2025
Die Bayerische Biertour

The Bavarian Beer Tour

On the road in Franconia's beer landscape

Nuremberg - Bamberg - Rothenburg - Nuremberg

  • Radweg–Reisen Tour
  • Breweries, castles, old residential towns
  • Guided tour with the night watchman in Rothenburg included!
  • Beer vouchers for Bamberg
  • Daily routes ●●●○○, Altitude profile ●●●○○

Days
8

Ø km per day
55

On the Bavarian beer tour through romantic Franconia, you will learn a lot about the brewing tradition, and you can taste your way through the most diverse of varieties. Among other things, you will cycle along the Beer Cycle Route through the region with the highest density of breweries in the world - on average one brewery per square kilometre! During your Bavarian beer tour, enjoy the rustic atmosphere in beautiful beer gardens with hearty delicacies. You will get to know famous cities such as Nuremberg, Bamberg and Rothenburg ob der Tauber, which impress with their medieval cityscapes. You cycle part of the way along the Burgenstraßen cycle path. The name itself says it all: numerous mighty castles and palaces can be seen on the hills, sometimes even from a distance. The congeniality of the Franconians and their excellent beer characterise this Bavarian beer tour, which is one of our most popular cycling tours.

Itinerary

  • Booking code
    BY-BIER7
  • Accommodation level
    national 3*  level
  • Duration
    8 days / 7 nights
  • Arrival Day
    Daily
  • Travel documents languages
    German, English, Dutch, French
  • Parking information
    Public parking spaces in the city center, approx. 35 Euro / week
    Hotel parking (available in individual hotels, subject to a charge, details in the travel documents)
    No reservation possible through Radweg–Reisen

Day 1: Individual arrival in Nuremberg

Welcome to Franconia! Your Bavarian beer tour starts in Nuremberg. Known as the city of Dürer, for the Christkindl market, the delicious gingerbread and as the city of toys, the former Free Imperial City looks back on a history of more than 1000 years. On a walk not only will you discover contemporary witnesses from the Middle Ages and early modern times, but also of the reconstruction after the Second World War and the modern age.


 

Old Town Nuremberg

Old Town, Nuremberg

Day 2: Nuremberg - Erlangen, approx. 30 km

A relaxed start: You cycle along the river Regnitz from Nuremberg to Erlangen. In the 19th century Erlangen was the leading exporter of Bavarian beer. Thanks to the cooling rock cellars of the Erlangen castle on the mountain the “Burgberg”, beer could be kept fresh longer and thus sold all year round. With the invention of the refrigeration machine, however, Erlangen's brewing industry began to decline, but the enjoyment of beer in Erlangen's beer gardens and taverns remained. Treat yourself to a cool beer and hearty Franconian delicacies.

Castle Square, Erlangen

Castle Square, Erlangen

Day 3: Erlangen - Bamberg, approx. 55 km

Along the Main-Danube Canal you cycle on today's stage of your Bavarian beer tour to Bamberg. The city was once built on seven hills which earned it the name Franconian Rome. Either by the impressive cathedral, the Old Town Hall, the New Residence or the numerous churches, the image of the old imperial and episcopal city is shaped by more than 1000 years of architecture. Bamberg also looks back on a long beer tradition. Particularly famous is the Rauchbier (smoked beer), which you can taste extensively in the many breweries.

Old Town Bamberg

Old Town, Bamberg

Day 4: Bamberg - Neustadt an der Aisch, approx. 55 km + train ride or approx. 65 km

You cycle towards Hirschaid and reach the romantic Aisch valley. Alternatively, you can shorten the stage with a train ride (not included) from Bamberg to Hirschaid. Take a break in Höchstadt to try the famous mirrored carp. The crispy fried fish is a speciality of the region! In your stage destination Neustadt an der Aisch, a wooden billy goat makes its rounds on the town hall every noon, bleating and jumping - a grandiose spectacle.

Neustadt an der Aisch

Neustadt an der Aisch

Day 5: Neustadt an der Aisch - Rothenburg ob der Tauber, approx. 55 km

Today Bad Windsheim and the impressive Franconian Open Air Museum are on your way. It offers insights into 700 years of Franconian everyday history. Various historical buildings have been reconstructed on the extensive grounds to illustrate this, taking you back to the living and working environment of Franconia's rural population. Continue on your Bavarian beer tour to the medieval-style town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber. The town offers a wonderful atmosphere to enjoy the sunny evening hours with delicious delicacies.

Medieval old town, Rothenburg

Medieval old town, Rothenburg

Day 6: Rothenburg ob der Tauber - Wolframs-Eschenbach, approx. 65 km

Today you can opt for a diversion and go to the spring of the river Altmühl before taking your first break in Colmberg. The mighty, well-preserved castle towers over the town – the climb is steep, but worth it! The Franconian Rezat then leads you into the heart of Ansbach with its stately rococo-style residence. Your stage destination is in Wolframs-Eschenbach. Since 1917, the medieval town has borne the name of its great son, the Parzival poet Wolfram von Eschenbach.

 

Ansbach

Cyclists in Ansbach

Day 7: Wolframs-Eschenbach - Nuremberg, approx. 65 km

The Bavarian beer tour takes you further along the German Castle Road past the star-shaped fortress of Lichtenau. In Roth you should definitely pay a visit to the hunting lodge. Afterwards you will reach Nuremberg again. At the end of your Bavarian beer tour, several breweries vie for your favour. Combined with the enjoyment of an original Nuremberg grilled sausage, a cosy evening is calling out for you.

 

Chain walkway Nuremberg

Chain Bridge, Nuremberg

Day 8: Individual departure

Your Bavarian beer tour already ends after breakfast. We would be happy to extend your stay with an additional night in one of the overnight destinations.

Heilig-Geist-Haus Nuremberg

The Heilig-Geist-Haus, Nuremberg

Dates / Prices / Services

Season times and Prices 2025

Arrival daily from 05.04.2025 to 12.10.2025Early booking discount: -20 €

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

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Season A
05.04.
12.10.
from849 €
Season B
06.04. - 11.04.
21.04. - 25.04.
04.05. - 09.05.
21.09. - 11.10.
from979 €
Season C
12.04. - 20.04.
26.04. - 03.05.
10.05. - 23.05.
22.06. - 04.07.
24.08. - 20.09.
from1099 €
Season D
24.05. - 21.06.
05.07. - 23.08.
from1179 €

All prices per person in a double room

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Services

  • 7 nights with breakfast, national 3* - level
  • Luggage transportation from hotel to hotel, no limit on the number of pieces, max. 20 kg / piece
  • Vouchers for 4 x 0.5 l beer per person (from 18 years), redeemable in Bamberg
  • Admission to the Franconian open-air museum in Bad Windsheim (closed on Mondays)
  • Guided tour of Rothenburg with the night watchman
  • Travel documents with maps (1 per room)
  • Service hotline (7 days, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
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Not included:

  • City or visitor's tax (if payable)
  • Train ride Bamberg - Hirschaid (approx. 10 € per person incl. bike)
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Children's discount

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From 12 to 17 years

-25%

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

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

299 €

All prices are per person

Additional nights

Room
Breakfast
Price
Nürnberg
 DBL

65 €

 SGL

95 €

All prices are per person

The prices for additional nights in other places can be found in the booking form.

 

 

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Rental bikes

Rental Bikes

Rental Bike
Rental Bike
99 €
E-Bike
E-Bike
269 €
Teenager's bike
Teenager's bike
49 €

Types of rental bikes

  • 10-gear unisex bike derailleur gears with freewheel (men's bike from 1.75 m)
  • Electric bike / pedelec with freewheel (minimum age for e-bike rental: 16 years)
  • Youth bike (26 inch)
Fittings

Bag, handlebar bag, odometer, bike lock, air pump, puncture repair kit

Here you can find more information and photos of our rental bikes.

Cycle path travel 10-gear unisex
10-gear unisex bike derailleur gears with freewheel
Cycle path travel 10-gear men
10-gear men's bike derailleur gears with freewheel
Cycle path travel e-bike
Unisex e-bike, 8-gear hub gears, freewheel
Youth bike
26 inch youth bike

Unisex bicycle, 10 gear

99 €

E-bike / Pedelec (freewheel)

269 €

Teenager's bike

49 €

All prices are per person

Route profile

  • Start / Destination
    Nuremberg
  • Length
    approx. 325 - 335 km
    Daily routes ●●●○○
    between 30 and 65 km, Ø 55 km
    Altitude profile ●●●○○
    between 100 and 340 m, Ø 210 m elevation gain
  • 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.

Days
8

Ø km per day
55