Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia Travel Guide
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Guidebooks
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Fodor's See It Germany, 4th Edition
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Germany's traditional charm is most evident in the eastern states of Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, and Thuringia. Since the former communist German Democratic Republic (commonly referred to by its German acronym—DDR or its English equivalent GDR) resolutely clung to its German heritage, an unspoiled German state of mind still survives here.
Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia Hotels
Hotels in eastern Germany are up to international standards and, due to economic subsidies in the 1990s, often far outshine their West German counterparts...read more
Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia Restaurants
Enterprising young managers and chefs have established themselves in the East, so look for new, usually small, restaurants. People in the region are extremely...read more
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Things To Do in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia
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Travel Deals in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia
- $63 & Up: Astral 3-Star Hotel in Leipzig Expedia
- 3-Star Alt-Connewitz Fr $92+/Nt Hotels.com
- 3-Star Astral Fr $58+/Nt — $58 Save with Hotels.com, $38/night less
- Steigenberger Grand Handelshof in May: $232 & Up — $232 Expedia
- 4-Star Novotel Leipzig City Fr $89+/Nt — $89 Save with Hotels.com, $77/night less
Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia Experiences
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Following Martin Luther: Trace the path of the ultimate medieval rebel in Wittenberg, Eisenach, and the Wartburg and gain valuable insight into... Read more
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Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia are currently celebrating the "Luther decade," preparing to mark the Protestant Reformation's 500th anniversary in... Read more
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Begun in Weimar, the Bauhaus movement's futuristic design, "form from function" mentality, and revolutionary spirit has inspired artists worldwide... Read more
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The cuisine of the region is hearty and seasonal, and almost every town has a unique specialty unavailable outside the immediate area. Look for... Read more
News & Features
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News, Airlines
Earlier this week, Consumer Reports released their annual study of the best and worst domestic airlines.... Read more
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News, Hotels
From the steamed cider aromas that hit you in the lobby to the local ingredients served in the restaurant,... Read more
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Trip Ideas
You might not expect to find yourself amongst wine grapes a mere 75 miles outside of New York City.... Read more
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Above is a blog that I hope will be entertaining and helpful to anyone who might be interested in backpacking across the continent. This is specifically for anyone who's Read more -
The overview
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