Markt Taschendorf among hills and valleys

Markt Taschendorf is a residential community on the southeastern foothills of the Steigerwald, nestled among hills and valleys. It lies in the valleys of the Kleine Weisach and the Steinach; the town and its districts are situated among the forested heights of the southern Steigerwald.

Hiking and cycling routes through the countryside

Well-signposted hiking trails invite residents and visitors to experience the countryside, and the same goes for the cycling routes. You can spend time outdoors on foot or by bike. Markt Taschendorf is also a stop on the “rauf und runter” cycling tour and one of five communities in the “Schwarzenberger Land” tourist region.

Fountain, church and picnic spot in town

The fountain in the town center is fed by an ancient spring. It features a one-meter-tall stone-carved farmer’s wife with a water bucket and two geese. This figure is why the fountain is known locally as “Gänsbrunna.”

St. John’s Church is named after the Evangelist John. A barbecue area in Markt Taschendorf can be used for a break and a barbecue.

In the wider Neustadt A.D.Aisch-Bad Windsheim destination

The district of Neustadt a.d.Aisch-Bad Windsheim also offers ideas for outdoor excursions: nestled between the Steigerwald and Frankenhöhe nature parks, it can be explored on foot or by bike. The district-wide cycling network includes themed routes for a range of abilities, from leisurely rides to more challenging cycling. The nearly 100-kilometer “vom Main zur Zenn” long-distance cycling route passes through the district and connects Kitzingen with Fürth. The salt lake at Franken-Therme in Bad Windsheim offers a unique floating experience thanks to its saturated brine.

Cultural highlights include the Franconian Open Air Museum in Bad Windsheim. A walk through the museum is like a journey through 700 years of everyday Franconian history. The Bauhofstadel barn at the museum was built between 1441 and 1444; its late-medieval roof structure spans an interior of about 360 square meters without supports. At the Aischgründer Carp Museum in Neustadt an der Aisch, visitors can learn about the more than 1,250-year tradition of carp farming in ten rooms.

Regional specialties and seasonal offerings can also inspire your travel plans. The Aischgründer mirror carp is a local specialty in Neustadt an der Aisch and is served from September to April, including crispy fried or blue-boiled in broth. The Aischgründer Carp Lover Weeks take place every year from September 1 to November 1 at selected restaurants in the district; check which establishments are participating before your trip. The district’s game weeks take place every November and feature game prepared in a variety of ways. Check the current program for details.

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