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Jossgrund

Welcome to Jossgrund, a beautiful destination in Spessart, Germany. This Travel Guide provides you with all the information you need to make the most of your stay here.

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Attractions in Jossgrund


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Long Distance Hiking · Spessart-Mainland
Eselsweg
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 111 km
Duration 35:00 h
Ascent 1,692 m
Descent 1,747 m

Almost exclusively through dense deciduous forest, without touching valleys and hardly any villages, this route always runs at an altitude of 400 ...

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from Sandra Fischer,   Outdooractive Premium
Hiking Trail · Spessart-Mainland
Between Mernes and Burgjoß
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.3 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 344 m
Descent 344 m

The impressive moated castle in Burgjoß is the destination of this hike. On the Steiniger Berg and the Stackenberg, we enjoy views of the Jossa ...

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from Timon Oberheide,   ADAC Wanderführer
Hiking Trail · Spessart-Mainland
To the Bavarian Schanz
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 15.9 km
Duration 4:15 h
Ascent 301 m
Descent 301 m

We hike along an old army and trade road to the Bavarian Schanz, one of the most popular places for excursions in the Spessart.

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from Lars Ohlsson,   ADAC Wanderführer
Hiking Trail · Spessart-Mainland
Spessartfährte Lettgenbrunn (194)
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 13.6 km
Duration 3:40 h
Ascent 223 m
Descent 223 m

Another very nice route in the Spessart, with some beautiful views, great paths and lots of peace. There are two steeper sections, otherwise not ...

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from Heinz He,   Community
Hiking Trail · Spessart
The Eselsweg
Premium content Difficulty T2 difficult
Distance 123.5 km
Duration 33:22 h
Ascent 2,065 m
Descent 2,133 m

The Spessart is the largest contiguous forest area in Germany. It is no wonder, then, that the path runs almost exclusively through dense deciduous ...

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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
Mountain Bike · Spessart-Mainland
Eselsweg - the medieval salt trade route
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 117.5 km
Duration 9:00 h
Ascent 2,100 m
Descent 2,100 m

Mountain biking on the former salt trade route in the Spessart from north to south. It is fully marked with a black "E" on a white background and ...

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from Johannes Paiska,   Spessart-Biker e.V.
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 319.5 km
Duration 13:00 h
Ascent 4,100 m
Descent 4,100 m

A very varied and challenging 2-day circular route through the Hochspessart and Rhön. The cultural city of Meiningen is recommended for an ...

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from Johannes Paiska,   Spessart-Biker e.V.
Hiking Trail · Spessart-Mainland
Spessartweg 3: Bad Orb - Lettgenbrunn (334)
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 14.5 km
Duration 3:55 h
Ascent 450 m
Descent 165 m

A quite demanding stage of the Spessartweg 3 with lots of ups and downs. There are some beautiful distant views and forest sections.

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from Heinz He,   Community
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 22 km
Duration 6:02 h
Ascent 384 m
Descent 384 m

Our longest route, the "Peace Path," leads from the town center of Bad Orb through the Hessian Spessart, passing historical places like the ...

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from Kathryn Weppe,   Bad Orb - Gesund im Spessart
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Geographical location and special features Jossgrund is located in the heart of the Spessart and is surrounded by picturesque forests and hills. The region is known for its breathtaking scenery with numerous hiking and cycling trails as well as rivers and lakes for fishing or canoeing.

Tourist-relevant sights. The most important sights include the Schönrain castle ruins and the observation tower on the Geiersberg. Another highlight is the game reserve at the Forsthof in Lettgenbrunn, where you can experience native animals such as red deer or wild boars up close.

Cultural Highlights and Events The region also has a lot to offer culturally: The "Alte Mühle" museum in Oberndorf displays interesting exhibits on the history of paper production in the Spessart region. In summer there are regular festivals such as the traditional Johannisfest in Burgjoß with live music and culinary delicacies.

Culinary features There are many restaurants in Jossgrund offering regional specialities - from hearty dishes to sweet treats such as apple strudel or cherry pie. Be sure to try the famous Spessart honey!

Outdoor activities. Hiking and cycling is an absolute must here. In winter, you can also go skiing or cross-country skiing in the region. The best seasons for outdoor activities are spring, summer and autumn.

What to do in Jossgrund when it rains? There is plenty to do even in bad weather: Visit the indoor swimming pool in the Oberndorf district or take a trip to the Spessart climbing forest in Bad Orb.

Where is it most beautiful in Jossgrund? A particularly beautiful place is the viewing platform on the Geiersberg - from there you have a breathtaking view over the entire Spessart!

Jossgrund in the Spessart is definitely worth a trip! We hope this guide will help you get the most out of your stay here.

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Reviews

  • August 04, 2026
    Christiane We
    July 30, 2026
    Wer es liebt, in der Einsamkeit zu wandern, ist auf dem Eselsweg genau richtig. Ich habe während der ganzen Tage lediglich ein paar Mountainbiker getroffen. Der Weg ist absolut ruhig (wenn man über das Stück direkt an der A3 hinwegsieht). Die Beschilderung ist PERFEKT:-). Da kann nichts schief gehen. Auch findet man viele Hinweisschilder mit km-Angaben. Die Wege waren durchgängig sehr gepflegt. TIP TOP!!! Man wandert auf etlichen wunderschönen weichen Pfaden. Allerdings wurden LEIDER teils etliche Kilometer am Stück mit Schotter zugeschüttet. Diese Abschnitte sind keine Wanderwege mehr, sondern eine Zumutung. Ansonsten hätte ich sehr gerne 5 Sterne gegeben. Aber Schotter ist der absolute Grauen für jeden Wanderer. Wirklich sehr sehr schade!!!!! Ich bin die Tour bei fast 40 grad gewandert. Um meine Wasservorräte aufzufüllen, musste ich jedes Mal teils bis ganz runter ins Dorf absteigen. Dafür hatte ich eine offline-Karte, um auch hier den besten Weg zu finden. ......... Alles in allem kann ich den Eselsweg sehr empfehlen.
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    Written August 04, 2026
    Long Distance Hiking
    Eselsweg
  • May 30, 2022
    Frank Rudolf 
    Tolle Tour. Umfahrungen unnötig! immer dem E folgen wesentlich schöner!!
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    Written May 30, 2022
  • April 20, 2022
    Regine
    April 16, 2022
    Eine sehr schöne Runde 95% Wald- und Feldwege Lange Strecke am Waldrand mit schönem Ausblick entlang!
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    Written April 20, 2022
  • September 20, 2021
    Stefanie Umlauf
    Wunderschöne Spessarttour mit tollen Ausblicken und sehr abwechslungsreich durch Wiesen und Wald .Meist am Waldrand entlang, daher hat man immer einen schönen Ausblick. Fast kein Asphalt zu laufen und sehr gut Beschildert .Überall Bänke zum verweilen um den Ausblick zu genießen.
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    Written September 20, 2021
  • October 26, 2020
    Andrea Halling
    October 25, 2020
    Herrliche Landschaft mit schönen Ausblicken, Ende Oktober wunderschöne Herbstfarben
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    Written October 26, 2020
  • May 04, 2020
    Harald Helmut
    May 03, 2020
    Eine sehr schöne Wanderung mit vielen beeindruckend Weitsichten und wunderschönen Wiesenwegen. Wir werden die Tour wiederholen. Die Ausschilderung ist (übertrieben) sehr gut.
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    Written May 04, 2020
  • April 18, 2020
    Marc Langer
    Tolle Strecke, habe mit einer Pause von 20-30 Min ungefähr 3,5 Std benötigt. Man sollte aber wirklich einen Sonnenhut und Creme dabei haben wenn die Sonne scheint, sonst verbrennt man sich da die Wege oftmals über Feldwege gehen, wo kein Schatten ist.
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    Samstag, 18. April 2020 17:04:53
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    Samstag, 18. April 2020 17:05:21
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    Samstag, 18. April 2020 17:05:30
    Photo: Marc Langer, Community
    Written April 18, 2020
  • May 20, 2018
    Moni Kolb 
    May 20, 2018
    Schöne Runde, von allem was dabei und auch für Nicht-Profis zu machen. Danke fürs Einstellen ! Und ach ja, Einkehr am Wiesbüttsee ist zu empfehlen :)
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    Written May 20, 2018
    Mountain Bike
    High Moor Tour
  • June 13, 2017
    Nicole Bikerin
    Wunderbare Tour. Wir haben sie nicht komplett gemacht da wir gerade das um Bad Orb schon kennen. Tolle Trails, schöne Gegend aber mit Anspruch Genaueres hier: http://raderlebnisse.de/spessart-pfade/
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    Written June 13, 2017
    Mountain Bike
    Spessart-Pfade
  • May 26, 2017
    Jürgen Osmers
    Eine schöne Tour. Kondition erforderlich
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    Written May 26, 2017
    Mountain Bike
    Spessart-Pfade
  • May 26, 2017
    Jürgen Osmers
    Unsere Lieblingstour in Bad Orb im Spessart. Herrliche Landschaft, Wald-und Wiesenwege, schöne Trails. Eine super gute Mischung
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    Written May 26, 2017
    Mountain Bike
    Sources and Elevations
  • July 24, 2016
    Andreas Kunz
    Die Wirtsleute auf der Bayrischen Schanz sind super!!! Das Essen sowieso!!!
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    Heumad an der Birkenhainer Straße
    Photo: Andreas Kunz, Community
    Bayrische Schanz: grad wenn der Durscht an größten ist, taucht sie auf.
    Photo: Andreas Kunz, Community
    Written July 24, 2016
    Hiking Trail
    To the Bavarian Schanz

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