Altmühltal Cycle Path, Rothenburg – Regensburg

The city is the embodiment of medieval city romance and was perpetuated from artists as Spitzweg and Richter. Make a tour through Rothenburg with the nightwatchman.

You cycle from valley Taubertal to the Altmühl origin in the former residence city Ansbach with precious rococo palace. (Cat.A) or directly from Colmberg to Herrieden (Cat.B)

Through meadows and range land to Gunzenhausen, the centre of the Franconia lake area. In Graben you will find the leftover of a canal project which was planned from Charlemagne. Afterwards you continue to Weißenburg, famous for its roman excavations.

On your today’s bike tour the valley get narrower, river Altmühl cuts deeply into the Jura Mountain. Fortresses seem the way and Eichstätt presents itself as former bishop’s city in lovely baroque style.

Within a few kilometres you reach the reconstructed roman castle Vetoniana. You continue through a picturesque nature park which is coined through cedar heathland. Along imposing fortress Kipfenberg to the well-preserved medieval city Beilngries.

First goal is Dietfurt, here you reach the Main-Danube canal. Fortress Prunn and the stalactite cave Schulerloch are interesting places of interest, before you reach the Danube in Kelheim. Already from afar you can see the Liberation Hall high above.

Today the route is short, but very interesting. You go by boat through the romantic Danube opening to monastery Weltenburg, which is located picturesque on a sandbank. You continue unhurried to Regensburg which applies as best preserved big city.

Your bike tour ends after breakfast.

The city is the embodiment of medieval city romance and was perpetuated from artists as Spitzweg and Richter. Let the night watchman guide you through the old town and learn from him about life in Rothenburg in earlier times.

You start in the Tauber Valley and it doesn't take long to reach the Altmühl. A beautiful but challenging alternative is the route via the nearby Altmühl spring (approx. 10 km longer). You pass the Zollernburg castle in Colmberg on the way to Ansbach.

Today you cycle leisurely through the Franconian Lake District. The Altmühlsee is the perfect place for a break! You then cycle to Gunzenhausen, which lies directly on the former border of the Roman Empire, the legendary Limes. Your destination today is either the small town of Treuchtlingen or its tranquil suburb of Wettelsheim.

On your today’s bike tour the valley gets narrower, river Altmühl cuts deeply into the Jura Mountain and you can marvel at the 12 Apostles, an impressive rock formation. Fortresses seem the way and Eichstätt presents itself as former bishop’s city in lovely baroque style.

Within a few kilometres you reach the reconstructed roman castle Vetoniana. You continue through a picturesque nature park which is coined through cedar heathland. Along imposing fortress Kipfenberg to the well-preserved medieval city Beilngries.

From Dietfurt, follow the Altmühl along the bed of the Main-Danube Canal, and soon you will reach Prunn Castle, majestically perched above the river. In Kelheim, you will have reached your stage destination and the end of the Altmühl, as it flows into the Danube here. Consider taking a detour to the Liberation Hall, where you will be rewarded with a stunning view. If staying overnight in Abensberg or Bad Gögging, take a boat trip through the beautiful Danube Gorge before reaching your stage destination.

If you have not yet taken the boat trip to Weltenburg Abbey and the impressive Danube Gorge, today you have the opportunity. The oldest monastery in Bavaria is beautifully situated at a bend in the Danube. It welcomes its guests with home-brewed beer in a spacious beer garden. You will continue along the Danube to Regensburg. In the UNESCO World Heritage-listed old town of Regensburg, you can enjoy a delightful walk and discover something new around every corner. Blended with modern charm and vibrant city life, your stay in Regensburg will be memorable.

Your bike tour ends after breakfast.