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Wiesentheid

Welcome to Wiesentheid, a charming town in the district of Kitzingen, Germany. As a travel destination, it is definitely worth a visit! In this Travel Guide we would like to introduce you to the highlights and special features of Wiesentheid.

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Attractions in Wiesentheid


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recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 17.3 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 169 m
Descent 222 m

Scenically varied, delightful hike starting from the vineyards near Abtswind through forest and fields via the Ilmbach hunting lodge and ...

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from Helmuth Gatti,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Bicycle Rides · Franconian Wine Country
History route (Route 11) in the Kitzingen region
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 40.1 km
Duration 3:15 h
Ascent 153 m
Descent 157 m

The historical journey starts in the town of Volkach. In the very next village, the well-known wine village of Sommerach, you should visit one or ...

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from Landratsamt Kitzingen,   Kitzinger Land
Bicycle Rides · Steigerwald
Castles Route (Route 9)
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 39.7 km
Duration 3:15 h
Ascent 184 m
Descent 184 m

Urgent: Currently, due to the expansion of the BAB3, there are regular closures on the ST2420 Rüdenhausen-Wiesentheid, the B286 or the KT 58.

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from Landratsamt Kitzingen,   Kitzinger Land
Bicycle Rides · Franconian Wine Country
Garden Land Route (Route 4)
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 45 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 114 m
Descent 114 m

 Past greenhouses and vegetable fields, historic town centers, and vineyards, this route leads into the Kitzingen garden land full of ...

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from Landratsamt Kitzingen,   Kitzinger Land
Map / Steigerwald Panorama Route - 5th stage - From Abtswind to Ebrach
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.4 km
Duration 5:15 h
Ascent 153 m
Descent 279 m

What views! On the ridge of the Steigerwald over several hills. Small settlements offer a welcome change and opportunities for refreshment.

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from Dr. Konrad Lechner,   Wandermagazin
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 248.5 km
Duration 17:12 h
Ascent 514 m
Descent 514 m

Varied, relaxed bike route along the 4 Franconian rivers Aisch, Regnitz, Main, and Reiche Ebrach - from beer Franconia to wine Franconia.

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from Alois Kotzer,   Community
Hiking Trail · Steigerwald
Steigerwald Panoramaweg
Premium content Difficulty difficult
Distance 161.8 km
Duration 44:15 h
Ascent 2,840 m
Descent 2,825 m

Hiking route right through the heart of Franconia – over more than 160 km from Bamberg to Bad Windsheim

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recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 301.4 km
Duration 20:55 h
Ascent 914 m
Descent 915 m

5-stage cycling route along the Ebrach to Prichsenstadt for the wine festival, then along the Main to Würzburg. From there into the Tauber valley ...

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from Alois Kotzer,   Community
Long Distance Cycling · Fichtelgebirge
3-day route: From Franconia to Swabia (Bayreuth - Aalen)
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 334.1 km
Duration 24:00 h
Ascent 2,343 m
Descent 2,256 m

3-day route from Bayreuth via Franconian Switzerland, Bamberg, Würzburg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Dinkelsbühl to Aalen

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from Mikro Abenteurer,   Community
Long Distance Cycling · Steigerwald
Cycling trip along Aisch-Regnitz-Main
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 425.7 km
Duration 30:00 h
Ascent 1,743 m
Descent 1,743 m

Franconian 3 Rivers Route: Aisch-Regnitz-Main. This cycling trip includes everything: culture, nature, enjoyment with Franconian cuisine, and ...

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from Sibylla Högele,   Community
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Geographically, Wiesentheid lies in the heart of Franconian wine country and thus offers not only scenic beauty but also culinary delights. The region is known for its wines from the Silvaner and Müller-Thurgau varieties, as well as for its numerous fruit and vegetable growing areas.

The sights are many and varied: Weissenstein Castle, a baroque jewel with magnificent rooms, now houses the German Carnival Museum. The Schlosspark Theatre also attracts many visitors every year - performances are held here regularly. Those who prefer to spend time outside should take a walk through the romantic park or enjoy the view from the tower of St. John's Church.

Cultural highlights can also be discovered: In summer, the music festival "Wiesenzeit" takes place - a highlight for all fans of jazz, blues and rock music. Another highlight is the traditional wine festival in September - here you can celebrate comfortably with a glass of wine.

Wiesentheid also has a lot to offer in terms of cuisine: Be sure to try the regional specialities such as the famous Franconian wine or the hearty dishes like bratwurst with sauerkraut.

For outdoor activities, there are many possibilities in Wiesentheid. In summer, the numerous cycling and hiking paths through vineyards and orchards invite you to explore the surroundings. A canoe trip on the Main is also recommended. In winter, you can enjoy ice skating or cross-country skiing.

And what do you do in Wiesentheid when it rains? Then you can visit museums such as the Fastnachtsmuseum (Carnival Museum) or the Heimatmuseum (Museum of Local History) as well as go shopping in the small boutiques and shops in the town.

Where is the most beautiful? It's hard to say - each place has its own charm! But if you enjoy nature, you should definitely take a trip to the nearby Steigerwald Landscape Park - here you will find pure peace and relaxation!

We hope this guide has helped you plan your trip to Wiesentheid. We hope you enjoy your discovery tour of this enchanting town in the district of Kitzingen!

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Reviews

  • August 10, 2025
    Spachmann Werner 
    August 10, 2025
    Wunderschöne Tour durch die Weinberge und Weindörfer mit tollen Ausblicken auf die Mainschleife. Die Tour ist sehr gut beschildert und markiert. Empfehlenswert!!
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    Written August 10, 2025
  • August 29, 2021
    Ta Ni
    May 09, 2021
    Sehr schöne Fahrradtour gut ausgeschildert, war sehr ruhig
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    Written August 29, 2021
    Bicycle Rides
    Castles Route (Route 9)
  • July 04, 2021
    Dirk Bretschneider
    July 03, 2021
    Schöne abwechslungsreiche Tour übers Land - nette Orte auf dem Weg, eher nicht leicht weil es auf und ab geht, und tatsächlich viele Schlösser am Wegesrand, meistens jedoch nicht zu besichtigen - dennoch eine Empfehlung
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    Written July 04, 2021
    Bicycle Rides
    Castles Route (Route 9)
  • July 26, 2020
    Georg Georg
    Eine sehr schöne Tour mit wenigen Höhenmetern bestens für eine Packtaschentour geeignet. Highlight Vogelburg: Lohnenswerter kulinarischer und aussichtsreicher Abstecher. Zwischen Fahr und Volkach liegt die Vogelburg südlich vom Main in der Nähe von Nordheim. Mit schwerem Gepäck empfiehlt es sich vielleicht die Tour im Uhrzeigersinn zu fahren um unnötige Qualen um den höchsten Punkt der Tour (Gräfenneuses) zu vermeiden.
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    bei der Vogelburg bei Nordheim
    Photo: Georg Georg, Community
    Written July 26, 2020
  • May 19, 2019
    Marla Ballard
    May 19, 2019
    Super!
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    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
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    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
    Photo: Marla Ballard, Community
    Written May 19, 2019
    Bicycle Rides
    Castles Route (Route 9)
  • June 02, 2018
    C. S. 
    May 15, 2018
    unsere letzte Etappe des Panoramaweges führt durch Wälder, Wiesen und Felder nach Markt Ebrach, wo man sich unbedingt die Klosteranlage anschauen sollte. Unser Fazit für diesen Weitwanderweg bis hierhin: Ganz nett, aber es ist halt kein zertifizierter Premium-Wanderweg, und das merkt man auch. Für unseren Geschmack gibt es zuwenig Rastplätze/Bänke - bei Tageswanderungen möchte man ja auch mal sein Butterbrot essen und das ist auf einer Bank sitzend halt viel angenehmer als auf einem Baumstumpf. Die Wegeführung könnte an einigen Stellen noch verbessert werden (zuviel Forststrassen/Schotterwege).
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    Aussichtspunkt Glösberg
    Photo: C. S., Community
    Written June 02, 2018
  • May 13, 2017
    Stefan Grothus 
    .... habe die Bewertung vergessen...
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    Written May 13, 2017

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