Treetop walkway in the Hainich National Park in Thuringia

Nature experiences, culinary delights and insider tips – travel stories from German regions

Between forest paths and half-timbered houses: In Thuringia, we've discovered special places – from quiet hiking trails to honest café recommendations. A contribution for everyone who appreciates atmosphere, nature, and small moments of pleasure.

Campsite at the gateway to the Hainich National Park in Thuringia

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The campsite at the gateway to the Hainich is a beautiful campsite right next to the Hainich National Park.

Traditional German cuisine in the heart of Bad Langensalza in Thuringia: At the Ratswaage restaurant

Traditional German cuisine in Bad Langensalza – the Ratswaage in the city center

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Anyone who knows me knows I like to try new things – and anyone who knows me even better knows I can hardly resist burgers. That was certainly the case here at the Ratswaage restaurant in Bad Langensalza. And it was totally worth it once again!

The Japanese garden in Langensalza, Thuringia

Excursion into Japan: Japanese Garden Bad Langensalza

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We only visited this garden briefly and rather spontaneously. Here, visitors can get a small glimpse of what life in faraway Japan might look like. At €4 per person (as an after-work option), it's definitely worth it.

The Schlehenblick viewpoint is only a 20-minute walk from the "Campingplatz am Tor zum Hainich" campsite.

A little photo tip for nighttime at Hainich National Park: The Schlehenblick viewpoint

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The perfect little photo spot that you can visit even after a tiring day to take some great photos.

On the Fairy Trail and among the treetops in the Hainich National Park in Thuringia

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We've ended up in Thuringia for a long weekend. More precisely, it's our first time traveling with our new campervan, and the Hainich National Park has a campsite right next door – reason enough for us to come here. Here, we're greeted by the largest contiguous deciduous forest in Germany, which has even been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011.