State of Thuringia, Germany

Location of state of Thuringia on a map

Thuringia is a state found in the nation of Germany. Home to 2,188,589 people, it is the 12th largest division in Germany in terms of population.

Thuringia gained its current status as a state in the year 1990. The government of Thuringia is lead by Bodo Ramelow and is based in the state capital of Erfurt (Population: 203,254).

The most populous cities in Thuringia are: Erfurt (Population: 203,254), Jena (Population: 104,712), Gera (Population: 104,659), Weimar (Population: 64,727).

Thuringia State - Quick Facts

Country Germany
Region Type State
ISO Code DE_TH
Time Zone CEST
Year of Establishment 1990
Capital Erfurt (Population: 203,254)
Head of Government Bodo Ramelow
Total Population 2,188,589
Total Area 16,172 sq km (6,244 sq miles)
Population Density 135.3 sq km (350.5 sq miles)