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Erfurt

On a cheap car holiday in Germany, a must is to visit Thuringia's capital, Erfurt, a delightful mix of squares, old alleyways, small church towers and idyllic riverside areas. The city was home to the famous University of Erfurt in the 1300s, where Martin Luther was the most famous student. Today you can still feel the medieval roots of the city and there is a unique atmosphere among the old houses. Book a cheap self-drive holiday with Risskov and discover the cosy city. Among the main sights are the market square with the city's cathedral, the medieval bridge Krämerbrücke and the old Augustinian monastery.

Hainich National Park

Hainich National Park is also known as Alte Buchenwälder Deutschlands, which translates as Germany's old beech forests, and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011. The national park includes some selected lowland areas of beech forests and offers a truly breathtaking view of the Hainich and the forest from the well-placed "Baumkronenpfad" (treetop path), where you are sure to have an unforgettable experience walking around.

Thuringian Forest

Another excursion option is a drive through the Thuringian Forest. The forest is 150 km long and up to 35 km wide! The highest mountain in the Thuringian Forest is the "Grosse Beerberg" (982 m). Other important mountains are the "Grosse Inselsberg" (916 m) and the "Schneekopf" (978 m). If you drive through the Thuringian Forest, you will reach the winter sports town of Oberhof. Here you will find a ski arena with a capacity of 13,000 spectators. Take a walk on the Rennsteig with the beautiful view at the top.

Schmalkalden

Schmalkalden is located on the sunny side of the Thuringian Forest and is a lovely and nearly restored half-timbered town, which today is also a university town - and a destination for historical hitchhikers, art lovers and of course those who appreciate beautiful nature and the many active possibilities under the open sky.

The old town of Schmalkalden is a valuable testimony to central European town planning and more than 1000 years of architecture and cultural history await visitors. Explore the small alleys and enjoy the beautiful and well-maintained half-timbered houses and old stone arches. The Reformation has also left its mark on the city, and the late Gothic church of St. Stephen is one of the most important examples. George is a shining example. Wilhelmsburg Castle is also a gem of a Renaissance building, its imposing towers proudly marking its presence in the charming and picturesque city.