Best backpacking trails in Aschaffenburg

Wooded long-distance hiking trail Spessartweg 1 This hike leads through forests, past idyllic bodies of water and offers impressive views. With numerous historical sights, this trail is an interesting mix of culture and nature. Highlights: - Natural paths - Signposts to hotels, restaurants and sights - Views over the Spessart

Beautiful stretch of road near Aschaffenburg, Bavaria. The first stage of the Spessart Trail 1 begins at the Aschaffenburg Fasanerie. Following in the footsteps of princes and pilgrims, the trail leads along impressive rock formations and up to the Teufelskanzlei, which offers fantastic views over the heights of the Taunus. The route continues to the High Cross and along the ruins of Ketzelburg Castle. Via the Schmerlenbach monastery and the Unterbessenbach estate, you reach the end of the...

Varied stage of the Main Cycle Route, Bavaria/Hesse. This stage of the Main Cycle Route starts in Aschaffenburg and ends in Mainz. It is definitely worth spending some time in Aschaffenburg to see the numerous sights. After 50km, you reach Frankfurt am Main, whose striking skyline accompanies the tour for a good part of the way. You can take a short break here before continuing along the Main towards Mainz. As the route is well connected to public transport, sections can also be covered by...