Research topic: Erfurt

Erfurt , city (1994 pop. 200,800), capital of Thuringia , central Germany, on the Gera River. It is an industrial and horticultural center and a rail junction. Industries include metalworking and the manufacture of electrical apparatus, shoes, and clothing. The city is also a major exporter of processed foods and seeds. Erfurt is one of the oldest cities of Germany. It was mentioned by St. Boniface in the 8th cent., and Charlemagne later made it a center for trade with the Slavs. Martin Luther studied (1501-5) at its university (opened 1392, closed 1816), and he took his vows as an Augustinian... Read more