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Open through Thuringia

Open through Thuringia
320 km
Min. 2 Days
Mittel mountains, historical old towns
WWeimar

Thuringia is known as the green heart of Germany – perfect for an extensive convertible tour that combines nature, culture, and winding roads. With the convertible or the roadster, you will explore historical cities, the romantic Thuringian Slate Mountains, sunny wine regions, and the high ridges of the Thuringian Forest. Over approximately 450 kilometers, you will experience a diverse convertible route full of scenic contrasts and cultural highlights.

This convertible journey takes you on a generous loop through the state, past castles, half-timbered towns, palaces, and through impressive low mountain landscapes – ideal for connoisseurs and driving enthusiasts.

The Route: Experience Thuringia – Discovering with the Convertible

Your convertible tour starts in the classic city of Weimar, where history accompanies you at every turn. From here, you will take scenic side roads across Thuringia – varied, relaxed, and perfectly suitable for a multi-day convertible road trip.

First Stage: Weimar – Jena – Saalfeld – Rudolstadt

Your convertible road trip begins in Weimar, a city full of culture and history. The historic city center, with Bauhaus architecture and classical landmarks, is the ideal start for your convertible journey.

From Weimar, you continue to Jena, a young university town in the Saale Valley. The winding route along the Saale offers dreamy views while you can cruise through the gentle hilly landscape with the top down.

The route takes you further into southern Thuringia to Saalfeld. The famous Saalfeld Fairy Grottos and the idyllic surroundings invite a stop. After that, you will go through Rudolstadt with its impressive Heidecksburg Castle – perfect for a piece of culture on your convertible tour.

Second Stage: Schwarzatal – Neuhaus am Rennweg – Oberhof

From Rudolstadt, you dive into the Schwarzatal, one of the most beautiful convertible routes in Thuringia. The narrow valleys, dense forests, and winding roads make this section a highlight for every convertible road trip.

You will reach Neuhaus am Rennweg, located on the high ridge of the Thuringian Forest. Here, a detour to the Rennsteig, the famous high hiking trail that runs parallel to your route, is worthwhile.

Continuing through dense forests and winding mountain roads, you arrive at Oberhof, the winter sports center of Thuringia. Even in summer, the region impresses with panoramic views and clear mountain air – perfect for a break on your convertible trip.

Third Stage: Schmalkalden – Eisenach – Mühlhausen – Bad Langensalza

The next stage takes you on your convertible tour to Schmalkalden, known for its half-timbered houses and the impressive Wilhelmsburg Castle. From here, you cruise through southwestern Thuringia towards Eisenach.

Eisenach, the city of the Wartburg, is a cultural highlight on your convertible road trip. The world-famous castle towers over the city and offers a fantastic view over the Thuringian countryside.

After that, you proceed north to Mühlhausen, the medieval imperial city with its historic old town. The convertible route then leads through Bad Langensalza with its magnificent gardens and thermal springs back towards the starting point.

Conclusion: With the Convertible through Thuringia – Pure Driving Pleasure, Culture, and Nature

This approximately 450-kilometer long convertible tour through Thuringia showcases the versatility of the land in an impressive way. Whether along the Saale, through the high ridges of the Thuringian Forest, or past historically significant cities – here you will find perfect conditions for a varied convertible trip.

The winding roads, idyllic valleys, and cultural highlights make Thuringia a real insider tip for everyone traveling in a convertible or a roadster. The route offers just the right mix of relaxed cruising, impressive landscapes, and exciting stops – a true experience on your next convertible tour.

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