Your hotel in Oberhof – a day’s holiday in bad weather
What else you can do here at the Hotel Thüringenschanze – apart from sleeping in late. Our tips:
Plan a day’s holiday at the Hotel Oberhof. What if the weather is bad? What can you do in Oberhof and the holiday region in bad weather? We have put together a few tips for your holiday at our hotel in Oberhof.
First of all: there is no such thing as bad weather. You are on holiday in the low mountain range. On the ridge of the Thuringian Forest, the wind can blow stronger here and there. Clouds quickly gather on the mountain slopes and it sometimes rains. Conversely, it is often nice weather up here on the mountain and fog hangs down in the valley.
You should always plan sturdy footwear and waterproof clothing for your holiday at the Hotel Oberhof . Even in summer, the evenings can be chilly. In the forests you are usually sheltered from the wind, but the wind can blow strongly in clearings and outside the forest. If you have already arrived at the hotel in Oberhof, there are three sports shops in Oberhof . They specialise in outdoor sports and you can buy weatherproof equipment at short notice. You can buy rain ponchos at the Oberhof Information Centre, which are also a good piece of equipment in bad weather.
What to do at the hotel in Oberhof in bad weather?
Even if the weather is not always sunny, this does not detract from your holiday in Oberhof. You can park your car at the hotel directly behind the house, the distances are short. A rainy day can also have its charm at the hotel. Get a good night’s sleep in peace and quiet. Our rich breakfast buffet is available until 11:00 in the morning. The hotel beds are large and comfortable, so that a lazy day on holiday can also be on the agenda. The small relaxation oasis with sauna and quiet zone also offers a change of pace and provides relaxation after a hike or a day out in the Thuringian Forest.
Avoid the forest during storms
If the day is particularly stormy, it is better to avoid the forest. Falling branches and toppling trees are not uncommon and can jeopardise your safety. If the storm is still bearable and it is not raining cats and dogs, take a tour of Oberhof. In many places you will discover interesting information about the history of the houses and places where the signs for the historical city tour are located. Examples include the pharmacy in Zellaer Straße, the Duke Ernst monument and many more. You will also find evidence of Oberhof’s eventful history on the large wall in the Kurpark, right next to the Haus des Gastes.
Worth seeing. Hotel Oberhof in bad weather
Are you planning a holiday at the Hotel Oberhof and the weather is bad? Peace, relaxation, slowing down – that’s possible whatever the weather. Oberhof in the Thuringian Forest is a paradise for active holidaymakers. You can still organise a varied holiday whatever the weather. The horse-drawn carriage tours on offer are usually also possible in bad weather. The coachmen are prepared for all weathers. The covered wagons are protected from the weather and if it is colder, every guest even receives a warm blanket. In Oberhof, you can also spend a day of your holiday indoors
H2Oberhof wellness spa | Hotel Oberhof bad weather programme
The H2Oberhof wellness pool is of course the first place to spend a day on holiday at the Hotel Oberhof in bad weather. From the Hotel Thüringenschanze, you can reach the wellness centre in just a few minutes, right next to the Oberhof spa gardens. Free parking spaces are available for guests at the wellness centre. In the spa you will find a bathing area with various pools, including whirlpools and a small lagoon. The outdoor pool is also heated. Guests can find perfect relaxation in one of the eight different saunas at the H2Oberhof wellness centre. The romantic quiet zone offers you the opportunity to relax between sauna sessions.
Exotarium Oberhof | Hotel Oberhof Leisure in bad weather
No need to wait for bad weather. Are you staying at the Hotel Oberhof? The Exotarium is always worth a visit. Lizards, scorpions and snakes or tarantulas.
Marvel at these illustrious creatures up close. You certainly don’t see a skinned spider skin or the empty shell of a scopion that has become too big for its shell every day. The Exotarium is located in the centre of Oberhof, opposite the Haus des Gastes. Within walking distance of the hotel.
Glasstube Oberhof | in the direct neighbourhood of Hotel Thüringenschanze
The Glasstube Oberhof is a popular excursion destination in the immediate neighbourhood of our hotel.
Even from a distance, you can see many a gem glistening in the distance. Christmas tree decorations and Christmas decorations – all year round. In the Glasstube Oberhof, the glassblower works right in front of the guests. Watch how the small, delicate works of art are created. From window decorations to cute little glass figurines, fly traps to enchanting glass vases – you are sure to find what you are looking for in the Glasstube.
Active programme. Hotel Oberhof in bad weather
Oberhof’s main attraction is certainly the famous sports facilities. You should visit them whatever the weather during your holiday at the hotel in Oberhof. Oberhof is home to the biathlon stadium, the cross-country ski hall, the luge and bobsleigh track, the ski jumps and a competitive sports centre. The sports facilities will be extensively renovated and expanded in time for the 2023 double world championships. The ski jumping facilities have already been rebuilt or modernised.
With the guest card, holidaymakers in Oberhof have the opportunity to travel free of charge on the city bus. This means that guests can also explore the sports facilities “hop on hop off” by bus. Cross-country skiing, for example, doesn’t know bad weather in Oberhof. The LOTTO-Thüringen-Skihalle is a paradise for cross-country skiers, with snow almost 365 days a year and a constant temperature of -4 °C. Especially in bad holiday weather, you are completely independent of the weather here. You can always find the current opening times of the Oberhof indoor ski centre here.
Relax and unwind at the Hotel Oberhof and really let off steam in the ski hall. Then it’s off to the warming sauna in the hotel.
Discover the Oberhof holiday region in bad weather
If you are staying at a hotel in Oberhof and the weather is bad, this holiday can also be a cultural gift. Perhaps travel along the Rennsteig towards Lauscha. The cradle of glass Christmas tree decorations in the south of the Thuringian Forest will make your eyes sparkle in Christmas splendour all year round. If you are staying at the Hotel Oberhof with children, we recommend a trip to the Zella-Mehlis marine aquarium and the Explorata hands-on world. Leisure activities that provide variety whatever the weather. In nearby Suhl, the lovingly designed vehicle museum or the weapons museum invite you on an excursion into the past.
Do you love culture? Then we recommend a trip to the theatre town of Meiningen. A perfect balance to nature from your hotel in Oberhof. Elisabethenburg Castle and its museums invite you to explore. You should also plan a visit to the Meiningen museums whatever the weather. Last but not least, you should visit Schmalkalden Castle and the VIBA Nougat World. Sweet and enchanting. Schmalkalden is definitely worth a visit. These are just a few tips for your holiday at the hotel in Oberhof. It doesn’t really matter, you are sure to find what you are looking for whether the weather is good or bad. Enjoy your holiday in the Thuringian Forest.
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