Flensburg to Erlangen train

Located close to the German-Danish border, Flensburg is a small town with a rich history and many notable cultural landmarks. The city is the home to the largest Danish community in Germany, and its beer is renowned throughout the region. Det Lille Teater, the local Danish theater, is a great spot to get a sense of the local community.

The Old Town quarter in the center of the city features many well-preserved buildings and a scenic waterfront at the tip of the Flensburg Fjord. Some buildings are centuries-old mansions and manors converted into museums, like Museumsberg Flensburg, home to an extensive art collection. Braasch Rum Factory Museum offers a slightly different perspective on Flensburg, where you can learn all about rum-making, and yes, they have rum-tastings!

Because it is one of the northernmost cities in Germany, most ground travel from Germany to Denmark, Sweden, or Norway passes through Flensburg. For example, intercity bus service with FlixBus is an affordable way to reach nearby destinations like Hamburg or Copenhagen. Train service on the Deutsche Bahn network makes further destinations accessible from Flensburg.

Erlangen is a small city in the German state of Bavaria, located just north of Nuremberg. Most of Erlangen's residents are enrolled or employed at either the Friedrich-Alexander University or the Siemens company. Visitors to Erlangen often stay near the historic core, where quaint streets lead to some of the city's most impressive buildings. These include the 18th century Palais Stutterheim, historically Erlangen's town hall and now home to the museum Kunstpalais and the city's public library. Don't forget to visit one of the oldest churches in the city, the Huguenot Church, which boasts an impressive size and architecture, and reflects the influence of Huguenots in Erlangen's history.

Erlangen also offers plenty of scenic spots for outdoor activity or relaxation. The Schlossgarten quickly fills up with sunbathing students on sunny days, and the nearby Botanical Garden includes a unique attraction in its artificial stalactite cave.

The closest airport to Erlangen is in Nuremberg, but you can easily connect to Erlangen via Deutsche Bahn or commuter S-Bahn trains. Intercity trains from Munich to Berlin often stop in Erlangen, and connections from these hubs open up the entire country and continent for exploration. Plus, several intercity bus companies, including FlixBus, offer affordable ground travel from Erlangen to destinations throughout Germany.