One day in Gera 🇩🇪 GERMANY

One day in Gera! 🇩🇪

Gera is a city in the German state of Thuringia. With around 93,000 inhabitants, it is the third-largest city in Thuringia after Erfurt and Jena as well as the easternmost city of the Thüringer Städtekette, an almost straight string of cities consisting of the six largest Thuringian cities from Eisenach in the west, via Gotha, Erfurt, Weimar and Jena to Gera in the east. Gera is the largest city in the Vogtland, and one of its historical capitals along with Plauen, Greiz and Weida. The city lies in the East Thuringian Hill Country, in the wide valley of the White Elster, between Greiz (upstream) and Leipzig (downstream).

What to see in one day in Gera?

•The Gera Theater is part of the Altenburg Gera Theater and is Thuringia's only five-part theater. The main venue and one of three theater buildings in this city is the Great House. It has a theater hall with 552 seats, a concert hall with 812 seats and a small venue, the “Bühne am Park”, with 141 seats. The management consists of Kay Kuntze (general director, artistic director and opera director since 2011) and Volker Arnold (commercial director since 2015).

•The Orangery is a baroque building in Gera. It forms the western end of the kitchen garden in the Untermhaus district. Since 1972 it has housed the Gera art collection, the foundation of which it forms. The Otto Dix House has also been used as a second exhibition building since 1991.

•St. Mary's Church in Gera, Germany, is a significant historical and architectural site. Dating back to the Middle Ages, it has undergone various renovations over the centuries, featuring both Gothic and Baroque elements. Besides being a place of worship, it is a cultural landmark in the city, hosting concerts, events, and exhibitions. The interior is richly decorated with altars, statues, and artistic stained glass windows, enhancing its historical and artistic value.

•Marktplatz in Gera, Germany, is the central town square and a historical hub. Surrounded by notable buildings like the Renaissance-style City Hall, it hosts markets, festivals, and cultural events. Key landmarks include the Simson Fountain. This vibrant square is a focal point for both locals and visitors.

•The Rathaus (City Hall) in Gera, Germany, is a Renaissance-style building located at Marktplatz. Built in the late 16th century, it is a key historical and architectural landmark of the city.

•St. Salvator Church in Gera, Germany, is a significant baroque church. Built between 1717 and 1720, it stands out for its impressive architecture and historical importance. The church is noted for its richly decorated interior, including a beautiful altar and organ. It remains an active place of worship and a key cultural landmark in Gera.

•The City Museum in Gera, Germany, is a cultural institution that showcases the city's rich history and heritage. It features diverse exhibits, including local history, art, and cultural artifacts, housed in a historic building.

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