Best easy trails in Steigerwald Nature Park
The Steigerwald Nature Park is the centrepiece of the Franconian Keuperland. It begins in the Haßberge mountains in the north and extends to the Franconian heights in the south. The nature park covers a total of 129,000 hectares and extends over six districts. Outstanding forest stands, special features such as the middle forest or hute forest management, but also floodplains or dry and nutrient-poor grassland areas form the habitat for a special diversity of species.
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- 4.5 (21)·Easy·7.1 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hike near Iphofen in the Franconian wine country. A beautiful loop to relax in the castle park and discover the rich history of the village. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Conradseck viewpoint - Schwanberg cemetery forest - Cypress lake - Avenue of lime trees - Obelisk of Alexander Count of Castell-Rüdenhausen
- 4.5 (2)·Easy·6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Steigerwald Nature Park, Bavaria. The E9 circular trail starts at the market square in Ebrach. Two beautiful nature reserves are located directly along the route. Hikers who want to experience a more adrenaline-fuelled adventure can soar to lofty heights on the Steigerwald treetop walk. Highlights of the hike: - Spitzenberg nature reserve from Ebrach - Weihergrund nature reserve near Ebrach - Steigerwald treetop walk - Pfistersee lake
- 5.0 (1)·Easy·5 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrExploring the countryside around Theinheim offers a pleasant mix of cultural history and imaginative forest artwork. From the historic village center, smooth dirt roads lead past open farmland to a shaded grove containing historic sandstone shrine stations from the early twentieth century. Further along the way, the path enters the woods where national and international artists transformed timber stumps into expressive sculptures representing figures like Till Eulenspiegel and King Karl....
- 5.0 (1)·Easy·6.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop trail in the Steigerwald Nature Park, Bavaria. Loop trail K1 begins at the car park at Oberschwappach Castle, the former official seat of the Cistercian Abbey of Ebrach. You hike through open landscapes below the Gangolfsberg in the direction of Eschenau. Here you can stop for refreshments before a small climb into the forest has to be mastered. A picnic at the Zabelsteinblick or Maintalblick rest areas is a good alternative. Highlights of the hike: - Oberschwappach Castle with...
- 4.0 (2)·Easy·5.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular nature trail in the Steigerwald Nature Park, Bavaria. The "Path of Human Rights" is a very special route in the municipality of Viereth-Trunstadt. The 5-kilometre circular trail introduces hikers to various human rights articles at a total of 30 stations and encourages them to reflect on the dignity and rights of all people. In part, you walk along the panoramic trail - so there are also great views of the Main valley. The Human Rights Trail is signposted with a black paragraph sign...
- 4.0 (2)·Easy·3.9 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrCosy around the Altmain, Bavaria. The Sand S1 circular hiking trail offers the best conditions for a leisurely walk with the whole family. The route is easy to walk with no significant inclines. It is also very beautiful and runs along the banks of the Altmain all the way. The Storchenkeller "Ranch" restaurant provides refreshments (note opening times). Highlights: - Riverside path along the Sander Altmain - Altmain nature reserve - Refreshment stop - Wörth playground
- 4.0 (1)·Easy·7.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPicturesque and scenic hike in Neustadt an der Aisch, Bavaria. The circular tour starts at Neustadt an der Aisch railway station and leads along the Pfalzbach stream on the Pfalzbachschluch gorge. There are beautiful views on this loop. Highlights of the circular route: - Beautiful views - Along the Pfalzbach stream - Accessible by bus and train
- 4.0 (1)·Easy·4.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrWooded circular hiking trail in the Steigerwald Nature Park, Bavaria. This is a leisurely circular trail in the south-eastern state forest of Lindach. A great hike in the warm summer months - most of the paths are very shady. Also suitable for an outing with the whole family. Highlights of the hike: - Idyllic forest paths - Wooden cross
Visitor info
The Steigerwald Centre Handthal welcomes visitors from April to October from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00 and from November to March from Thursday to Sunday from 11:00 to 16:00. Admission is free. Visitors can experience the topic of sustainability up close in an exciting exhibition with interactive hands-on stations for all age groups.
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