Best road biking trails in Bavaria
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Explore the most popular road biking trails in Bavaria with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.8 (529)·Moderate·52.6 km·Est. 12.5–14 hrQuiet road bike route east of the Isar from the south of Munich to the Pupplinger Au. The route, which runs almost exclusively on quiet side roads and through forests, is ideal as a short training circuit. --------------------------------------------- Accessible by bus and train
- 4.4 (22)·Easy·9.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrThis four-lake circuit starts in Füssen and leads through the idyllic Faulenbach Valley, which is known as the "Valley of the Senses". Along the route, the Mittersee, Obersee, Alatsee and Weißensee lakes are lined up next to each other. The trail flows gently through dense beech forests where, with a bit of luck, you may spot nimble squirrels or colourful woodpeckers. A particular highlight is the Alatsee, which is often referred to as the "bleeding lake" due to the rare purple bacteria in...
- 4.8 (76)·Moderate·51.5 km·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrA beautiful route for racing bikes out of Munich. The majority of the route is on very good tarmac roads in the forest or in the Isar floodplains (motor vehicles are not permitted here). There are long straights, a short crisp ascent of max. 17%, a fast descent and "undulating" sections. It is also a beautiful scenic route, especially along the Isar and through the woods. There are 3 fountains with Munich drinking water directly along the route (one at the start/end point in Perlacher...
- 4.1 (12)·Easy·41.7 km·Est. 9.5–10.5 hrFirst stage of the long-distance cycle route along the Danube in Austria. The first stage combines beautiful landscapes along the Danube with some great cultural and historical highlights. DREI_FLÜSSE_STADT Passau at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers is the starting point of the first stage of the Danube Cycle Route through Upper Austria. Passau, also known as the "Bavarian Venice", has some great sights to explore. Of particular interest is the baroque old town, the...
- 4.8 (12)·Moderate·55.5 km·Est. 14–15 hrThis picturesque circular route leads through the Bavarian Alpine foothills near the Austrian border. The trail opens up the idyllic Osterseen nature reserve near Iffeldorf and runs along a mixture of flat forest paths, well-maintained forest roads and paths close to the shore. A central highlight is the crystal-clear, often emerald-green shimmering water of the lakes. It runs along the Illasbergsee, Foggensee, Hopfensee and Weissensee lakes and offers spectacular views of the approaching...
- 4.4 (11)·Moderate·19 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular cycle path around Lake Tegernsee, Bavaria. This beautiful route leads along well-maintained cycle paths around Lake Tegernsee. The cycle path is one of the most beautiful cycle paths in Bavaria and offers wonderful views, charming places to stop for refreshments and many places to relax and enjoy. The circular route can easily be started in Rottach-Egern, but it is also possible to start the tour from any other point. There are train connections to Tegernsee and Gmünd, making it...
- 3.9 (18)·Easy·38.1 km·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrStage 11 of the German Danube Cycle Route. The eleventh stage on the ancient Roman road begins in Kehlheim. Before setting off towards the day's destination of Regensburg, it is worth exploring the historic town centre. There is also plenty of history to discover along the way, such as the Mariaort pilgrimage church. The route continues along the Danube through picturesque countryside to Regensburg. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic city centre is absolutely worth seeing and is one...
- 4.5 (24)·Moderate·44.1 km·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrThis route is stage 3 of the Altmühltal Cycle Path, a long-distance trail between Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Kelheim. Starting in Treuchtlingen, this 44.3 km section follows the Altmühl river past the impressive rock formations of the Frankenalb to the baroque city of Eichstätt. The route passes historical landmarks such as Pappenheim Castle, the Sola Basilica in Solnhofen, and the dramatic rock formation of the Hülzernen Klinge. Overnight stays are usually in local guesthouses, inns, and...
- 4.6 (16)·Moderate·57.6 km·Est. 13.5–15 hr5th day stage from Würzburg to Lohr am Rhein on the popular long-distance Main Cycle Route in central Germany The Mainradweg is an official long-distance cycle route of numerous German tourism organisations and runs through the federal states of Bavaria and Rhineland-Palatinate. The signage consists of a grey and green square with the inscription "mainradweg". Highlights: - Cycling along the impressive river landscape of the River Main and in the Spessart region - Visit to the Snow White...
- 4.1 (13)·Moderate·257 km·Est. 24 hr+Popular long-distance cycle route around Lake Constance, Bavaria This scenic route has been one of the most popular cycle routes in Europe for decades. Thanks to its southern location and the large surface area of the lake - with 270 km of shoreline, Lake Constance is the third largest in Europe - this cycle route is a great destination for keen cyclists from Easter to the end of October, sometimes even in November. If you cycle around the entire lake, the route takes you through Germany,...
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Frequently asked questions
What national parks in Bavaria have road biking trails?
Hikers on AllTrails.com recommend several popular national parks in Bavaria. Bavarian Forest National Park is home to 4 road biking trails with an average 2.0 star rating from 3 community reviews.
What is the longest road biking trail in Bavaria?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest road biking trail in Bavaria is Transalp München nach Verona. This trail is estimated to be 786.5 km long.
Which road biking trail has the most elevation gain in Bavaria?
Bavaria: With an ascent of 21,876 m, Transalp München nach Verona has the most elevation gain of all of the road biking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for road biking trails is Hochtannbergrunde ab Sonthofen with 11,204 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult road biking trail in Bavaria?
The most popular and difficult road biking trail in Bavaria is Rossfeld Racing Bike Tour with a 4.0-star rating from 11 reviews.
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