Best long trails in Heigenbrücken
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Explore the most popular long trails near Heigenbrücken with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.6 (11)·Moderate·11.3 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic circular trail in the beautiful Jakobsthal in the Spessart. The circular trail, marked with a black fox, runs from the old railway station along the main Spessart ridge and up the Eselshöhe through the Sailaufer Forst forest to the Knöpphütte (note rest days). The trail leads back down the valley along the Lohrbach stream and past the natural swimming pool. Highlights: - marvellous view of the Spessart - Path along the Lohrbach stream - Jakobsthal mill - To the Knöpphütte
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·54.7 km·Est. 17–18.5 hrVaried long-distance hiking trail "Over hill and dale to the Main" in the Spessart, Bavaria The Spessart Trail has been recognised as a "Wanderbares Deutschland" quality trail. It leads through lush forests, along stream valleys and beautiful viewpoints and is one of the more challenging hiking trails. The stages, start and direction can be planned individually. The trail is signposted throughout and there are numerous places to stop for refreshments and overnight...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·31.2 km·Est. 8.5–9 hrThis trail travels from Heigenbrücken to Bad Orb through the heart of the Spessart Nature Park. The path follows the historic Eselsweg, an ancient route once used for transporting salt. One can stroll under the shade of massive oaks and beeches or across traditional meadow orchards. With a bit of luck, black woodpeckers or wildcats can be spotted. In the valleys, signs of beavers are often found. As forestry work can sometimes leave the paths muddy, sturdy footwear is recommended. Boundary...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·11.7 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Spessart Nature Park, Bavaria. From the Heigenbruecken train station, walk in the direction of the wildlife park and on to the Baechles fountain. For the next few kilometers, the circular hiking trail leads through the southern foothills of the Heinrichthaler Forest. Back to Heigenbruecken you walk through open landscapes. Highlights of the hike: - Heinrichthal Forest - Wildlife park Baechlesgrund Heigenbruecken - Climbing garden Heigenbruecken -...
- 1.0 (1)·Hard·17.5 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrNatural route section in the Spessart, Bavaria Spessart Trail 2 begins with historical sights and runs through the beautiful Seebachtal valley, riparian forests and meadow paths. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Schwarzkopf tunnel - Spessart ramp