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Lauscha

You will stay with Tanja and Mark in Lauscha:
📍 Address: Steinheider Weg 7, Lauscha
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🌐 Official website of the city of Lauscha
📍 Tourist information: Straße des Friedens 46
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Glaszentrum Lauscha

Lauscha is a small town in Thuringia. Since the Christmas bauble was invented here, there are numerous glass shops offering a wide range of glass art and, of course, many Christmas baubles. Blow your own Christmas bauble and see how all the beautiful things are made.
🌐 Glascentrum Lauscha website: https://www.glaszentrum-lauscha.de
📍 Address: Str. des Friedens 22
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Lauscha is also home to the Museum of Glass Art.
🌐 https://www.glasmuseum-lauscha.de/
📍 Address: Str. des Friedens 46
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In summer, you can use the summer toboggan run; in winter, it turns into a ski slope.
🌐 http://www.erlebniswelt-ernstthal.de
📍 Address: Lauschaer Str. 41
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Erlebnisbad Lauscha

Visit the outdoor pool on a warm day.
🌐 https://www.erlebnisbad-lauscha.de
📍 Address: Steinachgrund 1
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Hiking enthusiasts will find plenty to enjoy in and around Lauscha. The Rennsteig trail runs directly through the Ernstthal district, and well-marked hiking paths through beautiful spruce and mixed forests offer pure hiking pleasure.
🌐 https://www.tourenportal-thueringer-wald.de/

When there is snow, you can enjoy cross-country skiing in the region or take a ski jumping course.
🌐 https://www.skispringen-lauscha.de
📍 Address: Henriettenthal 1
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Cooking yourself is possible, but not in the mood? You can eat in Lauscha at:

Steinach: (6km)

Ski Arena Silbersattel: In winter, of course, you can take the lift up to ski or snowboard. In summer, the lift can also be used by hikers, mountain bikers, or people with the skelter (rental on site).
🌐 https://thueringen-alpin.de
📍 Address: Str. zum Silbersattel 50, Steinach
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Slate museum
🌐 https://www.deutsches-schiefermuseum.de
📍 Address: Dr.-Max-Volk-Straße 21, Steinach
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Schmiedefeld: (10km)

Schaubergwerk Morassina, also known as the Morassina Caves, is located in Schmiedefeld, Thuringia. It is a former quarry that now serves as an interactive tourist attraction and health center.
🌐 https://www.morassina.de/morassina
📍 Address: Schwefelloch 1, Schmiedefeld
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Erfurt: (77km)

🌐 https://www.erfurt.de
Erfurt is the capital of Thuringia and the second oldest city in Germany. It is a charming city with many characteristic buildings, a special atmosphere, and inviting street cafés. The city has one of the best-preserved medieval old towns in Germany and appears very “renewed” for an East German city. Interested in Goethe, Schiller, Bach, or Luther? Then you are in the right place! Must-see: Mariendom, the Old Synagogue, Krämerbrücke, and the Augustinerkloster.

Weimar: (93km)

🌐 https://www.weimar.de
Weimar is one of the most surprising and beautiful cities in Germany. Time seems to have stood still here. Bach, Goethe, and Schiller lived in Weimar, making it a true cultural city. Weimar also has a dark side: in the forests lies the former Buchenwald concentration camp, which can be visited free of charge.

Other attractions: Bauhaus Museum, National Theatre and Goethe-Schiller Monument, Goethe and Schiller Museum, Duchess Anna Amalia Library, walks and shopping in the historic streets, Belvedere Palace, Tiefurt Palace and Park, Weimar City Palace and Park on the Ilm.

Oberhof: (74km)

Oberhof is known as Germany’s winter sports center. A highlight is the Thüringen Ski Sports Hall, offering optimal snow quality year-round on 10,000 m². You can ski yourself or just take a look.
🌐 https://www.oberhof-sporthalle.de
📍 Address: Tambacher Str. 44, Oberhof
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Visit the Exotarium, showcasing fascinating animals.
🌐 https://www.exotarium-oberhof.de
📍 Address: Crawinkler Str. 1, Oberhof
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(Combination ticket for Exotarium and Rennsteiggarten available!)

De Rennsteiggarten Oberhof iis a unique mountain flora garden spanning over 7 hectares. It hosts about 4,000 plant species from mountains of Europe, Asia, North and South America, New Zealand, and the polar regions.
🌐 https://www.rennsteiggartenoberhof.de
📍 Address: Am Pfanntalskopf 3, Oberhof
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Looking for action? Visit the Golf-Climbing Park! Over 3,000 m² of Adventure Golf on a unique course, 75 stations in the climbing park, a giant swing, and the Free-Drop jump from up to 5 meters onto an air cushion await you.
🌐 https://www.golfkletterpark.de
📍 Address: Dr.-Curt-Weidhaas-Straße 1, Oberhof
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Suhl + Zella Mehlis: (58 & 67km)

Schneekopf: At 978 meters above sea level, Schneekopf is the second highest mountain in the Thuringian Forest. With the construction of the observation tower, Thuringia gained its first accessible 1000-meter point. The tower dome offers a breathtaking panoramic view. Numerous hiking opportunities are available.

Vehicle Museum Suhl: Museum focusing on mopeds and motorcycles of East German production. The brand Simson is widely represented.
🌐 https://www.fahrzeug-museum-suhl.de
📍 Address: Friedrich-König-Straße 7, Suhl
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Combination ticket available with the Weapons Museum!

Weapons Museum: Museum with a collection of historical weapons mostly made in Suhl.
🌐 https://www.waffenmuseumsuhl.de
📍 Address: Friedrich-König-Straße 19, Suhl
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Suhl Zoo: A small but beautifully located zoo with enough animals to spend a few hours.
🌐 https://www.tierpark-suhl.eu
📍 Address: Carl-Fiedler-Straße 58, Suhl
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Sea aquarium: A unique experience with three koi ponds, shark tanks, over 60 aquariums, and a separate crocodile house.
🌐 https://www.meeresaquarium-zella-mehlis.de
📍 Address: Beethovenstraße 16, Zella-Mehlis
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Saalfeld: (29km)

Saalfelder Feengrotten, Fairytale dripstone caves where you can join an exciting guided tour and enjoy the absolutely pure air. Thanks to the extraordinary climate, the Feengrotten are a state-recognized healing cave. In addition, there is a beautiful garden for walking as well as a mining museum. There is also a large adventure playground – here you can dig for treasures and meet a real fairy. A wonderful family outing.
🌐 https://www.feengrotten.de
📍 Address: Feengrottenweg 2, Saalfeld/Saale
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Stadtmuseum Saalfeld in the Franciscan Monastery:
🌐 https://www.museumimkloster.de
📍 Address: Münzpl. 5, Saalfeld/Saale
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Stollwerck chocolate: Chocolate of the highest quality has been produced here for over a century. Chocolate lovers can be inspired and discover the fascinating history of chocolate.
🌐 https://www.stollwerck.com
📍 Address: Neumühle 1, Saalfeld/Saale
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Brauhaus Saalfeld: The brewery of Saalfelder beer.
🌐 https://www.brauhaus-saalfeld.de
📍 Address: Pößnecker Str. 55, Saalfeld/Saale
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Rudolstadt: (39km)

Swimming and sauna complex Saalemaxx.
🌐 https://www.saalemaxx.de
📍 Address: Hugo-Trinckler-Straße 6, Rudolstadt
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Schillerhaus Museum: Schiller found his great love in Rudolstadt, who lived in this house. The museum gives an authentic insight into the time when Schiller and Goethe were in the city. Schloss Heidecksburg: The former residence of the counts and princes of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt. One of the most beautiful baroque castles of the 18th century.
🌐 https://schillerhaus.rudolstadt.de/
📍 Address: Schillerstraße 25, Rudolstadt
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Kronach: (39 km)

🌐 https://www.kronach.de
Fortress Rosenberg: An easily accessible fortress with a fantastic view over Kronach, considered one of the most beautiful small towns in Germany. The fortress also houses a museum. Old Town: Towers, squares, alleys and half-timbered houses – an urban jewel between the fortress and the lower town. Culinary town: Kronach is known for its many breweries and regional specialties.

Coburgh: (43km)

🌐 https://www.coburgh.de
Veste Coburg: High above the center of Coburg stands this impressive medieval castle. You can visit exhibitions and the museum. There are also numerous hiking trails around the castle.

🌐 https://www.schloesser-coburg.de

  • Schloss Ehrenburg: One of the most beautiful castles in Bavaria with English influences.
  • Schloss Callenberg: Beautiful castle with a magnificent garden and a view of deer.
  • Schloss Rosenau: A charming castle with lots of character and a spacious park.

Wellness & Pools

Erlebnisbad Lauscha (1 km): On a warm day, visit the large outdoor pool with slide, within walking distance. Beautifully located in the forest for a relaxing day.
🌐 https://www.erlebnisbad-lauscha.de
📍 Address: Steinachgrund 1, Lauscha
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Waldbad Bernhardsthal (7 km): A natural pool with a separate area for non-swimmers and a large sunbathing lawn.
🌐 https://www.neuhaus-am-rennweg.de
📍 Address: Bernhardsthal, Neuhaus am Rennweg
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Ölschnitzsee (22 km): Reservoir, ideal for relaxing, swimming, or pedal boating. On a short walk along the nature discovery trail, you can learn a lot about the flora and fauna of the region. Mini golf available.
🌐 https://www.steinbach-am-wald.de
📍 Address: KC18, Steinbach am Wald
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Schwimhalle am Rennsteig (5 km): Indoor pool for lap swimming.
🌐 https://www.rennsteigregion-neuhaus.de/
📍 Address: Marktstraße 4, Neuhaus am Rennweg
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Swimming pool and sauna complex Saalemaxx (39 km)
🌐 https://www.saalemaxx.de
📍 Address: Hugo-Trinckler-Straße 6, Rudolstadt
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Obermain Therme, Bad Staffelstein, (65 km)
🌐 https://www.obermaintherme.de
📍 Address: Am Kurpark 1, Bad Staffelstein
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(Reservoir)lakes

Guaranteed beautiful views of the water and hiking opportunities.

  • Talsperre Leibis/Lichte (24 km)
  • Talsperre Schönbrunn (37km)
  • Talsperre Scheibe-Alsbach (12 km)
  • Talsperre Goldisthal (29 km)
  • Talsperre Deesbach (19 km)
  • Talsperre Hohenwarte (44 km)
  • Saaleschleife (56 km)

Castles

Thuringia has the most castles and palaces in all of Germany. It is impossible to name them all – here is a small selection:

Here you can find more inspiration:
🌐 https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liste_von_Burgen_und_Schlössern_in_Thüringen

Breweries

Animals

Haflinger Stud Farm Meura, (22 km): the largest Haflinger stud farm in Europe. You can book a tour, riding lessons and rides, or buy mare’s milk.
🌐 https://www.haflinger-in-meura.de
📍 Address: Ortsstraße 116, Meura

ZooErfurt, (77km), a zoo on the outskirts of the city.
🌐 https://www.zoopark-erfurt.de
📍 Address: Am Zoopark 1, Erfurt

Animal Park Suhl, (58 km): a small animal park in a beautiful landscape, with enough animals to keep you entertained for a few hours.
🌐 https://www.tierpark-suhl.eu
📍 Address: Carl-Fiedler-Straße 58, Suhl

Sea Aquarium, (67 km): a unique experience with 3 koi ponds, shark tanks, more than 60 aquariums and a separate crocodile house.
🌐 https://www.meeresaquarium-zella-mehlis.de
📍 Address: Beethovenstraße 16, Zella-Mehlis

Exotarium, fascinating animals are presented here.
🌐 https://www.exotarium-oberhof.de
📍 Address: Crawinkler Strasse 1, Oberhof

Other

The Thuringian Mountain Railway, a special experience at any time of year. The train ride can easily be combined with a hike, or you can explore the technology in the Machinarium at the mountain station.
🌐 https://www.thueringerbergbahn.com
📍 Address: An der Bergbahn 1, Schwarzatal

Schieferpark Lehesten, (32 km): slate was once mined in this area. It is one of the largest open-cast slate quarries in Europe. You can take a guided tour through the historic buildings and walk around the lake created by the mining.
🌐 https://schiefer-denkmal-lehesten.de/
📍 Address: Staatsbruch 17, Berg- und Schieferstadt Lehesten

Altvaterturm Lehesten, (32 km), enjoy panoramic views of the Slate Mountains and the Franconian Forest while learning about the history of Lehesten with its former slate mining as well as oppression during the GDR era.
🌐 https://www.altvaterturm.de/
📍 Address: Wetzstein 1, Lehesten

Fröbelturm, (16 km), a viewing tower with an adjacent restaurant. The viewing platform is accessible via the mountain railway.
🌐 https://www.gasthaus-froebelturm.de
📍 Address: Am Fröbelturm 7, Schwarzatal

Mödlareuth (71 km), during the Cold War the border between East and West Germany ran directly through Thuringia. This small village was often referred to as “Little Berlin” because of the wall built there. Watchtowers still stand, and a museum informs about the history.
🌐 https://www.moedlareuth.de/
📍 Address: Mödlareuth 13, Töpen