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Small country with great minds

Luther, Goethe, Schiller, Bach, Liszt and the Bauhaus pioneer Walter Gropius: over the centuries, Thuringia has provided decisive impulses that have shaped German history, literature, music and architecture. The "green heart" of Germany is now spotlighting its strengths: the venerable town of Weimar, for example, is still home to a young, creative scene. On the occasion of the anniversary of the Reformation in 2017, Martin Luther´s heritage is being enthusiastically preserved and celebrated. Visitors touring the state in Luther´s footsteps will not only experience historical sites like Wartburg Castle towering high above Eisenach but also magnificent landscapes. Whether it is the spectacular Dragon´s Gorge or the vast Thuringian Forest: the state is an ideal travel destination for culture enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Our main topics:

Reformation: Martin Luther brought new freedom to the people with his translation of the Bible: a 28-page dossier focuses on his life, his works and his spiritual companions

Weimar: Goethe, Schiller and the talents of today. The author Karen Köhler writes about a city where culture is still the name of the game

National Park: High above Hainich, a canopy walkway leads through the treetops of Thuringia´s primeval forest

Bauhaus: What is it like living in one of Walter Gropius´ architectural icons? We paid a visit to the owners of Haus Auerbach in Jena

Hiking: Experience nature on the Rennsteig, Germany´s most beautiful ridge walk

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