The Spessart : Forest, Castles, Palaces, Legends

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Inspiration: The Spessart

About forests, castles, palaces, and legends

Spessart : The Forest, Castles, Palaces, and Legends

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Wohnwagen, Wiese, Wege, Campingplatz | © Bert Schwarz 2024

Spessart

Arrival

Base camp (north)
Hutten-Heiligenborn campsite

Tor, Brücke, Wiesen | © Bert Schwarz 2024

City Guide

Schlüchtern

Visited by Bert Schwarz

Hof, Haus, Brüder-Grimm-Haus, Steinau a.d.Str. | © Bert Schwarz 2024

City Guide

Steinau an der Strasse

Visited by Bert Schwarz

Platz, Brunnen, Bad Orb | © Bert Schwarz 2024

City Guide

Bad Orb

Visited by Bert Schwarz

Häuser, Dächer, Kirchen | © Bert Schwarz 2024

City Guide

Gelnhausen

Visited by Bert Schwarz

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City Guide

Aschaffenburg

Visited by Bert Schwarz

Strasse, Häuser, Bäume | © Bert Schwarz 2024
City Guide

Obernburg

Visited by Bert Schwarz

Wasserschloss, Wald, Hügel | © Bert Schwarz 2024
City Guide

Miltenberg

Visited by Bert Schwarz

Spessart, Eisenhammer | © Bert Schwarz 2020

Overland

Destination spotlight: The Spessart

The Spessart is a low mountain range and forest area that stretches across parts of Lower Franconia and across the state border into Hesse. It is one of the largest contiguous forest areas in Germany, known for its dense forests, rolling hills and peaceful surroundings. The Spessart is dotted with charming villages, medieval castles and historical sites, such as Mespelbrunn Castle, a well-preserved moated castle. The region has a rich folk tradition, often associated with the stories of the ‘Spessart Robbers’, which have been romanticised in German literature and film. In the Spessart, you will find many small villages nestled among the woods, where you might imagine the fox and the hare saying ‘good night’ to each other. Depending on your personal taste, you are sure to find a spot or two that will leave you with fond memories for years to come.

Our round trip, which will last a whole year, begins in Schlüchtern in the north. The town is located at the intersection of the Rhön, Vogelsberg and Spessart mountains. And our mobile bedroom is located in the district of Hutten, surrounded by nature. From here, you can go on hikes, bike rides or car trips to explore the area... or stock up the fridge.

Wald, Spessart | © Bert Schwarz 2023
Schlossruine, Wald, Hügel | © Bert Schwarz 2020
City Guide

Wertheim

Visited by Bert Schwarz

Bäume, Schloss, Lohr | © Bert Schwarz 2024
City Guide

Lohr am Main

Visited by Bert Schwarz

Wohnmobil, Wohnwagen, Campingplatz | © Bert Schwarz 2025

Spessart

Arrival

Base camp (south)
Campingpark Wertheim-Bettingen

Shortcuts : Spessart

Editor's Recommendations

Burg, Nebengebaeude | © Bert Schwarz 2024
Castles - Palaces - Manor Houses

Brandenstein Castle

A residential, commercial and defensive compound dating back almost 750 years.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

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Castles - Palaces - Manor Houses

Schwarzenfels Castle

The region's knight's castle on top of a black basalt hops hill.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

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Castles - Palaces - Manor Houses

Ramholz Palace

A truly magical place.
Discovered by Bert Schwarz

Wasserschloss, Wald, Hügel | © Bert Schwarz 2024
Castles - Palaces - Manor Houses

Mespelbrunn moated castle

A charming little castle surrounded by the wild beauty of the forest.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

Strasse, Häuser, Bäume | © Bert Schwarz 2024
Ancient craft

Hammer Mill Hasloch

Travelling back to a time when even heavy industry was manual labour.
Seen by Bert Schwarz.

Papiermühle, Bäume, Garten | © Bert Schwarz 2021
Kunsthandwerk

Homburg paper mill

A place where paper has been sourced by hand for 200 years.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

Reisekutsche, Bäume, Reisende | © Bert Schwarz 2021
Castles - Palaces - Manor Houses

Rothenfels Castle, Rothenfels

Fortress in the Middle Ages, today a youth castle and educational centre for young people and adults.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

Reisekutsche, Bäume, Reisende | © Bert Schwarz 2021
Highlight

Spessart museum, Lohr

Here you will be guided through the history of the region.
Experienced by Bert Schwarz

Haus, Baum, Hof | © Bert Schwarz 2024
Highlight

Brothers Grimm House,
Steinau a.d.Str.

This is where the Brothers Grimm worked.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

Food and drink in Spessart

Ziegen, Ziegenstall | © Bert Schwarz 2024
Food

Monastery courtyards, Gomfritz

Goat farming, cheese dairy and farm shop.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

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Special treat

Brewery Faust, Miltenberg

Special regional beer since 1654.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

St. Kilian | © Bert Schwarz 2025
Special treat

St. Kilian Distillers, Rüdenau

Genuine whisky from River Main.
Discovered by Bert Schwarz

Strasse, Menschen Häuser, Zum Riesen | © Bert Schwarz 2025
Cuisine

Restaurant "Zum Riesen", Miltenberg

Culinary delights to accompany a cold beer. Visited by Bert Schwarz

History, style and culture in the Spessart

Eingangstor, Hof, Skulptur | © Bert Schwarz 2024
Style & Culture

The Palace Museum, Aschaffenburg

The Municipal Castle Museum displays works of art and historical artefacts from six centuries in an area covering 1,400 m².
Visited by Bert Schwarz

Eingangstor, Hof, Skulptur | © Bert Schwarz 2024
Style & Culture

Pompejaneum, Aschaffenburg

In 1848, a walk-through model of a Roman house was completed, intended to be accessible to everyone.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

Eingangstor, Hof, Skulptur | © Bert Schwarz 2024
Style & Culture

Museum Christian Schad,
Aschaffenburg

Exciting insights into Schad's diverse work.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

Eingangstor, Hof, Skulptur | © Bert Schwarz 2024
Style & Culture

Jesuit Church Art Gallery,
Aschaffenburg

A unique art gallery in the historic Jesuit church.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

Haus, Autos | © Bert Schwarz 2024
Style & Culture

Gentil House,
Aschaffenburg

A fascinating piece of history from more than 100 years ago.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

Strasse, Häuserzeile | © Bert Schwarz 2024
Style & Culture

Kunstlanding,
Aschaffenburg

Here, changing exhibitions of contemporary and experimental art are displayed in a 600 m² space.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

Wasserschloss, Wald, Hügel | © Bert Schwarz 2024
Style & Culture

Museum of Jewish History and Culture, Aschaffenburg

Exciting insights into the fate of the local Jewish community.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

Papiermühle, Bäume, Garten | © Bert Schwarz 2021
Style & Culture

Natural History Museum,
Aschaffenburg

Interesting exhibits in a museum within a museum.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

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Style & Culture

Abbey museum,
Aschaffenburg

An extraordinary cultural treasure trove.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

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Style & Culture

Castle Museum,
Miltenberg

The artworks invite you to look beyond the boundaries of life and the world.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

Innenhof, Museumseingang | © Bert Schwarz 2025
Style & Culture

City Museum,
Miltenberg

The collections tell the story of the city and region from the Stone Age to the present day..
Visited by Bert Schwarz

Papiermühle, Bäume, Garten | © 2022
Style & Culture

Little Castle in The Courtyard Garden, Wertheim

Concerts and changing exhibitions give this small Rococo palace, built in 1777, a constantly changing splendour.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

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Style & Culture

Glas Museum,
Wertheim

On a journey through the 3,000-year history of glass, I discover the heart of this material.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

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Style & Culture

County Museum,
Wertheim

The county museum provides an insight into cultural, artistic and everyday life.
Visited by Bert Schwarz

Sleep in the Spessart

Wohnwagen, Campingplatz, Wald | © Bert Schwarz 2025
Sleep

Aqua-Camping,
Klingenberg

Main, Campingplatz, Spessart | © Bert Schwarz 2025
Sleep

Campsite MainCamping,
Miltenberg

Wohnwagen, Wiese, Wege, Campingplatz | © Bert Schwarz 2024

Sleep

Campsite Hutten-Heiligenborn
Schlüchtern

Wohnmobil, Wohnwagen, Campingplatz | © Bert Schwarz 2025
Sleep

Campsite
Wertheim-Bettingen

Campingplatz, Bäume, Wohnwagen | © Bert Schwarz 2025
Sleep

Campsite MainGlück
Neustadt am Main.

Wohnwagen, Campingplatz | © Bert Schwarz 2025
Sleep

Campsite Saaleinsel
Gemünden am Main

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