Hotel (example): Hotel Wilder Mann

The ‚Hochspessart‘ awaits: along the Franconian Marienweg-path you ascend to the Posthalterkreuz-cross, past sandstone walls to the rural chapel Herrenbild. Dense forest surrounds you like a green cloak, little monuments and wayside crosses greet you en route. You proceed via a spectacular high-altitude path always along the hilltops, far below in the valley you can already make out the beautiful hamlet Mespelbrunn, your Day Finish situated in the heart of the Spessart-forest.

Hotel (example): Hotel Christel

In the so-called ‚Räuberland‘ (land of bandits) you have endless opportunities to embark on short or extensive hiking tours in the surroundings. However, do not be afraid, you will only encounter bandits on the colorful waymarkings. Visit the legendary hut on top of the ‚Hohe Wart‘, inclusive beer garden and fresh Spessart-beer, located amidst the forest. Also visit the Mespelbrunn water castle, known through the German movie classic ‚Das Wirtshaus im Spessart‘ (the Inn in the Spessart). The quality of the hiking paths make every hiker’s heart leap for joy.

Hotel (example): Hotel Christel

The finale of your hiking week is characterised once again by the forests of the Spessart: Via the ‚Old School Route‘, an historic connecting trail, you walk through a convoluted rock labyrinth until you reach the highest point of your hiking holiday at the Geißhöhe-peak. Unspoilt trails finally lead you on gently undulating terrain below the leaf canopy all the way to Henneburg castle, towering high above the glistening river Main, the crowning glory of the end of your hiking adventure in the Spessart.

Hotel (example): Hotel Wilder Mann

Aschaffenburg – the gateway to the Spessart – offers the perfect start to an adventure-filled walking holiday. Take advantage of your arrival day to enjoy the historic old town, lush parks, and the city’s unique charm. Look forward to a variety of hikes through one of Germany’s most beautiful low-mountain landscapes.

Hotel (example): Hotel Wilder Mann

The 'Hochspessart' awaits you: on the Franconian ‘Marienweg’ you'll ascend to the ‘Posthalterkreuz’, past sandstone walls, all the way to the Herrenbild field chapel. A dense forest surrounds you like a green cloak, and small monuments and wayside crosses greet you along the route. Walking along a spectacular high-altitude trail that follows the ridgelines, you’ll already be able to see the beautiful little village of Mespelbrunn far below in the valley – your destination for this stage, nestled in the heart of the Spessart Forest.

Hotel (example): Hotel Christel

In the so-called 'Räuberland' (Land of Bandits), there are endless opportunities to embark for short or extended hikes in the surrounding area. But don’t worry – these days, the only ‘bandits’ you’ll come across are on the colourful trail markings. Visit the legendary hut on the Hohe Wart, complete with a beer garden and fresh Spessart beer right in the middle of the forest. Be sure to stop by Mespelbrunn Water Castle as well, famous from the classic film ‘Das Wirtshaus im Spessart’. The quality of the trails is sure to make any hiker’s heart beat faster.

Hotel (example): Hotel Christel

The final stage of your walking holiday is once again all about the Spessart forests: following the ‘Alter Schulweg’, a historic connecting trail, you’ll traverse a winding rocky labyrinth until you reach the highest point of your walking holiday at the Geißhöhe. Finally, unspoiled trails wind gently up and down beneath a colourful canopy of leaves to Henneburg Castle, perched high above the glistening Main River – the crowning finale of your hiking adventure in the Spessart.

Hotel (example): Hotel Wilder Mann