Best backpacking trails in Frankenhöhe Nature Park

Stage 1 of the long-distance cycle route "Liebliches Taubertal - Der Klassiker" in Middle Franconia, Bavaria. This is the first stage of the popular Tauber Valley Cycle Route, which runs a good 100 kilometres from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Wertheim. The first stage starts in Rothenburg and ends in Weikersheim. There are countless historical buildings and cultural monuments to marvel at along the way. There are places to stay and eat along the way and both the starting and finishing points...

Stage 15 of the D-Route 9 (Weser - Romantic Road). The 15th stage of D-Route 9 begins in the famous town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber. The imposing buildings in the picturesque town centre tempt you to spend some time in the historic town before setting off to cover the almost 60 km to the stage destination of Dinkelsbühl. Most of this section leads through the Frankenhöhe Nature Park, so it is not surprising that the cycle tour is characterised by lots of nature, forests and picturesque...

This route is stage 1 of the Aischtal-Radweg, a long-distance cycling trail in Germany, running from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Neustadt an der Aisch. Departing Rothenburg's medieval old town, the path climbs through the orchard slopes of the Frankenhöhe Nature Park toward Bad Windsheim, home to thermal baths and the Freilandmuseum. It then skirts the Ipsheim vineyards below Hoheneck Castle to finish in historic Neustadt an der Aisch. Overnight stays are available in local guesthouses,...

This route is stage 1 of the Altmühltal Cycle Path, a long-distance trail between Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Kelheim. Starting from the well-preserved medieval old town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, the easy downhill route follows the young Altmühl river through lush Franconian countryside. The path leads cyclists past historic landmarks, including the medieval Colmberg Castle and Leutershausen, the birthplace of aviation pioneer Gustav Weißkopf, before ending in Herrieden. Overnight stays...

Cultural section of the Romantic Road long-distance hiking trail Across meadows, open fields and wildflower meadows, this hike takes you along picturesque waterways and through idyllic villages and towns steeped in history. The numerous historical and cultural sights make for an interesting and varied experience. Highlights: -Wine growing on the Frankenhöhe. -Bockenfeld church -Baroque castle -Bavarian falconry centre -Fountain house museum

Cultural section of the Romantic Road long-distance hiking trail Across meadows, open fields and wildflower meadows, this hike takes you along picturesque waterways and through idyllic villages and towns rich in history. The numerous historical and cultural sights make for an interesting and varied experience. Highlights: -Münsterseen recreation area -Bathing lake of Münster -Old town of Rothenburg

Cultural section of the Romantic Road long-distance hiking trail Across meadows, open fields and wildflower meadows, this hike takes you along picturesque waterways and through idyllic villages and towns steeped in history. The numerous historical and cultural sights make for an interesting and varied experience. Highlights: -Schillingsfürst Castle -Sulz Monastery -Mesh vault -Feuchtwangen marketplace -Cloister church