Adventures with friends: After-work hike in beautiful Steiger!
Discover the Schönbusch Aschaffenburg hiking friends’ after-work hike on July 30th. Meeting point: Gasthof Spessartruh.

Adventures with friends: After-work hike in beautiful Steiger!
The hiking friends Schönbusch Aschaffenburg-Nilkheim invite you to a sociable after-work hike on Wednesday, July 30th. The meeting point is at 6:00 p.m. at the Gasthof Spessartruh in Steiger, an idyllic place that is perfect for an active, relaxed evening. The happy round will cover a distance of around 8 kilometers with 200 meters of elevation gain, which leads through the picturesque surroundings.
The route starts at the inn and leads via the historic Steigerer Chapel, which has been mentioned since 1660. Particularly noteworthy is the wooden statue of the Mother of God, which can be seen in the Mainfränkisches Museum Würzburg. We continue to Steinknückl, where a summit book awaits the participants who enjoy hiking. A popular resting place is the Kohlhöhe, where hikers can enjoy nature. Finally, you return to the Gasthof Spessartruh, where you can end the day with a drink.
Hiking equipment and registration
To take part, it is recommended that you bring suitable hiking shoes and enough drinks. Anyone who is interested should register with hiking guide Günther Reichel by July 29th. This event is not just for club members – guest hikers are also welcome! Registrations and inquiries can be made at Guenther.Reichel@wanderverein-nilkheim.de or by telephone at 06027/3712.
This after-work hike is a great way to explore the beautiful nature around Bessenbach and make new acquaintances. The entire Spessart-Mainland hiking region offers numerous hiking trails through peaceful forests, rolling hills and green river banks. In the Spessart, known as “Räuberland”, every hiking enthusiast will find a variety of impressive landscapes.
Discoveries in the Spessart
Another recommended hiking option is the Spessartweg 1, which leads from Aschaffenburg to Waldaschaff and covers a distance of around 18 kilometers. This varied route offers important sights such as Johannisburg Castle and the baroque Saint Elisabeth Church from Aschaffenburg. The hike is accompanied by the Schöntalpark and the Fasanerie, where nature shows itself at its best.
In the Spessart itself, the landscape with its centuries-old trees is inviting. The region is not only known for its natural beauty, but also impresses with a diverse network of trails, which is ideal for families and hobby hikers.
In summary, the after-work hike on July 30th promises a successful combination of nature experience, social gatherings and sporting activities. Participants should not miss this event and lace up their hiking boots in good time!
For further information about the hike in the Spessart, we refer to the detailed reports from my-news.de, rheinwanderer.de and komoot.com.