Best walking 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.
Top sights
Top trails
- 4.0 (2)·Moderate·5.3 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Steigerwald Nature Park, Bavaria. The A1 circular hiking trail from Aschbach enchants with its expansive field landscapes that invite you to take a relaxing stroll or jog. Smaller villages such as Holzberndorf, hidden churches and pretty forest edges ensure that there is never a dull moment. Highlights of the hike: - Churches in Aschbach - Holzberndorf - Forest edges with great views - picturesque open landscapes
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·3.9 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly circular hiking trail in the Steigerwald Nature Park, Bavaria. Close to the starting point of the hike are the ruins of Stollberg Castle, which was probably built in the 12th century. The castle ruins are located on the Stollberg, which is one of the highest mountains in the Steigerwald. The O1 circular trail runs through the forest for most of the way, with a black O1 on a yellow background pointing the way. Highlights of the hike: - Stollberg - Stollberg castle ruins -...
- 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
- 3.0 (2)·Easy·3.9 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrExciting circular trail along the Weissach, Bavaria The Weissach nature trail is a great experience for the whole family. The route starts at the car park of the educational site south of Uehlfeld. On flat paths, you can learn lots of interesting facts about the Weissach habitat on various information boards and observe the refuge for plants and animals. Highlights: - Weissach nature reserve - Observe local flora and fauna
- Moderate·5.6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular Nordic walking route in the Steigerwald Nature Park, Bavaria. There are a total of three official Nordic walking routes in Ebrach. This is the middle of the three routes, marked with red arrows. The less than 6 km long circular route runs through very unspoilt forest areas, some of which are strictly protected. Highlights of the hike: - near-natural forest - "Heart rate measurement and strengthening" station - Brunnstube natural forest reserve - Protected area "The high beech forest...
- Moderate·3.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular circular trail in the Steigerwald Nature Park, Bavaria. The Stollberg is known as "Franconia's highest vineyard". Not only romantic vineyards provide an atmospheric landscape, but also the ruins of Stollburg Castle. Presumably built in the 12th century, only the remains of the keep and walls are still standing today. The Stollburg circular route is marked with a stylised castle ruin on a light blue background. Highlights of the hike: - Vineyards - Stollberg - Ruins of Stollburg Castle
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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