Zenn

The Zenn is a river in Middle Franconia that flows for roughly 50 kilometers from the Franconian Heights before joining the Regnitz River. It winds through a mixed landscape of meadows and forests that characterize the region's countryside.

The river has been part of the region's geography since medieval times, connecting settlements like the village of Vach, first recorded in 1059, through its water system. It contributed to local economic development and served as an important resource for communities living along its course.

The river forms a natural boundary between districts in Franconia, where local communities maintain traditional fishing practices and water-related activities.

You can follow the river on various walking and cycling paths that connect several Franconian villages together. These routes are easy to access and offer visitors a straightforward way to explore the landscape and local towns.

Multiple hiking and cycling paths follow the course of the Zenn River, connecting various Franconian villages through a network of recreational routes.