Erfurt City Tour
100% of reviewers say this trail is easy
4.4miLength
459ftElevation gain
1.5–2hrEstimated time
Loop
Popular, varied city tour in Erfurt, Thuringia.
This city tour in Erfurt takes you past some of the most beautiful cultural and historical sights in the state capital. It takes you through the medieval old town of Erfurt and historic buildings such as the Petersberg Citadel, across the cathedral square and to the famous Krämerbrücke bridge. Off the beaten track, but well worth a visit, are places where Martin Luther lived and worked, such as the Augustinian monastery where he once lived as a monk.
Highlights of the city tour:
- Erfurt City Park
- St. Thomas Church
- St. Mary's Cathedral
- Citizens' Garden
- Bastion Johann
- Ravelin Peter
- Fish Market
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Top sights
Breitstrom (Gera)
River
Bergstrom (Gera)
River
Militärarrestanstalt
Attraction
Bonifatiuskapelle
Tower
Bastion Leonhard
Attraction
Bastion Franz
Attraction
Bastion Philipp
Attraction
St Thomas' Church
Attraction
Petersberg Citadel
Castle
Sankt Severi
Attraction
Kaisersaal
Attraction
Mikwe
Archaeological site
Erthal-Obelisk
Attraction
Erfurt Cathedral
Attraction
Allerheiligenkirche
Attraction
Merchants' Bridge
Attraction
Rathaus Erfurt
Attraction
Collegium Maius
Attraction
Theatrum Mundi
Attraction
Zum Breiten Herd
Attraction
Predigerkirche
Attraction
Geologischer Aufschluss am Petersberg
Cliff
Domberg
Peak
Kriegspulvermagazin I.
Ruins
Neue Wache
Attraction
Kriegspulvermagazin III.
Attraction
Kurmainzische Statthalterei
Castle
Sorgebrunnen
Pond
Hoher Glockenturm
Attraction
Garten an der Domstraße
Garden
Grabenkaponniere II.
Attraction
Lünette II
Attraction
Bastion Michael
Attraction
Bastion Johann
Attraction
Lünette I
Attraction
Bastion Gabriel
Attraction
Bastion Kilian
Attraction
The Narrowest House in Erfurt
Attraction
Palmenhaus
Attraction
St. Mary Magdalene Chapel
Attraction
Top sights
Breitstrom (Gera)
River
Bergstrom (Gera)
River
Militärarrestanstalt
Attraction
Bonifatiuskapelle
Tower
Bastion Leonhard
Attraction
Bastion Franz
Attraction
Bastion Philipp
Attraction
St Thomas' Church
Attraction
Petersberg Citadel
Castle
Sankt Severi
Attraction
Kaisersaal
Attraction
Mikwe
Archaeological site
Erthal-Obelisk
Attraction
Erfurt Cathedral
Attraction
Allerheiligenkirche
Attraction
Merchants' Bridge
Attraction
Rathaus Erfurt
Attraction
Collegium Maius
Attraction
Theatrum Mundi
Attraction
Zum Breiten Herd
Attraction
Predigerkirche
Attraction
Geologischer Aufschluss am Petersberg
Cliff
Domberg
Peak
Kriegspulvermagazin I.
Ruins
Neue Wache
Attraction
Kriegspulvermagazin III.
Attraction
Kurmainzische Statthalterei
Castle
Sorgebrunnen
Pond
Hoher Glockenturm
Attraction
Garten an der Domstraße
Garden
Grabenkaponniere II.
Attraction
Lünette II
Attraction
Bastion Michael
Attraction
Bastion Johann
Attraction
Lünette I
Attraction
Bastion Gabriel
Attraction
Bastion Kilian
Attraction
The Narrowest House in Erfurt
Attraction
Palmenhaus
Attraction
St. Mary Magdalene Chapel
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Explore this 4.4-mile loop trail near Erfurt, Thuringia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 44 min to complete. This is a very popular area for running and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
What is the expected weather this week for Erfurt City Tour?
Expected weather for Erfurt City Tour for the next 5 days is:
- Sat, September 19 - 65 degrees/showers
- Sun, September 20 - 64 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 21 - 62 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 65 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 70 degrees/clear
Where is Erfurt City Tour located?
Erfurt City Tour is a trail located in Erfurt, Thuringia, Germany.
How hard is Erfurt City Tour?
Erfurt City Tour is considered an easy hike that covers 4.4 mi, with an elevation gain of 459 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
What is the elevation gain for Erfurt City Tour?
Erfurt City Tour is considered an easy hike that covers 4.4 mi, with an elevation gain of 459 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Erfurt City Tour a loop?
Erfurt City Tour is a loop trail that covers 4.4 mi, with an elevation gain of 459 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Erfurt City Tour?
Erfurt City Tour is a loop trail that covers 4.4 mi, with an elevation gain of 459 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Erfurt City Tour?
Dogs may be allowed on Erfurt City Tour. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Erfurt City Tour?
Erfurt City Tour is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Erfurt City Tour?
According to trailgoers, Erfurt City Tour is usually busy. Erfurt City Tour is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there rivers at Erfurt City Tour?
Yes, Erfurt City Tour is near Breitstrom (Gera) and Bergstrom (Gera).
Is Erfurt City Tour kid-friendly?
Yes, many trailgoers have described Erfurt City Tour as good for kids and families. Kid-friendly trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Erfurt City Tour paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Erfurt City Tour is partially paved.
Is Erfurt City Tour a city walk?
Yes, Erfurt City Tour is a city walk in Erfurt, Thuringia, Germany.
Last updated on September 14, 2026 at 12:03 am GMT+0