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Best backpacking trails in Spessart Nature Park

Best backpacking trails in Spessart Nature Park

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Bavaria
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#13 of 21 nature parks

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Founded in 1960, the Spessart Nature Park covers 1710 km² and comprises one of the largest forest areas in Germany. At the border with Hesse, it merges into the Hessian Spessart Nature Park. The nature park encompasses a large part of the Sandstein-Spessart and Vorspessart natural areas. The Main river in particular shapes the landscape in the nature park. In the Hochspessart there is an extensive network of deeply incised valleys in which small streams flow. The nature park provides a habitat for many unique animals and plants, such as the water buffalo, lynx, bats, river pearl mussel and chess flower.

Top sights

Hahnenkamm
Hahnenkamm
Peak
Mühlgraben
Mühlgraben
River
Kallmuth
Kallmuth
Peak
Laubfirst
Laubfirst
Peak
Clingenburg
Clingenburg
Archaeological site
Burkardusgruft
Burkardusgruft
Attraction

Top trails

  1. #1 - Main Cycle Path Stage 5: Würzburg - Lohr am Rhein

    4.6 (16)·Moderate·35.8 mi·Est. 13.5–15 hr
    5th day's stage from Würzburg to Lohr am Rhein on the popular Main Cycle Route long-distance cycle route in Central Germany The Main Cycle Path is an official long-distance cycle path of numerous German tourism organizations and leads through the federal states of Bavaria and Rhineland-Palatinate. The signage consists of a gray and green square labeled "mainradweg". Highlights: - Cycling along the imposing river landscape of the river Main and in the Spessart - Visit to the Snow White town...

  2. #2 - Franconian red wine hiking trail stage 4: Erlenbach - Klingenberg

    3.8 (6)·Moderate·3.5 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Entertaining route section in the Palatinate, Bavaria. In the Spessart Nature Park, following the course of the Main, it goes from Erlenbach one place further to Klingenberg am Main. At the destination there are numerous rest stops and wine bars. Highlights: - Pavilion Erlenbach - Klingenberg Pavilion - Rosengarten Klingenberg

  3. #3 - Gunzenbach - Hahnenkamm Loop

    4.6 (11)·Hard·9.4 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hr

  4. #4 - Spessartweg 1 Etappe 2: Bessenbach/Steiger - Lohr a. Main

    4.4 (3)·Hard·16.8 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hr
    A varied section of the route in the Spessart Nature Park, Bavaria. The second stage of Spessartweg 1 begins in the small village of Steiger. Through beech forests and along flowering meadows, we go to Rothenbuch, which impresses with many cultural and historical sights. We continue to the Niklaskreuz and over the historical ravine Klapper to the stage destination Lohr am Main. Highlights: - Rothenbuch moated castle - Foal pasture - Kurmainzer Castle - Spessart Museum

  5. #5 - Spessartweg 1 (Fernwanderweg)

    4.0 (3)·Hard·38.8 mi·Est. 18–20 hr
    Wooded long-distance hiking trail Spessartweg 1 This hike goes through forests, past idyllic waters and offers impressive views. With numerous historical sights, this trail is an interesting mix of culture and nature. Highlights: - Natural paths - Signs for hotels, restaurants and sights - Views over the Spessart

  6. #6 - Marktheidenfeld 4 : Über sieben Hügel kannst du gehn

    4.4 (6)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Loop in the Spessart Marktheidenfeld lies in the valley of seven hills and is important for the region, among other things, because of its central traffic location. On the European cultural route you can learn interesting facts about the history of the cultural landscape. Highlights: - Kreuzberg chapel - Romberg with refuge

  7. #7 - Spessartweg 1 Etappe 1: Aschaffenburg - Bessenbach/Steiger

    4.6 (4)·Hard·16.6 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hr
    Beautiful section of the route near Aschaffenburg, Bavaria. The first stage of Spessartweg 1 begins at the Aschaffenburger Fasanerie. In the footsteps of princes and pilgrims, you go along impressive rock formations and to the Teufelskanzlei, which offers fantastic views over the heights of the Taunus. We continue to the Hohen Kreuz and along the Ketzelburg ruins. The stage destination, the village of Steiger, is reached via the Schmerlenbach monastery and the Unterbessenbach...

  8. #8 - Spessartweg 1 Etappe 3: Lohr a. Main - Gemünden a. Main

    4.2 (2)·Hard·12.8 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hr
    Picturesque stretch in the Spessart Nature Park, Bavaria. The third and last stage of Spessartweg 1 begins in Lohr am Main and leads first to the pilgrimage site of Mariabuchen and on to the Schönrain ruins. The stage destination is Gemünden am Main. Highlights: - Gemünden am Main, the city of three rivers - Scherenburg - Mariabuchen Monastery

  9. #9 - Eselsweg Stage 6: Wildensee - Großheubach

    3.7 (2)·Hard·12.6 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hr
    6th stage of the Donkey Trail in Bavaria. On the last stage, the Donkey Trail leads almost exclusively through the forest without any further views. However, the wide gravel paths are often abandoned and the route leads directly through the forest on narrower paths. The gradients are gentle. Again and again there are picnic areas, benches and several beautiful shelters. At the end, the route leads to the Franciscan monastery of Engelberg, which lies high above Großheubach. The route leads...

  10. #10 - Franconian red wine hiking trail stage 5: Klingenberg - Großheubach

    4.5 (5)·Moderate·6.4 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    A scenic section of the route in the Palatinate, Bavaria Passing numerous wine terraces, it goes from Klingenberg to Großheubach. There are places to stop for a break. Highlights: - Chapel of the Cross - Daniel's Cave
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best trail to hike for backpacking in Spessart Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail to hike for backpacking in Spessart Nature Park is Main Cycle Path Stage 5: Würzburg - Lohr am Rhein, which has a 4.6 star rating from 16 reviews. This trail is 35.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,877 ft.

What is the longest backpacking trail in Spessart Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Spessart Nature Park is Donkey path. This trail is estimated to be 70.1 mi long.

How many backpacking trails are in Spessart Nature Park?

There are 39 backpacking trails in Spessart Nature Park.These backpacking trails have an average 4.0-star ratingfrom 98 AllTrails community reviews.

Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Spessart Nature Park?

Donkey path has the most elevation gain for backpacking trails with 9,891 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Hasenstabweg, which has 7,214 ft of elevation gain.

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