Adventures in
LutherCountry
Bookable Tours for Groups
Table of Contents –
Let the Journey Begin
Your journey to LutherCountry
will open the door to a variety of
fascinating historical and cultural
places, all of which were directly
influenced by the Reformation and
its many heroes. LutherCountry
invites you to stroll around
picturesque towns and explore
authentic sites, all the while
imagining how the Great Reformer,
Martin Luther, stood in the very
same place you now stand a whole
500 years ago!
On the next few pages, you will
discover amazing LutherCountry
tours offered by inbound tour
operators with expert knowledge
on the topic of Martin Luther and
the Reformation. Each tour focuses
on a particular theme, allowing
you to plan according to your – or
your group’s – particular tastes and
interests.
We wish you happy reading, happy
planning, and look forward to
welcoming you and your groups
to LutherCountry on one of these
fabulous tours!
Classic Tours
Explore the “Cradle of the Reformation”
in the heart of Germany.
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Art, Music, and the Reformation
Learn more about the famous artists
who were influenced by Luther and
the Reformation.
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Reformation Heroes
Follow in the footsteps of other great
men and women whose stories are
closely tied to the Reformation.
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Cultural Heritage in LutherCountry
Discover LutherCountry’s unforgettable
cultural treasures.
Outdoor Pilgrimages
Follow the “Lutherweg” and literally
walk in the footsteps of Martin Luther.
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Inbound Tour Operators
These friendly experts will provide you
with individual quotes and customized
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itineraries.
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Augustinian Monastery, Erfurt
Luther‘s Cell at Wartburg Castle, Eisenach
Luther Font, Lutherstadt Eisleben
Classic Tour I: The Cradle of the Reformation
Visit LutherCountry and lift the veil on the history of Martin Luther and the Reformation! Follow
in the mighty footsteps of the Great Reformer and experience the best LutherCountry has to
offer. This example itinerary takes you to the four major cities of the Lutheran Reformation in
just three days, but can also be extended or alternated to suit your specific needs.
Lutherstadt Wittenberg - Lutherstadt Eisleben - Erfurt - Eisenach
Day 1: Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Begin your Reformation-inspired vacation by following
Luther’s legacy in Lutherstadt Wittenberg, just 75 miles
south of Berlin. The “Birthplace of the Reformation”
boasts top highlights such as St. Mary’s Church and
the Castle Church. Tour the Luther House, home to the
world‘s largest museum on Reformation history, or stop
by the Melanchthon House and Cranach Courtyards.
End the day with a traditional “Luther Dinner” and
overnight stay.
Day 2: Lutherstadt Eisleben and Erfurt
Travel back to Martin Luther’s roots with a visit to
Lutherstadt Eisleben, the town where his unforgettable
life both began and ended. Visit the St. Peter and
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Insider Tip:
“Kaffeeklatsch“
In Lutherstadt Wittenberg, guests
are welcome to visit local families
in their homes for private chatting
sessions over coffee and dessert.
This is an unforgettable way to
get an up close and personal
look at local customs and culture!
Please note: Meetings must be
arranged in advance through the
local Tourist Information.
Theses Door, Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Dining “Luther-style”
Treat your taste buds to a meal
true in taste and style to the mid1500s at one of these restaurants
and see for yourself why Martin
Luther was so fond of food and
drink!
Lutherstadt Eisleben
Lutherschenke
Eisenach
Hotel Eisenacher Hof
Erfurt
Lutherkeller in the Futterstraße
Lutherstadt Wittenberg
BEST WESTERN Stadtpalais
You can book this tour or a
variation thereof with any of the
tour operators listed on pages 22
and 23 of this brochure. This tour
can be planned in reverse order
as well.
Paul’s Church, where Luther was baptized, or St.
Andrew’s Church, where the walls still echo with the
last sermon Luther ever preached. Go on a guided
tour of Luther’s Birthplace and Luther’s Death House
before driving to Erfurt for a guided tour to places rich
in history like the Augustinian Monastery, St. Mary’s
Cathedral, the Old Synagogue, and the charming
Merchants’ Bridge. End the day with a delicious,
medieval-style dinner and a good night’s sleep.
Day 3: Eisenach and Wartburg Castle
The journey continues onward to Eisenach for a day
full of Reformation history. Go on a guided tour to
places like St. George’s Church, the Bach House
Museum or the Luther House and Exhibition. Conclude
this fascinating tour through history with a visit to the
impressive Wartburg Castle and its “Lutherstube”,
the actual room where Luther translated the New
Testament into German in 1521. In the evening, enjoy
a nice dinner in the city and a relaxing overnight stay.
Day 4: Departure
Enjoy a final farewell breakfast before heading back
home or continuing your expedition through the hidden
treasures of LutherCountry.
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Garden Kingdom, Dessau-Woerlitz
Luther Bible at Francke Foundations, Halle (Saale)
Old Town, Schmalkalden
Classic Tour II: In the Footsteps of Martin Luther
This itinerary is a wonderful extension of Classic Tour I, inviting you to dive even deeper into
Reformation history and the sea of cultural treasures waiting for you in LutherCountry. This tour
starts in the “Birthplace of the Reformation“, which is located only 75 miles south of Berlin.
Lutherstadt Wittenberg - Dessau - Halle (Saale) - Lutherstadt Eisleben Mansfeld-Lutherstadt - Weimar - Erfurt - Eisenach
Day 1: Where It All Began
For the perfect, relaxed start to your
Reformation-inspired vacation, spend the
day sightseeing in Lutherstadt Wittenberg,
stopping at places like St. Mary’s Church and
the Castle Church. Tour the Luther House,
the world‘s largest museum on Reformation
history, or stop by one of the city’s other
sights, such as the Melanchthon House and
Cranach Courtyards. End the day with a
traditional “Luther Dinner” and overnight stay.
Day 2: Culture Galore
This day is packed full with culture and
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unforgettable moments. Drive to Dessau and
visit the world-renowned Bauhaus, followed
by a stop at the Anhalt Picture Gallery
to admire the famous artwork of Lucas
Cranach the Elder, a close friend and great
supporter of Martin Luther. Stroll through
the enchanting Garden Kingdom DessauWoerlitz before driving to Halle to see the
Francke Foundations, Market Church, and
St. Mary’s Library, followed by a short city
tour of the Old Town with stops at the Halle
Cathedral and Moritzburg Foundation.
Finally, check into the hotel and enjoy a
traditional dinner.
Duchess Anna Amalia Library, Weimar
You can book this tour or a variation thereof with any of the tour operators listed on pages 22
and 23 of this brochure. This tour can be planned in reverse order as well.
Day 3: The Man behind the Legend
Travel back to Martin Luther’s roots with a
visit to Lutherstadt Eisleben, the town where
his life both began and ended. Visit the St.
Peter and Paul Church, where Luther was
baptized, or St. Andrew’s Church, where the
walls still echo with the last sermon Luther
ever preached. Go on a guided tour featuring
Luther’s Birthplace and Luther’s Death
House before driving to Mansfeld-Lutherstadt
to visit Luther’s Parents‘ Home. Then it’s off
to Weimar for a city tour with stops at the
St. Peter and Paul Church, the City Castle
(„Stadtschloss“), and the Cranach Gallery.
Spend the rest of the day exploring the city.
Day 4: Architectural Gems
Enjoy your day by visiting medieval Erfurt
and going on a guided tour of top locations
like the Augustinian Monastery, St. Mary’s
Cathedral, the Old Synagogue, and the
charming Merchants’ Bridge.
Visit Schmalkalden with some of the region’s
most beautiful architectural treasures and
colorful, half-timbered buildings. Tour the city
and Wilhelmsburg Castle with its exhibtion
on the Reformation, before driving to
Eisenach for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 5: Experience History
Your last day is a day full of Reformation
history. Go on a guided tour to places like
St. George’s Church, the Luther House and
Exhibition, and the Bach House. Conclude
this fascinating tour through history with a
visit to the impressive Wartburg Castle and
its “Lutherstube”, the actual room where
Luther translated the New Testament into
German in 1521.
Day 6: Departure
Enjoy a final breakfast before heading
back home or extending your stay in
LutherCountry and beyond.
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Cranach Altar St. Mary‘s Church, Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Strokes of Artistic Genius
Lucas Cranach the Elder was a great supporter of the
Reformation and passed his passion and talent down
to his son, Cranach the Younger. Trace the legacy of
these great men through LutherCountry!
Dessau - Woerlitz - Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Lutherstadt Wittenberg will be your home-base
during this 5-day tour following the historic tracks of
the Cranachs through LutherCountry. Here, you can
marvel at Cranach the Elder’s lovely Reformation Altar
and Cranach the Younger’s paintings inside St. Mary’s
Church, not to mention visit the Cranach House and
Courtyards and the fascinating Luther House.
You’ll also make excursions to two nearby UNESCO
highlights: the Garden Kingdom of Dessau-Woerlitz
and the Bauhaus city of Dessau. Top sights include
the “Dessauer Abendmahl” by Cranach the Younger
and works by Cranach the Elder at the Anhalt Picture
Gallery.
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Duration:
5 days / 4 nights
Price per person:
from EUR 229 or USD 252
Based on a group of 20 travelers
excluding transportation.
A surcharge for single rooms
may apply. Local coach services
and tour leaders available upon
request!
Services included:
• Accommodation in quality,
mid-class hotels
• All breakfasts
• Local guided tours in English
and entrance fees to locations
listed on the itinerary
Contact:
AugustusTours e.K.
Turnerweg 6
01097 Dresden, Germany
+49 351 563480
[email protected]
Following the Cranach Legacy
through LutherCountry
The enchanting city of Erfurt is where Luther dedicated
his life to God, making it an ideal location to see
artwork made by his friend, Lucas Cranach the Elder,
and his son, Cranach the Younger.
Erfurt - Gotha - Eisenach - Weimar
This 6-day tour begins with a visit to St. Mary’s
Cathedral to see the “Verlobung der Heiligen
Katharina” by Cranach the Elder and to tour the
Augustinian Monastery where Luther once lived.
A trip to the Cranach House and Ducal Museum in
Gotha provides a closer look at this gifted father-son
duo, as does a visit to Eisenach’s Wartburg Castle and
the Cranach exhibition featuring a rich collection of
family works.
Last but not least, travel to the UNESCO city of
Weimar to visit Cranach the Elder’s grave and the
Cranach Altar at St. Peter and Paul Church, as well as
the Cranach House and the Cranach Gallery.
St. Jacob Cemetery, Weimar
Duration:
6 days / 5 nights
Price per person:
from EUR 324 or USD 356
Based on a group of 20 travelers
excluding transportation.
A surcharge for single rooms
may apply. Local coach services
and tour leaders available upon
request!
Services included:
• Accommodation in quality,
mid-class hotels
• All breakfasts
• Local guided tours in English
and entrance fees to locations
listed on the itinerary
Contact:
AugustusTours e.K.
Turnerweg 6
01097 Dresden, Germany
+49 351 563480
[email protected]
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Cranach House, Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Chasing History –
Traces of Luther and Cranach
Trace the distinct marks Martin Luther and Lucas
Cranach the Elder left on LutherCountry! The
adventure begins in Lutherstadt Wittenberg, a city
particularly influenced by Luther and the Reformation.
Lutherstadt Wittenberg - Lutherstadt Eisleben Weimar - Neustadt an der Orla - Gotha Erfurt - Eisenach - Schmalkalden
A must-see on this 8-day tour is Lutherstadt
Wittenberg’s Luther House, which provides detailed
information about Luther’s life and glimpses of
authentic Cranach pieces. Enjoy excursions to Luther’s
Birth and Death House in Lutherstadt Eisleben, as well
as to the Cranach House and final resting place of
Cranach the Elder in the UNESCO city of Weimar.
The Cranach Gallery in Gotha’s Ducal Museum
provides a unique collection of Reformation history, as
does Eisenach’s Wartburg Castle; not only did Luther
find safety inside these ancient walls, but they also
now boast a fabulous collection of Cranach paintings.
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Duration:
8 days / 7 nights
Price per person:
from EUR 685 or USD 755
Based on a group of 20 travelers.
A surcharge for single rooms may
apply.
Services included:
• Airport transfers and
excursion by bus
• Accommodation in quality,
mid-class hotels
• Half-board, including all
breakfasts and all dinners
• Local guided tours in English
and entrance fees to locations
listed on the itinerary
Contact:
Reise Mission GmbH
Jacobstraße 10
04105 Leipzig, Germany
+49 341 3085410
[email protected]
Luther and the Arts –
Influences of the Reformation
Experience the dramatic beginnings of the Reformation
and how it – and Martin Luther’s 95 Theses – not only
influenced world history and theology, but art and
culture as well.
Coburg - Kronach - Eisenach - Erfurt - Gotha Lutherstadt Eisleben - Weimar - Naumburg Lutherstadt Wittenberg - Potsdam - Berlin
Follow in the footsteps of two Reformation heroes
and talented painters, Lucas Cranach the Elder
and Younger. This 9-day tour includes top cities in
LutherCountry and beyond, with stops at Eisenach and
Erfurt, Luther’s spiritual home, as well as Gotha, the
city where Cranach the Elder fell in love.
Highlights in Lutherstadt Eisleben and Weimar are also
on the agenda, like Luther’s Birth and Death House
and the final workplace of Cranach the Elder. And
let’s not forget the Cranach Courtyards in Lutherstadt
Wittenberg! Leave no stone unturned in your quest
to learn all there is to know about the arts and the
Reformation.
Ducal Museum, Gotha
Duration:
9 days / 8 nights
Price per person:
from EUR 1,490 or USD 1,639
Based on a group of 20 travelers.
A surcharge for single rooms may
apply.
Services included:
• Airport transfers
• Transfers and excursions by
bus
• Accommodation in quality,
mid-class hotels
• Half-board, including all
breakfasts and all dinners
• Professional, bilingual tour
guide and entrance fees to
locations listed on the itinerary
Contact:
Biblical Tours
c/o Biblische Reisen GmbH
Silberbugstr. 121
70176 Stuttgart, Germany
+49 711 6192527
[email protected]
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Bach House, Eisenach
Luther and Bach –
Expressing Faith through Music
As the former residence of Martin Luther and
birthplace of Johann Sebastian Bach, Eisenach is the
ideal location for exploring the connections between
theology and music during this 6-day tour.
Eisenach - Erfurt - Lutherstadt Eisleben Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Martin Luther said: “Next to the Word of God, the noble
art of music is the greatest treasure in the world.” With
his “singing and telling“ doctrine, Luther was the first
person in church history to put music on the same level
as theology.
Although separated by 200 years of history, Luther
and Bach both grew up in Eisenach; Bach even set
many of Luther’s hymns to music. Following Luther’s
example, Bach understood music as a form of praise
and medium for spreading the Word of God. Encounter
two giants of history in authentic places where they
changed the course of history and discover the many
connections they share.
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Duration:
6 days / 5 nights
Price per person:
from EUR 399 or USD 439
Based on a group of 20 travelers
excluding transportation.
A surcharge for single rooms
may apply. Local coach services
and tour leaders available upon
request!
Services included:
• Accommodation in quality,
mid-class hotels
• All breakfasts
• Local guided tours in English
and entrance fees to locations
listed on the itinerary
Contact:
Mitteldeutsche Tourismus-Agentur
Im Stift 12
36251 Bad Hersfeld, Germany
+49 6621 6202164
[email protected]
Composers in Central Germany
LutherCountry’s cultural landscape was shaped by
some of the world’s most talented composers, who in
turn were influenced by the waves of change set in
motion by the Protestant Reformation.
Eisenach - Weimar - Zwickau - Halle - Leipzig - Koethen
Learn more about the connections between music
and religion on this lovely, 7-day tour through central
Germany. Visit places like the Bach House in Eisenach
for a fascinating look at the life and work of Johann
Sebastian Bach, or Weimar, the “city of culture” that
played a central role in various epochs of German
history.
Make your way to authentic places where great
composers like Liszt, Wagner, Hummel, Cornelius,
Humperdinck, and Mendelssohn-Bartholdy once
worked. The tour also passes through beautiful cities
like Leipzig and Halle, home of George Frideric
Handel, and features a colorful mix of musical and
Reformation highlights.
Bach Exhibition, Köthen
Duration:
7 days / 6 nights
Price per person:
from EUR 985 or USD 1,083
Based on a group of 20 travelers.
A surcharge for single rooms may
apply.
Services included:
• Transfers and excursions by
private de-luxe motor coach
• Accommodation in quality,
mid-class hotels
• Half-board, including all
breakfasts and half your
dinners
• Professional, bilingual tour
guide, local guided tours in
English and entrance fees to
locations listed on the itinerary
Contact:
Terra Lu Travel & Consult GmbH
Pfarrstrasse 20
34576 Homberg, Germany
+49 5681 848881
[email protected]
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Old Town, Muehlhausen
Two Sides of the Same Coin –
Martin Luther & Thomas Muentzer
Luther and Thomas Müntzer were two contemporaries
who fought for the Reformation in very different ways.
This 6-day tour stops at cities that played stage to the
events of those turbulent years.
Lutherstadt Wittenberg - Halle (Saale) Muehlhausen - Bad Frankenhausen - Eisenach
Luther and Muentzer each supported reform within the
church and a general questioning of authority. While
Müntzer enjoyed Luther’s support for a time, Luther
eventually broke all ties with him for using violence to
accelerate societal change.
Müntzer went on to lead the historic German Peasant’s
Revolt and was executed for his efforts. Despite their
differences, both of these men played pivotal roles
in shaping LutherCountry’s religious and cultural
landscape. Tour highlights include Lutherstadt
Wittenberg, where Luther introduced his 95 Theses,
as well as Muehlhausen, Muentzer’s former center for
radical reform.
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Duration:
6 days / 5 nights
Price per person:
from EUR 545 or USD 600
Based on a group of 20 travelers.
A surcharge for single rooms may
apply.
Services included:
• Airport transfers and
excursion by bus
• Accommodation in quality,
mid-class hotels
• Half-board, including all
breakfasts and three dinners
• Local guided tours in English
and entrance fees to locations
listed on the itinerary
Contact:
Reise Mission GmbH
Jacobstraße 10
04105 Leipzig, Germany
+49 341 3085410
[email protected]
Woman of the Reformation
This 14-day tour takes you to some of the most
beautiful cities in LutherCountry and delves deeper into
the hidden history behind the roles women played in
the Reformation that changed the world.
Berlin - Lutherstadt Wittenberg - Torgau Halle (Saale) - Lutherstadt Eisleben - Leipzig Dresden - Nimbschen - Erfurt - Eisenach
We all know the saying: Behind every great man is
a great woman. The Protestant Reformation was
no exception and owes its success to the many –
oftentimes unsung – female heroines of that era,
including Katharina von Bora, Luther’s beloved wife.
Visit Lutherstadt Wittenberg, where you can follow in
Luther’s footsteps and attend an eye-opening lecture
on the “Subversive Princesses of the Reformation”.
Other stops include Halle and Lutherstadt Eisleben,
where you’ll have the exclusive pleasure of meeting
a local, female pastor who will share her own
experiences and discuss the role of women in the
German church.
Duration:
14 days / 12 nights
Price per person:
from 1,900 EUR or USD 2,090
Based on a group of 20 travelers.
A surcharge for single rooms may
apply.
Services included:
• Airport transfers, transfers
and excursions by bus
• Accomodation in first-class
hotels, 24 meals
• Visits to social service
organizations, diaconal
institutions, lectures,
presentations, local guided
tours and entrance fees to
locations listed on the itinerary
Contact:
Christian Tours Europe
Juedenstrasse 8
06886 Lutherstadt Wittenberg,
Germany
+49 3491 5079550
Katharina von Bora, Lutherstadt Wittenberg
[email protected]
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Francke Foundations, Halle
Henry Melchior Muhlenberg –
America’s Link to LutherCountry
On this 7-day tour, travel back to the roots of Henry
Melchior Muhlenberg, the “Father of the North
American Lutheran Church”, and visit cities closely
connected to him and the Reformation.
Erfurt - Einbeck - Göttingen - Halle (Saale) Leipzig - Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Muhlenberg was a German pastor who was sent
to North America in the mid-1700s as a Lutheran
missionary by the Francke Foundations. Regarded
as the founder of the German-speaking Lutheran
communities, he immediately started building up
churches upon his arrival and dispelling the chords of
disharmony that had taken hold.
Visit Einbeck, his hometown, and step inside the
church where he was baptized or enjoy a cool glass
of Einbeck beer, which coincidentally was also Martin
Luther’s favorite brew. Complete the tour with a visit to
the Francke Foundations in Halle and hear a lecture on
Muhlenberg’s life and works.
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Duration:
7 days / 6 nights
Price per person:
from EUR 1,145 or USD 1,259
Based on a group of 20 travelers.
A surcharge for single rooms may
apply.
Services included:
• Transfers and excursions by
private de-luxe motor coach
• Accommodation in quality,
mid-class hotels
• Half-board, including all
breakfasts, half your dinners
• Professional, bilingual tour
guide, local guided tours in
English and entrance fees to
locations listed on the itinerary
Contact:
Terra Lu Travel & Consult GmbH
Pfarrstrasse 20
34576 Homberg, Germany
+49 5681 848881
[email protected]
Philipp Melanchthon –
Martin Luther’s Best Friend
Get to know the Great Reformer better by learning
more about his best friend, Philipp Melanchthon, on
this wonderful, 10-day tour through LutherCountry and
beyond.
Heidelberg - Bretten - Erfurt - Eisenach Lutherstadt Eisleben - Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Melanchthon supported Luther and acted as an
intellectual sparring partner and confidant. The perfect
balance to Luther’s passionate character, Melanchthon
always remained calm and collected. More importantly,
he went on to lead the German Reformation after
Luther’s death.
Highlights include romantic locations like Heidelberg
and Augsburg, as well as Lutherstadt Eisleben and
its Melanchthon House. Recently renovated, this
museum offers a rare look into the life of this special
Reformation hero. Make a final stop in Lutherstadt
Wittenberg, where the two best friends are now buried
side-by-side at the Castle Church.
Melanchthon House, Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Duration:
10 days / 9 nights
Price per person:
from EUR 1,898 or USD 2,088
Based on a group of 20 travelers.
A surcharge for single rooms may
apply.
Services included:
• Transfers and excursions by
bus
• Airport transfers
• Accommodation in quality,
mid-class hotels
• Half-board, including 9x
breakfast buffet and 9x dinner
• Professional, bilingual tour
guide and entrance fees to
locations listed on the itinerary
Contact:
Biblical Tours
c/o Biblische Reisen GmbH
Silberbugstr. 121
70176 Stuttgart, Germany
+49 711 6192527
[email protected]
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Bauhaus UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dessau
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
in the Heart of Germany
On this 5-day tour, you can trace the footsteps of
Martin Luther through central Germany and visit
many of the nations’ 40 breathtaking UNESCO World
Heritage sites.
Eisenach - Weimar - Lutherstadt Eisleben Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Some of the top sites waiting for you here include
Thuringia’s Wartburg Castle in Eisenach, Hainich
National Park, Classical Weimar, and the Bauhaus in
Weimar, as well as Saxony-Anhalt’s Luther Memorials
in Lutherstadt Eisleben and Lutherstadt Wittenberg.
These sites received the honor of being added to the
UNESCO list in recognition of the significant portion
of human history they represent and because of their
status as authentic locations of outstanding universal
significance. Enjoy inspiring moments of awe and
discovery in the heartland of the Reformation!
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Duration:
5 days / 4 nights
Price per person:
from EUR 299 or USD 329
Based on a group of 20 travelers
excluding transportation.
A surcharge for single rooms
may apply. Local coach services
and tour leaders available upon
request!
Services included:
• Accommodation in quality,
mid-class hotels
• All breakfasts
• Local guided tours in English
and entrance fees to locations
listed on the itinerary
Contact:
Mitteldeutsche Tourismus-Agentur
Im Stift 12
36251 Bad Hersfeld, Germany
+49 6621 6202164
[email protected]
Explore Southern LutherCountry‘s
Nature and Culture
Follow in Martin Luther’s footsteps along the Luther
Trail from Eisenach to Bad Liebenstein for a 3-day
tour. Visit Moehra, where you can see the Luther
Monument and explore the place where Martin Luther
was kidnapped before being brought to the famous
Wartburg Castle. Soak in the historic atmosphere of
the very room where Martin Luther translated the New
Testament into German. In Eisenach’s city center,
the half-timbered Luther House awaits you with a
fascinating exhibition entitled “Luther and the Bible”.
Eisenach - Bad Liebenstein - Moehra
Culture meets Nature –
UNESCO Adventure in Dessau
This 4-day cultural tour focuses on the UNESCO World
Heritage sites in and around Dessau, allowing you
to walk side-by-side with living history. A spectacular
highlight is the Dessau-Woerlitz Garden Realm,
which offers a harmonious combination of natural
and man-made art. You can also visit the famous
Dessau Bauhaus, the Masters’ Houses, and enjoy a
picturesque gondola ride across the park lake.
Dessau - Woerlitz
Price per person:
from EUR 189 or USD 208
Based on a group of 20 travelers
excluding transportation.
A surcharge for single rooms may
apply.
Services included:
• Accommodation
• All breakfasts
• Local guided tours in English
and entrance fees
Contact:
Travel Butler©
Karolinenstr. 49
99817 Eisenach
+49 3691 8867277
[email protected]
Price per person:
from EUR 199 or USD 219
Based on a group of 20 travelers
excluding transportation.
A surcharge for single rooms may
apply.
Services included:
• Accommodation
• All breakfasts
• Local guided tours in English
and entrance fees
Contact:
AugustusTours e.K.
Turnerweg 6
01097 Dresden, Germany
+49 351 563480
[email protected]
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Lutherweg (Luther Trail), LutherCountry
Pilgrimage through Northern
LutherCountry on the Lutherweg
This thrilling, 8-day pilgrimage through northern
LutherCountry lets you forget the stresses of everyday
life. Find your center, and take in some of the most
breathtaking landscapes in all of Germany.
Lutherstadt Eisleben - Wettin - Bernburg - Koethen - Reppichau - Dessau - Lutherstadt Wittenberg
This tour can be done on foot or by bike and combined
with various transfer services, with each night ending
at a local guest house or 3 or 4-star hotel. Enjoy
guided tours of the Reformation cities you pass along
the way, like Lutherstadt Eisleben and Lutherstadt
Wittenberg, where you can also enjoy free admission
to various museums and exhibitions.
Legend has it that Martin Luther heard the voice of
God speak to him in the midst of a thunderstorm.
What better way to get closer to the spirit of the Great
Reformer than to wander out into nature with open
eyes and an open heart?
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Duration:
8 days / 7 nights
Price per person:
from EUR 915 or USD 1.006
Based on a group of 20 travelers.
A surcharge for single rooms may
apply.
Services included:
• Bus for roadside support and
luggage transfer
• Accommodation in local guest
houses and mid-class hotels
• Half-board, including all
breakfasts, 3x dinner
• Local guided tours in English
and entrance fees to locations
listed on the itinerary
• Additionally included for the
bike tour: 7-day bike rental
and roadside assistance
Contact:
Terra Lu Travel & Consult GmbH
Pfarrstrasse 20
34576 Homberg, Germany
+49 5681 848881
[email protected]
Pilgrimage through Southern
LutherCountry on the Lutherweg
Duration:
8 days / 7 nights
Inspire body and soul on an unforgettable, 8-day
pilgrimage on foot or by bike through southern
LutherCountry past spacious valleys, lush forests, and
numerous Reformation sights.
Price per person:
from EUR 915 or USD 1.006
Based on a group of 20 travelers.
A surcharge for single rooms may
apply.
Gotha - Friedrichroda - Georgenthal Tambach-Dietharz - Schmalkalden Brotterode - Moehra - Eisenach
Martin Luther once said: “God writes the Gospel not in
the Bible alone, but also on trees, and in the flowers
and clouds and stars.” Discover the truth in his words
on this pilgrimage!
See famous sights like the “Lutherbrunnen”, the
very fountain whose waters were said to heal Martin
Luther’s ailing kidneys after he drank from it in 1537.
Enjoy a guided tour of the charming, half-timbered
town of Schmalkalden and its Luther House. Many
other exciting places along the path also bore witness
to critical moments in Reformation history; feel closer
to Martin Luther and Mother Nature than you ever
dreamed possible!
Luther Fountain, LutherCountry
Services included:
• Bus is available as support
vehicle and luggage transport
• Accommodation in local guest
houses and mid-class hotels
• Half-board, including all
breakfasts, 3x dinner
• Local guided tours in English
and entrance fees to locations
listed on the itinerary
• Additionally included for the
bike tour: 7-day bike rental
and roadside assistance
Contact:
Terra Lu Travel & Consult GmbH
Pfarrstrasse 20
34576 Homberg, Germany
+49 5681 848881
[email protected]
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Inbound Tour Operators
For even more detailed information about LutherCountry,
we recommend visiting our website at visit-luther.com and
checking out our “Faces of LutherCountry” brochure. Order
your own copy of the brochure by sending a quick email to
[email protected].
To book one of the tours featured on the previous pages,
please contact the tour operators listed below:
Appina Travel GmbH
Starnbergerstraße 15
82131 Gauting/München, Germany
+49 89 1893450
[email protected]
www.appinatravel.com
Mitteldeutsche Tourismus-Agentur
Im Stift 12
36251 Bad Hersfeld, Germany
+49 6621 6202164
[email protected]
www.mta-kirchner.de
AugustusTours e.K.
Turnerweg 6
01097 Dresden, Germany
+49 351 563480
[email protected]
www.augustustours.de
Reise Mission GmbH
Jacobstraße 10
04105 Leipzig, Germany
+49 341 3085410
[email protected]
www.reisemission-leipzig.com
Biblical Tours c/o Biblische Reisen GmbH
Silberbugstr. 121
70176 Stuttgart, Germany
+49 711 6192527
[email protected]
www.biblical-tours.com
Terra Lu Travel & Consult GmbH
Pfarrstrasse 20
34576 Homberg, Germany
+49 5681 848881
[email protected]
www.luther.travel
Christian Tours Europe
Juedenstrasse 8
06886 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Germany
+49 3491 5079550
[email protected]
www.christiantourseurope.com
Travel Butler©
Karolinenstr. 49
99817 Eisenach
+49 3691 8867277
[email protected]
www.wandern-in-thueringen.info
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Need a helping Hand?
We would be delighted to assist you in planning your special trip to LutherCountry!
Northern LutherCountrySouthern LutherCountry
Investment and Marketing Corporation Saxony-Anhalt
Thuringia Tourist Board
Am Alten Theater 6
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1
39104 Magdeburg, Germany
99084 Erfurt, Germany
+49 391 568 99 80
+49 361 37420
[email protected]
[email protected]
www.visit-luther.de
www.visit-thuringia.com
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Olbrichtstr. 21, 69469 Weinheim, Germany
on behalf of Thuringia Tourist Board, Willy-Brandt-Platz
1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany and Investment and Marketing
Corporation of Saxony-Anhalt, Am Alten Theater 6, 39104
Magdeburg, Germany
Text and Translation TourComm Germany GmbH & Co.
KG
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Print Mehgro Werbung GmbH
Editorial Deadline January 05, 2016
Photos courtesy of (page/source, photographer):
4 TTB, Andreas Weise • 4 TTB, Jens König • 4/8 IMG,
Klaus-Peter Voigt • 5 IMG, Jörg Gläscher • 6 IMG, Harald
Krieg • 6 Wittenberg Kultur e. V. • 6 Tourist Information
Schmalkalden, Sascha Büchner • 7 TTB, Maik Schuck • 9
weimar GmbH, Ralph Kallenbach • 10 IMG, Jürgen Blume
• 11 Stiftung Schloss Friedenstein Gotha, Lutz Ebhardt •
12 Bachhaus Eisenach • 13 Köthen Kultur und Marketing
GmbH, Christian Ratzel • 14 TTB • 15 IMG, Michael Bader
• 16 IMG, Tim Hufnagel • 17 Stiftung Luthergedenkstätten,
Hagen Immel • 18 IMG • 20/21 TTB, Joachim Negwer
Abbreviations stand for:
IMG
Investment and Marketing Corporation of
Saxony-Anhalt
TTB
Thuringia Tourist Board
Production of the brochure was subsidized by the
Thuringian Ministry for Economic Affairs, Science and
Digital Society.
Please Note All information was researched with the
greatest possible care and is based on data supplied
by service providers in Thuringia and Saxony-Anhalt.
However, the publisher assumes no liability for the
information provided.
All quotes are based on a conversion rate of 1 EUR = 1.10 USD.
Actual prices may vary upon booking depending on current exchange rates.
The overseas marketing of the Thuringia Tourist Board is supported by the European Regional Development Fund.