Buchen – Walldürn – Buchen Loop

The loop trail begins in downtown Buchen. The route takes you out of town over the Marienhöhe, past the Hainstadt neighborhood of Buchen, to the “Mittelbuckel” and “Talbuckel.”
Red clays are mined in the open-pit mines there and then processed at the brickworks in Hainstadt.
The clays are easily recognizable by their deep red color along the mine walls.
After leaving the open-pit mine behind, you’ll drive through the beautiful countryside to Walldürn.

The resort town of Walldürn is known far beyond the region for its historic old town and, above all, the Baroque Basilica Minor dedicated to the “Holy Blood.” A visit to the pilgrimage basilica is definitely worth it! Walldürn’s other sights are concentrated in the old town and can therefore be easily explored on a short walking tour.
In Walldürn, you’ll also have the opportunity to grab a bite to eat before your route takes you back to Buchen.

After leaving Walldürn via the Hardheimer Höhe, you’ll reach the Great Forest via the Odenwald-Madonna Cycle Route and the German Limes Route. Here, you’ll walk in the footsteps of the Romans, passing the remains of former watchtowers as well as the small fort “Hönehaus.”
A picnic area at Rehberg invites you to take a break.

Via the Rehgrund, past the Buchen neighborhood of Hettingen, you’ll then reach your final destination: downtown Buchen. Marktstraße is perfect for a leisurely stroll and a great way to wrap up your tour. Buchen also boasts several attractions, such as the “Old Town Hall,” the “Buchen Marian Column”—one of the city’s landmarks—and the “Mainzer Tor” city tower.