Welcome to Excursion tips in the Schweinfurt 360°

The Schweinfurt region offers explorers a wealth of magnificent Take the ferry across the to buildings, half-timbered romanticism, natural beauty spots as well get to the St. Ludwig Monastery. as cultural treasures and traditions. The Main Valley, the Hassberge Once a spa, the buildings were sub­- Mountains and the provide the scenic backdrop. Look sequently repurposed by monks as a Benedictine monastery. It forward to being surprised! now houses an educational insti- location high above its surround- tution, the Antonia Werr Center. ings, it is not currently open to the The monastery’s Church of the public, unfortunately. However, its Holy Family was built in neo-Ro- imposing appearance alone suf- manesque style and is open to fices to reflect its great impor- everyone. Embedded in the delightful the numerous historical town cen- tance and striking history. by the three communities of www..de The Steigerwald Center’s “Expe- wine landscape, the ters and marketplaces. The Gaden , and riencing sustainability“ exhibi- Schweinfurt 360° region offers buildings are an important cultural You can get the best view by in the Schweinfurt- tion is also well worth a visit. If an experience for all the senses. legacy and living witnesses of the walking up what are known as the er Mainbogen area. The objective you’re looking to experience even World-renowned museums, an past. Thanks to extensive reno- ”Himmelsleiter steps” in the old is to provide a lively impression more forest you can take a nature old town quarter as an insider tip, vation measures, the Kirchgaden town of Mainberg. of the long tradition of vegetable trail directly to the tree- romantic vineyards, villages with buildings are often the center of vil- 1 Ellertshäuser See www..de and herbal farming. A teaching top path. half-timbered idyllic and Franconi- lage life again, in some cases used garden, two tours and three ex- The Ellertshäuser See is Low- www.weinpanorama-steigerwald.de an hospitality. as museums or cultural sites, such er ’s largest and an hibitions offer exciting insights. as in . extremely popular recreational On foot or by bike you can ex- Many people only know the city and vacation paradise. There is perience first-hand the fertile of Schweinfurt in connection with plenty of space here for sailing, horticultural landscape. During its long tradition as “Ball Bearing windsurfing, boating, swimming the tour a detour into the histor- City” or by way of its soccer team and playing. Sunbathing lawns, ical old town center is highly re- 6 1.FC Schweinfurt 05. The city has commended. quiet spots for fishing and well- Franconian half-timbered long undergone a fundamental www.schweinfurter-mainbogen.de marked cycling and hiking trails buildings, winding alleys and the change in this context. are waiting for you to enjoy. A double ramparts give the city true shore path approx. 4.5 kilometers medieval flair. The town’s distinc- Immerse yourself in the excit- long stretches around the lake. tive features include the two tow- ing history of the city, discover the 3 Castle Additional facilities include a ers of the Stadtpfarrkirche church, lovingly renovated parts of the old campsite, a restaurant and a high popularly known as the “Steiger- town, swim in globally renowned The baroque palace built ropes course. From the lake it is wald Cathedral”. A look inside is 8 Kirchgaden Geldersheim art, enjoy Franconian delica- by with its merely a stone’s throw to Stadt- a must. Make sure to go back to cies – Schweinfurt offers city life New, exciting landscapes are chapel and park in English style Franconian fortified churches lauringen with a market square school in ’s first school with a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy there to be discovered every day, is popularly referred to as “the and church Gaden buildings were that impresses as an ensemble of museum or visit the Johanniska- a stroll through the pedestrian and the network of cycling and little sister of the Würzburg Resi- in earlier times used as retreat half-timbered buildings with the pelle Museum and view the sculp- zone with its boutiques or a walk hiking trails has been superbly dence” palace. Today, a large part and defensive positions in the town hall as focal feature. tures by on the banks of the Main. Our in- developed. As lifeline of the re- of the castle is used as a hospital event of conflicts. Even today, the www.ellertshaeuser-see.de and Hans Schäufelin from up close. tention with the City Map is to give gion, the River Main connects the for the district complex in Geldersheim evokes you valuable tips for your stay in Franconian wine country with the and as an orthopedic clinic. The 5 Wipfeld with the www.gerolzhofen.de historical times and is well worth Schweinfurt. Steigerwald and Hassberge nature Schlosskapelle chapel is open to St. Ludwig Monastery seeing. The ensemble includes reserves. And right in the middle the public and well worth visiting. 7 Handthal with Stollburg the St. Nikolaus parish church We would also like to rec- lies the Schweinfurt region – con- The castle park in English land- A gem among the medieval Handthal lies at the end of a dating back to the 17th centu- ommend the diverse cultural trasting landscapes come together scape style with exotic plants and villages in Franconia, Wipfeld is small valley and is therefore an ry, as well as museums and ar- and recreational offerings in and here harmoniously. ponds invites visitors for a lei- a small wine village steeped in ideal starting point to immerse chaeological exhibitions. Further around Schweinfurt, so this plan surely stroll. history on the Mainschleife with yourself in the and the such historical treasures are to also provides tips for excursions Welcome to the Schweinfurt 360° www.werneck.de well-preserved building ensem- wine panorama of the Steiger- be found in , Euer- in the region. Discover the unique Region – there are many bles in its center. wald Forest. Here you will also bach, Gochsheim, Schleerieth, Franconian cultural landscape surprises to look forward to! 4 Schweinfurter Mainbogen area: find Franconia’s highest vine- Schnackenwerth and Zeilitzheim. between the Main, Steigerwald Herbs, cabbage and turnips The”Historical Celtis Tour“ takes yard location. Going up to the www.geldersheim.de you through the narrow streets terroir-f- Forest, Hassberge and Rhön region. 2 Mainberg Castle Stollburg ruin with Savor the diversity of vegeta- past the Literaturhaus (House of vantage point to get a truly won- Regional culture and identity High up, the castle defies wind bles and herbs – this is the motto Literature) Wipfeld, a museum derful view of the wine-producing are a way of life here, as evident in and weather. In a picturesque behind a unique project initiated and the village’s cultural center. countryside is a must.

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CampinCgamplatpzingplatz and gradient-free routes around Kirchenburg / -gaden AussichtspunkErtlebnis- / Klettergarten Fähre the Main Valley right through to Hiking enthusiasts also the region, and are ideal for the The Wildlife Park an den can even scale the heights, in the challenging and sporty routes up get their money’s worth in the Museum / Sammlung SchlossG / oBlfplurgat /z Ruine Badesee Wildpark Kanu-Anlegestelle „Gelbe Welle“ vegetable and herbal farming Eichen is a particularly popular Kletterwald am See high ropes WWernern- Radcyclewe pathg MMainain- Racycledwe pathg into the Steigerwald Forest. And Schwein­furt region. Experience that has already been firmly rooted destination. Lasse the Elk,K alongirchenb urg course./ -gaden Enjoy indoorAu sclimbingsichErtslpebunknist- and/ Klet tergarten WohnmobilstFäellplhreatz / Highlight e-bikers too can look forward to breathtaking nature, slow down in here for centuries. with his family, is one of the stars bouldering in the large DAV climb- Campingplatz a relaxed cycling experience with the forest and on the water, have of the park that is home toSc hoverloss / Buringg / Rui center.ne BadeseWie ldpark Kanu-Anlegestelle „Gelbe Welle“ over 1,000 kilometers waiting for time for yourself! 19 selected Main-Radweg The chefs never fail to conjure 500 animals and 50 different spe- them. During the tours, cozy wine walking tours mean 19 ways of sat- Aussichtspunkt Fähre up new and delicious dishes from cies. Adventure playgrounds, pet- Wohnmobilstellplatz / MuseumsHighlight & exhibitions in the region taverns, rustic gardens and isfying your „wanderlust” and ex- Campingplatz regional and seasonal products. ting zoo and a children’s paddling inns invite you to enjoy Franconian ploring the region anew. Whether Badesee Kanu-Anlegestelle „Gelbe Welle“ Franconian specialties such as a pool make for a perfect experi- delicacies. on enchanted paths in the roman- a splendid testimony to active exhibition showing the history of centuries-old tradition of gypsum tic Höllental Valley, through the crispy “Schäuferle” platter or the ence, with free entry. Wohnmobilstellplatz / Highlight faith. They often sink into obliv- this former free imperial village. processing in Sulzheim. Visit the floodplain forests in Schweinfurt’s “Franconian wedding dinner” are Campingplatz ion, against which background The focus is on historical objects gypsum hills with their steppe Mainbogen area or up to Germa- served up, as well as game and from village life, alongside the ex- vegetation, which is unique in ny’s highest vineyard – the tours Wine is a focal element of poultry specialties, Franconian as- tensive collection concerning the . are sure to whet your appetite for the pleasure there. Connoisseurs paragus, fresh forest mushrooms history of the bicycle. www.gipsinformationszentrum.de more nature and culture! Franconian wine among or fish dishes, depending on the the best in the world. Wine is season. A book printing training work- Another insider tip for nature produced in the Schweinfurt and Simply enjoy being outside shop rounds off the collection and lovers is the Brönnhof, a former Steigerwald as well as on and play a round of miniature provides an insight into the histo- US Army training area north of the banks of the River Main. The golf as well. The timeless game ry of book printing from Gutenberg 9 Friedrich.Rückert.Poetikum 13 Bandkeramikmuseum Schweinfurt and today a national terroir conditions there enable the of skill is a lot of fun, even for the through to the 20th century. Oberlauringen natural heritage site. Discover na- creation of high-quality wines with very smallest members of the www.gochsheim.de A literature forum with open-air ture at its purest and, with a little a spicy note. Silvaner, Bacchus, family. Mini-golf can be played Get to know the outstanding Schwanfeld is now considered events dedicated to the sphere luck, wild horses. Müller-Thurgau or Domina: each The Steigerwald Center and at the Bahnengolfzentrum in the poet, orientalist and romanticist to be Germany’s oldest village. of Franconian literature is held one of them has its own distinc- the Nature and Environment Gar- Wehranlage park in Schweinfurt Friedrich Rückert (1788 -1866). the exhibition shows art history Immerse yourself in the Stone every year. tive character. Rustic traditional den “Natur- und Umweltgarten or even for free in the Wildlife Rückert wrote around 20,000 po- set in stone, from the Age 7,500 years ago. Get to know www.literaturhaus-wipfeld.de establishments, seasonal wine Reichelshof” have a diversity of Park. Those looking for breath- ems and mastered 44 foreign lan- to the present. A wayside-shrine courageous settlers and test your The Main, Franconia’s wine taverns, modern vinotheques or exciting forest and environmental taking effects will find the version guages. The Rückert.Poetikum in database provides interesting Stone Age skills at diverse inter- country, the Steigerwald Forest the diversity of wine festivals invite education activities on offer. with 3D glasses a really special Oberlauringen houses an exhibi- background information and sto- active hands-on stations. The 16 Steigerwald Center and Hassberge Mountains form you to enjoy a taste experience. experience. tion depicting his eventful life. Born ries about the Franconian ”Mar- exhibition is structured accord- “Experiencing - the scenic backdrop for varied cy Winemakers and certified wine Schleerieth is the fruit tree in Schweinfurt, Rückert spent his terli”. ing to the most important areas sustainability” cling tours. Romantic wine villages, experience guides offer vineyard paradise in the Schweinfurt dis- childhood in the picturesque village www.bildstockzentrum.de of life: from cattle breeding and palaces and ancient castles are just hikes, experience tours and wine trict. A fruit nature trail with in- on the edge of the Hassberge. He agriculture, linear Pottery kitchen Animals, forest, sustainabi­ some of the destinations well worth degustations. The “Original Schweinfurter teractive hands-on stations, snail- captured his childhood memories and housekeeping, jewelery and lity: See giant trees up close and visiting. Schlachtschüssel“ makes for a shaped barefoot path, animal in numerous rhymes and vers- clothing right through to burial discover what a tree looks like culinary experience of the very memory game and an observation es, sometimes with a mocking, rites and offerings. from the inside. The modern Info 12 Kirchenschatzmuseum Center is done out entirely in special kind. tower offers a lot of interesting sometimes with an affectionate www.schwanfeld.de/bandkeramik- wood and impresses with its con- information about orchard fruit. If undertone. A whole poet’s cos- museum This is an enduring tradi- you want, you can get fresh apple mos spreads out before you here. temporary architecture. By playful This museum of church and interactive means, young and tion celebrated in urban and ru- juice in the village. Browse through Rückert’s worldly 14 Literaturhaus Wipfeld 15 Gipsinformationszentrum treasure is housed in the former old alike can find out interesting The Franziskusweg (St. ral Schweinfurt since way back in wisdoms in the reading lounge and Sulzheim The Main cycle path, the Wern Francis’ Path) in Handthal is a 1840. Freshly cooked pork is eat- Water lovers have several Schweinfurt’s museums too stroll through the world of poetry in Grafenrheinfeld brewery right Enjoy literature in a house full facts about the Steigerwald For- cycle path or the 2 Franconia cycle special recommendation. Two kilo- en straight from the large wood- possibilities for cooling off in the have a big heart for children. The the Rückert garden. next door to the imposing parish of history and stories. The Baroque Discover the world of gyp- est, natural forest management and a sustainable lifestyle. But path are extremely popular. These meters long, it stretches from the en table, served in seven cours- Schweinfurt region. In Schwein- Georg Schäfer Museum for exam- www.rueckert-poetikum.de church with its twin towers. Visi- half-timbered building’s magnifi- sum at the Gypsum Information are complemented by a wide choice Steigerwald Center through a fas- es, accompanied by farmhouse furt there is the Silvana sport ple, invites youngsters to come tors get an in-depth insight into cent stucco ceilings and colourful Center. A tour through the exhi- it’s best outside at the learning stations or with the long-jump- of themed routes: you can cycle in cinating landscape with extensive bread, , sauerkraut and leisure pool, in Gerolzhofen along and paint or experiment, 10 Fränkisches Bildstockzent- 11 Reichsdorfmuseum the treasure chamber of the lit- wall paintings conjure up a spe- bition in a former tithe barn will ing animals. Then you can relax the tracks of poet Friedrich Rückert forests, ancient culture, meadows and sometimes typical Schlacht- the Geomaris complex. The the “Art for Children” series takes rum | Franconian Wayside Gochsheim urgy. The exhibition includes pre- cial flair. Audio and interactive give you a detailed insight into the on the sun terrace, let your gaze or the Baroque architect Balthasar and vineyards. Along the way you schüssel songs as well. This cu- Ellertshäuser See, Sennfelder place every Sunday. The Kunsthal- Shrines Center | cious objects such as figures of hands-on stations relate to four origins, mining and today’s use of wander, and enjoy products from Neumann, through former free will encounter eight animal legends The local wine goes perfectly linary and convivial delight is in See, Baggersee Grafenrheinfeld le Schweinfurt gallery gives chil- Egenhausen Kirchgaden buildings used saints, monstrances and goblets renowned poets from Wipfeld: gypsum. In the wild you can expe- imperial villages and encounter told by St. Francis of Assisi. Time with asparagus. The sandy soils season from September to April or Schweinfurter Baggersee like- dren the opportunity to be creative to provide refuge in the event of as well as exquisite ecclesiastical Conrad Celtis, Eulegius Schnei- rience gypsum on a gypsum trail the region. wine, asparagus and herbs with all for yourself, for musings and expe- around Schweinfurt ensure that - even as a vegetarian option if wise extend an invitation to take a themselves and take their works of Wayside shrines are an ex- attack or war. Today, the Gaden vestments. der, Engelbert Klüpfel and Niko- 7 km long. On info-boards you can www.steigerwald-zentrum.de your senses. riencing nature! this exquisite vegetable thrives in you wish! dip in the cool water. And here you art home with them as souvenirs. pression of deep piety and give buildings in Gochsheim house an www.grafenrheinfeld.de laus Müller. find out interesting facts about the