Best wildlife 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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- 4.3 (24)·Moderate·8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrIdyllic loop in the Steigerwald, Bavaria. The TraumRunde Iphofen leads through the cultural heritage Mittelwald and inspires with wonderful views of the region's vineyards. The start is the parking lot at the leisure area Ringsbühl, there are also toilets here. On the way you can find regional Franconian cuisine in the Augustiner am See inn and there are also places to stop for refreshments in Iphofen. Highlights: - "Iphöfer Kalb" vineyard - Beckahan oak - Speckfeld ruins - Mittelwald...
- 3.9 (11)·Moderate·9.7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPromising circular hike in the Bavarian Steigerwald from Iphofen. The beautiful, varied hiking trail leads along the Iphöfer vineyards, where grape varieties such as Dornfelder, Müller-Thurgau and Riesling grow. At the picture oak you can eat the food you have brought with you and have a rest. -------------------------------- Accessible by bus and train
- 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.
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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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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best wildlife trail to hike in Steigerwald Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best wildlife trail to hike in Steigerwald Nature Park is TraumRunde Iphofen, which has a 4.3 star rating from 24 reviews. This trail is 8.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,236 ft.
What is the longest wildlife trail in Steigerwald Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest wildlife trail in Steigerwald Nature Park is Johann-Ludwig-Klarmann-Weg: Von Hassfurt nach Burgbernheim. This trail is estimated to be 68.9 mi long.
How many wildlife trails are in Steigerwald Nature Park?
There are 23 wildlife trails in Steigerwald Nature Park.These wildlife trails have an average 4.0-star ratingfrom 73 AllTrails community reviews.
Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Steigerwald Nature Park?
Johann-Ludwig-Klarmann-Weg: Von Hassfurt nach Burgbernheim has the most elevation gain for wildlife trails with 9,153 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Schlangenweg Trail to Zell, which has 3,579 ft of elevation gain.
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