🇩🇪 Erfurt, Germany
Opera Hostel
📍 13, Walkmühlstraße, Erfurt, 99084
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Il tuo soggiorno — Opera Hostel
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La proprietà — Opera Hostel
Opera Hostel sits in a quiet corner of Erfurt’s Altstadt, inside a 19th-century townhouse with a plain stone facade and a small brass sign. The lobby is compact, with a worn wooden floor, a few sofas, and a constant hum of guests consulting a wall map of Thuringia. It’s no-frills but spotless, with private rooms and dorms, aimed squarely at budget travellers who want a clean bed and a good location rather than a hotel experience. You’ll share a bathroom and probably swap tips on which Bratwurst stand is best.
Cronache di Erfurt
Erfurt was founded in the 8th century as a trading post on the Gera river, and by the 1400s it had become a wealthy member of the Hanseatic League. Its medieval core largely survived WWII bombing, leaving a dense grid of cobbled streets, half-timbered houses, and the Krämerbrücke—a bridge lined with stone shops that is now the city’s defining landmark. Martin Luther studied at the University of Erfurt from 1501, and his presence still echoes in the Augustinian Monastery. East German rule from 1949 to 1990 gave the city a quiet, preserved feel; reunification in the 1990s brought cautious reinvestment, but Erfurt never became a tourist circus. Today it’s a relaxed, liveable city with a strong university scene and a compact, walkable centre.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Erfurt →I migliori mesi
JuneSeptemberMay
Peak / Festival Surge
July is peak, driven by summer holidays and the Erfurt DomStufen festival, a series of open-air concerts on the cathedral steps. Hotel prices rise 20–30% from June, and dorms at Opera Hostel often sell out a month ahead. The city feels full but not overwhelmed; expect queues at popular restaurants on the Petersberg.
Stagione di spalla
May and September are the shoulder months: mild weather (15–20°C), fewer tourists, and hostel dorm prices drop 15–25%. You’ll find last-minute private rooms for around €50–60, and the markets and cafes are lively without the July crush.
Meteo e imballaggio
Erfurt’s climate is continental but with wet Atlantic influences: July afternoons can hit 30°C, then drop to a sudden 12°C thunderstorm. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and layers—you’ll wear a T-shirt at noon and a sweater by 9pm.
Briefing della città — Erfurt
- The tram line on Lange Brücke has been diverted until August 2026 for track replacement; the main station to Anger route now uses buses, adding 5–10 minutes.
- The new Erfurt Food Hall on Fischmarkt opens this June, with 12 stalls serving Thuringian and international street food—good for a quick dinner before heading back to the hostel.
- Fireworks regulations for the July DomStufen festival were tightened in 2025; expect bag checks and no alcohol in the cathedral square from 6pm on concert nights.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Opera Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a lower floor, such as 1st or 2nd floor, for easier access to the lift and to avoid the stairs-only sections on upper floors.
Rooms to avoid
Upper floors, above the 3rd floor, may be best avoided due to the stairs-only sections, which could be inconvenient for guests with luggage or mobility issues.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Walkmühlstraße does not offer any notable views, given its location in a residential area.
Quietest floors
The 1st and 2nd floors are likely to be the quietest, as they are closest to the lift and have easier access to the hotel's main entrance.
🔊 Noise notes
Guests may experience some street noise from Walkmühlstraße, which is a relatively busy street in Erfurt, especially during rush hour. The hotel's on-site parking and nearby public car parks may also generate some noise.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the on-site parking and pay the €15 per night rate for convenience, rather than using the nearby public car park at €20 per day. Ask about wheelchair-accessible rooms when booking, as they are available, and ensure you receive the necessary assistance during your stay.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
strutture alberghiere — Opera Hostel
free Wi-Fi throughout, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors; historic building, some stairs-only sections on upper floors
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on all devices, no physical papers
16:00 - 00:00; early bag-drop not available; late check-out until 12:00 costs €10 extra
available 24/7; €5 per bag per day
step-free access to main entrance, wheelchair accessible rooms available; no structural limitations
on-site parking available for €15 per night; nearest public car park (Parkhaus am Bahnhof) costs €20 per day; no EV charging available
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: €10 advance deposit + €20 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Sankt Crucis (583 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Thomaskirche (609 m · ~8 min walk)
- Synagogue: Neue Synagoge (639 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Christuskirche (SELK) (717 m · ~9 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Forum 1 — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Parkanlage an der Pförtchenstraße — 361 m · ~5 min walk
Benary-Speicher – Druckereimuseum und Schaudepot — 510 m · ~6 min walk
Alte Oper — 367 m · ~5 min walk
Spiel- und Bolzplatz an der Thomaskirche — 642 m · ~8 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 468 m · ~6 min walk
Theater-Apotheke — 337 m · ~4 min walk
Erfurt Hauptbahnhof — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Erfurt Hauptbahnhof or airport, which charge poor rates and fees.
Cards are widely accepted in supermarkets, shops, and restaurants; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) work almost everywhere. Smaller cafes or bakeries may be cash-only, so carry some euros.
Round up the bill in restaurants (10% is generous but not expected), tip €1-2 for taxis, and small change for hotel staff.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Standing at a café counter or bakery for a filter coffee costs about €2.50–3.00.
A bakery sandwich or a döner kebab from any Imbiss will run €4–6.
A main course at a standard gaststätte or pizza place is typically €9–12.
Around the Domplatz and near the Hauptbahnhof you'll find döner, currywurst, and falafel stalls; the area near Anger has a few cheap-eat spots.
Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are the budget chains here; Rewe and Edeka are slightly pricier but still reasonable.
For affordable basics, head to the Anger shopping street (Primark, C&A) or the Thüringenpark mall.
A single tram/bus ticket costs €2.80; a day pass for the inner city is €6.10. From Erfurt Airport, take bus line 94 to the main station for €2.80.
Buy a day pass if making more than two journeys; bring a refillable water bottle (tap water is safe); eat the lunchtime menu ('Tageskarte') at restaurants for €2–3 less than dinner prices.
Buono da sapere — Erfurt
Type C/F · 230V
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$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
ErfurtFor emergencies in Erfurt, Germany, dial 112 for ambulance and fire, or 110 for police. The 112 number also works across the EU for any emergency. For non-urgent medical help, call 116117.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Erfurt, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Opera Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 468 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Theater-Apotheke — 337 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
Find train tickets →Erfurt Hauptbahnhof → Zur Guten Quelle (via Anger)
💡 Buy a day ticket (7.50 EUR) if arriving after 10am — covers all trams, buses and trains inside the city zone until 3am next day.
Erfurt Hauptbahnhof → Melchendorf stop (Melchendorfer Str.)
💡 Get off at Melchendorf, not Melchendorf West. The Gasthaus is a 3-minute walk south from the stop. Validate your ticket in the machine on board.
Erfurt Hauptbahnhof → Melchendorf stop (Werner-Seelenbinder-Straße)
💡 Bus 51 runs later than the tram on weeknights. Check the EVAG app for real-time delays – Sunday service is thinner.
Erfurt Airport (ERF) → Zur Guten Quelle
💡 Book ahead with Taxi Erfurt (+49 361 65555) to avoid wait — airport rank can be sparse late evening.
Erfurt-Weimar Airport (ERF) → Gasthaus zu Melchendorf (Melchendorfer Str.)
💡 Book ahead on +49 361 654 654 for airport runs – they'll find you at arrivals. Late-night surcharge of 2 EUR after 22:00.
Erfurt Airport (ERF) → Erfurt Hauptbahnhof
💡 Bus 99 runs straight to Hbf — from there take tram 1 or 2 to Anger station (2 stops).
Erfurt-Weimar Airport (ERF) → Erfurt Hauptbahnhof (central station)
💡 Buy a ticket from the machine outside arrivals – the driver won't sell one. Valid for all buses and trams in central Erfurt for 90 minutes.
Erfurt Hauptbahnhof → Zur Guten Quelle (walk 8 mins from Anger station)
💡 Get off at Anger tram stop, not the main Hbf — halves your walk.
Anger (city centre stop) → Domplatz (10-min walk to hotel)
💡 Validate your ticket in the small machine on the platform before boarding. The hotel is a short stroll from Domplatz; use Google Maps to navigate the alleyways.
Erfurt Hauptbahnhof → Haus Maximilian, Krämerbrücke area
💡 Buy a day ticket (€6.50) if you'll use trams more than twice. From Domplatz, walk 5 mins through the old town – cobblestones, so pack flat shoes.
Erfurt-Weimar Airport (ERF) → Haus Maximilian, Erfurt
💡 Pre-book through the airport’s taxi stand or via the mytaxi app to avoid waiting. Cash only in most cabs.
Erfurt-Weimar Airport (ERF) → Haus Maximilian (step: walk 600m from Anger stop)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the driver; exact change helps. For late arrivals, check the last bus time online as schedules thin after 21:00.
Informazioni su Erfurt
Wikipedia ↗
Erfurt (German pronunciation: [ˈɛʁfʊʁt] ) is the capital and largest city of the Central German state of Thuringia, with a population of around 216,000. It lies in the wide valley of the River Gera, in the southern part of the Thuringian Basin, north of the Thuringian Forest, and in the middle of a ...
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Opera Hostel?
Request a room on a lower floor, such as 1st or 2nd floor, for easier access to the lift and to avoid the stairs-only sections on upper floors.
Which rooms should I avoid at Opera Hostel?
Upper floors, above the 3rd floor, may be best avoided due to the stairs-only sections, which could be inconvenient for guests with luggage or mobility issues.
Is Opera Hostel noisy?
Guests may experience some street noise from Walkmühlstraße, which is a relatively busy street in Erfurt, especially during rush hour. The hotel's on-site parking and nearby public car parks may also generate some noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Opera Hostel?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Walkmühlstraße does not offer any notable views, given its location in a residential area.
What are insider tips for staying at Opera Hostel?
Take advantage of the on-site parking and pay the €15 per night rate for convenience, rather than using the nearby public car park at €20 per day. Ask about wheelchair-accessible rooms when booking, as they are available, and ensure you receive the necessary assistance during your stay.
What time is check-in at Opera Hostel?
Check-in at Opera Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Opera Hostel have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi throughout, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Opera Hostel?
€1.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Opera Hostel?
A bakery sandwich or a döner kebab from any Imbiss will run €4–6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Opera Hostel?
A single tram/bus ticket costs €2.80; a day pass for the inner city is €6.10. From Erfurt Airport, take bus line 94 to the main station for €2.80.
When is the best time to visit Erfurt?
JuneSeptemberMay
Principali attrazioni a Erfurt
💡 Go early on a weekday to avoid tourist crowds—the bridge feels magical with fewer people.
💡 Visit at noon to hear the carillon bells play; avoid Sunday mornings if crowds bother you.
💡 Go early (before 10am) to see the bridge without tourists in your photos.
💡 Visit at 12pm to hear the Gloriosa bell ring—a deep, resonant sound that carries across the city.
💡 The courtyard is a quiet spot for a picnic – grab a sandwich from the nearby bakery.
💡 Climb the tower for a panorama of Erfurt – it’s a steep but quick climb, no fee.
💡 Combine with a walk through the adjacent Anger park; the museum’s audio guide is worth the €2 rental.
💡 Bring a picnic and sit on the southern ramparts at sunset—you’ll see the cathedral spires lit up.