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Meiningen, Germany is gearing up for an exciting season of tours and experiences, with the Tourist Information expanding its offerings. Here's a rundown of the upcoming events:
Cycling Tours
For those who love to pedal, the Schillertour bike tour is a must. Led by city ambassador Sebastian Ehrlein, this 28 km tour with 310 meters of elevation gain takes place on August 7, 2025, with a meeting point at 6 PM at the Tourist Information. Another cycling option is the Meiningen Hut Tour, covering approximately 20 km with 330 meters of elevation gain. This tour takes place on August 28, 2025, with a meeting point at 6 PM at EVG Meiningen. Both cycling tours cost 9 euros per person.
Walking Tours
If you prefer to explore on foot, the regular public city tour is a great choice. This 1.5-hour tour costs 8 euros per person and takes place three times a week: Saturdays at 10 AM and 2 PM, and Mondays at 2 PM. For a more in-depth look at Meiningen's hidden gems, join the "Hidden Treasures in the English Garden" tour, taking place on August 8, 2025, with a meeting point at 3 PM, and again on August 23, 2025, with a meeting point at 2 PM, both at the Tourist Information.
Special Tours
Several special tours are on the agenda, including the "Meiningen - City on the Werra" special tour on September 21, 2025, to celebrate the International Day of Rivers. This tour has a meeting point at 2 PM at the Tourist Information. Another special event is the "Enjoy Meiningen with all your senses" wine hike tour on September 20, 2025, with a meeting point at 11 AM at the Tourist Information.
Cemetery Tour
For those interested in history, a special tour of the Meiningen Park Cemetery will take place on September 28, 2025. The meeting point for this tour is at 2 PM at the main entrance of the Parkfriedhof, Berliner Straße.
Booking and Information
Online booking is now available for all tours and experiences offered by the Tourist Information in Meiningen through the city website [www.meiningen.de/buchen]. Payment for bookings can be made by credit card or PayPal. For further questions or individual group offers, contact the team at the Tourist Information at 03693-44650.
While there are no specific special tours or bike tours with detailed dates, meeting points, and costs listed for Meiningen, there are related upcoming biking and outdoor events in the region and Germany more broadly that may be of interest. These include the Lidl Deutschland Tour 2025 and the long-distance hiking trail Rennsteig in Thuringia.
For specific local bike tours in Meiningen, it may be necessary to check local tourist offices or specialized biking websites that focus on the Thuringia region. Occasional last-minute offers may also be available for direct booking.
Explore a diverse range of experiences in Meiningen, Germany, beyond the standard tours. Consider a home-and-garden lifestyle tour to gain insights into local gardening techniques and architectural designs, or perhaps a travel excursion to uncover hidden cultural riches within the city. To stay updated on these opportunities, regularly check local tourist offices or specialized websites focusing on the Thuringia region.
