The best museums in Erfurt in September 2025

These are the top 10 best museums in Erfurt, Germany, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

For a complete overview of museums in Erfurt, their exhibitions and discount cards & passes, see our overview page with all museums in Erfurt.

Looking for the best museums in Erfurt? These are the best ones:

  1. Stadtmuseum1

    Stadtmuseum

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    The Stadtmuseum Erfurt is a museum dedicated to the history of the city of Erfurt. It is located in the Haus zum Stockfisch, a historic building in the city. The museum is an institution of the state capital Erfurt and is part of its history museums. It provides a comprehensive overview of the city's history, making it an ideal destination for those interested in learning more about Erfurt's past.
  2. Old Synagogue2

    Old Synagogue

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    The Old Synagogue in Erfurt, with its age of over 900 years, holds the distinction of being the oldest preserved synagogue in Europe. This former synagogue is a testament to the rich Jewish history of the region and offers a unique glimpse into the past. Its location in the heart of Erfurt's old town adds to its historical charm and significance.
  3. Angermuseum3

    Angermuseum

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    The Angermuseum, an art museum in Erfurt, was opened on 27 June 1886. The museum is located in a historic building that once served as Erfurt's public weighing scales, where travelling merchants would bring their goods to be weighed for the payment of the city's customs duties.
  4. Natural History Museum of Erfurt4

    Natural History Museum of Erfurt

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    The Natural History Museum of Erfurt is conveniently located in the city center of Erfurt. It is housed in a building that was once a woad warehouse. This central location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the city. The building itself, a former warehouse, adds a unique historical charm to the museum experience.
  5. Lapidarium Willrode5

    Lapidarium Willrode

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    The Lapidarium Willrode is a unique collection of historical border and boundary stones. It is situated at the Forsthaus Willrode, which is located near the Thuringian state capital, Erfurt. This collection provides a fascinating insight into the history of the region, with each stone marking the outer boundaries of historical territories.
  6. Thüringer Zoopark Erfurt6

    Thüringer Zoopark Erfurt

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    The Thüringer Zoopark Erfurt, located in the north of the city on the Roter Berg, is the largest zoological garden in Thuringia. From this location, visitors can enjoy views of newer parts of Erfurt, a city with a history spanning over 1250 years.
  7. Neue Mühle7

    Neue Mühle

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    The Neue Mühle is a technical museum located at the Schlösserbrücke in Erfurt, the capital of Thuringia. The museum is situated on a tributary of the small river Gera, which powers the mill's hydroelectric plant. This unique location not only provides a picturesque setting but also demonstrates the historical use of water power in the region.
  8. Museum für Thüringer Volkskunde8

    Museum für Thüringer Volkskunde

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    The Museum für Thüringer Volkskunde Erfurt is recognized as one of the largest folk museums in Germany. This makes it a significant destination for those interested in exploring the rich folk culture of the country.
  9. Zentrale Restaurierungswerkstätten9

    Zentrale Restaurierungswerkstätten

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  10. Deutsches Gartenbaumuseum10

    Deutsches Gartenbaumuseum

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    The Deutsches Gartenbaumuseum is situated in the historic Defensionskaserne of the Cyriaksburg Citadel, within the grounds of the Erfurt Horticultural Exhibition, Egapark. This location not only provides a rich historical backdrop for the museum but also situates it within a vibrant horticultural environment, making it an interesting destination for those interested in gardening and horticulture.

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