Running in Main-Spessart is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Main-Spessart—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: September 28, 2025

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1. View of Karlburg loop from Karlburg

15.8km

01:38

40m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. View of Karlburg – View of Karlsburg loop from Harrbach

14.5km

01:29

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Marian column on the banks of the Main – View of Kloster Triefenstein loop from Marktheidenfeld

11.2km

01:10

70m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Running loop from Partenstein

10.4km

01:05

60m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. View of Karlburg loop from Karlstadt (Main)

7.19km

00:44

10m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Karlburg Castle near Karlstadt loop from Karlburg

7.15km

00:45

30m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Running loop from Hofraith

12.1km

01:17

110m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Karlburg Castle near Karlstadt – View of Karlsburg loop from Karlstadt (Main)

8.51km

00:53

30m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Running loop from Himmelstadt

7.72km

00:48

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Start of the Marathon Route loop from Retzbach

11.0km

01:08

40m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in Main-Spessart

1. View of Karlburg loop from Karlburg

2. View of Karlburg – View of Karlsburg loop from Harrbach

3. Marian column on the banks of the Main – View of Kloster Triefenstein loop from Marktheidenfeld

4. Running loop from Partenstein

5. View of Karlburg loop from Karlstadt (Main)

6. Karlburg Castle near Karlstadt loop from Karlburg

7. Running loop from Hofraith

8. Karlburg Castle near Karlstadt – View of Karlsburg loop from Karlstadt (Main)

9. Running loop from Himmelstadt

10. Start of the Marathon Route loop from Retzbach

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