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    Our top choices for Ilmenau apartments

    1. Apartment 'Happy Place' with Balcony and Wi-Fi

    A modern kitchen with a flat-screen TV, wooden wall paneling, and a black chair.

    2. Apartment 'Will' with Private Terrace and Wi-Fi

    A house with a white exterior, a grey roof, and a white door with a glass panel.

    3. Apartment 'Thüringer Wald' with Wi-Fi

    A room with a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, a potted plant, and a wooden door.

    4. Apartment 'Auszeit im Grünen' with Mountain View, Shared Garden and Wi-Fi

    A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a wardrobe, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

    5. Apartment 'Fritsch' with Shared Terrace and Wi-Fi

    A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a small island with a coffee maker.

    6. Panoramablick Nahe Oberhof

    A living room with a grey sofa, a yellow sofa, a white coffee table, and a TV on a stand.

    7. Apartment “John” with Private Garden

    A staircase with a forest mural on the wall, a light fixture above, and a wooden door to the right.

    8. Horstis Apartment – Reni

    A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

    9. Apartment 'Plaue' with Wi-Fi

    A window with a white curtain, a wooden cutting board with text, and a basket of fruit on a table.

    10. Holiday Apartment "Kleinbreitenbach" with Private Garden, Balcony & Wi-Fi

    A balcony with a table, chairs, and a potted plant.

    11. Holiday Apartment 'Kleinbreitenbach 2' with Mountain View and Wi-Fi

    A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a skylight, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

    12. Apartment "Burgblick" with Mountain View, Shared Terrace & Wi-Fi

    A patio with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of houses.

    13. Apartment 'Tannenblick 2-1' with Shared Garden, Balcony and Wi-Fi

    A room with a sliding wardrobe, a glass door, and a view of a garden.

    14. Apartment 'Ferienwohnung Arnstadt Ost' with Private Terrace and Wi-Fi

    A room with a grey carpet, a grey sofa, a decorative wall piece, a tall vase with pampas grass, and a mirror on the wall.

    15. Apartment 'Quido 1' with Wi-Fi

    A two-story building with a red-tiled roof, a balcony, and a stone fence.

    16. Ferienwohnung 'Fewo Quido 2' mit WLAN

    A two-story building with a red-tiled roof, a balcony, and a stone fence.

    17. Apartment 'Ferienwohnung Waldblick' with Wi-Fi

    A multi-story building with a flat roof and large windows, surrounded by snow-covered trees.

    18. Apartment for young and old alike.

    A wooden post with a carved letter 'R' indicating a parking area in a forested area.

    19. Apartment 'Für 2 Personen 55 M²' with Mountain View, Shared Terrace and Wi-Fi

    A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a wine bottle.

    20. Villa Marlitt: a rural setting just a 5-minute walk from the Old Town

    A large, historic building with a prominent entrance and a balcony.

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    Learn more about Ilmenau

    Goethe's beloved hiking trails wind through this charming university town where his writing hut still welcomes literary pilgrims. Take the funicular up to Kickelhahn mountain for panoramic views, then explore GoetheStadtMuseum to understand why the poet called Ilmenau 'home.'

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What's it like to stay at an apartment in Ilmenau?

    There are 45 apartments to choose from in Ilmenau for your vacation.

    Why should you consider an apartment versus a traditional hotel?

    An apartment is often more spacious than a traditional hotel room and includes a kitchen, so you can have some home-cooked meals. Apartments are ideal for families who want the conveniences of home, and also for couples who want to stay in a quieter area.

    What's the top apartment for a stay in Ilmenau?

    Listed below are some of the top apartments in the area to choose from: Relax in Erfurt - Welcome to the Poldi vacation apartment!: It's situated in Erfurt, 21.4 mi/34.5 km away. Includes free WiFi, private patios, and Smart TVs. Limehome Erfurt Maximilian-Welsch-Str.: 20.5 mi/33 km away in Erfurt. Amenities include Smart TVs. Elbsandstein Apartment Altstadt: It's located in Erfurt, 21 mi/33.7 km from Ilmenau. Includes free WiFi.

    How many apartments will I find in Ilmenau?

    Expedia has 45 apartments to book in Ilmenau.

    What can I expect from the weather when I travel to Ilmenau?

    Though weather is just one factor, it can really affect your travel plans, especially if you're planning an extended stay in Ilmenau. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 59°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 32°F. Average annual precipitation for Ilmenau is 35 inches.

    What should I see in Ilmenau?

    Thuringian Forest and Thuringian Forest Nature Park are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. In the larger area, you’ll find GoetheStadtmuseum Ilmenau and H2Oberhof Wellnessbad.

    What's the best way to get to and around Ilmenau?

    Knowing a bit about the transportation options can you save you a headache when you get to your destination. Fly into Erfurt (ERF), which is located 20.1 mi (32.4 km) from the city center. If you want to journey outside of the area, ride aboard a train from Ilmenau Station, Ilmenau-Pörlitzer Höhe Station, or Ilmenau Bad Station.