The best family-friendly hikes and walks around Offenbach am Main

The "Waggon am Kulturgleis" (often referred to as the "Kulturwaggon") in Offenbach am Main reopened in March 2026 at its original location on the banks of the Main River. After a temporary closure and events held in "exile" due to planned dike renovations, the venue resumed operations at its familiar location for a "bonus season" from March until the end of June 2026, as the construction work is expected to be delayed. Important Information Address: Mainstraße 1 (corner of Schlossstraße), 63065 Offenbach am Main. Admission: Generally free, although donations for the artists ("hat donation") are expressly welcome. Atmosphere: A relaxed setting with a bar, live performances, and plenty of outdoor seating directly on the Main River. Program Highlights in March 2026 The program typically includes concerts, DJ sets, and film screenings. Currently Confirmed Dates: March 27, 2026: Live concert by the Michael Lukas Trio. Regular Events: Evenings with live music and rotating DJs are back, and the team is currently mourning the loss of long-time resident DJ Frankie Patella. Categories & Events Live Music & Concerts: The Waggon is known for niche music, from punk and jazz to electronic dance music. Film & Culture: Regular film screenings (e.g., "Solarpunk Story") and festivals like Lusofest (Portuguese-language film) are part of the regular program. Drinks & Bar: A selection of affordable drinks is available directly in the converted railway carriage. For the latest updates and the complete program, please visit the official Waggon Offenbach website or Facebook page.

Following in Goethe's footsteps.

From sandpit to bird paradise: The renaturalized lake at Goldberg near Heusenstamm offers good opportunities to observe grey herons or cormorants during the vegetation-free period.

The Forstallee is a central axis connecting the castle park with the surrounding area. As part of the development of the regional park route, this historic avenue was enhanced as an important element of the landscape design. Particular attention was paid to the design of the area between the two forest ponds. This section was conceived as a small "island" offering visitors a unique nature experience.

Another double highlight!

You can walk around the lake on a beautiful trail.

Schönborn Palace in Heusenstamm is one of the most important Baroque buildings in the Rhine-Main region and is considered a landmark of the town. It is picturesquely situated on the edge of the old town center, surrounded by an extensive palace park with mature trees, ponds, and tree-lined avenues that emphasize the prestigious character of the complex to this day. The palace was built at the beginning of the 18th century as the residence of the Counts of Schönborn, one of the most influential noble families of the Holy Roman Empire, who held numerous high offices in church and state. The palace was built between 1720 and 1722 under Count Philipp Erwein von Schönborn. The design is attributed to the Mainz court architect Maximilian von Welsch, who was also involved in other prestigious Baroque buildings. Typical of the architectural style of this period are the clear symmetry, the balanced structure of the facades, and the harmonious connection between architecture and landscape. The palace is a two-story building with a mansard roof, the central wing of which is particularly emphasized by a slightly projecting risalit and a richly decorated portal. Stucco decorations, sandstone elements, and the Schönborn family coat of arms above the entrance still bear witness to the high rank of its builders.

A very beautiful castle and a beautifully landscaped park