Best backpacking trails in Würzburg
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- 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...
- 4.6 (5)·Hard·27.8 km·Est. 8–9 hrCultural section of the Romantic Road long-distance hiking trail Across meadows, open fields and wildflower meadows, this hike takes you along picturesque waterways and through idyllic villages and towns steeped in history. The numerous historical and cultural sights make for an interesting and varied experience. Highlights: -Würzburg Lion Bridge -Käppele pilgrimage church -Parish church of St Bartholomew -Irtenberg forestry centre
- 4.3 (2)·Hard·57.1 km·Est. 15–16.5 hrStage 13 of the D-Route 9 (Weser - Romantic Road). This section of D-Route 9 leads from historic Würzburg, where there are numerous sights - including a UNESCO World Heritage Site - to admire, southwards through the Hunsenberg nature reserve with its rare feather grass. The route continues through the picturesque Tauber Valley via Tauberbischofsheim to the stage destination of Bad Mergentheim. Highlights: - Würzburg: Marienberg Fortress, Old Main Bridge, Würzburg Residence, Würzburg...
- 3.6 (10)·Hard·147.3 km·Est. 24 hr+Trekking cycle route from Würzburg to Nuremberg, Bavaria This cycle tour takes you from Würzburg to Nuremberg. Due to its enormous length, this route is perfect for trekking and can be completed in several stages. Along the way, you will pass through several places with railway connections, refreshment stops and accommodation. The route starts at Würzburg railway station and initially follows the banks of the River Main to Kitzingen. From there it continues through beautiful countryside via...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·493.6 km·Est. 24 hr+Romantic Road long-distance hiking trail rich in culture Across meadows, open fields and wildflower meadows, this hike takes you along picturesque waterways and through idyllic villages and towns steeped in history. The numerous historical and cultural sights make for an interesting and varied experience. Highlights: -Unspoilt nature -Picturesque old towns and alleyways -Neuschwanstein Castle -Halls of the castle -Main valley -Tauber Valley -Frankenhöhe
- 3.6 (2)·Moderate·103 km·Est. 24 hr+Varied long-distance cycle route along the Steigerwald and Franconia in Bavaria The two Franconian regions of the 2-Franconia Cycle Route are "Beer Franconia" and "Main Franconia", which you can get to know on this varied cycle tour. There are historical sights and towns, vineyards and picturesque views as well as Franconian delicacies and hospitality to discover. Near Handthal, there is an approx. 1.5 km long, quite challenging route to master, which has a few climbs in store. The start and...
- Moderate·367.7 km·Est. 24 hr+Varied long-distance hiking trail "Romantic Road" from Würzburg to Füssen, Bavaria. This long-distance hiking trail consists of 25 stages. There is something for everyone here - cultural sights and plenty of (unspoilt) nature. The stages: Stage 1: Würzburg - Helmstadt (28 km) Stage 2: Helmstadt - Wertheim (18 km) Stage 3: Wertheim - Tauberbischofsheim (24 km) Stage 4: Tauberbischofsheim - Beckstein (14 km) Stage 5: Beckstein - Weikersheim (24 km) Stage 6: Weikersheim - Creglingen (18...
- Moderate·75.8 km·Est. 21.5–23.5 hrThe route leads from Wuerzburg am Main (railway station) to the Wuerzburger Karl-Straub-Haus (Rhoenclub) in the Bavarian Rhoen. The route is mostly identical to the Rhoenclub hiking trail "Wuerzburger Haus Weg" with the "WH" hiking markings. Start: Wuerzburg am Main, Wuerzburg railway station - Rotkreuzsteige - Am Stein vineyards - enjoy the view over the town of Wuerzburg! Rimpar - past Gramschatz - Arnstein (possibility to stop at Badesse) - Altbessingen - Neubessingen - Fuchsstadt -...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Würzburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Würzburg is Romantische Strasse (Fernwanderweg). This trail is estimated to be 493.6 km long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Würzburg?
Würzburg: With an ascent of 11,619 m, Romantische Strasse (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Romantische Strasse (Fernwanderweg) with 6,793 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Würzburg?
The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Würzburg is Romantische Straße Etappe 1: Würzburg - Helmstadt with a 4.6-star rating from 5 reviews.
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Points of interest
- Burkarder See
- Marienberg
- Gartenpavillon des ehemaligen Augustinerklosters
- Bastion St. Johann Nepomuk
- Fürstengarten
- Würzburg Residence
- Old Main Bridge
- Marienberg Fortress
- Beer'scher Felsenkeller
- Käppele
- Kanu-Club
- Bastion St. Georg
- Japanischer Garten
- Falkenhaus
- Marktbrunnen
- Frankoniabrunnen
- Alter Kranen
- terroir f Würzburg
- Bismarckturm Würzburg
- Mount Misfortune