From classical literature and medieval castles to modern design and untouched nature
5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Culture, history & nature combined
A Region That Shaped Europe
Thuringia is more than a destination.
It is a place where ideas were born, revolutions began, and culture flourished.
Here,
Martin Luther changed religious history.
Here,
Goethe and Schiller shaped European literature.
Here,
the Bauhaus redefined modern design.
Here,
ancient forests still grow as they have for centuries.
religious history.
European literature.
modern design.
they have for centuries.
Where World Heritage Comes to Life
Thuringia is a place where ideas shaped Europe, where reformers changed history, and where nature remains untouched.
THE 5 UNESCO HIGHLIGHTS
The city of Goethe and Schiller
Walk through the heart of German Classicism. Visit Goethe’s residence, the Duchess Anna Amalia Library, historic parks along the River Ilm, and elegant palaces that inspired Europe’s greatest minds.
Culture. Literature. Enlightenment.
Where history was rewritten
Perched high above Eisenach, Wartburg Castle is one of Germany’s most iconic landmarks.Here, Martin Luther translated the New Testament — changing the course of European history.
A medieval masterpiece with panoramic views.
Hidden treasures of European history
Discover one of the best-preserved medieval Jewish quarters in Europe.
Erfurt’s Old Synagogue and the Erfurt Treasure reveal centuries of vibrant Jewish culture and scholarship.
Authentic. Moving. Remarkable.
The birthplace of modern design
The Bauhaus revolution began here.
Experience the origins of modern architecture and design where art met function — and reshaped the world.
Minimalism. Innovation. Vision.
Ancient forest, untouched beauty
Step into one of Europe’s last primeval beech forests.
Walk the famous treetop trail and experience nature from above in this UNESCO-protected wilderness.
Wild. Peaceful. Breathtaking.
Everything
Within Reach
Thuringia’s UNESCO sites are located close to one another making it easy to combine culture and nature in a single trip.
Perfect for:
- Long weekends
- Cultural road trips
- Slow travel experiences
- Nature escapes
Compact distances. Deep experiences.
WHY THURINGIA?
5 UNESCO Sites in close proximity
Easy to explore in one trip
Authentic German culture
Ideal for culture lovers & nature explorers
All within a compact, travel-friendly
region in the heart of Germany.
Experience UNESCO World
Heritage in Thuringia
History, culture, innovation and nature all in one destination.
Experience UNESCO World
Heritage in Thuringia
History, culture, innovation and nature all in one destination.
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