If you're looking for a taste of true Germany, look no further than Erfurt – the city that's nearest to the geographical centre of Germany. Hire a car in Erfurt and make the most of your stay exploring the city's many attractions.
Erfurt has a long cultural history, with a host of museums scattered throughout the city. Perhaps the most popular of these is the Stadtmuseum, which shows the history of the city from the middle ages through to early modern history, when Martin Luther studied at the city's university.
The city offers some stunning architecture, with narrow streets winding through the medieval town centre. At Domberg hill, visitors will find St Mary's Cathedral and St Severus' Church – two of the city's best loved landmarks
Erfurt's central location means that it's an excellent base for exploring the Thuringian Forest and by hiring a car in Erfurt, you can get to the stunning mountain forests easily.
The Thuringian Forest is home to some beautiful landscapes, with a number of rivers and lakes nestled between some impressive mountain ranges. Snow in the winter months is common but in the summer, the Forest and the Thuringian Forest Nature Park offer some fantastic opportunities for wildlife spotting.
If you want to venture further afield, you can drive to the city of Leipzig. The city is around 90 minutes by car and is one of Germany's fastest growing cities – it has previously been voted as Germany's most “liveable” city.
