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Learn moreStart your bike tour in the medieval town of Rothenburg, just a few kilometers from the source of the Altmühl. You cycle through the Altmühltal Nature Park and past the Altmühlsee, which invites you to jump into the cool water, and discover a landscape of unique beauty. The city of Eichstätt is a baroque work of art. You end your tour back in Rothenburg.
Note: Minimum number of participants is 2 people
(Note: The map shows the tour "ALT 03" and is intended as a guide only. Some overnight locations are omitted from this tour.)
Individual arrival. On the first evening you can take a walk with the Rothenburg night watchman.
Overnight stay: Rothenburg ob der Tauber
You cycle through the upper Altmühltal to Herrieden, where you can still feel the medieval atmosphere. Before you reach your stage destination Gunzenhausen, the wonderful Altmühlsee invites you to take a dip in the cool water.
Overnight stay: Gunzenhausen
The Altmühltal nature park opens up a landscape of unique beauty. In Eichstätt marvel at the baroque splendor of the former prince-bishop town.
Accommodation location: Eichstätt region
The cycle tour to Beilngries leads through the nature reserve of the Gungoldinger Wacholderheide. The historic old town is surrounded by a well-preserved city wall.
Accommodation location: Beilngries
Today's bike tour takes you to Plankstetten Monastery. Try a glass of schnapps from our own distillery. Along the Main-Danube Canal takes you to the castle town of Hilpoltstein. At the nearby Rothsee, bathing enthusiasts can relax on the well-kept lawns.
Overnight stay: Hilpoltstein/Roth
This stage of the Franconian Water Cycle Path leads along the Castle Road from the Franconian Lake District to Romantic Franconia. Via the minnesinger town of Wolframs-Eschenbach, with its completely preserved town wall, you will reach Ansbach.
Accommodation location: Ansbach
On the following section of the route, the Franconian Water Cycle Path inspires with numerous historical discoveries. After Colmberg with its imposing castle you cycle through the hilly foothills of the Frankenhöhe back to Rothenburg.
Overnight stay: Rothenburg ob der Tauber
After breakfast departure on your own.
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| Double room including breakfast |
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| 24-speed unisex wheels with freewheel | |
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| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 | 99,00 € |
| Electric rental bike with luggage bag | |
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| 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026 | 229,00 € |
| Room price per person |
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Cat II
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Cat II+
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| Doppelzimmer inkl. Frühstück | 68,00 € | 76,00 € | 127,00 € |
| Einzelzimmer inkl. Frühstück | 115,00 € | 129,00 € | 199,00 € |
| Room price per person |
Cat I
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Cat II
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Cat II+
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| Doppelzimmer inkl. Frühstück | 68,00 € | 76,00 € | 127,00 € |
| Einzelzimmer inkl. Frühstück | 115,00 € | 129,00 € | 199,00 € |
Daily travel starts from April 10th - October 05th, 2026 (minimum number of participants: 2 people)
Attention: This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Train: to/from Rothenburg station
car:
General tip for traveling by car
A comprehensive overview of parking lots can be conveniently viewed on the external website www.parkopedia.de.
Rooms with shower/toilet or bath/toilet
Category I: good inns and mid-range hotels at the 3-star level
Category II: good to very good inns and comfortable hotels in the 3- and 4-star category
Category II+: comfortable, very good hotels at a 4-star level
Minimum number of participants 2 people
Not included : Cultural tax, bed tax, arrival and departure, transfers, excursions, entrance and sightseeing fees, city maps, ferry fees, insurance, tips and personal expenses.
This trip/s is/are not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
General information
Not included in the price: Cultural development tax, bed tax, arrival and departure, transfers, excursions, entrance and sightseeing fees, city maps, ferry fees, insurance, tips and personal expenses.
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Maps presented are for illustrative purposes only and do not reflect geographical reality.
