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The Thuringian Forest has a lot to offer. In addition to impressive nature and many activities, it is especially known for its culturally rich cities. Ilmenau, Weimar, and Erfurt are not far from our Hotel Kammweg am Rennsteig and are perfect for a day trip. For those who are not interested in a city trip, we recommend further excursion destinations such as the Rennsteiggarten Oberhof, the Explorata-Mitmachwelt, a zoo, and much more. Here we have compiled some of the most beautiful sights for you. However, you will find even more tips and recommendations in our hotel.
Wartburg Eisenach
The world-famous Wartburg, over 900 years old, towers visibly over the city of Eisenach. It is not only a castle but also a witness to German history. The Wartburg tells of courtly art from the Middle Ages. Saint Elisabeth lived and worked there. Martin Luther translated the New Testament there. The room in the castle’s bailiwick – the authentic living and working space of the reformer from May 1521 to March of the following year and for centuries the destination of countless “pilgrims” – can also be regarded as the birthplace of the Luther Bible and our modern language. More…
Explorata-Mitmachwelt
“The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious.” In the Explorata-Mitmachwelt in Zella-Mehlis, there are great experiments around physics and natural sciences to try out with explanations at 80 exciting experimental stations. On an exhibition area of 1300 sqm, large and small explorers can discover the secrets of physical phenomena at the exciting experimental stations. “There is no touching forbidden” here. Participation and touching are expressly desired here. More…
Ruins of Gleichen Castle
Perched on a conical hill in Wandersleben is the medieval ruin of Gleichen Castle. The complex is mentioned in the annals of Reinhardtsbrunn as early as 1089. In 1631, with the death of the last Count of Gleichen, the slow but steady decline of the castle began, which, with the tale of the “two-wived Count of Gleichen,” has a prominent place in Thuringian legends. From the platform of the keep, which now houses a museum on the history of the castle and the natural area “Drei Gleichen,” you can enjoy a fantastic view over the Thuringian Basin to the ridge of the Thuringian Forest. More…
Suhl Zoo
The idyllically located zoo is home to approximately 500 domestic and wild animals. Various species, from Europe’s smallest owl, the little owl, to elks and bison, as well as a small collection of exotic animals in the vivarium, are kept here in large enclosures. Children will especially enjoy the exciting climbing playground and the petting zoo. A visit to the zoo can also be special in winter. Most animals are protected from the cold weather during this season by their thick winter fur or feathers and are therefore also easily visible in their outdoor enclosures and aviaries. More…
Greiner Glasmanufaktur
At the Greiner Glassworks, you can admire documents from over 100 years ago from the founding period, unique glass pieces, and one of the oldest and most colorful glass melting furnaces in the Thuringian Forest. Feel free to book a day trip from the Thuringian Forest ridge to the jewel in the Schwarzatal, in cooperation with us, the Rennsteighotel Kammweg, with the legendary Oberweißbach Mountain Railway. It is the steepest funicular railway for transporting standard-gauge railway cars. In this enchanting landscape, you can still discover a variety of attractions today. More…
Oberweißbach Mountain and Schwarzatal Railway
“In the wild and romantic Schwarzatal lies a true treasure, the Oberweißbach Mountain Railway. As the only mountain railway, it can transport standard gauge passenger and freight cars and not only makes the hearts of railway enthusiasts beat faster, but also nature lovers get their money’s worth. In the summer months, you can enjoy the 1.4 km long route with a 25% incline in an open car, let the fresh air blow around your nose, and listen to cheerful birdsong. Visitors can also discover the princely carriage, the Erlebnismuseum Maschinarium, the Fröbel Forest, and in the summer months, the Olitätenwagen, in the mountain railway country.” More…
Rennsteigmuseum Neustadt
In Neustadt, the center of the Rennsteig, awaits you the Rennsteigmuseum. The fundus about the Rennsteig and the local history of Neustadt currently includes 381 books and presentation folders with over 72,000 pages of written material. The largest part of the exhibition is dedicated to Rennsteig literature. Another large section of the exhibition is devoted to the overall boundary stone catalog. At present, it covers over 1,300 objects along the Rennsteig. Very interesting are also the numerous legends of the Rennsteig, which are included here, as well as hiking sayings and poems from the Rennsteig. More…
Spice Museum Schönbrunn
In Schönbrunn you can explore the history of spices. Experience the world of spices and explore the information boards, spice trees and listen to the stories told by contemporary witnesses. As soon as you enter the museum, you will be enveloped by a wide variety of fragrances from all over the world. The visit is a lesson about the small natural products and their often great effect. The history of spices in Schönbrunn dates back to 1873. At that time, the spice works operated under the name ‘Gewürzwerk Rud. Schmidt Wwe.’ and was the largest spice company in Europe until the Second World War. More…
Schönbrunn Reservoir
The Schönbrunn Reservoir is located in the southern Thuringian Forest in the municipality of Schleusegrund. The reservoir is about 20 kilometers south of Ilmenau and 15 kilometers northeast of Schleusingen. The Schönbrunn Reservoir supplies 230,000 consumers in southern Thuringia with around 27,000 m³ of drinking water daily. Especially worth seeing and a popular excursion destination is the reservoir, above all because of the beautiful circular path around the reservoir, 15 km or 20 km long, where you can hike and cycle. Fishing is allowed at the Schönbrunn Reservoir with a fishing license. More…
Weimar
The beautiful Weimar is known throughout Europe for its cultural heritage. Here, there are various leisure activities: museums, UNESCO World Heritage sites, as well as castles with their green parks and gardens. In this city, a guided tour is particularly worthwhile to gain more insights into its sights and historical background. More…
Ilmenau
The Goethe and university town is a popular destination for excursions and holidays and has been since Goethe’s time. In addition to the historic old town, it also offers visitors numerous museums and leisure opportunities. In April, the Ilmenau Jazz Days take place, in May the Kickelhahn Mountain Run, and in July the Street Food Festival. More…
Erfurt
As the state capital, Erfurt is also the largest city in Thuringia and particularly worth seeing for visitors interested in history. In the historic city center is the oldest synagogue in Central Europe, where, in addition to numerous medieval Jewish cultural treasures, the “Erfurt Treasure” is exhibited. More…