Best backpacking trails in Steigerwald Nature Park

3rd day stage from Bamberg to Schweinfurt on the popular long-distance Main River Cycle Path in central Germany The "Mainradweg" is an official long-distance cycle route of numerous German tourism organisations and runs through the federal states of Bavaria and Rhineland-Palatinate. The signage consists of a grey and green square with the inscription "mainradweg". There are numerous opportunities to stroll and stop for refreshments in the towns. The Main River Cycle Path can be cycled as a...

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,...

Scenic section of the route in the Steigerwald, Bavaria The route leads through lush forests from Ebrach to Michelau. There are numerous places to stop for refreshments along the way. Highlights: - "Kreuzschlepper" wayside shrine

Near-natural section of track in the Steigerwald, Bavaria You walk across sunny fields and meadows, through lush forests and past the Tretzendorf ponds to Eltmann. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Ebersberg Castle near the route - Tretzendorfer Weiher nature reserve - Wallburg ruins

Near-natural section of track in the Steigerwald, Bavaria On the last stage of the Steigerwald Panorama Trail from Eltmann to Bamberg, you hike along forest edges, across orchards and through the Michelsdorf Forest. Highlights: - Kindlein oak

Scenic route section in the Steigerwald, Bavaria The route leads through rustling forests from Michelau to Eschenau. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: -St Anne's Chapel - Zabelstein castle ruins - Oberschwappach Castle

Panoramic section of the long-distance hiking trail "Kunigundenweg", Bavaria. The second stage of the Kunigundenweg takes you through lush, rustling forests. From the viewing towers on Bullenheimer Berg and Iffigheimer Berg, you have a wonderful panoramic view of the landscape. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Bullenheim town hall - Ruins of the Kunigunden Chapel - Ruins on the Landsberg near the route

Varied long-distance cycle route along the Steigerwald and Franconia in Bavaria The two Franconian regions of the 2-Franconia Cycle Route are "Beer Franconia" and "Main Franconia", which you can get to know on this varied cycle tour. There are historical sights and towns, vineyards and picturesque views as well as Franconian delicacies and hospitality to discover. Near Handthal, there is an approx. 1.5 km long, quite challenging route to master, which has a few climbs in store. The start and...

Historic section of track in the Steigerwald, Bavaria The fourth stage takes you to a real highlight: the baroque monastery complex with the impressive church in Ebrach was built in the 18th century - here you can stroll and marvel. Highlights: - Abtswind herb and spice museum - Ebrach monastery complex & baroque church