Visitochsenfurt – this picturesque medieval city – but do not forget its surroundings. It is worth it! Discover Mainfranken – start from Ochsenfurt The statement that Ochsenfurt is worth a trip can also be underpinned by the fact that the city is not just a cultural heritage, but rather embedded in a historically grown, sacred… Continue reading Surroundings of Ochsenfurt
Franconian Wine & Wine Region
The special appeal of the Maindreieck (the triangular stream course here) makes the vines and therefore the famous Franconian wine in the valley mature very well. In terms of soils and dimension of the wnie-growing district the Frankenwein (german labeling for this local wine) may not keep pace with its big competitors. But in fact,… Continue reading Franconian Wine & Wine Region
River Main & “Mainfranken”
Why at this point a separate page about the Main? Well, from the tourist point of view there ist the bikeway “Mainrad” along the river for instance. However, the Main as a whole is so important for the region and Ochsenfurt, that at this point a chapter of its own has to be devoted to… Continue reading River Main & “Mainfranken”
Historic Center of Ochsenfurt
The old town of Ochsenfurt has to be explored with all senses. It is nice and good, if you catch one of the many Sundays in Mainfranken. But it definitely does not hurt to sneak through alleyways, main street, and the city moat on a dull, rainy day. Because then, the feeling of being in… Continue reading Historic Center of Ochsenfurt
Ochsenfurt – Medieval Town
The Frankish middle age town Ochsenfurt is located in Unterfranken (Lower Franconia) / Germany. Located on the southern tip of the “Maindreieck”. Surrounded by forests and extensive arable land (the “Ochsenfurter Gau”). Embedded in a river valley, grapes are cultivated here as everywhere else in this region, the therefore so-called “Weinfranken” (Wine Franconia). Ochsenfurt: From… Continue reading Ochsenfurt – Medieval Town
Medieval History of Ochsenfurt
The history of the city of Ochsenfurt is not only long. It is also multi-faceted and has some really exciting legends to offer. Or is it more than just a legend? There is, for example, the actual presumed existence of a royal court. The area of this “hotel” for imperial princes and the highest Franconian… Continue reading Medieval History of Ochsenfurt