Erfurt, Germany

Erfurt

A medieval city with a bridge covered in houses.

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  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Erfurt

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk across the Merchants' Bridge, Europe's longest bridge lined with inhabited houses.
  2. AfternoonClimb the steps to the cathedral and the Petersberg Citadel for the view over the towers.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the old town around the Fischmarkt and its painted guildhalls.

Day 2

Visit Weimar, 15 minutes away by train, or the Wartburg castle in Eisenach.

What to eat

A Thuringian grilled sausage from a street stand, with mustard.

Local tips

Make the most of Erfurt

Beat the crowds

Erfurt is calm. The cathedral steps host events in summer.

Best photo spot

The Krämerbrücke, a bridge lined with houses, and the cathedral on its hill.

Getting there

Trains from Berlin take about 2 hours. The centre is walkable.

Don't miss nearby

Weimar, the city of Goethe and Schiller, 15 minutes away.

Good to know

The Krämerbrücke is one of the longest inhabited bridges in Europe.

Secret spots

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Plan your visit

Getting to Erfurt

Getting there

  • Erfurt-Weimar Airport (ERF)5 km away
  • Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)95 km away
  • Leipzig100 km away
  • Würzburg155 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryGermany

Questions

Erfurt: good to know

Is Erfurt worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns. A medieval city with a bridge covered in houses.

How many days do you need in Erfurt?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Erfurt?

You can visit all year. Erfurt is calm. The cathedral steps host events in summer.

How do you get to Erfurt?

The nearest airport is Erfurt-Weimar Airport (ERF), about 5 km away. Trains from Berlin take about 2 hours. The centre is walkable.

What is there to see near Erfurt?

Nearby hidden places include Leipzig (102 km), Goslar (111 km) and Bamberg (122 km).

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