lutherstadt Wittenberg October 31
Luther's Birthday Festival
Lutherstadt Eisleben Weekend around Luther's birthday (November 10)
Renaissance Music Festival
Lutherstadt Wittenberg Late October, early November
Ecumenical St. Martin's Day Celebration
Erfurt November 10
Concert Season at Wartburg CastleCome experience one of the various year-round operas and concerts, such as "Tannhäuser", during your trip to LutherCountry!
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Bauhaus Color Festival
Onion Market
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Christmas Markets
Eisenach
Late November until just before Christmas Eve
Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Late November until just before Christmas Eve
Halle (Saale)
Late November until just before Christmas Eve
Magdeburg
Late November until just before New Year's Eve
Erfurt
1st Advent weekend until December 22
Schmalkalden
1st Wednesday in December until December 20
Wartburg, Eisenach - Historical Christmas Market
1st, 2nd and 3rd Advent weekend
Muehlhausen - Art and Advent Market
3rd Advent weekend
Weimar
November until January
Dessau
December
More InformationPlease visit
visit-luther.com
for the most up-to-date information on events going on in LutherCountry!
Christmas Market, Erfurt
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Christmas Market, Weimar
Christmas Market, Lutherstadt Wittenberg
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Dessau
Guided Tours in English
Group City TourGarden Kingdom Dessau-WörlitzCulture Trail City TourGuided Tower ClimbGuided Hike on the Martin Luther Trail
Tours at the Bauhaus Dessau
Foundation
Bauhaus and Masters' Houses Tour Architecture Tour through the Dessau-TörtenBauhaus Settlement
Further Attractions
The Dessau Bauhaus and Masters' Houses Garden Kingdom Dessau-Wörlitz Middle Elbe Biosphere Reserve
Tourist Information
Zerbster Straße 2c
06844 Dessau-Roßlau
Tel. +49 (0) 340 204 1442 or -19433
Hotels
Days Inn Dessau
Radisson Blu Fürst Leopold Hotel
NH Hotel
Museums
City Museum
Hugo Junkers' Technical Museum Kurt Weill Center at the Feininger HouseMoses Mendelssohn CenterAnhalt Picture Gallery
Churches
Church of St. John
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Eisenach
Museums
Wartburg Museum
Bach House
Luther House (reopening summer 2015)Prediger Church - Collection of Medieval ArtReuter Wagner MuseumCity Palace Thuringian MuseumAutomobile World Eisenach
Guided Tours in English
Old City Tour (optional: guide of the Wartburg Castle)
Handicapped-friendly Old City Tour
Leisurely Stroll with Luise ReuterBus City TourSegway ToursMartin Luther - Latin Student and Squire JörgA Chatty Woman in Luther's "Beloved City"Discover Luther TourOn the Trail of Martin Luther Tour
Further Attractions
Wartburg Castle
Burschenschaftsdenkmal - Memorial for Freedom and UnityLuther MemorialBach Memorial
Tourist Information
Markt 2499817 Eisenach
Tel. +49 (0) 369 179 230
Hotels
Hotel auf der Wartburg
Hotel Eisenacher Hof
Steigenberger Hotel Thüringer Hof
Hotel Kaiserhof
Göbel's Sophienhotel
Schlosshotel Eisenach
pentahotel Eisenach
Land- und Golfhotel "Alte Fliegerschule"
Hotel Glockenhof
Hotel am Bachhaus
Logotel S
Haus Hainstein S
Churches
St. George Church
St. Nicholas Church
Key
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Lutherstadt Eisleben
Guided Tours in English
Historical City Center Tour
Further Attractions
Luther MemorialLuther TrailThe "Knappenbrunnen" FountainMarket SquareSt. Mary's of Helfta Convent
Tourist Information
Hallesche Straße 4
06295 Lutherstadt Eisleben
Tel. +49 (0) 347 560 2124
eisleben-tourist.de
lutherstaedte-eisleben-mansfeld.de
Hotels
Hotel Graf von Mansfeld
Museums
Luther's Birthplace
Luther's Death House
Luther's Parents' Homein Mansfeld (near Eisleben)
Churches
St. Peter and Paul ChurchSt. Andrew's ChurchSt. Anne's ChurchSt. Mary's ChurchSt. George Church
Key
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Erfurt
Museums
Augustinian Monastery Exhibition "Bible - Monastery - Luther"
City Museum Erfurt
The Old Synagogue in Erfurt
Anger Museum
Thuringian Folklore MuseumGuided Tours in English
Historical Old City Tour
Evening Tour with the Night Watchman
Petersberg Citadel Tour
Traces of Jewish History Tour
Erfurt City Tram Tour
iGuide (independent virtual guide)
In Luther's footsteps
Through Erfurt in Bach's footsteps
Further Attractions
Merchants' Bridge
Egapark Erfurt
Petersberg Citadel
German Horticultural Museum
Theater Erfurt
Tourist Information
Benediktsplatz 1
99084 Erfurt
Tel. +49 (0) 361 664 00
erfurt-tourismus.de
Hotels
Pullman Erfurt am Dom
Hotel Zumnorde S
Radisson Blu S
InterCityHotel
Mercure Hotel Erfurt Altstadt
IBB Hotel
Evangelisches Augustinerkloster
Churches
St. Mary's Cathedral and the Church of St. Severus
Augustinian Monastery
Michaelis Church
Merchants' Church Scots' ChurchAegidien Church
Key
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Halle (Saale)
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Churches
Halle Cathedral
Market Church
Church of St. Moritz
Guided Tours in English
Stroll through the old town
City Tours through Handel's Hometown
Guided Climb to the Hausmann Towers
Tour of the City Cemetery
Martin Luther Tours
St. Mary's Library Tour
Luther's heritage and Francke's work. Francke Foundations Tour
Further Attractions
Market SquareCity Renaissance CemeteryCulture IslandCastle Giebichenstein Open Air MuseumCardinal Albrecht's New Residence
Tourist Information
Marktplatz 13 / Marktschlösschen
06108 Halle (Saale)
Tel. +49 (0) 345 122 9984
www.hallesaale.com
Hotels
Dormero Hotel Rotes Ross S
Ankerhof Hotel
Dorint Charlottenhof
Maritim Hotel
Dormotel Europa
Hotel Atlas Halle
City-Hotel Am Wasserturm
Museums
The Moritzburg Foundation Federal State Museum The Halloren and Salt MuseumThe State Museum of Prehistory
Francke Foundations
The Handel House Foundation
Chocolate Museum Halle
Key
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Magdeburg
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Tourist Information
Ernst-Reuter-Allee 12
39104 Magdeburg
Tel. +49 (0) 391 838 0402
Hotels
Maritim Hotel S
Herrenkrug Parkhotel S
Hotel Ratswaage
Plaza Hotel
Best Western Hotel Geheimer Rat
S
Ramada Hotel
artHotel in der Grünen Zitadelle
NH Hotel Magdeburg S
Hotel Elbriviera Alt Prester S
InterCityHotel
Museums
Convent of Our Lady Art Museum Museum of Cultural HistoryRomanesque Art Center
Guericke-Center
Churches
St. Maurice & St. Katharine Cathedral
St. John's Church
Wallon Church
Guided Tours in English
Walking City Tour
Bus City Tour
Martin Luther Tour
Elbe River Sightseeing Cruise
Cathedral and Convent Tour
Further Attractions
The Green Citadel of Magdeburg
Elbauenpark and Millenium Tower
Romanesque Art Center
Key
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Muehlhausen
Guided Tours in English
Old City Tour for groups of up to 25 peopleTrain tour through MuehlhausenTour of the Bach Organ in Divi Blasii ChurchMuehlhausen and the ReformationIn the Footsteps of Johann Sebastian BachMedieval Churches in Muehlhausen
Further Attractions
Imperial Free-City Archives, City HallSynagogueKiliani Church - Youth Theater and Meeting CenterSt. Jakobi Church and City Library
Tourist Information
Ratsstraße 20
99974 Muehlhausen
Tel. +49 (0) 360 140 4770
Hotels
Brauhaus zum Löwen
Mirage Hotel
Sporthotel Muehlhausen
Museums
Peasants' War Museum in the Kornmarkt ChurchHistoric Defense System: Parapet
Museum at Lindenbühl
Churches
St. Marien Church, Müntzer MemorialSt. Nicholas Evangelical Parish
Divi Blasii Church
St. Peter's Pilgrim ChurchSt. Martini's Youth Church
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Key
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Schmalkalden
Guided Tours in English
Historical Old City TourHalf-Timbered and Stone Houses TourQuickpaced City TourSchmalkalden, A Sweet Temptation TourSchmalkalden Scandals TourCity Hall TourIn Luther's Footsteps - Iron & EvangelismDawn of a New Era - Reformation Tour
Further Attractions
City HallWood Pipe Organ, Wilhelmsburg Castle Church
Viba Chocolate Factory
Tourist Information
Mohrengasse 1a98574 Schmalkalden
Tel. +49 (0) 368 340 3182
schmalkalden.de
Hotels
Hotel-Gasthof „Jägerklause“
Aktiv- und Vitalhotel Thüringen
Hotel-Gasthof „Thüringer Hof"
S
Waldhotel Ehrental
Museums
Wilhelmsburg Castle Museum and ChurchKunsthaus am Markt Art GalleryTechnical Museum "Neue Hütte"HISTORICUM - Pewter Figure MuseumExhibition Coal Mine Finstertal
Churches
St. George's Protestant Town ChurchWilhelmsburg Castle Church
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Key
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Weimar
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Museums
Goethe National Museum
Schiller House
Duchess Anna Amalia Library
Palace Museum
Bauhaus Museum
Liszt HouseHouse Hohe Pappeln
Guided Tours in English
Group City TourThemed ToursMultimedia City TourCity Tour on the Historical Belvedere ExpressGroup City Tour "On the Trail of the Reformation"Bauhaus Walk
Further Attractions
The Bauhaus and its SitesGoethe's HomeThe Weimar Municipal Museum
German National Theater
Tourist Information
Markt 1099423 Weimar
Tel. +49 (0) 3643 745 0
weimar.de
Hotels
Hotel Kaiserin Augusta
Am Frauenplan
Hotel Anna Amalia
BEST WESTERN PREMIER Grand Hotel Russischer Hof
S
Leonardo Hotel
Hotel Elephant
Dorint Hotel am Goethepark
S
Churches
Townchurch St. Peter and Paul St. Jacob's Church
Key
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Lutherstadt Wittenberg
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Guided Tours in English
Individual Group ToursCity Walk through the Historical Old TownAudio GuidesCity tour by tramOnce upon a time - City Tour at nightPortraits of Women from Luther's TimeIn the Footsteps of Katharina von Bora
Further Attractions
Hundertwasser SchoolCranach Houses and CourtyardsLuther GardenPiesteritzer Worker's Estate
Tourist Information
Schlossplatz 2
06886 Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Tel. +49 (0) 349 149 8610
lutherstadt-wittenberg.de [email protected]
Hotels
BEST WESTERN Stadtpalais
Luther Hotel Wittenberg S
Stadthotel "Schwarzer Baer"
Acron Hotel S
Museums
The Luther House
Exhibition "Christian Art in the 20th Century", Old Town HallZeughaus at Arsenalplatz and the Municipal Collections
The Melanchthon House
Churches
Castle ChurchSt. Mary's Church
Key
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Seeing it all while saving money!
Many tourist cards offer discounted use of public transportation, reduced entrance fees, and special savings.
See which cards are right for you!
• DessauCard dessau-rosslau-tourismus.de
• ErfurtCard erfurt-tourismus.de
• Halle Welcome Card
• HarzCard en.harzinfo.de
• Magdeburg Tourist Card
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• WittenbergCard
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By train
Deutsche Bahn is Germany's national train system and offers frequent express, regular, and overnight connections to cities all across Germany. Visit their website to find quick and convenient connections for getting to and traveling in LutherCountry.
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By automobile
Highways ("Autobahn") running through LutherCountry include:
Autobahn A2 (East/West) Oberhausen - Berlin
Autobahn A4 (East/West) Aachen - Görlitz
Autobahn A9 (North/South) Berlin - Munich
Autobahn A14 (North/South) Magdeburg - Nossen
Autobahn A38 (East/West)Göttingen - Halle (Saale)
Autobahn A71 (North/South)Sangerhausen - Schweinfurt
Autobahn A73 (North/South)Suhl - Feucht
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How to find LutherCountry…and get around once you're here
By plane
Erfurt Weimar Airport
flughafen-erfurt-weimar.de/en/with direct link to Autobahn A4/A71
You can also get to LutherCountry within about four hours or less from many other airports across Germany:
Berlin Airport
berlin-airport.de
Cologne Airport
cologne-bonn-airport.com
Dresden Airport
dresden-airport.de
Düsseldorf Airport
dus.com
Frankfurt Airport
frankfurt-airport.com
Hamburg Airport
airport.de
Hanover Airport
hannover-airport.com
Leipzig Airport
leipzig-halle-airport.com
Munich Airport
munich-airport.com
Faces of
LutherCountry
Come see. Come Experience. Reform your world.
Publisher TourComm Germany GmbH & Co. KG on behalf of Thuringia Tourist Board and Investment and Marketing Corporation of Saxony-Anhalt.Text and Translation TourComm Germany GmbH & Co. KGMaps Huber Medien GmbHPrint Mehgro Werbung GmbHEditorial Deadline July 12, 2014Production of the brochure was subsidized by the Thuringian Ministry of Business, Employment and Technology.Please Note All information was researched with the greatest possible care and is based on data supplied by service providers in Thuringia and Saxony-Anhalt. However, the publisher assumes no liability for the information provided.
Photos courtesy of (page/source, photographer):
3 TTB, Toma Babovic • 6/28/29/33 TTB, Andreas Weise • 7/13 IMG, Harald Krieg • 10 TTB, Anna-Lena Thamm • 12/32/33 TTB, Maik Schuck • 12 IMG, Jörg Gläscher • 13/17 IMG, Juraj Lipták • 14/37/41 TTB, Toma Babovic • 15 Yvonne Tenschert, 2011, Stiftung Bauhaus Dessau • 16 Tourist Information Schmalkalden • 17/24/34/39 IMG, Michael Bader • 18/40 Wirtschaftsbetriebe Mühlhausen GmbH, Tino Sieland • 18 TTB, Jens Hauspurg • 18 Magdeburg Marketing Congress and Tourism GmbH • 19 IMG, Jürgen Blume • 21 ReKo GmbH • 22 Regionalverbund Thüringer Wald, Andreas Hub • 22 TTB, Joachim Negwer • 23/25 TTB, Roland Wehking • 25 Theater Erfurt, Lutz Edelhoff • 26 Wartburg Stiftung Eisenach • 27 Jens Hauspurg • 30 Stadt Eisenach , André Nestler • 30 kulturdienst: GmbH • 31 IMG, Thomas Ziegler • 31 IMG, Johannes Winkelmann • 32 IMG, Roland Krawulsky • 33 Wittenberg Kultur e.V., Johannes Winkelmann • 35 Eisenach Wartburg Region Tourism, Inka Lotz • 36 IMG, Schütze/Rodemann • 38 Stadt Halle (Saale), Thomas Ziegler • 21/42 weimar GmbH, Maik Schuck • 43 IMG • 45 TTB
Abbreviations stand for:
IMG Investment and Marketing Corporation of Saxony-Anhalt
TTB Thuringia Tourist Board
visit-luther.com
Planes, trains, and automobiles
Visitors to LutherCountry greatly benefit from our central location and extensive infrastructure. Attractive and convenient connections are always available, whether flying directly to the Erfurt Weimar Airport via Munich Airport or coming by train or car from the nearby airports.
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Routes through LutherCountryFollow Martin Luther and your passions
Cultural Heritage Route (Blue)
1 Lutherstadt Eisleben, 2 Eisenach, 3 Erfurt, 4 Weimar, 5 Halle (Saale), 6 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Lutherstadt Eisleben. Distance: 356 miles
1. Luther's Birthplace, Luther's Death House2. Wartburg Castle3. Augustinian Monastery, Merchants' Bridge,
Old Synagogue and Jewish Heritage, St. Mary's Cathedral
4. Bauhaus, Belvedere Castle, Goethe Residence, Schiller's Home, Duchess Anna Amalia Library
5. Francke Foundations, Nebra Sky Disc 6. Wittenberg Castle Church, St. Mary's Church,
Luther House, Luther's Parents' Home
Nature Route (Green)
1 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, 2 Magdeburg, 3 Lutherstadt Eisleben, 4 Muehlhausen, 5 Eisenach, 6 Schmalkalden, 7 Erfurt, 8 Weimar, 9 Dessau, Lutherstadt Wittenberg. Distance: 424 miles
1. Elbe Bike Path, Luther Trail2. Garden Dreams, Elbe Bike Path, St. James
Pilgrimage Route3. St. James Pilgrimage Route, Luther Trail4. Hainich National Park, Treetop Trail, Luther
Trail5. Werra Bike Path, Rennsteig Hiking Trail,
Thuringian Chain-of-Towns Bike Path, Luther Trail
6. Rennsteig Hiking Trail, Luther Trail 7. Egapark Erfurt, German Horticultural
Museum, Thuringian Chain-of-Towns Bike Path, Luther Mile, Luther Trail
8. Park on the River Ilm, Tiefurt, Thuringian Chain-of-Towns Bike Path, Luther Trail
9. Dessau-Wörlitz Garden Kingdom, Elbe Bike Path, Luther Trail
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Architecture Route (Gray)
1 Magdeburg, 2 Muehlhausen, 3 Eisenach, 4 Schmalkalden, 5 Erfurt, 6 Weimar, 7 Halle (Saale), 8 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Magdeburg. Distance: 446 milesHighlights
1. Romanesque Road, St. Maurice & St. Katharine Cathedral (Gothic), The Green Citadel (Hundertwasser)
2. Medieval Town Center (half-timbered houses)
3. Luther House (half-timbered house), Wartburg Castle
4. Luther House (half-timbered house)5. Medieval Town Center (half-timbered
houses)6. Bauhaus7. Market Church (Gothic)8. High School (Hundertwasser)
Fine Arts Route (Orange)
1 Magdeburg, 2 Muehlhausen, 3 Eisenach, 4 Schmalkalden, 5 Erfurt, 6 Weimar, 7 Halle (Saale), 8 Dessau, 9 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Magdeburg. Distance: 455 milesHighlights
1. Georg Philipp Telemann2. Divi-Blasii Church, Johann Sebastian Bach3. Concerts at Wartburg Castle, Richard
Wagner, Johann Sebastian Bach4. Wilhelmsburg Castle Church, St. George
Town Church5. Augustinian Monastery, Theater Erfurt, St.
Mary's Cathedral (J. S. Bach)6. Palace Museum, St. Peter and Paul Church
Altarpiece, German National Theater, Johann Sebastian Bach, Franz Liszt
7. George Frideric Handel8. Anhalt Picture Gallery, Kurt Weill9. Cranach House and Courtyards
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Routes through LutherCountryFollow Martin Luther and your passions
Cultural Heritage Route (Blue)
1 Lutherstadt Eisleben, 2 Eisenach, 3 Erfurt, 4 Weimar, 5 Halle (Saale), 6 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Lutherstadt Eisleben. Distance: 356 miles
1. Luther's Birthplace, Luther's Death House2. Wartburg Castle3. Augustinian Monastery, Merchants' Bridge,
Old Synagogue and Jewish Heritage, St. Mary's Cathedral
4. Bauhaus, Belvedere Castle, Goethe Residence, Schiller's Home, Duchess Anna Amalia Library
5. Francke Foundations, Nebra Sky Disc 6. Wittenberg Castle Church, St. Mary's Church,
Luther House, Luther's Parents' Home
Nature Route (Green)
1 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, 2 Magdeburg, 3 Lutherstadt Eisleben, 4 Muehlhausen, 5 Eisenach, 6 Schmalkalden, 7 Erfurt, 8 Weimar, 9 Dessau, Lutherstadt Wittenberg. Distance: 424 miles
1. Elbe Bike Path, Luther Trail2. Garden Dreams, Elbe Bike Path, St. James
Pilgrimage Route3. St. James Pilgrimage Route, Luther Trail4. Hainich National Park, Treetop Trail, Luther
Trail5. Werra Bike Path, Rennsteig Hiking Trail,
Thuringian Chain-of-Towns Bike Path, Luther Trail
6. Rennsteig Hiking Trail, Luther Trail 7. Egapark Erfurt, German Horticultural
Museum, Thuringian Chain-of-Towns Bike Path, Luther Mile, Luther Trail
8. Park on the River Ilm, Tiefurt, Thuringian Chain-of-Towns Bike Path, Luther Trail
9. Dessau-Wörlitz Garden Kingdom, Elbe Bike Path, Luther Trail
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Architecture Route (Gray)
1 Magdeburg, 2 Muehlhausen, 3 Eisenach, 4 Schmalkalden, 5 Erfurt, 6 Weimar, 7 Halle (Saale), 8 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Magdeburg. Distance: 446 milesHighlights
1. Romanesque Road, St. Maurice & St. Katharine Cathedral (Gothic), The Green Citadel (Hundertwasser)
2. Medieval Town Center (half-timbered houses)
3. Luther House (half-timbered house), Wartburg Castle
4. Luther House (half-timbered house)5. Medieval Town Center (half-timbered
houses)6. Bauhaus7. Market Church (Gothic)8. High School (Hundertwasser)
Fine Arts Route (Orange)
1 Magdeburg, 2 Muehlhausen, 3 Eisenach, 4 Schmalkalden, 5 Erfurt, 6 Weimar, 7 Halle (Saale), 8 Dessau, 9 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Magdeburg. Distance: 455 milesHighlights
1. Georg Philipp Telemann2. Divi-Blasii Church, Johann Sebastian Bach3. Concerts at Wartburg Castle, Richard
Wagner, Johann Sebastian Bach4. Wilhelmsburg Castle Church, St. George
Town Church5. Augustinian Monastery, Theater Erfurt, St.
Mary's Cathedral (J. S. Bach)6. Palace Museum, St. Peter and Paul Church
Altarpiece, German National Theater, Johann Sebastian Bach, Franz Liszt
7. George Frideric Handel8. Anhalt Picture Gallery, Kurt Weill9. Cranach House and Courtyards
Travel Distances
Dessau – Lutherstadt Wittenberg >36min " 40min, 21 miles
Eisenach – Erfurt >26min " 55min, 44 miles
Eisenach – Schmalkalden >51min " 45min, 27 miles
Erfurt – Weimar > 15min " 30min, 15 miles
Halle (Saale) – Dessau >57min " 50min, 34 miles
Halle (Saale) – Lutherstadt Wittenberg >35min " 1h 10min, 50 miles
Lutherstadt Eisleben – Eisenach >2h 29min " 2h 10min, 93 miles
Lutherstadt Eisleben – Muehlhausen >1h 57min " 1h 50min, 75 miles
Lutherstadt Wittenberg – Magdeburg >1h 34min " ca. 1h 40min, 53 miles
Lutherstadt Wittenberg – Lutherstadt Eisleben >1h 50min " ca.1h 40min, 69 miles
Magdeburg – Lutherstadt Eisleben >1h 34min " 1h 20min, 57 miles
Magdeburg – Muehlhausen >2h 58min " 2h 45min, 121 miles
Muehlhausen – Eisenach >1h 11min " 50min, 22 miles
Muehlhausen – Schmalkalden >2h 11min " 1h 30min, 48 miles
Schmalkalden – Erfurt >1h 49min " 1h 10min, 44 miles
Weimar – Dessau >2h 09min " 1h 50min, 103 miles
Weimar – Halle (Saale) >1h 01min " 1h 30min, 86 miles
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By train
Deutsche Bahn is Germany's national train system and offers frequent express, regular, and overnight connections to cities all across Germany. Visit their website to find quick and convenient connections for getting to and traveling in LutherCountry.
bahn.com
By automobile
Highways ("Autobahn") running through LutherCountry include:
Autobahn A2 (East/West) Oberhausen - Berlin
Autobahn A4 (East/West) Aachen - Görlitz
Autobahn A9 (North/South) Berlin - Munich
Autobahn A14 (North/South) Magdeburg - Nossen
Autobahn A38 (East/West)Göttingen - Halle (Saale)
Autobahn A71 (North/South)Sangerhausen - Schweinfurt
Autobahn A73 (North/South)Suhl - Feucht
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How to find LutherCountry…and get around once you're here
By plane
Erfurt Weimar Airport
flughafen-erfurt-weimar.de/en/with direct link to Autobahn A4/A71
You can also get to LutherCountry within about four hours or less from many other airports across Germany:
Berlin Airport
berlin-airport.de
Cologne Airport
cologne-bonn-airport.com
Dresden Airport
dresden-airport.de
Düsseldorf Airport
dus.com
Frankfurt Airport
frankfurt-airport.com
Hamburg Airport
airport.de
Hanover Airport
hannover-airport.com
Leipzig Airport
leipzig-halle-airport.com
Munich Airport
munich-airport.com
Faces of
LutherCountry
Come see. Come Experience. Reform your world.
Publisher TourComm Germany GmbH & Co. KG on behalf of Thuringia Tourist Board and Investment and Marketing Corporation of Saxony-Anhalt.Text and Translation TourComm Germany GmbH & Co. KGMaps Huber Medien GmbHPrint Mehgro Werbung GmbHEditorial Deadline July 12, 2014Production of the brochure was subsidized by the Thuringian Ministry of Business, Employment and Technology.Please Note All information was researched with the greatest possible care and is based on data supplied by service providers in Thuringia and Saxony-Anhalt. However, the publisher assumes no liability for the information provided.
Photos courtesy of (page/source, photographer):
3 TTB, Toma Babovic • 6/28/29/33 TTB, Andreas Weise • 7/13 IMG, Harald Krieg • 10 TTB, Anna-Lena Thamm • 12/32/33 TTB, Maik Schuck • 12 IMG, Jörg Gläscher • 13/17 IMG, Juraj Lipták • 14/37/41 TTB, Toma Babovic • 15 Yvonne Tenschert, 2011, Stiftung Bauhaus Dessau • 16 Tourist Information Schmalkalden • 17/24/34/39 IMG, Michael Bader • 18/40 Wirtschaftsbetriebe Mühlhausen GmbH, Tino Sieland • 18 TTB, Jens Hauspurg • 18 Magdeburg Marketing Congress and Tourism GmbH • 19 IMG, Jürgen Blume • 21 ReKo GmbH • 22 Regionalverbund Thüringer Wald, Andreas Hub • 22 TTB, Joachim Negwer • 23/25 TTB, Roland Wehking • 25 Theater Erfurt, Lutz Edelhoff • 26 Wartburg Stiftung Eisenach • 27 Jens Hauspurg • 30 Stadt Eisenach , André Nestler • 30 kulturdienst: GmbH • 31 IMG, Thomas Ziegler • 31 IMG, Johannes Winkelmann • 32 IMG, Roland Krawulsky • 33 Wittenberg Kultur e.V., Johannes Winkelmann • 35 Eisenach Wartburg Region Tourism, Inka Lotz • 36 IMG, Schütze/Rodemann • 38 Stadt Halle (Saale), Thomas Ziegler • 21/42 weimar GmbH, Maik Schuck • 43 IMG • 45 TTB
Abbreviations stand for:
IMG Investment and Marketing Corporation of Saxony-Anhalt
TTB Thuringia Tourist Board
visit-luther.com
Planes, trains, and automobiles
Visitors to LutherCountry greatly benefit from our central location and extensive infrastructure. Attractive and convenient connections are always available, whether flying directly to the Erfurt Weimar Airport via Munich Airport or coming by train or car from the nearby airports.