The essentials at a glance

Cycling tour through the Altmühltal Nature Park in Bavaria, Germany. The route follows the Altmühl River through the Southern Franconian Alb, passing the artificial Altmühlsee lake, the Roman town of Weißenburg, and the baroque episcopal city of Eichstätt. Predominantly signposted cycle paths with few climbs. Daily distances range from 35-55 km. Accommodation in family-run 2- and 3-star guesthouses with breakfast included.

Historic market square in Rothenburg an der Tauber with colorful half-timbered houses and a Renaissance town hall with green copper dome.

Pink baroque town hall with clock tower in Eichstätt's market square, surrounded by colorful historic buildings and cyclists on the cobblestone plaza.

Medieval stone tower with red roof in Herrieden, stone bridge over Altmühl river, traditional German houses with red tile roofs under blue sky.

Itinerary

Kinding is a small, dreamy village, where the rivers Anlauter, Schwarzach and Altmühl meet. If you arrive early enough you will have time to visit the Rumburg ruin. According to legend, those who manage to climb up to the ruin without saying a word on the night of May 1st, will be rewarded with treasure. Booked rental bikes will be available at the hotel

Today you will cycle to Weißenburg by following the river Anlauter. The town was founded because of the Limes, the former fortified border of the Roman Empire. Today, countless Baroque and half-timbered buildings adorn the historical town centre. Your destination Wettelsheim is located just outside of the gates of the thermal bath town Treuchtlingen.

The lake was created as part of an ambitious engineering project to balance Bavaria’s water resources. Along its 12 km long shore you will find countless inviting spots to go for a refreshing swim. In neighbouring Gunzenhausen, the only town in Bavaria located directly on the Limes, Roman history comes to life at every corner.

The valley gets noticeably narrower beginning in Wettelsheim. Here, the river has carved its way deep through the Jurassic rock. Towering castles protect the Altmühl, while you get closer to your next destination – the episcopal see Eichstätt. The field of figures in the Hessen Valley, where over 78 larger than life stone sculptures move, is impressive and definitely worth a visit.

Today´s stage is relaxing and doesn’t take a lot of effort, so that you will keep the Altmühl Valley Nature Park in good memory. At the halfway point you will reach Kipfenberg, close to Bavaria’s geographical centre, which is protected by an impressive castle. The river Altmühl will lead you back to Kinding

After breakfast, individual return journey or start of your extension.

Tour character

Easy

Predominantly signposted cycle paths, rarely tarmac. Only a few notable climbs on the first stage.

Stylized green map showing Altmühltal Nature Park with rivers Altmühl and Anlauter, towns Gunzenhausen, Weißenburg, Treuchtlingen, Eichstätt, Kinding.

Prices & Dates

Prices per person in EUR

Services & extras

Services

Included

5 nights in hotels as described
Breakfast
Travel documents with maps, 1x per room
GPS data for your navigation device on request
Luggage transport from hotel to hotel (max. 20 kg / piece of luggage)
Bike hire insurance
7-day service hotline

Not included

Arrival and departure
parking fees
Spa and local taxes where applicable
transfers
Optional sightseeing
travel insurance
Expenses for personal use

Extras

Arrival / parking / departure

Park & Ride car park at Kinding station (96 parking spaces), free of charge. No reservation possible.
Good train connections to / from Kinding (Altmühltal).

Hotels

You will spend the night in family-run 2- and 3-star guesthouses. All rooms are equipped with shower/WC or bath/WC.

Further information

Further important information in accordance with the "Pauschalreisegesetz" (Package Travel Act) can be found here!