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Rodenbach

Welcome to Rodenbach, a charming destination in the heart of the Spessart region in Germany. This Travel Guide gives you an overview of the geographical location and special features of Rodenbach as well as some of the tourist attractions, cultural highlights and events, culinary specialities and the most important outdoor activities.

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Attractions in Rodenbach


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Hiking Trail · Spessart-Mainland
Around the Kinzigsee
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.3 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 79 m
Descent 79 m

We hike over the Kinzigsee to the historic town center of Niederrodenbach and then enjoy the magnificent view from the Großen Buchberg.

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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
Spessartspur Oberrodenbach (188)
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 9.5 km
Duration 2:35 h
Ascent 127 m
Descent 127 m

A not very strenuous circular route on beautiful and varied paths.

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from Heinz He,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 6.5 km
Duration 1:40 h
Ascent 82 m
Descent 81 m

A nice walk mostly on narrow and soft forest paths without major climbs, with the Buchberg Tower as the literal highlight.

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from Heinz He,   Community
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 · Frankfurt am Main and surroundings
Spessart route Niederrodenbach (262)
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 13.7 km
Duration 3:10 h
Ascent 67 m
Descent 67 m

A longer circular route without inclines, which features the highlights of the St. Wolfgang monastery ruins and the Barbarossa spring.

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from Heinz He,   Community
Map / ADAC LiteRadRoute H3: From Wächtersbach to Hanau
Premium content Difficulty easy
Distance 70.2 km
Duration 4:50 h
Ascent 236 m
Descent 383 m

This LiteRadRoute leads along the almost flat R3 through the beautiful Kinzig Valley.

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from Tanja Ahrens,   ADAC Wanderführer
Long Distance Cycling · Spessart-Mainland
Main cycle route / Main triangle
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 291.7 km
Duration 20:35 h
Ascent 718 m
Descent 600 m

Main cycle route / Main triangle

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from Hans-Jürgen Müller,   Community
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 6.6 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 109 m
Descent 109 m

The Spessartspur "Altenmarkskopf-Spur Somborn" starts at the "Altenmarkskopf" car park near the culturally and historically significant Hof Trages.

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from Justine Bitttner,   Spessart Tourismus und Marketing
Hiking Trail · Frankfurt am Main and surroundings
Hanau-Neuwirtshaus – Buchberg
Premium content Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 23 km
Duration 5:45 h
Ascent 134 m
Descent 134 m

Forest hike with a view from the Buchbergturm Those who love extensive forest hikes will get their money's worth on this tour. The highlight is the ...

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from Gerhard Heimler, Thorsten Lensing,   Rother Bergverlag
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Rodenbach is located in the southern part of the Spessart Mountains and is known for its picturesque landscapes with dense forests, rolling hills and clear rivers. The region offers numerous hiking and cycling trails through this breathtaking natural scenery.

One of Rodenbach's main attractions is Mespelbrunn Castle, an impressive moated castle dating back to the 15th century. Here you can take part in a guided tour or simply admire the beautiful architecture.

Another highlight is the Fladungen open-air museum, where you can gain insights into life in the countryside a hundred years ago. Culture enthusiasts should also take a detour to Engelberg Monastery - a former Benedictine monastery with a fascinating history.

For gourmets, the region offers some culinary delights such as fresh bread from traditional bakeries or regional specialities like "Spessarter Braten". Many restaurants serve local products - here every gourmet gets his money's worth!

The best seasons for outdoor activities are spring to autumn: Hike along the banks of the Main or cycle through the forests. In winter, you can enjoy skiing and tobogganing on the nearby slopes.

If it rains, there are also plenty of indoor activities: Visit the museum "Erlebniswelt Fliegenfischen" or relax in one of the local thermal baths.

Where is the most beautiful? That depends on your personal preferences - whether you would rather stay in a cosy guesthouse or prefer a luxurious hotel. But one thing is certain: Rodenbach in the Spessart is definitely worth a visit!

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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
    Hiking Trail
    Spessartbogen
  • 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
  • March 19, 2022
    Juliane Hase
    Sehr angenehm zulaufen. Mischung aus Wald und Wiesen/Felder
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    Written March 19, 2022
  • May 30, 2019
    Resi Jeck
    May 30, 2019
    super tour, herrliche Landschaft
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    Written May 30, 2019
    Bicycle Rides
    Selginstadt
  • September 03, 2018
    Hans-Jürgen Müller
    July 18, 2017
    Schön war's
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    Written September 03, 2018
    Long Distance Cycling
    Main cycle route / Main triangle
  • August 13, 2018
    Jörg Tilsner
    August 11, 2018
    Bin Freitag Abends in Schlüchtern gestartet und war direkt posotiv überrascht da der Zubringer vom Bahnhof aus schon super gekennzeichnet war. Am Beginn hat man auch gleich die Brücke mit einem schönen Schild mit der Aufschrift Spessartbogen was immer schön ist für ein Bild vor der Tour. Die Kennzeichnung war stehts top und der Weg fürt oft abseits der Forstwege auf Singletrails was mir persönlich super gut gefallen hat. Bin bis Bad Orb gewandert da ich So. Mittags wieder zurück sein mußte über den Zubringe ging es dann nach Wächtersbach zum ZUg auch hier alles top beschildert. Die zeite Hälfte werde ich mal in 2 Wochen in Angriff nehmen denke das sind bestimmt genauso gut wie die erste Hälfte :-). Klare Empfehlung für den Spessartbogen
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    Written August 13, 2018
    Hiking Trail
    Spessartbogen
  • April 29, 2016
    W B
    April 22, 2016
    Eine Tour mit herrlichen Ausblicken sollte man unbedingt machen.
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    Written April 29, 2016
    Hiking Trail
    Spessartbogen
  • February 17, 2016
    Arno Meyer 
    August 04, 2015
    Waldreiche Tour und somit auch im Sommer gut zu gehen. Störend waren an dem Tag nur die Stechmücken, da es an dem Tag heiß, schwül und gewittrig war.
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    Written February 17, 2016
  • June 22, 2014
    aline faure
    March 23, 2014
    Schöne, einfache Wanderung.
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    Written June 22, 2014
    Hiking Trail
    Around the Kinzigsee
  • February 13, 2012
    Heidi K
    February 12, 2012
    Die Strecke ist super geeignet für kalte Wintertage, an denen man nicht so weit und nicht zu anstrengend laufen möchte. Und die zugefrorenen Seen sind absolut sehenswert. Mir hats gut gefallen
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    Photo: Heidi K, Community
    Written February 13, 2012
    Hiking Trail
    Around the Kinzigsee

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