The Spessart

Surrounded by dense woodland, the spa town of Bad Orb is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Saline air at the salt works and the beneficial powers of the moor have created a special healthy environment.

The Kinzig Valley is nestled between the Vogelsberg and Spessart low mountain ranges. A number of fascinating towns surrounded by stunning natural scenery can be found along the valley such as Hanau, Gelnhausen and Schlüchtern.

Nestled between the rolling hills and green woodlands of the Spessart low mountain range is the 13th-century Ronneburg Castle, one of only a few hilltop castles in Hesse still in its original state.

King Frederick I, Barbarossa, founded the town of Gelnhausen in 1170. The imperial palace was also built at this time. Today it is considered as the best-preserved palace of the Staufer dynasty in Germany. Visitors can expect romantic ruins in the medieval town.

Bad Soden-Salmünster has been renowned for its salt springs for centuries. It’s the perfect place for a wellness break and for relaxing and recharging your batteries.

The Steinau Theme Park is located in the fairy-tale landscape of the Spessart low mountain range and is the largest theme park in East Hesse.

Welcome to Steinau an der Straße, where the world-famous brothers Grimm spent their childhood. Follow their footsteps with a visit in their former family house, which is home to an exciting museum today.

Wächtersbach Castle was originally built in the 12th century as a hunting lodge and secure residence by Frederick I, commonly known as Barbarossa.

The beach resort of Kinzigsee extends across a total of nearly 60 acres along the edge of the town of Langenselbold.