The most scenic routes through Hesse

Welcome to the holiday state of Hesse!
Many roads lead through the holiday state of Hesse, right in the heart of Germany. The routes are lined with things to see and do, inviting you to visit romantic half-timbered towns and pulsating cities, each with its own special charm.

The following sites will introduce you to the Idyllic Route (red), the Fairytale Route (green), the Historic Route (blue), magnificent landscapes, as well as locations filled with culture, history and architecture. There is always plenty to discover and experience along the routes that lead from one station to the next, tempting you to embark on new excursions and stay a little longer.

Routes through Hesse

Map of the most scenic routes through Hesse

Routes through Hesse

Routes through Hesse

Holiday Routes

In addition to the three named routes, several other famous holiday routes lead right through Hesse, such as the German Medieval Route, the German Avenue Route, The German Limes Route and the Fairytale Route.
This Internet appearance was financed from the budgetary funds of the Hessian department for economy, traffic and country development.