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Alzenau

Welcome to Alzenau, a charming destination in the district of Aschaffenburg, Germany. This Travel Guide is designed to help you make the most of your stay here.

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Attractions in Alzenau


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Mountain Bike · Spessart-Mainland
Around the Hahnenkamm
Premium content Difficulty S1 moderate
Distance 42.9 km
Duration 4:45 h
Ascent 560 m
Descent 560 m

At Alzenau, on the edge of the Main plain, lies one of the first Spessart mountains: the Hahnenkamm. Not quite as high as its Austrian counterpart ...

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Hiking Trail · Spessart-Mainland
Through the Rückersbach Gorge
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 13.6 km
Duration 4:45 h
Ascent 313 m
Descent 313 m

Past vineyards, this tour takes us through the wild and romantic Rückersbacher Gorge.

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ADAC Wanderführer
Hiking Trail · Spessart-Mainland
Neuses; hike in the Hessian-Bavarian border area
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 12.9 km
Duration 3:33 h
Ascent 303 m
Descent 303 m

Hike of the DJK State Association Hessen in June 2017

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Long Distance Hiking · Frankfurt am Main and surroundings
Birkenhainer Straße
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 72.2 km
Duration 18:55 h
Ascent 1,098 m
Descent 1,038 m

Multi-day cycling route on the Birkenhainer Straße

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from Matthias Hartmann,   Outdooractive Editors
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 9.6 km
Duration 2:59 h
Ascent 286 m
Descent 282 m

From the wine village of Wasserlos, the route goes up through the forest and later along the forest edge with views back to Frankfurt

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from Andrea Halling,   Community
Hiking Trail · Spessart-Mainland
Wine and rule around Alzenau
Premium content Difficulty difficult
Distance 13.8 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 214 m
Descent 214 m

On a hike around Alzenau, we learn interesting facts about the cultural history of the wine villages and the current districts of Wasserlos and ...

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from Lisa Kügel,   ADAC Wanderführer
Hiking Trail · Frankfurt am Main and surroundings
From Hanau to Linsengericht
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 24.8 km
Duration 6:29 h
Ascent 349 m
Descent 195 m

Forest-rich hike along the Bavarian-Hessian border. This route is part of a longer father-son hike from Illingen in the Saarland to Stettin in ...

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from Arno Meyer,   Community
Hiking Trail · Spessart-Mainland
From the Forest to the Vineyard
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.7 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 298 m
Descent 364 m

We hike through forests and over vineyards through the Spessart.

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from Dr. Konrad Lechner,   Wandermagazin
Hiking Trail · Spessart-Mainland
Spessartbogen
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 89.7 km
Duration 25:04 h
Ascent 1,937 m
Descent 1,864 m

magnificent landscape views, exciting discoveries, unforgettable moments The premium hiking route Spessartbogen meets all the demands of the ...

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from Naturpark Hessischer Spessart,   Community
Hiking Trail · Spessart-Mainland
Hahnenkamm | Alzenau | Hörstein | Molkenberg
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 7.3 km
Duration 2:02 h
Ascent 188 m
Descent 188 m

Anyone who has always wanted to go to Molkenberg - this fascinating place, left of the navel of the world - starts this route at the Hahnenkamm at ...

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Geographical location and special features: Alzenau lies on the southern edge of the Spessart and is surrounded by a picturesque landscape. The town has a long history and was an important trading centre during Roman times. Today it is known for its idyllic vineyards and the many hiking trails through the forest.

Tourist attractions: Alzenau Castle is a must for every visitor to the town. It was built in the 14th century and offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding area. The castle park with its beautiful gardens invites you to linger. The Alzenau Museum provides an insight into the history of the region as well as art and cultural history. The city park with its romantic Mühlbach stream offers pure relaxation.

Cultural highlights and events: Alzenau regularly hosts cultural events such as concerts, theatre performances or exhibitions in the Kultursaal or the Stadthalle. A special highlight are also the wine festivals in summer as well as the traditional old town festival at the end of August.

Culinary specialities: In Alzenau you can enjoy typical Franconian dishes such as "Schäufele" (pork shoulder), "Bratwurst" or "Sauerbraten". Be sure to also try the regional wine!

Outdoor activities: Alzenau offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities. In summer you can go hiking, cycling or take a boat trip on the Main. In winter, the nearby ski resorts are enticing.

Best seasons and places for activities: The best time for hiking is in spring and autumn, when the weather is mild and the landscape shines in the most beautiful colours. In summer, the best place to go is for a swim at one of the many lakes in the area or to relax on a terrace overlooking the vineyards. If it rains, a visit to the Alzenau museum or a leisurely day at the Aschaffenburg thermal baths is recommended.

Where it's most beautiful: A walk through the old town of Alzenau takes you past historic half-timbered houses and romantic alleyways. The castle park invites you to linger and offers a dreamlike view of Alzenau Castle.

All in all, Alzenau is definitely worth a trip! We hope that this travel guide was helpful for your planning!

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Reviews

  • August 31, 2026
    Christiane We
    July 27, 2026
    Der Zuweg vom Bahnhof Schlüchtern zum Start des spessartbogens ist wie der weitere Verlauf absolut vorbildlich beschildert!! Hier kann nichts schiefgehen. Die erste Hälfte bis Bad Orb hat mir super gefallen. Vor allem, weil es viele weiche Pfade waren. In Bad Orb hab ich mir die Saline (sehr beeindruckend) angeschaut. Die zweite Hälfte bis Langenselbold hat mir nicht ganz so gut gefallen, da es hier dann doch leider viele Wege gab, die mit Schotter zugeschüttet wurden. Sehr sehr schade!!!!!!!!!!! Ansonsten aber wirklich sehr schön mit vielen Highlights!
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    Written August 31, 2026
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    Spessartbogen
  • September 16, 2025
    Sigrid B.
    Schöne kleine Runde im Alzenauer Wald, gestartet ab Wander-P Mühlmark
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    Written September 16, 2025
  • February 01, 2025
    Ralf Seibert 
    February 01, 2025
    Schöne, gemäßigte Wanderung mit tollen Ausblicken zur Frankfurter Skyline und bis zum großen Feldberg. Die schon früher geschilderte Unstimmigkeit des Tracks vor Wasserlos (Rückweg) hat weiterhin Bestand.
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    Written February 01, 2025
  • June 08, 2024
    Christian Stein 
    Superschöne Wanderung und Ausblicke
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    Written June 08, 2024
    Hiking Trail
    Sun Path
  • May 24, 2024
    Josefine Förster
    Sehr schöne Wanderung auf ruhigen Wegen!
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    Photo: Josefine Förster, Community
    Photo: Josefine Förster, Community
    Photo: Josefine Förster, Community
    Written May 24, 2024
  • January 09, 2023
    Andrea Halling
    January 08, 2023
    Sehr schöne Tour, Abstecher zum Hahnenkammsee einplanen, schöner Rastplatz, Einkehr im Berggasthof zu empfehlen
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    Photo: Andrea Halling, Community
    Photo: Andrea Halling, Community
    Photo: Andrea Halling, Community
    Photo: Andrea Halling, Community
    Written January 09, 2023
  • September 18, 2022
    Rolf Künzel
    September 17, 2022
    Schöner Rundweg, vorwiegend auf Waldpfaden, vereinzelte Ausblicke (oberhalb Wasserlos, oberhalb Großhemsbach, Ludwigsturm auf dem Hahnenkamm). Der Abstecher zum Rastplatz am Hahnenkammsee (Steinbruchsee) lohnt sich.
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    Written September 18, 2022
  • June 27, 2022
    Klemens Schmid 
    June 25, 2022
    Der Weg trägt den Namen "Panoramaweg" wirklich zurecht. Die Wege sind zumeist recht breit, so dass der Weg auch gut mit dem Rad zu machen wäre.
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    Written June 27, 2022
  • May 12, 2022
    Juliane Hase
    Wunderbar ausgeschildert und sehr schön zu laufen. Wald - Feld - Wiesen - Ortschaft von allem was dabei
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    Written May 12, 2022
  • April 23, 2022
    Juergen Herzog
    Die Aussicht vom Hahnenkammturm ist wirklich sehr schön und auf 360 Grad auch sehr unterschiedlich. Richtung Westen erstreckt sich die RheinMain-Ebene mit dem Taunus und Richtung Nord/Ost/Süd blickt man weit in den Spessart hinein. Es gibt zahlreiche sehr schöne Aufstiegswege, ob Forststrasse, oder kleine Pfade abseits der Hauptwege ist für jeden etwas dabei. Am Hahnenkammturm gibt es auch eine Gaststätte die für das leibliche Wohl sorgt. Es ist ein sehr schönes Ziel für Wanderer, Radfahrer und Moutainbiker. Wer von der Ferne anreist kann dies mit dem Auto tun, oder mit der Bahn. Der beste Bahnhalt der Kahlgrundbahn wäre eine der beiden Haltstellen Kälberau oder Niedersteinbach. Viel Spass bei eurer Tour
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    Written April 23, 2022
    Lookout Tower
    Hahnenkammturm
  • April 17, 2022
    Tilman Kretschmer
    April 17, 2022
    Wir haben die Tour an einem sonnigen Frühlingstag gemacht. Es war sehr schön und abwechslungsreich. Am Ende der Tour sind wir noch einen Wein trinken gegangen. Es war ein gelungener Ausflug.
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    Written April 17, 2022
  • October 10, 2021
    S. E.
    Sehr schönes Waldgebiet
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    Written October 10, 2021

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