Best hard trails in Steigerwald Nature Park
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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- 3.9 (4)·Hard·10.7 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPanoramic route section in the Steigerwald, Bavaria The fourth stage of the Steigerwald Panoramaweg is full of unforgettable moments. It goes over a vineyard and past historic castles. Again and again you have great views of the Franconian landscape - it's not for nothing that you will find the "most beautiful foresight in Franconia" on the Casteller Reitsteig. There are places to stop for a break. Highlights: - Schwanberg Castle with Castle Park - Cypress Lake - Castell castle ruins -...
- 4.2 (4)·Hard·11.8 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrWooded circular hike near Nenzenheim in the Steigerwald Nature Park. The hiking trail leads to the southwestern highlights of the Steigerwald. Nice circular hike starting in Nenzenheim. Based on tour no. 38 from the Steigerwald hiking guide from Bergverlag Rother. Refreshments in Nenzenheim, Frankenberg Castle and the Weinparadiesscheune above Bullenheim.
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·14.9 mi·Est. 7–8 hrNear-natural route section in Steigerwald, Bavaria You hike across sunny fields and meadows, through lush forests and past the Tretzendorfer ponds to Eltmann. There are places to stop for a break. Highlights: - Ebersberg Castle near the route - Tretzendorfer Weiher nature reserve - Wallburg ruins
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·10.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis sunny route winds through the Franconian wine country from Weigenheim to Nenzenheim, passing through gentle vineyard slopes and wooded ridges. The trail first climbs up to the Kapellberg, where a sweeping panoramic view of the Main and Tauber valleys unfolds. Passing the scenic lake near Reusch, the trail climbs to Frankenberg Castle and the nearby Hinterfrankenberg castle ruins. At the edge of the Holzöd Nature Reserve, the trail continues to Bullenheimer Berg and the...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·13.9 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPanoramic section of the "Kunigundenweg" long-distance hiking trail, Bavaria. The second stage of the Kunigundenweg takes you through lush, rustling forests. From the observation towers on Bullenheimer and Iffigheimer Berg you have a wonderful all-round view of the landscape. There are places to stop for refreshments. Highlights of the hike: - Bullenheim town hall - Ruin Kunigundenkapelle - Ruins on the Landsberg near the route
- 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...
- 1.0 (1)·Hard·15.7 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrSection in the Steigerwald, Bavaria From Windsheim with its beautiful spa gardens, it goes into the woods and to Frankenberg Castle with its winery. The destination is Bullenheim; there are places to stop for a break. Highlights: - Franken Therme in Bad Windsheim - Frankenberg Castle
Visitor info
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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