Bischofsheim in der Rhön

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Bischofsheim in der Rhön is a picturesque town located in the Bavaria region of Germany. Nestled in the heart of the Rhön Mountains, this charming destination offers visitors a perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural attractions.

One of the main draws of Bischofsheim in der Rhön is its stunning natural surroundings. The town is surrounded by lush forests, rolling hills, and meandering rivers, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and birdwatching. The Rhön Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO-protected area, is a must-visit for nature enthusiasts, offering a diverse range of flora and fauna to discover.

In addition to its natural beauty, Bischofsheim in der Rhön also boasts a rich cultural heritage. The town's historic center is dotted with traditional half-timbered houses, quaint cobblestone streets, and charming local shops and cafes. Visitors can immerse themselves in the local culture by exploring the town's museums, art galleries, and historic landmarks, such as the St. Michael's Church and the Bischofsheim Castle.

For those interested in regional cuisine, Bischofsheim in der Rhön offers a delectable array of traditional Bavarian dishes, including hearty stews, savory sausages, and freshly baked breads. The town's local eateries and beer gardens provide the perfect opportunity to savor the flavors of the region while soaking in the tranquil atmosphere.

Local name: Bischofsheim an der Rhön Population: 4.8 thous. (2019)Area: 26.15 mi²Coordinates: 50°24'3"N, 10°0'25"E

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Nearby attractions include: Kreuzberg, Gangolfsberg, Kreuzberg Group, Rother Kuppe.

2.4 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Kreuzberg, Rhön-Grabfeld
63 min walk • The Kreuzberg is one of the Rhön Mountains in southern Germany. With about 928 m high it is the highest elevation of the Bavarian part of the Rhön, in the province of Lower Franconia.
5.7 miNE
Mountain
Gangolfsberg, Rhön Biosphere Reserve
145 min walk • Gangolfsberg is a mountain of Bavaria, Germany.
2.4 miSW
Mountain
Kreuzberg Group, Rhön Biosphere Reserve
62 min walk • The Kreuzberg Group is a small range of low mountains in northern Bavaria, Germany, which is named after its highest peak, the Kreuzberg. The group is part of the Southern High Rhön, which is in turn part of the High Rhön, a mountain region within the East Hesse Highlands.
7 miNE
Natural attraction, Nature, Mountain
Rother Kuppe
178 min walk • Rother Kuppe is a mountain in Bavaria, Germany.
4.1 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Heidelstein
106 min walk • The Heidelstein, between Bischofsheim an der Rhön in the Bavarian county of Rhön-Grabfeld and Wüstensachsen in the Hessian county of Fulda, is a mountain, 925.7 m above sea level high, on the state border in the mountains of the High Rhön, part of the German Central Upland range of Rhön.
2.6 miNW
Natural attraction, Nature, Mountain
Himmeldunkberg
67 min walk • The Himmeldunkberg or Himmeldunk is a 887.9 m above sea level m high, extinct volcano in the High Rhön in Germany. It straddles the Bavarian-Hessian state border.
7 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Wachtküppel
178 min walk • Wachtküppel is a mountain of Hesse, Germany in the vicinity of the Wasserkuppe in the Rhön Mountains.
6.5 miSW
Natural attraction, Nature, Mountain
Totnansberg
165 min walk • The Totnansberg, occasionally also called the Totmannsberg, is the highest peak in the Black Mountains, a subunit of the Rhön in central Germany.
4 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Long Rhön
102 min walk • The Long Rhön is a ridge in the Central Rhön which forms part of the High Rhön within the Rhön Mountains. The Long Rhön is an elongated basalt plateau in the centre, roughly 800 metres above sea level, which is only occasional interrupted by mountain peaks. Its highest mountain is the Heidelstein.
5.5 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Feldberg
140 min walk • The Feldberg is a mountain in the Rhön highlands in the German state of Hesse. It is 815.2 m above sea level. It is located about three kilometres northeast of Gersfeld in the county of Fulda, near the border with Bavaria and is part of the Hessian Rhön Nature Park and the Rhön Biosphere Reserve.
1.8 miE
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Altenbrenda Castle, Rhön Biosphere Reserve
47 min walk • Altenbrenda Castle was is a lowland castle, now reduced to a burgstall, located in the Großer Garten, 1000 metres northeast of the present village of Unterweißenbrunn in the borough of Bischofsheim an der Rhön in the Lower Franconian county of Rhön-Grabfeld in Bavaria.