Weimarer Land

Weimarer Land is a rural district in Thuringia with rolling hills and valleys, with Apolda serving as its administrative center. The area comprises multiple municipalities managed through a network of administrative associations.

The district was created in 1920 following Thuringia's restructuring, when several duchies merged to form the Free State of Thuringia. This administrative reform shaped the boundaries and structures that still exist today.

Each village in the district has its own church, and these buildings shape the character of the landscape. Artists like Lyonel Feininger painted these villages repeatedly, capturing their distinctive appearance in their work.

The area is accessible from multiple directions and offers good opportunities for exploration by car or bicycle. The many villages and landscapes are easily reachable during daytime, though the rural infrastructure should be considered when planning visits.

The region lies near Weimar, creating a distinctive connection between rural farm life and German literary tradition. This proximity to a city of significant cultural importance continues to influence how the area is understood and experienced.

Location: Thuringia

Capital city: Apolda

Elevation above the sea: 263 m

Shares border with: Erfurt, Jena, Weimar, Burgenlandkreis, Saale-Holzland-Kreis, Landkreis Saalfeld-Rudolstadt, Ilm-Kreis, Sömmerda

Website: https://weimarerland.de

GPS coordinates: 51.00000,11.42000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:53