Best event trails in Steigerwald Nature Park

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The Steigerwald Nature Park is the heart of the Franconian Keuperland. It begins in the Haßberge mountains in the north and extends to the Franconian heights in the south. In total, the nature park covers a good 129,000 hectares and stretches across 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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#1 - RTF RC Herzogenaurach – 156 Loop
3.0 (1)·Hard·95.1 mi·Est. 24 hr+
Official route of the RTF. This route follows the 156-kilometre route of the RTF of the RC Herzogenaurach (Radtourenfahrt), a traditional organized racing bike event. Designed exclusively for racing bikes, this tour represents a considerable endurance challenge. The route is almost entirely paved and follows public roads that lead from Herzogenaurach into the picturesque, hilly countryside of central Franconia. Expect a challenging day with significant elevation gain. Although the route does...

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The Steigerwald-Zentrum Handthal awaits its visitors between April and October from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00 and between 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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