Erfurt: Explore the Medieval City in the Heart of Germany
Erfurt is the most preserved Middle Age city located in the heart of Germany. It is the Free State capital of Thuringia and the home of oldest synagogues in Europe along with intact Baroque castle and charming downtown. Erfurt is also the place where Martin Luther enters the Augustine Monastery to become a monk that led the city to enlightenment in the 18th century. Coming to Erfurt, tourists will arrive at Erfurt-Weimar Airport (ERF) then drive around 11 minutes to reach the city center.
Best Time to Visit
Summer is the best time to visit Erfurt for it has the most ideal weather to explore the many of the city’s top tourists’ attraction. But since this is considered the busiest season, tourists are should make early Erfurt hotel booking and online hotel reservation for a worry free vacation. May is the month the Erfurt welcomed most of its visitors while December is the least visited month.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Take a slice of the city’s medieval history at the Kramerbrucke or Kramer’s bridge, which is Europe’s longest medieval bridge with old houses that was turned into galleries and antique shops. Then head to magnificent gothic style church of Erfurt Cathedral and mesmerized with its interior and exterior rich with medieval architectural design. Erfurt offers variety of hotels to cater all sorts of tourists with all kinds of budget. Tourists may opt to stay at Dorint Hotel Am Dom Erfurt a 5-star luxury hotel or at the notable Mercure Hotel Erfurt Altsadt.