Best Place to Hike

Franconia’s network of hiking trails is in a class by itself. Natural, cultural, and historical treasures are everywhere you look.

Prestigious certifications attest to the great quality of Franconia’s hiking trails. There are six trails certified as “Qualitätswege Wanderbares Deutschland:” The “Altmühltal Panoramic Trail,” the “Castle Trail – a Cultural, Historical Trail,” the “Spessart Trail – Across the Mountains and Through the Valleys to the Main River,” the “Spessart Trail – About Moles, Coachmen, and Pilgrims,” and the “Franconian Mountain Range Trail.” The most beautiful hills in the Rhön region are best explored on the “Hochrhöner Trail,” which is certified as a premium-hiking trail. Along the trails, you will find ample opportunities for food and shelter. Local establishments are eager to cater to their hiking guests. Also look for great package deals.