Lauscha: Hotels and Accommodation
Accommodation in Lauscha
Lauscha lies between the mountains of the Thuringian Slate Mountains in the southern Thuringian Forest. Gentle hills and an appealing natural landscape characterize the surrounding area. The Rennsteig passes through Lauscha’s district of Ernstthal; there, well-developed hiking trails provide access to hiking in the surrounding uplands.
The Glassblowers' Trail runs for approximately 22 kilometers from Lauscha to Sonneberg and connects the glassmaking heritage with the surrounding woodland landscape. Bornhügel is located nearby. The surrounding area of Lauscha also includes Buhler and Loosbrand. Further afield in the region are Ersteberg, Neuhaus Castle, and Lauterburg Castle Ruins.
If you would like to find a hotel for your stay in Lauscha, this destination can therefore form part of your personal travel planning.
Culture
In Lauscha’s workshops and visitor glassworks, you can watch glassblowers at work and take part in hands-on glassblowing activities, such as making a glass ornament or a glass bead. The Lauscha Museum of Glass Art presents the history of the local glass industry and works by Thuringian glass artists.
The Lauscha glassblowing tradition dates back to the founding of a village glassworks in 1597. The town is associated with the origins of glass Christmas tree decorations; in 2021, the production of these decorations was added to Germany’s Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Sonneberg Castle is located in the surrounding area. Further afield in the region around Lauscha are the European Museum of Modern Glass, Neuhaus Castle, and Lauterburg Castle Ruins.
Geographical Location
Lauscha has a railway station with train connections, as well as a regular bus service to neighboring towns.
For the higher-level travel overview: Sonneberg District.
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