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Medieval cities in the company of Goethe, Schiller, Bach and Luther

Characterized by its central location and expansive forests, Thuringia is often called the »Green heart of Germany«.Thuringia´s charm comes not only from the tradition and hospitality it represents, but also from its fortresses and castles, unique cultural diversity and architectural riches. The fascination of Thuringia was summed by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe thus: »Where can you still find so much goodness in one place?«.

Why you should travel to Thuringia:

- Central location (easily accessible)
- Short distances between the cities (convenient travel planning)
- Craft and tradition: porcelain (Kahla), earthenware crockery (Bürgel), glass-making (Lauscha)
- You are following in the footsteps of Goethe, Schiller, Anna Amalia, Saint Elizabeth, Bach and Luther
- A plethora of historical treasures in over 200 museums

Places of interest and travel Ideas:

- Eisenach: Bach´s House (with demonstration of historic instruments from his era), Wartburg (UNESCO-listed, opera on the Wartburg in 2009: Richard Wagner´s »Parsifal«)
- Weimar: the houses of Goethe and Schiller, Bauhaus (UNESCO-listed), the Anna Amalia library
- Erfurt: Mariendom Cathedral, St Severi Church, Krämer Bridge, the Augustinian Convent
- Gotha: Friedenstein Castle incl. Ekhof Theatre
- Visit to the castles at Dornburg
- Excursion to the Bach family residence in Wechmar
- Tiefurt Castle Park (21 hectares of park, mature trees, wooden bridges and pavilions)
- Ride with the »Wartburg Express «
- Saalfeld Fairy Grottos
- Follow the Klassikerstraße route (Birthplace of Classicism)
- Garden tour (Over 2000 listed gardens: splendid grounds and landscaped gardens)

The following Special Interest Tours lead you to Thuringia:

- City Tour 2

- Steam Train Tour

- Bauhaus Tour

- Music Tour

- Johann Sebastian Bach

- Literature and Art

- Reformation Tour

These are suggestions for your next special interest tour, which can be altered, shortened or extended as you require.

Your desired interest tour is missing? Please do not hesitate to contact us. We will be pleased to provide you with an offer tailored to your specific needs.

Highlights 2010/2011:

- The Thuringia Bach Festival: from 26 March to 18 April 2010