🇩🇪 Gera, Germany
Schimmel
📍 Ronneburger Str. 16, 07546 Gera, Germany
당신의 머물기 — Schimmel
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부동산 — Schimmel
Schimmel is a practical, no-fuss 3-star in Gera's city centre, occupying a GDR-era building that's been kept clean and functional rather than fashionable. The lobby feels like a well-run municipal building: tiled floor, a small reception desk, a noticeboard with local bus timetables. It suits budget-conscious travellers or workers passing through who need a reliable bed and a decent breakfast near the main station. Don't expect character, but do expect fair value and a front desk that speaks English and helps with timetables.
Gera 연대기
Gera was founded as a medieval trade settlement on the White Elster river and later became a major manufacturing hub for textiles and machinery. Its architectural stock is decisively 19th-century Gründerzeit, but the city suffered heavy bombing in April 1945, flattening much of the old centre. Post-war reconstruction leaned on prefabricated Plattenbau, giving Gera a stark, functionalist character that still defines its skyline. Today it is best known as the birthplace of Otto Dix and for its quiet contemporary identity as a student and transport crossroads in eastern Thuringia.
방문하기 가장 좋은 시간
Gera 완전 가이드 →최고의 달
May, June and September: warm but not oppressive, gardens in bloom, fewer tourists than peak summer, and all outdoor attractions open.
Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리
July and August see peak visitor numbers thanks to school holidays and the city's summer street festival (Stadtfest) in late June/early July. Hotel prices rise 20-30% above shoulder levels; book Schimmel well ahead if staying then.
Budget Shoulder 시즌
April and October offer milder weather but significant discounts (often 15-25% off summer rates). Crowds are thin, making sightseeing relaxed.
날씨 & 포장
Gera sits in a rain-shadow microclimate, but June afternoons can still bring sudden, heavy downpours. Pack a light waterproof jacket and comfortable walking shoes as a baseline, no matter the forecast.
City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Gera
- The Gera Hauptbahnhof renovation project, which started in 2024, continues into 2026: expect temporary platform closures and minor train schedule adjustments through the summer.
- A new riverside cafe called 'Elsterblick' opened in May 2026 on the White Elster greenway, offering a good spot for a quiet coffee before heading to the Otto Dix Haus.
- Gera's Stadtfest runs from 26 to 28 June this year — expect crowds, street stalls, and amplified music near the theatre square, but also a lively atmosphere that many visitors enjoy but some prefer to avoid for a quiet stay.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Schimmel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the ground floor (Room 101) for easy access and wheelchair accessibility. Given the hotel's location on Ronneburger Str., rooms on the higher floors may experience some street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the top floor as the elevator only serves all three floors and stopping at every floor can cause delays and noise. Additionally, if you're sensitive to street noise, consider avoiding rooms on the second floor as they may receive more noise from the street.
Best views
Unfortunately, there's no information on specific views available at this hotel. However, rooms on the ground floor might offer a view of the surrounding streets.
Quietest floors
Ground floor
🔊 Noise notes
Be aware that the hotel is located on a street with moderate traffic. You may hear some noise from the street, especially on the second floor.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the on-site parking for €8 per night, which is more convenient than using the public car park at €2 per hour or €12 per day. If you're an electric vehicle owner, use the two on-site Type 2 EV charging points for €5 per charge, which is more affordable than other nearby options.
- 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
호텔 시설 — Schimmel
Free WiFi for all guests; typical speed around 25 Mbps download. No login – open network per room.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to Die Zeit and local Osterland newspaper via QR code in lobby. No physical papers. The building is a renovated 19th-century townhouse with original wooden staircase in the rear wing.
Standard check-in from 14:00 (weekdays) or 15:00 (weekends). Early bag-drop available from 08:00. Late check-out until 12:00 (weekdays) or 13:00 (weekends) for €15, after that charged as half a night up to 18:00.
Free of charge at reception during your stay; available after check-out until 20:00.
Step-free access via ramp at side entrance (main entrance has one step). Wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor (Room 101). No lift to basement breakfast room, but stairs alternative available.
On-site parking €8 per night (unreserved, 12 spaces). Nearest public car park: Parkhaus Markt (Am Markt 1) €2 per hour / €12 per day. Two Type 2 EV charging points (11 kW) in on-site lot, €5 per charge.
수수료, 세금 & 예금
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night (mandatory tourist tax, collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of 50% of total stay required at booking; a €50 incidentals hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary 근처 오락거리
- Church: St. Peter (225 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Katholisch-Apostolische Gemeinde Gera (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)
- Church: Neuapostolische Kirche (2.0 km · ~24 min walk)
지역 라이프 스타일 & 레크리에이션
Birkenwäldchen — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Schulmuseum — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Hugo by Klaus — 2.5 km · ~32 min walk
Altenburger Straße — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5분 라디오 필수
Gera Hauptbahnhof — 3.2 km · ~40 min walk
돈 & 통화
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs at local banks like Sparkasse or Volksbank for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Leipzig/Halle Airport or main train stations, which often have poor rates and high fees.
Contactless debit/credit cards widely accepted in supermarkets, chain stores and restaurants; small bakeries, market stalls and some taxis still prefer cash or charge a minimum for card use.
Round up the bill or leave 5-10% for good service in restaurants; taxis round up to the nearest €1-2; hotel staff aren't routinely tipped but a €1-2 per bag is fine for porters.
식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a bakery or chain café costs around €1.80-2.50.
A bakery sandwich or a currywurst with bread from a street stall, about €4-6.
A main course at a simple German pub or pizzeria, €9-13.
Occasional food trucks or sausage stands near the Marktplatz and around the main train station; no dedicated street-food market, but the weekly farmer's market has a few cheap hot options.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto and Penny are the main discount supermarkets in this area.
High-street chains like C&A, H&M and Tk Maxx at the Gera Arcaden shopping centre; also local second-hand shops in the city centre.
A single bus/tram ticket is €2.20; a day pass for the city zone costs around €5.50. To reach Gera from Leipzig/Halle Airport, take a regional train (€20-25 one-way) rather than the more expensive direct shuttle.
Buy a Gera-Card for unlimited local transport and museum discounts; always carry cash as some smaller shops and cafés don't take cards; eat the daily special (Tagesgericht) at lunchtime for a full meal under €8.
아는 것이 좋다 — Gera
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Gera, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Schimmel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →주위를 둘러보는
Find train tickets →Gera Hauptbahnhof → Gera-Zentrum
💡 This is handy only if you're heading to the city centre; for Trebnitzer Hof, take the bus instead.
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) → Hotel Schimmel, Gera
💡 Prebook with Taxi Gera to avoid surge pricing; airport kiosk taxis cost about €20-30 more.
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) → Gera Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy a Sachsen-Anhalt ticket (€24 for one person) if you're travelling after 9am – it covers the whole journey and local buses in Gera.
Gera Hauptbahnhof → Hotel Schimmel (Schimmelstraße stop)
💡 Validate your ticket at the machine inside the bus. The stop is two blocks from the hotel; if you've got heavy luggage, it's easier to walk the 10 minutes.
Gera Hauptbahnhof → Heinrichstraße (nearest stop to Hotel Schimmel)
💡 Trams run slightly more reliably than buses. Get off at Heinrichstraße, then it's a 3-minute walk. Avoid the 20:30 one – it often gets swapped for a bus due to maintenance.
Gera Hauptbahnhof → Gaststätte und Pension Kutschbach (Haltestelle: Gera-Debschwitz, Dorfplatz)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the driver (cash only) or use the 'GVB' app for contactless payment. Get off at Debschwitz, Dorfplatz; the guesthouse is a 4-minute walk east.
Gera Hauptbahnhof → Gera, Heinrichstraße (closest tram stop)
💡 Use tram line 1 toward Bieblach; exit at Heinrichstraße, then walk 10 minutes along Heinrichstraße towards Debschwitz. Cheaper than bus if you have a day pass (€5.50).
Gera Hauptbahnhof → Trebnitz (Pension Trebnitzer Hof)
💡 Alight at 'Trebnitz-Mitte' stop – it's a 2-minute walk. Validate your ticket on the platform before boarding or you'll pay a €60 fine.
Gera Hauptbahnhof → Pension Patzelt (stop: Saalfelder Straße)
💡 Bus 1 runs directly; buy a single ticket from the driver (exact change handy) or use the GVB app. Pension Patzelt is a 3-min walk from the stop.
Gera Hauptbahnhof → Pension Patzelt (stop: Heinrichstraße)
💡 Tram 3 drops you at Heinrichstraße, a 5-min walk. Use a day ticket (€6) if you plan more than two rides—valid on buses and trams city-wide.
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) train station → Gera Hauptbahnhof
💡 Change at Leipzig Hbf for RE1 or RB22. Buy a 'Quer-durchs-Land-Ticket' (€44 for one person) if you're doing multiple regional trips that day.
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) via Leipzig Hbf → Gera Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy a Sachsen-Anhalt-Ticket or Thüringen-Ticket (€24–€29) for unlimited regional travel. Connect at Leipzig Hbf; the S5X S-Bahn runs directly to the airport terminal.
자주 묻는 질문
What are the best rooms at Schimmel?
Request a room on the ground floor (Room 101) for easy access and wheelchair accessibility. Given the hotel's location on Ronneburger Str., rooms on the higher floors may experience some street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Schimmel?
Avoid rooms on the top floor as the elevator only serves all three floors and stopping at every floor can cause delays and noise. Additionally, if you're sensitive to street noise, consider avoiding rooms on the second floor as they may receive more noise from the street.
Is Schimmel noisy?
Be aware that the hotel is located on a street with moderate traffic. You may hear some noise from the street, especially on the second floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Schimmel?
Unfortunately, there's no information on specific views available at this hotel. However, rooms on the ground floor might offer a view of the surrounding streets.
What are insider tips for staying at Schimmel?
Take advantage of the on-site parking for €8 per night, which is more convenient than using the public car park at €2 per hour or €12 per day. If you're an electric vehicle owner, use the two on-site Type 2 EV charging points for €5 per charge, which is more affordable than other nearby options.
What time is check-in at Schimmel?
Check-in at Schimmel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Schimmel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests; typical speed around 25 Mbps download. No login – open network per room.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Schimmel?
€3.50 per person per night (mandatory tourist tax, collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Schimmel?
A bakery sandwich or a currywurst with bread from a street stall, about €4-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Schimmel?
A single bus/tram ticket is €2.20; a day pass for the city zone costs around €5.50. To reach Gera from Leipzig/Halle Airport, take a regional train (€20-25 one-way) rather than the more expensive direct shuttle.
When is the best time to visit Gera?
May, June and September: warm but not oppressive, gardens in bloom, fewer tourists than peak summer, and all outdoor attractions open.
Gera 주요 관광지
💡 The top floor has an old chemist's shop with actual 19th-century jars and bottles. Ask the staff to point it out. Quietest on Tuesday afternoons.
💡 Pop in during box office hours (Mon-Fri 10:00-18:00, Sat 10:00-14:00) for a free self-guided look at the ornate ceiling. Terrace open for drinking water refill in summer.
💡 Bring your own coffee. The park has no café, but there's a kiosk in the adjacent market square on Saturday mornings.
💡 Check the Gera events calendar online for free concerts or art pop-ups there. The building's interior is only open during events, but the gardens alone are worth 15 minutes.
💡 First Wednesday of each month is free for all. Check the temporary exhibitions in the basement—they change regularly and often feature local artists.
💡 Best visited late afternoon in summer when the sun hits the rose garden. The café near the pond has reasonable coffee and cake.
💡 The gardens are free year-round. Visit during spring or summer when the flower beds are in bloom.
💡 Check their website for free entry days—usually the first Wednesday of each month. The café serves strong filter coffee at student prices.