Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim
100% of reviewers say this trail is moderate
35.7kmLength
704mElevation gain
9–10hrEstimated time
Point-to-point
Stage 2 of the long-distance cycle route "Liebliches Taubertal - Der Klassiker" in Tauberfranken, Baden-Württemberg.
This is the second stage of the popular Tauber Valley Cycle Route, which runs a good 100 kilometres from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Wertheim. The second stage starts in Weikersheim and ends in Tauberbischofsheim. Numerous picturesque wine-growing villages invite you to take a break and enjoy regional wines and Franconian specialities. Of course, cultural highlights such as castle ruins, palaces and a monastery also await you on this stage. There are places to stay overnight and stop for refreshments and both the start and finish points of the route can be reached by bus and train.
Highlights of the tour:
- Idyllic wine-growing villages
- Valley of the Tauber
- Neuhaus castle ruins
- Bad Mergentheim
- Solymar bathing and wellness park
- Sachsenflur Castle
- Former Gerlachsheim monastery
- Tauberbischofsheim with Electorate of Mainz castle
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Top sights
Schloss Weikersheim
Castle
Mühlrad
Attraction
Residenzschloss
Castle
Tauberarm
River
Labyrinth
Attraction
Evangelische Kirche
Building
Sankt Vitus
Building
Heiligblutkapelle
Building
Pfarrkirche St. Jakobus
Building
St. Liobakirche
Building
St. Martin
Attraction
Kurmainzisches Schloss
Castle
Schlosskirche
Building
Münster St. Johannes Baptist
Building
St. Georgskirche
Building
Maria-Hilf-Kapelle
Building
Tauberarm
River
Schloss Weikersheim
Castle
Pulverturm
Tower
Maria Immaculata
Building
Wohnmobilstellplatz an der Solymar Therme
Caravan site
Sitzgelegenheit
Picnic site
Oberes Tor
Attraction
Wasserspiele mit Musik
Attraction
Sebastianus-Kapelle
Building
Zwinger
Attraction
Türmersturm
Building
Hungerturm
Building
Neue Wohlfühloase in der City
Attraction
Zwillingshäuser
Attraction
Küchengarten
Garden
Engelsberg
Peak
Tauberarm
River
Ursprung der Paulsquelle
Spring
Eberstal
Valley
Mergentheimer Elle
Attraction
Verwaltungsstelle Markelsheim
Building
Am Kitzberg
Caravan site
Hirtengraben
Archaeological site
Rathaus
Building
Rosengarten
Garden
Schellenhäuschen
Attraction
Heimatmuseum
Building
ehem. Marstall
Attraction
Kurkolonnaden
Attraction
Bischemer Krote
Attraction
Gebäude St. Bernhard
Building
Rathaus Weikersheim
Building
Top sights
Schloss Weikersheim
Castle
Mühlrad
Attraction
Residenzschloss
Castle
Tauberarm
River
Labyrinth
Attraction
Evangelische Kirche
Building
Sankt Vitus
Building
Heiligblutkapelle
Building
Pfarrkirche St. Jakobus
Building
St. Liobakirche
Building
St. Martin
Attraction
Kurmainzisches Schloss
Castle
Schlosskirche
Building
Münster St. Johannes Baptist
Building
St. Georgskirche
Building
Maria-Hilf-Kapelle
Building
Tauberarm
River
Schloss Weikersheim
Castle
Pulverturm
Tower
Maria Immaculata
Building
Wohnmobilstellplatz an der Solymar Therme
Caravan site
Sitzgelegenheit
Picnic site
Oberes Tor
Attraction
Wasserspiele mit Musik
Attraction
Sebastianus-Kapelle
Building
Zwinger
Attraction
Türmersturm
Building
Hungerturm
Building
Neue Wohlfühloase in der City
Attraction
Zwillingshäuser
Attraction
Küchengarten
Garden
Engelsberg
Peak
Tauberarm
River
Ursprung der Paulsquelle
Spring
Eberstal
Valley
Mergentheimer Elle
Attraction
Verwaltungsstelle Markelsheim
Building
Am Kitzberg
Caravan site
Hirtengraben
Archaeological site
Rathaus
Building
Rosengarten
Garden
Schellenhäuschen
Attraction
Heimatmuseum
Building
ehem. Marstall
Attraction
Kurkolonnaden
Attraction
Bischemer Krote
Attraction
Gebäude St. Bernhard
Building
Rathaus Weikersheim
Building
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What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Experience this 35.7-km point-to-point trail near Weikersheim, Baden-Wuerttemberg. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 8 h 46 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking and bike touring, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim?
Expected weather for Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim for the next 5 days is:
- Sat 26 September - 25.3 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 26 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 23.7 degrees/clear
- Tue 29 September - 24.2 degrees/clear
- Wed 30 September - 24 degrees/showers
Where is Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim located?
Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim is a trail located in Weikersheim, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany.
How hard is Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim?
Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim is considered an easy hike that covers 35.7 km, with an elevation gain of 704 m. It takes about 9–10 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
What is the elevation gain for Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim?
Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim is considered an easy hike that covers 35.7 km, with an elevation gain of 704 m. It takes about 9–10 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim a point-to-point trail?
Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim is a point to point trail that covers 35.7 km, with an elevation gain of 704 m. It takes about 9–10 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
How long is Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim?
Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim is a point to point trail that covers 35.7 km, with an elevation gain of 704 m. It takes about 9–10 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
Are dogs allowed on Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim?
Dogs may be allowed on Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Is backpacking allowed at Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim?
Backpacking is allowed on Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim. Backpacking trails are typically longer and are often point-to-point trails. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim is partially paved.
Are there forests at Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim?
Yes, Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim is a forest trail.
Are there wildflowers at Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Lovely Taubertal - The Classic Stage 2: Weikersheim - Tauberbischofsheim, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on 25 September 2026 at 02:16 GMT+0