Mellrichstadt shows itself to be young, modern city in old walls and is the cultural and economic center of the scattered valley.

Characterized by the diversity of styles and eras of a over 1250 years old history there are many hidden charms to discover in Mellrichstadt: Medieval city fortification with walkable city wall, towers and gates, quiet corners, colorful hustle and bustle, narrow streets, lively squares, city park.

Mellrichstadt offers its visitors and guests a extensive offer in the areas, sports, culture and leisure. Thus, a heated indoor / outdoor pool (sports pool) with wave pool and large lawn for sunbathing, beautiful hiking trails and circular hiking trails, cycling circuits and bike trails, tennis facility with outdoor and indoor courts, gliding, skater facility, flow trail, hunting archery course are available.

Colorful and diverse is also the Culture and events calendar this active city with museums, galleries, exhibitions as well as great festivals like Mellrichstädter Leckerbissen, Erlebnisnacht, Openstage, markets, concerts, Hockese and many more.

Stores and shopping markets invite you to go shopping. Handicraft enterprises of different branches convince by their efficiency. Restaurants offer regional, but also international cuisine. The selection of accommodation ranges from BIO comfort hotels and city hotels to private rooms and cozy vacation apartments to a mobile home park close to the center.

Thanks to its central location, Mellrichstadt is an ideal starting point for walks, hikes and bike tours in the surrounding area as well as for excursions to the Rhön, the Grabfeld or the Thuringian Forest.