My first visit to this location back in the early eighties was not a holiday, although I can say it was an adventure. Back in the eighties many opined that Fulda Gap would be the initiation point for World War III. Thankfully, that never happened. I've been back recently and found some of the same things I saw back in the early eighties. However, these things are now part of the museum. A museum has been been built that does an excellent job of portraying the cold war and documenting the history of that period. A watch tower stills stands, as does a small section of border fencing and fighting positions. Weaponry from both sides is also on display along with military equipment and vehicles. It was a bit surreal, but I enjoyed my visit and found it very interesting. It is only a short drive from Thuringa and it makes for a nice morning or afternoon outing. Good journeys!