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Erfurt: Medieval Capital of Thuringia on the Gera River
Erfurt, with about 215,000 residents, is known for its unusually intact medieval center and the Krämerbrücke, a 14th-century bridge lined with houses and shops. The compact old town sits around the Domplatz, beneath Erfurt Cathedral and St. Severus Church.
Fast facts
- Country
- Germany
- Region
- Thuringia
- Population
- Approx. 213,000
- Founded
- 8th century
- Known for
- Krämerbrücke, Erfurt Cathedral, historic old town, Thuringian cuisine
Erfurt stands out in central Germany for its well-preserved medieval city center, including long stretches of timber-framed buildings and the Krämerbrücke bridge street. The city is the capital of Thuringia and lies on the Gera River with a population just over 200,000. Visitors can comfortably see the main sites in one to two days, focusing on the old town, the Domplatz square with its cathedral and church, and the Krämerbrücke. For green space, Egapark on the city’s western edge offers one of Germany’s largest ornamental gardens. The annual Krämerbrücke Festival in June draws many to the historic heart of Erfurt.
Krämerbrücke Bridge
Walk the Krämerbrücke, a 14th-century bridge lined with shops and houses, key to Erfurt’s medieval character.
Domplatz Square
Visit Domplatz, home to Erfurt Cathedral and St. Severus Church, the city’s most recognized landmark area.
Egapark Gardens
Spend time at Egapark, on the city’s west side, one of Germany’s largest ornamental and garden parks.
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