Erfurt has a vibrant history which goes back over 1,200 years. The largest city of Thuringia is well-known by a number of exceptional features such as the cathedral and the Church of St. Severus. Both have become the symbol of the city.

The perfectly preserved original city centre accentuates the beauty of Erfurt. Furthermore Erfurt has an outstanding infrastructure. The airport, the ICE rail as well as the motorway link and offer a perfect arrival for tourists, businessmen and visitors from all over the world.

Small gardens as well as various parks and green areas shape numerous green belts that encircle the city. Many people take pleasure in the peace and quiet, read a book or purely listen to the bird song.  

Hospitality

Erfurt is proud of its long-established hospitality.  In the traditional part of town one can enjoy restaurants with a long history, unharmed taverns and medieval beer cellars. Many beer gardens invite you to stop by and to enjoy the weather and the outstanding service philosophy of Erfurt. 

There is no need for a car in the centre of Erfurt. You can choose to experience Erfurt by tram or see the city by a horse-drawn coach.

To go shopping in Erfurt is really exciting. Several pedestrian areas with elegant boutiques, shops, department stores, sidewalk cafés, restaurants and little parks invite you to explore the city.

The Anger is the central shopping boulevard of the people in Erfurt. Historically and architectural remarkable buildings (Wilhelminian style) surround you on your shopping tour through Erfurt.