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Landkreis Schweinfurt

Handthal

Steigerwald Center – Bat Trail loop from Geiersberg

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Germany

Bavaria

Lower Franconia

Landkreis Schweinfurt

Handthal

Steigerwald Center – Bat Trail loop from Geiersberg

Moderate

4.7

(47)

252

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Steigerwald Center – Bat Trail loop from Geiersberg

02:18

8.15km

170m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

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Naturpark Steigerwald

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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606 m

Steigerwald Center

Highlight • Rest Area

The concept and philosophy of the Steigerwald Center are to make sustainability tangible through the example of forest management and wood use. The Steigerwald region with its natural resources should be preserved and further developed.

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1.99 km

Bat Educational Trail (Fledermaus-Lehrpfad) in Naturpark Steigerwald

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For children of all ages, there is a path that is equipped with information boards at numerous stations. There is a lot to read and try out. 🦇😀

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2.79 km

Wooden Boardwalks in Naturpark Steigerwald

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Beautiful hiking trails. Very well done

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3.45 km

Kiosk at the Steigerwald Treetop Walk

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This small kiosk awaits you on the treetop path. This is directly at the game reserve. A little tip: You can rent a marble here for 2 euros. There are lots of tables to let the marbles dance.

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3.55 km

Wooden marble runs at Naturpark Steigerwald

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This playground is a lot of fun and joy for children 😍

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4.14 km

Entrance to the Steigerwald Treetop Walk

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The treetop path climbs up to 42 meters (tower). The length is 1150 meters.

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5.91 km

Bat Trail

Highlight • Trail

The bat trail and attractive features along the way not only delighted young people. The Steigerwald Center offers information about the forest habitat and sustainability.

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7.82 km

Brunnenhof Country Inn, Handthal

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The Landgasthaus Brunnenhof is located in a lovingly restored farmhouse in the idyllic Handthal. The Brunnenhof is open from Wednesday to Sunday from 11 a.m. and is known for its great, regional cuisine.

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8.15 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.75 km

3.66 km

703 m

Surfaces

4.12 km

1.39 km

1.28 km

1.14 km

189 m

Elevation

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Sunday 17 May

17°C

3°C

55 %

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Steigerwald Center – Bat Trail loop from Geiersberg

Steigerwald Center

Bat Educational Trail (Fledermaus-Lehrpfad) in Naturpark Steigerwald

Wooden Boardwalks in Naturpark Steigerwald

Kiosk at the Steigerwald Treetop Walk

Wooden marble runs at Naturpark Steigerwald

Entrance to the Steigerwald Treetop Walk

Bat Trail

Brunnenhof Country Inn, Handthal

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