Gotha is a city in the Thuringia region of Germany; less noted for tourism than many other German regions, but with a wealth of attractions for those willing to explore. Gotha is just under 20 miles west of Erfurt, and those who take up car hire from Gotha can experience a cultural tour of some of Germany's most fascinating cities. Hiring a car from Gotha also means you can visit attractions like Wartburg Castle about 30 miles away. Gotha is home to Friedenstein Castle, a pleasant old town and some interesting churches, while St. Margarethen is one of the city's main landmarks.
Schloss Friedenstein (Friedenstein Castle) is undoubtedly the number one attraction in the city, but perhaps Gotha's general culture and scenery is the city's biggest draw. The area around Neumarkt and Margarethen Church are particularly appealing, and the nearby Hauptmarkt is also rich with quaint architecture. If you're hiring a car from Gotha, you'll find the town of Erfurt via a short drive east on Eisenacher Straße. Take the A4 east for a memorable trip to Wartburg Castle which is set amongst some of Thuringia's finest scenery. Take the A4 west and you'll find Weimar, where attractions like the Goethe National Museum add to its status as a true cultural capital.
