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Want a relaxing getaway from business in Frankfurt? Looking for somewhere new to explore in Europe? Enjoy walking, hiking, biking and good wine and food? Need a short or medium-term furnished rental in the Frankfurt/Alzenau vicinity?
Come to the historic wine village of Hoerstein where some of Germany’s finest wines have been produced for centuries. Hoerstein, population 4,000, is part of the six village Alzenau Municipality located in the northernmost part of Bavaria (see Alzenau website) and is within the Aschaffenburg Kreis (county). Frankfurt is just an easy drive or train ride away.
Hoerstein and environs- Hoerstein's vineyards date back 1000 years Set against the picturesque hills of the Spessart forest, Hoerstein and neighboring villages have over 10 small wineries offering tours, tastings, meals at winestubes, and wine festivals.
Traditional guesthouses and beer gardens offer hearty food and a warm atmosphere. For a special occasion, try one of several outstanding first class restaurants in the area. If you prefer to cook at home, visit local farms or weekly markets for seasonal specialties like white and green asparagus, strawberries picked fresh daily, or organic meats and cheese.
Hoerstein provides an excellent base for business, sight seeing or recreation
--Access Alzenau's nearby business district by bicycle or car or Frankfurt via an easy commute.
--Enjoy extensive sightseeing, culture and shopping in Frankfurt, Aschaffenburg, and other historic cities.
--Explore surrounding countryside using the outstainding trail network: relaxing vinyard walks, forest hikes, off-road bike paths or challenging mountain bike rides.
--Visit the nearby fresh water lakes for a refreshing swim.
Whatever your speed, Hoerstein and the surrounding area has something to offer you.
Accessibility- Our wine country apartment is easily accessible by car or public transport to and from Frankfurt, and the Frankfurt Airport. The closest train stations are at Dettingen, Kahl, and Alzenau. From Alzenau there is a regional rail link (Kahlgrundbahn) to Hanau. Both Hanau and Kahl offer S-Bahn links to the airport or central Frankfurt and regional or intercity trains connecting to anywhere in Germany. The closest Autobahns are the A45 (5 minutes) or the A3 (15 minutes), and the apartment is a 25 min drive from the airport and 45 minute drive to central Frankfurt in off-peak hours.
The Apartment- The apartment (80 m2) is in a four-unit building in the historic part of Hoerstein and the garden (440 m2) backs onto the old village wall. The apartment is newly renovated with an attractive open plan living/dining room and appealing contemporary furnishings. The well-equipped kitchen opens to the dining room and includes a full complement of equipment so you can easily cook at home or entertain.
The master bed room has french doors opening out to the garden and offers a wonderful relaxing view from bed. The smaller room has two single beds (trundle bed slides under single bed), and is ideal for a single person or children. The living room opens out to a private patio and offers a comfortable couch, which can be used as a double bed for guests as needed.
The apartment offers free-long distance calls within Germany, WIFI internet access and a printer. The desk area is ideal for computer work-- bring your laptop! The spacious private laundry room is located downstairs and includes a new washer & dryer, iron & ironing board and space for hanging. |