The Thuringian Forest is a mountain range in the southern parts of the German state of Thuringia, running northwest to southeast. Skirting from its southerly source in foothills to a gorge on its north-west side is the Werra valley. From Wikipedia
Wintersport enthusiasts flock to Sauerland, the Harz, the Erzgebirge, and the Thuringian Forest for skiing, sledding, and snowboarding as fresh snow and open lifts create ideal conditions.