Discover Thuringia sustainably

Sustainability is on everyone's lips, and it is important. It's about us and our future, about a healthy environment, healthy people, a fair and just world for everyone. Easy to say, hard to achieve, that much is certain. But as Lao Tzu said in the 6th century BC: ‘The longest journey begins with the first step’. So, let's set off! The great goal is still a long way off, but we have made a start. Come along and discover good examples in Thuringia!

What's that greenery?

It could be our forests, or flowering herb meadows and old orchards. Or the primeval beech forests of the Hainich? Thuringia's nature is abundant and worth protecting. We don't claim to have something for everyone. But we can give you a tip or two.
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Thuringia's National Natural Landscapes

Thuringia's eight National Natural Landscapes all have their own special features. In the southern Harz, there are the ephemeral karst landscapes, in the Eichsfeld the wild yew forests and in the Rhön the vast sheep pastures and the nocturnal splendour of the star park. In the nature parks and biosphere reserves, you will encounter wild orchids and shy fire salamanders. And dedicated people who want to preserve the natural heritage for future generations.

 

Too beautiful to be real!

All right, we don't want to exaggerate. However, we do have some really beautiful towns in Thuringia, with picturesque half-timbered houses, proud Gothic churches, cosy green corners and all kinds of world heritage sites to choose from. Against such a background, the fair-trade coffee and homemade cakes in the street café taste even better. Especially as the Thuringian towns have this easy-going atmosphere. A holiday is supposed to be relaxing, isn’t it?

More sustainable holiday options in Thuringia

We are striving to make holidays in Thuringia more and more sustainable. Visit our partners' websites to find out more about their commitment to conserving resources, avoiding waste or reducing their carbon footprint.
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By train and public transport to and through Thuringia

You can discover Thuringia comfortably and climate-friendly by train and public transport. So, sit back and enjoy the view of nature and urban flair during your travels.

 

Certified spots of sustainability in Thuringia

Certified accomodations

Fair trade towns

Certified regions

Certified camping grounds

Certified spas

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Travelling for everyone - comfortable and barrier-free

Natural beauty, cultural treasures and insider tips are all close together in Thuringia. Accessibility and travelling in comfort play a major role here. This is not just about people with disabilities, but also about people who are restricted in their mobility due to age. And what is easily accessible for wheelchair users can also be easily visited by families with pushchairs.

 

Trees for Thuringia

Would you like to contribute to the protection of nature in Thuringia? You can! Take part in tree planting campaigns or initiatives to save our forests. If you can't do it yourself, you might want to make a donation. 
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Your power. Our nature.
The community forests are growing.

We are creating two community forests in Thuringia - so that our nature will continue to be an experience in the future. We are planting 4,500 new trees on two areas that were primarily damaged by bark beetles and are happy to take you on an exciting journey from seed to finished forest. Your baton has been passed, now it's time for our power. Join us and look over our shoulder!