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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.

Art, Music, and the Reformation Learn more about the famous artists who were influenced by Luther and the Reformation.

Reformation Heroes Follow in the footsteps of other great men and women whose stories are closely tied to the Reformation.

Cultural Heritage in LutherCountry Discover LutherCountry’s unforgettable cultural treasures.

Outdoor Pilgrimages Follow the “Lutherweg” and literally walk in the footsteps of Martin Luther.

Inbound Tour Operators These friendly experts will provide you with individual quotes and customized 22 itineraries. More, More, More! Conveniently access more information online at facebook.com/LutherCountry pinterest.com/LutherCountry www.visit-luther.com 3

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 4

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. 5

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 6

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. 7

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.

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 incoming@augustustours.de

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 incoming@augustustours.de

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.

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 info@reisemission-leipzig.de

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 info@biblical-tours.com

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.

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 incoming@mta-kirchner.de

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 info@luther.travel

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.

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 info@reisemission-leipzig.de

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

contact@christiantourseurope.com

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.

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 info@luther.travel

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 info@biblical-tours.com

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!

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 incoming@mta-kirchner.de

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 info@travel-butler.net

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 incoming@augustustours.de 19

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?

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 info@luther.travel

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 info@luther.travel

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 visit-luther@tourcomm-germany.com. 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 info@appina-travel.com www.appinatravel.com

Mitteldeutsche Tourismus-Agentur Im Stift 12 36251 Bad Hersfeld, Germany +49 6621 6202164 incoming@mta-kirchner.de www.mta-kirchner.de

AugustusTours e.K. Turnerweg 6 01097 Dresden, Germany +49 351 563480 incoming@augustustours.de www.augustustours.de

Reise Mission GmbH Jacobstraße 10 04105 Leipzig, Germany +49 341 3085410 info@reisemission-leipzig.de www.reisemission-leipzig.com

Biblical Tours c/o Biblische Reisen GmbH Silberbugstr. 121 70176 Stuttgart, Germany +49 711 6192527 info@biblical-tours.com www.biblical-tours.com

Terra Lu Travel & Consult GmbH Pfarrstrasse 20 34576 Homberg, Germany +49 5681 848881 info@luther.travel www.luther.travel

Christian Tours Europe Juedenstrasse 8 06886 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Germany +49 3491 5079550 contact@christiantourseurope.com www.christiantourseurope.com

Travel Butler© Karolinenstr. 49 99817 Eisenach +49 3691 8867277 info@travel-butler.net 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 LutherCountry Southern 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 tourismus@img-sachsen-anhalt.de service@thueringen-tourismus.de www.visit-luther.de www.visit-thuringia.com

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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

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