Miltenberg

Miltenberg is a rural district in Lower Franconia that spreads across gently rolling hills and valleys, encompassing several picturesque villages and towns. The area is shaped by the Main river and combines forested landscapes with cultivated vineyards.

The district was formed in 1862 through administrative reorganization and became an independent administrative unit in Lower Franconia. Its boundaries and structure have changed several times since, with major municipal reforms shaping its present form.

The region is known for its wine culture along the Main river and serves as a gateway to the Spessart and Mainland area. Visitors encounter traditional wine festivals and local markets that shape how the area sees itself.

The region is best explored by car, as villages and towns are connected by a well-developed road network. Public transportation connects the main towns, but offers less frequent service to smaller villages.

The Main valley cuts through the district and features on its steep slopes some of Germany's oldest vineyards with terraces dating back centuries. These historic wine fields are a visible testimony to centuries of human landscape shaping.

Location: Lower Franconia

Inception: July 1, 1862

Capital city: Miltenberg

Elevation above the sea: 224 m

Shares border with: Main-Spessart, Aschaffenburg district, Aschaffenburg, Neckar-Odenwald, Odenwald, Darmstadt-Dieburg, Main-Tauber-Kreis

Website: https://landkreis-miltenberg.de

GPS coordinates: 49.75000,9.25000

Latest update: December 19, 2025 22:08