Best trails near Keltentor

Varied circular hike in the Altmühltal Nature Park, Bavaria. Rugged rocks, idyllic riverbanks and beautiful views characterise this route. Starting in Kehlheim, the route first leads through the Weltenburger Enge nature reserve, directly along the Danube. Most of the route follows the Weltenburger Höhenweg, which is known for its diversity. The route then continues along the Altmühl, along the northern bank of which it also returns to the starting point. Beautiful highlights along the route...

This route is stage 5 of the Altmühltal Cycle Path, a long-distance trail between Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Kelheim. Starting in Beilngries, this gently downhill 46.2 km segment follows the scenic Altmühl river through dramatic rock landscapes, passing historic medieval town fortifications, the Ludwig-Donau-Main Canal, and Dietfurt. Overnight stays rely on regional guesthouses, inns, and hotels along the path, with advance reservations recommended during peak season. Water can be easily...

The ascent to the caves is via more or less beautiful steps. At the top, you can then explore the various caves. There is also a bat cave that you can enter. Take a torch with you! After the caves, you enter the second longest wooden bridge in Germany, the Tatzelwurm. The last descent via a beaten track is then very steep, so it's better not to go down here when it's wet, as it was already adventurous enough when dry.

Varied bike tour in the Altmuehltal nature park, Bavaria. Scenic beauty, two beautiful river valleys and cultural-historical buildings - this bike tour from Kelheim promises a lot of variety. First you cycle along the Altmuehl to Riedenburg, where a visit to Rosenburg Castle is recommended (access to the castle courtyard, museum and inn is only possible during the opening hours of the Falkenhof). Then head south to the Danube, which you follow back to Kelheim. If you have a bit of time, you...