Overview
Erfurt is the capital and largest city of Thuringia, a major transportation hub with a beautifully preserved medieval old town. It offers a slower pace than Berlin or Munich, with the iconic Krämerbrücke, historic synagogues, and the famous Thüringer Bratwurst.
Architecture · Budget Travel · Day Trips · Festivals · History
Before you go
Culture
Old Synagogue (oldest in Europe) and Medieval Mikveh are key Jewish heritage sites.
Food
Original Thüringer Bratwurst sold at street stalls across the city.
Money
Most shops close by 8pm and all day Sunday. Hostel dorms from €13. ATM widely available (Euro).
Shopping
Krämerbrücke shops offer unique crafts. Shopping malls: Anger 1, Thüringen-Park. All shops closed Sundays.
Transport
Trams run every 10 min, night buses after midnight. Compact city centre walkable.