2024
Radurlaub an Altmühl und Donau

Cycling Holiday along Altmühl and Danube

Unhurried cycling from Rothenburg to Passau

 Rothenburg – Regensburg – Passau

  • Radweg-Reisen Tour
  • Bishop's and baroque town Eichstätt, dripstone cave Schulerloch, blue lakes, imposing rock formations
  • Daily routes ●●●○○, altitude profile ●●○○○

Days
11

Ø km per day
50

This extended cycling holiday leads you through Franconia and Lower Bavaria. You will start off cycling along the Tauber River and then along the Altmühl and Danube Rivers. Rothenburg, Eichstätt, Regensburg and Passau are well preserved historical cities along the tour, which otherwise runs through scenic countryside. The Walhalla Temple high above the Danube is worth a visit. At the end of your trip, in Passau, you can enjoy a boat trip along the three rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz. This Altmuehl and Danube cycling tour is also suitable for those who do not cycle often.

 

Itinerary

  • Booking code
    BY-RP10
  • Start / Destination
    Rothenburg ob der Tauber / Passau
  • Duration
    11 days / 10 nights
  • Length
    approx. 450 km
    Daily routes ●●●○○
    between 35 and 60 km, Ø 50 km
    Altitude profile ●●○○○
Map for a cycling holiday along Altmühl and Danube

Day 1: Individual arrival in Rothenburg

Your trip begins in Rothenburg, situated in the Tauber valley. You will find lean towers, flower-clad timber-frame houses and imposing ancient defence facilities. Rothenburg’s well-preserved historic centre, with its intricate alleys, is regarded as the archetypal medieval German town and is particularly popular tourists. Pre-booked rental bikes are ready for you at the hotel.

Rothenburg

The medieval town of Rothenburg

Day 2: Rothenburg – Ansbach, approx. 50 km

Today you can opt for a diversion to the source of the Altmühl before taking a first break in Colmberg. The mighty, well-preserved castle towers over the town – the climb is steep, but worth it! Then continue on to the margravial seat of Ansbach. Visit the princely crypt here or take a leisurely stroll through the picturesque orangery in Ansbach's courtyard garden.

 

Colmberg Castle

Colmberg Castle

Day 3: Ansbach – Wettelsheim / Treuchtlingen, approx. 60 km

Cycle through fields and meadows to Lake Altmühlsee, which is ideal for sailing and surfing, but also for swimming. Countless sunbathing spots and beaches invite you to take a break. In Gunzenhausen, you will have reached the centre of the Franconian Lake District. The historic marketplace is adorned with impressive Baroque buildings. Cycle further through rural areas to reach today’s destination.

Treuchtlingen

Treuchtlingen

Day 4: Wettelsheim – Eichstätt, approx. 50 km

Behind Treuchtlingen the Altmühl Valley gets narrower, as the river has carved its path deep into the Jurassic rock. The Twelve Apostles are one of the most impressive rock formations. In Pappenheim, you will be greeted by the eponymous castle, which is one of Bavaria’s most important medieval castle ruins. Follow the river bends of the Altmühl to reach your next destination, the episcopal see and baroque town Eichstätt.

 

Cyclist

Cyclists in front of the Roman Fort in Pfünz

Day 5: Eichstätt – Kinding-Enkering, approx. 35 km

After breakfast you have enough time for a stroll through Eichstätt. The main town of the Altmühl valley owes its baroque townscape mainly to Graubünden master builders who rebuilt the town after the Thirty Years' War. Then you cycle through the charming nature park characterised by juniper heath and past the imposing Kipfenberg Castle. Your destination is the small, dreamy village of Kinding-Enkering, at the confluence of the Anlauter, Schwarzach and Altmühl rivers.

 

Kinding

Kinding

Day 6: Kinding-Enkering – Riedenburg, approx. 40 km

Before you get back in the saddle, visit a very special building in Kinding: the Kirchenburg. A church was established in the fortified castle as early as the 14th century. From Beilngries you cycle the last few kilometres along the Altmühl before the river first flows into the Main-Danube Canal at Dietfurt. Dietfurt is also called the Chinese town. A fountain in front of the market square picks up on the legend. Today's destination is the tranquil town of Riedenburg, guarded by three castles.

 

Riedenburg

Prunn Castle near Riedenburg

Day 7: Riedenburg – Regensburg, approx. 60 km

An eventful stage lies ahead of you. Let the charming landscape pass you by. Shortly before Kelheim lies Schulerloch. The 420 m long stalactite cave offers magical insights into the world of stalactites and stalagmites. Kelheim is home to Bavaria's oldest still existing wheat beer brewery. Via Saal and Bad Abbach, the large town at the northernmost point of the Danube with a charming old town, you cycle to Regensburg.

 

Regensburg

Regensburg

Day 8: Regensburg – Straubing, approx. 50 km

We can recommend taking your first break in Walhalla, close to Donaustauf. The route then takes you on along the Danube to Castle Wörth. From here you can look over the Gäuboden, or Bavaria's granary and one of the largest loess regions in South Germany. Today’s section ends in the old city of Straubing, which looks back on Celtic and Roman roots. The town’s striking tower is this small town’s land mark.

Straubing

Straubing

Day 9: Straubing – Deggendorf, approx. 40 km

Today you first cycle through Bogen, which became known when a statue of the pregnant Madonna was found here in 1104. The Church of the Assumption on Bogenberg is the oldest pilgrimage church of the Madonna in Bavaria. The tour takes you on through Pfelling and Mariaposching to the Benedictine Abbey in Metten. Deggendorf is your destination today. Gothic and baroque styles characterise the unusual pear-shaped site of the old town.

Church Deggendorf

Church in Deggendorf

Day 10: Deggendorf – Passau, approx. 55 km

This section takes you to the small historic town of Vilshofen. It is famous largely due to the Ash Wednesday speeches given here by the former chairman of the CSU political party, Franz Josef Strauß. You will soon reach your destination of the three-rivers town and former diocese, Passau. Discover the rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz by boat and let your day come to a pleasant end with a walk through the historic city centre or a visit to the fortress Veste Oberaus.

 

St. Peter and Paul, Passau

The Church of St. Peter and Paul in Passau

Day 11: Individual departure

After breakfast your cycling holiday along Altmühl and Danube comes to an end and you will return home or back to Rothenburg. We would also be more than happy to extend your holiday along one of the two Rivers.

Passau

Passau

Dates / Prices / Services

Season times and prices 2024

Arrival daily from 01.04.2024 to 19.10.2024

Bookable dates are shown in the booking form. The season is dictated by the arrival date.

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Season A
31.03. - 19.04.
06.10. - 19.10.
from1149 €
Season B
20.04. - 30.04.
15.09. - 05.10.
from1279 €
Season C
01.05. - 06.05.
12.05. - 14.05.
20.05. - 25.05.
02.06. - 29.06.
18.08. - 14.09.
from1349 €
Season D
07.05. - 11.05.
15.05. - 19.05.
26.05. - 01.06.
30.06. - 17.08.
from1449 €

All prices per person in a double room

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Services

  • 10 nights incl. breakfast, national 3* level
  • Luggage transport from hotel to hotel to Passau, no limit on the number of pieces, max. 20 kg / piece
  • Guided tour of Rothenburg
  • Travel documents with maps (1 x per room)
  • Service hotline (7 days, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.)
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Not included is the city or visitor's tax (if payable).

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For our younger cyclists

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From 12 to 17 years

-25%

Applies for accommodation in rooms with 2 full-paying guests.

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Due to the more challenging sections, we recommend this tour for young people only in good physical condition.

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Additional services

Additional bookable services

Additional fee single room

379 €

All prices are per person

Additional nights

Room
Breakfast
Price
Ansbach
 DBL

69 €

 SGL

105 €

Eichstätt
 DBL

59 €

 SGL

89 €

Kinding-Enkering
 DBL

55 €

 SGL

95 €

Passau
 DBL

69 €

 SGL

99 €

Riedenburg
 DBL

55 €

 SGL

85 €

Rothenburg
 DBL

69 €

 SGL

105 €

Treuchtlingen
 DBL

55 €

 SGL

95 €

Wettelsheim
 DBL

55 €

 SGL

95 €

other places
 DBL

65 €

 SGL

95 €

All prices are per person

Rental bikes

Rental Bikes

Rental Bike
Rental Bike
99 €
E-Bike
E-Bike
259 €
Teenager's bike
Teenager's bike
49 €

Types of rental bikes

  • 27-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel (men’s bikes from 1.75 m)
  • Electric bike / Pedelec with freewheel (minimum age 16 years)
  • Teenager's bike (26 inch)
Fittings

Pannier, handlebar bag, milometer, bike lock, pump, repair kit

Here you find further information and pictures of our rental bikes.

Radweg-Reisen 27-gear unisex bike
27-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel
Radweg-Reisen 27-gear men's bike
27-gear men's bike, derailleur gears with freewheel
Radweg Reisen E-Bike
Unisex E-Bike, 8-speed hub gears and freewheel
Teen's bike
Teen's bike

27-gear rental bike

99 €

E-bike / pedelec

259 €

Teenager's bike

49 €

All prices are per person

Brief info

  • Booking code
    BY-RP10
  • Start / Destination
    Rothenburg ob der Tauber / Passau
  • Duration
    11 days / 10 nights
  • Length
    approx. 450 km
    Daily routes ●●●○○
    between 35 and 60 km, Ø 50 km
    Altitude profile ●●○○○
  • Parking information
    Parking behind the train station, free of charge; this option is often used by commuters and therefore frequently occupied during the week.
    No reservation possible through Radweg-Reisen
  • Return to Rothenburg
    On your own by train, connections every 2 hours, 3 changes, duration approx. 3.5 hours
  • Tour operated by
    Radweg-Reisen
  • Mobility note
    The trip is only conditionally suitable for people with limited mobility.
    Please do not hesitate to contact us regarding your individual needs.
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Days
11

Ø km per day
50