Between the Thuringian Slate Mountains and the confluence of the Unstrut and Saale rivers lies the Middle Saale Valley, a region that is perfect for a relaxing break. A holiday in the Saale Valley is simply beautiful.
The Middle Saale Valley is not called Thuringia’s Tuscany for nothing. The Saale flows for about 70 kilometres through one of the most beautiful regions of Thuringia from Saalfeld to Naumburg.
This is a climatically particularly favoured area. The sun reflects on the steep valley slopes and the shell limestone stores the heat. This results in an early and mild spring, hot summers and mild winters, ideal for a holiday in the Saale Valley.
Excursion destinations in the Middle Saale Valley
In Thuringia, not far from the city of Jena, high above the small town Kahla stands the Castle Leuchtenburg. We didn’t exactly luck out wåith the weather but low hanging clouds can sometimes look quite atmospheric in pictures.
Travel information for the Middle Saale Valley
Arrival
By train
The region is easily reached via the ICE railway stations in Jena.
By car
The Saale Valley is surrounded by motorways. You can reach the region easily via the A 9, A 4 and A 71.
On the way in …
By train
The Saalbahn runs every hour with double-decker regional trains. Other regional trains run from Jena to Orlamünde and Pößneck.