Wasungen's landmark

Maienluft Castle, above the Carnival town of Wasungenis always worth a detour on cycling or hiking tours. Of course, the historic walls have long since shed their impressive fortified character as a protective structure for the High Road between Würzburg and the Thuringian Basin, Castle romance Nevertheless, it still exudes an enchanting charm today. This is not only due to the impressive tower ("keep") and the Gothic pointed arch gates, which have withstood the ravages of time. It is also the building erected on the former farm buildings Gastronomy in a splendid half-timbered style and the stately view of the town and Werra valley give the entire complex a unique character. sympathetic medieval charmthat makes you forget the present a little.

Experience package:

1) Wanderer of the Werra-Burgen-Steig will inevitably pass by the picturesque site - one more reason to pack your rucksack and lace up your boots to set off on the famous long-distance hiking trail between the source of the Werra and the Weserstein (Hann.Münden).

2) Visitors to Wasungen can visit the Forest Botanical Garden which is only a few minutes' walk from Maienluft Castle and displays a considerable number of different species and forms of trees and shrubs. The park is open all year round and can be visited free of charge.