Autumn holidays in Gotha: Creative adventures for the whole family!

Autumn holidays in Gotha: Creative adventures for the whole family!

Autumn is a wonderful time ahead! In Gotha, too, the leaves are colorful and the air is fresh - ideal for exciting activities with the children during the autumn holidays. In the Friedenstein Castle and the surrounding museums, numerous activities await curious explorers. The events are not only educational, but also a lot of fun for all age groups.

The Autumn holidays attract children aged 7 and over and their families to the heart of Gotha. On October 7, 2025, young builders can test their creativity at the event “Gotha’s Castles in the Air and Dream Houses – Architecture with the 3D Pen”. From 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., the little artists can design their own dream house in the Friedenstein Chamber of Wonders - entry is free! Anyone who is fascinated by time travel will have the opportunity to learn more about the ancient Egyptians at the workshop “The Secret of the Mummy” in the Ducal Museum two days later, on October 9th. Here it's time to be amazed and participate!

Diverse offers for little explorers

The events are as diverse as they are exciting. On October 8th, the “Erfinderwerkstatt Gotha” offers creative development for everyone aged 11 and over. On the two days, from October 8th to 9th, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., experiments and crafts will take place. Admission is 8 euros. Families can save with certain discounts: children under 13 enjoy free entry.

Another exciting discovery awaits on October 14th and 15th with “Golden Stories”. Little stories can be told here while the children let their imaginations run wild - the entry price of 8 euros also applies to this. And for all those who want to be artistic, the “Sculptures of a City” event from October 14th to 16th in the Friedenstein Chamber of Wonders promises a creative highlight. Admission here is also free.

Prices and highlights of the museums

The visitor options in the museums are diverse. A combination ticket for Friedenstein Castle and the Ducal Museum costs 16 euros. Children under 13 have free entry everywhere. Reduced tickets are also available for schoolchildren and students, and many events even offer free entry on certain days. Such as the workshops, which are tailored to younger and older children and have different age recommendations.

There are special prices for groups of 21 people or more, which ensure good value for money. For example, you only pay 12 euros for a group ticket that includes the entire castle and museums. It is also worth mentioning that the educational institution offers interesting costs and programs for both school classes and groups. These range from museum educational support for classes to family-friendly events that appeal not only to the little ones, but also to those accompanying them.

For further information and to register for the events, it is worth taking a look at the website Friedenstein Castle Foundation, where more detailed details about the offers and prices can be found. Those who are on holiday in the Thuringian Forest can look forward to reduced entry prices and can enjoy the family trip in a relaxed way.