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Eisfeld, Germany
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About Eisfeld

Historic stone churches and half-timbered houses give Eisfeld a storybook aesthetic. The town is set on the River Werra and is a gateway to the picturesque Thuringian Forest. Stroll around the atmospheric town centre, visit a museum housed in a centuries-old castle and enjoy hearty local cuisine.

Things to do in Eisfeld

Brush up on local history at Museum Eisfeld, which is housed in a medieval castle. Exhibits cover a wide range of topics, including the people, places and events that have shaped the town over the centuries. Admire an impressive collection of porcelain and learn about the legacy of famous German poet Otto Ludwig, who was born in Eisfeld in the 1800s.

The magnificent Trinity Church, also known as Dreifaltigkeitskirche, soars over the town centre. It’s one of the most beautiful Gothic buildings in Thuringia and features a cavernous vault ceiling supported by soaring pillars. Gaze up at the impressive three-bay choir stall and climb the tower for sweeping views over the surrounding forests and mountains.

Speed down the summer toboggan run at Freizeitpark Waffenrod-Hinterrod. The family-friendly amusement park features an enormous adventure playground complete with rope swings, suspension bridges and climbing towers.

Use Eisfeld as a base to hike The Rennsteig, one of the most renowned high-altitude hiking trails in Germany. The long-distance trail winds through the Thuringian Forest and showcases a variety of landscapes, ranging from rolling hills to rugged slate mountains.

Try traditional Thuringian dishes at local restaurants in Eisfeld. Fill up on favourites like “zwiebelsuppe” onion soup, “klosse” potato dumplings and “kohlroulade” cabbage rolls. The town borders Bavaria, which means you’ll see plenty of “schweinebraten” roast pork and “leberkase” meatloaf on menus.

Getting around Eisfeld

Eisfeld is compact and easy to get around on foot. The town is in Thuringia, a three-hour drive from Frankfurt and 1.5 hours from Nuremberg. Trains run between Nuremberg and Coburg in 1.5 hours. From here, it’s a 20-minute drive to Eisfeld. Rental cars offer the freedom to visit Eisfeld and explore Thuringia at your own pace. Frankfurt Airport is a three-hour drive away.

Facts about staying in Eisfeld

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  • What are the best hotels in Eisfeld?

    22 reviews rated Feriendorf Auenland with an average score of 9.2/10. It may also be worth looking into the Ferienwohnung Schlossblick, which received a rating of 9.7/10 from 65 reviews.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting Thuringia?

    In addition to Eisfeld, travellers opt to visit Weimar when visiting Thuringia.

  • How many hotels are there in Eisfeld?

    In total, there are 19 hotels to choose from in Eisfeld, compared to 4,874 properties in Thuringia.

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