Literary discovery tour with enjoyment

# Hiking in the footsteps of Hermann Hesse Immerse yourself in the literary world of Hermann Hesse and discover the writer's favorite places on this exclusive hike. Following in the footsteps of the famous poet, participants will learn fascinating details about Hesse's formative years in Gaienhofen (1904-1912) and be inspired by the idyllic nature that inspired Hesse to write his masterpieces. Hermann Hesse had a profound influence on the Höri peninsula – but the unique landscape of Höri also left its mark on his work. During his years in Gaienhofen, the writer strove to live in harmony with nature and the rural idyll. The expansive lake landscape and the quiet, secluded atmosphere of the region exerted a magical attraction on the neo-romantic. On this hike, participants will experience first-hand how Hesse's love of nature comes to life in his work and gain a poetic insight into the unspoiled beauty of a landscape that has lost none of its impressive power to this day. Along the way, poems and texts from Hesse's work come to life and open up new perspectives on nature and the poet's life. The hike starts at 10:15 a.m. at the Hesse Museum in Gaienhofen, and after the hike, participants can look forward to a small aperitif – an all-round enjoyable experience! Further dates for the literary hike: - April 30 - May 14 - May 28 - June 4 - June 18 - July 2 - July 16 - August 13 - August 27 - September 10 - September 24 - October 8, 2026 Registration is requested as the number of participants is limited, tel. 07735-440949, [hesse-museum@gaienhofen.de](mailto:hesse-museum@gaienhofen.de).