Skip to main content
Back to Explore
Best walking trails in Spessart Nature Park

Best walking trails in Spessart Nature Park

4.0(187 reviews)

·

Bavaria
: 
#13 of 21 nature parks

All photos

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 - Mömbris nach Niedersteinbach

    3.7 (128)·Easy·1.5 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    An entertaining walk in the Spessart Nature Park from Mömbris. The route leads from the train station "Mömbris-Mensengesäß" along meadows, forests and fields as well as the river Kahl to the train station in Niedersteinbach. The paths are easy to walk without any significant inclines. ------- Accessible by bus and train

  2. #2 - Dörrmorsbach - Pfaffenberg Mountain - Hohe-Wart-Haus Hut

    4.3 (10)·Moderate·5.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Popular hike in the Spessart Nature Park, Bavaria. This beautiful hike starts at the bus stop "Hohe-Wart-Weg" in Dörrmorsbach and leads over the Pfaffenberg mountain to the Hohe-Wart-Haus hut. The route follows ascending forest paths through the shady woods and initially to the large Bavarian Broadcasting mast on the Pfaffenberg. From there, a wide forest path leads on to the inn. The Hohe-Wart-Haus is open Wednesday to Saturday. It is best to check the current opening times before setting...

  3. #3 - Ehemaliger Standortübungsplatz Schweinheim

    4.5 (4)·Easy·2.4 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Around the former location training area Schweinheim, Aschaffenburg, Bavaria Today's landscape protection area south of Aschaffenburg Schweinheim is a former military area and today offers idyllic tranquility. This circular hiking trail starts at the Ebersbacher Straße car park and leads around the pasture for Przewalski's horses. The first part of the route leads slightly but steadily uphill. Highlights: - idyllic landscape - Pasture for Przewalski horses

  4. #4 - Aschaffenburg - Obernau - Schweinheim

    4.6 (2)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr

  5. #5 - Haibach: Ritter, Fürst & Wellekipper

    3.6 (5)·Easy·3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Loop on the edge of Haibacher Switzerland On this European cultural route you get to know the rich history of the region: a medieval ring wall, a former quarry that nature has recaptured today and an important technical monument from the 16th century. Highlights: - Ring wall Ketzelburg - Lookout point at the Hohe Kreuz - medieval electoral well room - the former Wendelberg quarry

  6. #6 - Mespelbrunn Nordic Walking 2: Red Tour

    5.0 (3)·Moderate·2.8 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Popular Nordic walking tour in the Spessart Nature Park, Bavaria. The Nordic Walking Route 2 near Mespelbrunn is quite short, but includes a few climbs that pose a good challenge to your physical condition. The official starting point of the "red route" is the Nordic walking car park on Jaegerstrasse. Beautiful views, for example of the crypt chapel and Mespelbrunn, are a constant companion when walking, Nordic walking or jogging, especially along the Upper Panorama Trail. Highlights of the...

  7. #7 - Loop Trail Hessenthal: To the Hohe Wart

    4.0 (1)·Easy·2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Family-friendly circular hiking trail in the Spessart Nature Park, Bavaria. This loop trail, marked with a blue mushroom, is Tour 3 of the hiking trails around Mespelbrunn. The route, which is also suitable for pushchairs and can be walked in both directions, begins at the "Hohe Wart" hiking car park. Following the blue mushroom, you walk through the wild Spessart forest. At the Hohe-Wart-Haus, the beer garden invites you to stop while the younger hikers can explore the natural...

  8. #8 - Nature Park Trail Hase Obernau

    4.0 (1)·Moderate·3.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Family-friendly loop trail in the Spessart Nature Park, Bavaria. The "Red Hase" ("red hare") hiking sign guides hikers along the Hase Nature Park Trail through the Obernau Forest. On wide forest roads you hike to the pilgrimage chapel Maria Frieden, which can alternatively be reached via a Way of the Cross (see waypoint on the map). The forest section "An den Steinloechern" bears witness to times long past. Where holes can still be seen in the ground today, farmers from Obernau used to...

  9. #9 - Fairytale Forest Loop

    4.7 (4)·Moderate·2.1 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Family-friendly walk in Spessart Nature Park, Bavaria. Mythical creatures and fairytale figures accompany hikers on the Fairytale Forest Loop Trail near Nantenbach. The loop trail is also easy to do with off-road prams. Wooden fairytale figures are always waiting for young and old along the way. Highlights of the route: - Quiet forest trails - Nantenbach - Mariengrotte - Cross of Christ - Fairytale forest
  10. Nordic Walking 2 Rot Kleinostheim

    #10 - Nordic Walking 2 Rot Kleinostheim

    4.6 (4)·Moderate·3.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Popular circular hiking trail in the Spessart Nature Park, Bavaria. This round near Kleinostheim, designated as a Nordic walking route, offers a wonderful opportunity for a relaxing or sporty break in nature. The circular route runs continuously through the forest. Fishing is permitted in the Waldsee, however, as is usual in Germany, only with the appropriate licenses and permits. Highlights of the hike: - shady forest paths - forest lake
Showing results 1–10 of 36
Explore more trails
Parks

Headed to a park?

Take AllTrails with you

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best trail for walking in Spessart Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail for walking in Spessart Nature Park is Mömbris nach Niedersteinbach, which has a 3.7 star rating from 128 reviews. This trail is 1.5 mi long with an elevation gain of 62 ft.

What is the longest walking trail in Spessart Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Spessart Nature Park is Aschaffenburg - Obernau - Schweinheim. This trail is estimated to be 7.0 mi long.

How many walking trails are in Spessart Nature Park?

There are 36 walking trails in Spessart Nature Park.These walking trails have an average 4.0-star ratingfrom 187 AllTrails community reviews.

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

Mönchberg - Panoramablick has the most elevation gain for walking trails with 895 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Nordic Walking 2 Rot Kleinostheim, which has 715 ft of elevation gain.

Activities

Attractions

Suitability

Points of interest