Mainfranken – made for you and me
The Mainfranken Regiopolitan Area, where work is good and living is easy. A region in the middle of Germany, covering seven counties and the two independent cities of Würzburg and Schweinfurt. One million people live here, in the midst of beautiful natural landscapes and small town urban flair.
More than 85,000 employers are based in the region: Start-ups, global players, hidden champions and numerous internationally active family businesses.
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Mainfranken is simply awesome
A great work environment and a relaxing lifesyle – a dynamic location with an outstanding enjoyment factor.
Living in Mainfranken
Whether it’s biking along the banks of the Main, hiking on the panoramic trails of the Hochrhön, singing along at a concert, or enjoying a glass of franconian wine at one of the legendary wine festivals. Work-Life balance guaranteed.
Mainfranken offers a mix of leisure activities that make you feel good and enjoy life to its fullest.
Working in Mainfranken
There is no unemployment in Mainfranken. Consequently, there is a shortage of qualified workers, managers and those who aspire to become just that. The need is especially great in the technical sector, but shortages are also present in healthcare and trades. There are many opportunities at exciting companies that are currently looking for talent.
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FAVOURITE LOCATION
HIKING IN THE VINEYARD
The trail Kobelweg Rimpar offers much to see, hear and feel in the way of ecology and nature. The experience is designed like a squirrels nest, a “Kobel” in German, hence the name.Kobelweg Rimpar
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TWO HOURS FOR CONTEMPLATION
A combination of spirituality, art and nature. A meditative hike along this loop trail will inevitably lead you to more inner peace. Each one of the ten art stations has a bench and you are invited to sit and let the place do its work. Plan on two hours for the trip.St. Francis Trail
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THE LAND OF WIDE OPEN SPACES
The UNESCO Biosphere Reserve is not only home to many rare species of plants and animals. The diverse cultural landscapes are also a model for sustainable agriculture. This all adds up to great quality of life.UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Rhön
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HISTORY FIRSTHAND
In Geldersheim, just outside of Schweinfurt, is a historical church that is surrounded by a circle of small storage buildings. That kind of structural ensemble is common in the Mainfranken region but the storage huts in Geldersheim are particularly beautiful.Geldersheim Gaden
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SUMMER NEAR THE WATER
In the summer, the Main River Promenade is a great place to enjoy a drink next to the city beach. Or you can rent a BBQ boat with your friends and explore the Main River that way. Simply a dream! BTW, this is also a destination of many tourist cruise ships that allow their passengers time to explore the city.Gutermann-Promenade
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ART AND CULTURE ON THREE LEVELS
The former women’s monastery now houses art and culture on three floors. Exhibits, concerts, lectures, markets and much more are offered on a regular basis.Wechterswinkel Monastery
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LEISURELY CANOE TOURS
A canoe tour through the Saale Valley between Hammelburg and Gemünden is perfect for the entire family. It’s a leisurely paddle past meadows and you may even get a glimpse of a fairy dancing, maybe.Canoe Touring through the Saale Valley
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BICYCLING WITH THE KIDS
Ride your bike through the Mainaue Meadow near Hassfurt, right through a bird sanctuary. You can watch birds close up, which is great for kids too. The route is away from roads and traffic and offers easy cruising on a paved or finely graveled path.Life Bike Trail “Mainaue bei Hassfurt”
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JUST GOING FOR A STROLL
Is a special treat along the “Grabengärten” Park next to the old city walls.Zeil am Main
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ON TOP OF THE WORLD
The sightseeing tower at the Zabelstein Mountain is 19 meters high. It is the highest point in the area and when the weather is good, you can see for 80 km.Zabelstein Tower
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IDYLLIC MAIN RIVER LOOP
Along the Main River Loop, between the towns of Schweinfurt and Würzburg, there is the picturesque wine town of Wipfeld that affords fabulous views across the Main River Valley. Plus you can get a look at the historical “Wengert” vineyard that has been unchanged since 1723.Wipfeld
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CHAMBERMUSIC AT THE CASTLE
In the Grand Hall of the Homburg Castle you can enjoy the sounds of times gone by: Concerts played on meticulously restored instruments from the 17th and 18th centuries. During breaks, enjoy a glass of wine and the marvelous view across the Main River Valley.Clavier am Main
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MAIN RIVER VALLEY EXPLORATION BY BOAT
Warm summer days are best spent in a row boat, canoe or motorboat.Paddling & Boating
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ENJOYING SUMMER TO THE FULLEST
Sunbathing, a patio on the lake, a nature playground with a mud pit! That is enough for a summer’s worth of fun. Every day.Arnstein Natural Swimming Lake
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A RELAXING STROLL
Enjoy a leisurely stroll through quaint wine towns with many half-timbered houses and crooked alleys. Peace and tranquility.Sulzfeld
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HIKING WITH A REWARD
You have to climb 928 m to get to the top of the Kreuzberg Mountain. Your reward is delicious monastery beer, a fantastic view of the mountains of the Rhön region and great conditions for hiking and skiing.The Kreuzberg Mountain
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HERBS, CABBAGE AND ROOTS
Explore the vegetable-growing techniques of times gone by at the giant teaching garden in Gochsheim.Gochsheim Teaching Garden
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PLAYFUL OASIS
There is a small and beautiful space of tranquility in the middle of town: The Lusamgärtchen. It is a small courtyard of a few square meters that has trees and ivy. If you desire some peace and quiet before, during or after a shopping trip, stop by here and be still.Lusamgärtchen
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WORRY-FREE SWIMMING
The last, official testing classified the water quality as excellent. So feel free to let your kids play to their hearts desire.Swimming Lake Sulzfeld
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THE ULTIMATE IN FLAIR
Strolling through art galleries, exploring antique stores, and admiring art in a medieval atmosphere: That’s what you do in Sommerhausen. And let’s not even get started about the Christmas Market…Sommerhausen
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NOTHING BUT LIES
At the Kapellenberg Mountain in Eibelstadt, you can learn about the famous Lügensteine (lie stones) that appeared in town in 1725 while walking the Lügenstein Trail.Lügensteinweg, Eibelstadt
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FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT
The Schweinfurt Animal Park does not charge entry fees and aside from the animals, there are QR codes posted all over inviting kids to download exercises that challenge them to figure things out, draw or take pictures. And, of course, there is also a petting zoo.Wildpark an den Eichen
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TAKING A BREAK FROM SHOPPING
In the summer months, the Vierröhren Fountain Square is a great place to take a break at a street café and enjoy some ice cream while watching the water-spouting dolphins of the fountain and listening to street musicians.The Vierröhren Fountain Square
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SUMMER FUN AT THE BIG LAKE
The Ellertshäuser Swimming Lake invites you to swim, windsurf, and rent a row or pedal boat. You can also climb and hike along the shoreline. This is a great place to visit with friends and family.Ellertshäuser Swimming Lake
Favorite Places
Places that are full of life as well as magical locations where you can just take in the sweeping views.
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FAVOURITE MOMENT
A BAROQUE SCENE
June / JulyThe Hofgarten surrounding the Residenz Castle is the location of a beautiful, annual wine fest from the end of June to early July. It is simply picturesque! We recommend riding your bicycle to the festival.
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THE MOTHER OF ALL FESTIVALS IN LOHR
End of JulyThe end of July spells festival time in Lohr: An early drink for you and a circus performance for the kids, a variety of shows in the evenings and so much more. Just come by and join the festivities.
Spessart Festival Week in Lohr
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VILLAGE THEATER
June – AugustEvery five years, the entire village of Sömmersdorf gets together and performs a passion play. 500 of the town’s 618 inhabitants are involved in the endeavor! Nowadays, there are also smaller performances in the in-between years.
Sömmersdorf Passion Play
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ADVENTUROUS OUTDOOR THEATER
JulyOutdoor theater performances of the dramatic, new adventures of the Knight Florian Geyer during the Peasant’s Uprising mesmerize visitors every year.
Florian-Geyer-Festspiele Giebelstadt
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FOR ROSEBUSH LOVERS
JuneKönigsberg and its picturesque half-timbered houses is a jewel. At the castle mountain, 100 cultivators of exquisite roses from all over Germany showcase their creations every year during the month of June.
Rose Fair
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SEVEN WONDERFUL SUMMER NIGHTS
July-AugustDuring the summer, there are concerts at the Bad Neustadt Market Square on seven Thursday evenings. As the director of the city’s cultural department sums it up: “It is our intention to thoroughly entertain our visitors with music of the highest acumen.” Don’t wait.
Bad Neustadt Market Square Summer
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CULTURE ON THE WATER
July – AugustThe Hafensommer Festival features up-and-coming as well as established artists from the worlds of music, dance and theater. And it all happens literally on the Main River, on a stage that is docked at the Old Harbor. Different and very cool.
Hafensommer Festival
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FAIR FUN IN MARKTHEIDENFELD
at the beginning of AugustThe Laurenzi Fair at the beginning of August is always worth a visit; it’s a spectacle that has everything: A rollercoaster, fireworks, a wine village and a beer garden. Anything your heart desires.
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MUSIC IN THE VINEYARD
summerJazz matinees, music at night and Dixie evenings at the Hallburg Fortress along the Main River Loop all summer long. The location is a dream. A must-do.
Hallburg Music Summer
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CHAMBERMUSIC AT THE CASTLE
once each monthIn the Grand Hall of the Homburg Castle you can enjoy the sounds of times gone by: Concerts played on meticulously restored instruments from the 17th and 18th centuries. During breaks, enjoy a glass of wine and the marvelous view across the Main River Valley.
Clavier am Main
Things You should not miss
Mainfranken has so much to offer! From big events that draw crowds to small happenings that are fun and unique to this area. A common denominator for all is the beautiful surroundings.
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