Thuringia is known as the 'Green Heart of Germany' due to its vast forests. It is a state of immense cultural significance, home to Weimar Classicism, the Bauhaus movement, and Martin Luther's Wartburg, blending history with modern optical and tech industries.
"Das ist Thüringen."
Capital
Erfurt
Population
2.1 million
Area
16,171 km²
Institutions
4+
Thuringia offers a diverse landscape of higher education institutions: from world-class research universities to practice-oriented universities of applied sciences and specialized art academies.
Comprehensive universities and institutes of technology offering the full spectrum of academic disciplines, from humanities to engineering.
Historic university associated with Goethe, Schiller, and Hegel
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Strong focus on media technology and engineering
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World-renowned for architecture, art, and design
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Specialized in humanities and social sciences
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Experience the unique traditions, festivals, and lifestyle that make Thuringia special.
Home to Goethe and Schiller, Weimar was the intellectual center of Europe in the 18th century. The city boasts multiple UNESCO World Heritage sites.
The revolutionary Bauhaus art school was founded in Weimar in 1919 by Walter Gropius, shaping modern architecture and design worldwide.
Located in Eisenach, this is where Martin Luther translated the New Testament into German. A symbol of German unity and a UNESCO site.
The 'Rostbratwurst' is a protected regional specialty with a 600-year history. Grilling it over charcoal is a beloved local tradition.
The Thuringian Forest offers endless hiking trails, including the famous Rennsteig, and transforms into a winter sports paradise in snowy months.
The Krämerbrücke is the longest inhabited bridge in Europe, lined with charming half-timbered houses, artisan shops, and cafes.
| Company | Sector | Headquarters |
|---|---|---|
| Carl Zeiss Meditec | Optics/MedTech | Jena |
| Jenoptik | Photonics | Jena |
| TEAG | Energy | Erfurt |
| Amazon | Logistics | Erfurt |
| Stadtwerke Erfurt | Utilities | Erfurt |
| Funke Medien | Media | Erfurt |
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