Erfurt
Germany · ThuringiaDE
Capital of Thuringia, Germany
Erfurt (German pronunciation: [ˈɛʁfʊʁt] ) is the capital and largest city of the Central German state of Thuringia, with a population of around 216,000. It lies in the wide valley of the River Gera, in the southern part of the Thuringian Basin, north of the Thuringian Forest, and in the middle of a line of the six largest Thuringian cities, stretching from Eisenach in the west, via Gotha, Erfurt, Weimar and Jena, to Gera in the east. Together with Kassel and Göttingen, it is one of the cities with more than 100,000 inhabitants lying closest to the geographic centre of Germany. Erfurt is 100 km (62 mi) south-west of Leipzig, 250 km (155 mi) north-east of Frankfurt, 300 km (186 mi) south-west of Berlin and 400 km (249 mi) north of Munich.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 215,199
- Coordinates
- 50.979, 11.033
- Timezone
- Europe/Berlin
- Elevation
- 194 m
Overview of Erfurt
Located in Thuringia, Germany, Erfurt is best described as a mid-sized city. Some 215,199 inhabitants call it home. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Travel interests covered here include adventure, culture and nightlife.
Things to do in Erfurt
Adventure in Erfurt
(4)On the adventure side, Erfurt offers Off Road Trails, Parachute, Shooting Ranges and Skydiving. It is a direct read of Erfurt's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Culture in Erfurt
(4)The culture shortlist for Erfurt: Bridges, Cathedrals, Churches and Fountains. Everything listed here comes from what Erfurt is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nightlife in Erfurt
(3)Nightlife lovers get Casinos, Events and Festival. It is a direct read of Erfurt's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Water Sports in Erfurt
(2)On the water sports side, Erfurt offers Wakeboard and Water Skiing. All of it is drawn from Erfurt's recorded activities. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Family in Erfurt
(1)On the family side, Erfurt offers Zoo. It is a direct read of Erfurt's activity profile. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nature in Erfurt
(1)Under nature, Erfurt is tagged with Gardens. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Erfurt.
More to do in Erfurt
(1)Our data lists Secret as other activities options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Erfurt.
Best time to visit Erfurt
For anything on snow, December to February is the season. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
Getting there & around
Public transport from Thuringia reaches Erfurt without much detour. Erfurt runs on Europe/Berlin time.
Similar destinations
Places near Erfurt that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Erfurt known for?
- In Thuringia, Germany, Erfurt stands out for adventure, culture and nightlife. That mix defines the typical visit to this 215,199-strong destination.
- What can you do in Erfurt?
- Options in Erfurt run to Off Road Trails, Parachute, Shooting Ranges, Skydiving and Bridges — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Erfurt?
- For anything on snow, December to February is the season. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
- Where is Erfurt located?
- You will find Erfurt in Thuringia, Germany. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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