Best bike touring trails in Munich
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Explore the most popular bike touring trails near Munich 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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- 4.5 (60)·Moderate·4.5 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular route through the Munich English Garden In the middle of the city, the English Garden is a green oasis. This circular route has a lot to offer. The tour begins and ends at the famous Eisbach surfer wave from the Nationalmuseum/Haus der Kunst bus stop. On the route are beautiful green areas, the Eisbach and Kleinhesseloher See are further highlights. You can also stop off in several beer gardens. Highlights of the hike: - Rumford Monument - Eisbach - Minihofbräuhaus -...
- 4.3 (47)·Easy·4.8 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrImpressive loop in the Olympic Park in Munich, Bavaria Starting at the west entrance of the park, this route leads through the large area that was created for the 1972 Olympic Games. Here one can feel the atmosphere of the world sports community from the summer of more than 50 years ago, admire almost all of the sports facilities of the time and the beautiful lake. Everything is also linked to history - such as the small East-West Peace Church of Timofeev and his wife. Highlights: -...
- 4.5 (22)·Easy·2.9 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrLove route on the Isar. Ancient trees line the walk. At St.Georg (Bogenhausen) you can even say goodbye to many prominent Munich residents. Liesl Karlstadt (Elisabeth Wellano), Walter Sedlmayer, Helmut Fischer (Monaco Franze), Bernd Eichinger, Fassbinder, etc., to name just a few. Easily reached by S-Bahn (stop Rosenheimer Platz). On the Gasteig downhill towards the Muffathalle and along the banks of the Isar.
- 4.3 (14)·Moderate·6.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular and fantastic route near Munich, Bavaria. This path starts in Thalkirchen and leads to the train station in Buchenhain. It goes almost the entire route along the beautiful Isar. Only in the last part does the Roman road lead through a piece of forest landscape. A particular highlight here is that on the way you are surrounded by the Isarkwer Canal and the Isar. Highlights: - Thalkirchner Bridge - Marienklausen Bridge - The Isar meadows - Roman road through the Isar Gorge
- 4.5 (14)·Moderate·7.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrA beautiful circular route, which includes the most important sights in Munich: including the Bavarian History Museum, the Hofgarten, the Marienplatz with Viktualienmarkt and of course the surfers in the English Garden. Suitable as a city walk or for a bike tour, you only have to get off your bike around Marienplatz, there are also more frequent checks here!
- 3.8 (12)·Hard·12.3 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrRelaxed bike route along the Isar near Munich From the Floßlände via Baldeplatz (520 m) on the cycle path on the east bank of the Isar past the zoo in the direction of SSW. Immediately after the Marienklause (540 m) you turn left from the banks of the Isar cycle path to the Isartrail. This always winds its way through the meadows at beginner level. The biggest obstacle are oncoming bikers. Shortly before the Großhesseloher bridge (540m) you return to Grünwald on the gravel road. Accessible...
- 3.7 (7)·Moderate·23.4 mi·Est. 9–10 hrThis classic point-to-point hike leads from the Bavarian state capital Munich southward into the picturesque Alpine foothills. Following the green ribbon of the Isar River, the path runs on a diverse mixture of natural riverside trails, reinforced embankments, and shaded forest paths through the Isar floodplains. A central highlight is the wild river landscape of the "Pupplinger Au," a nature reserve of European significance, as well as the confluence of the Isar and Loisach rivers just...
- 3.9 (8)·Easy·3.5 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrVaried Munich art and culture trail. This charming path leads from the Theresienstraße underground station through Munich's old town with its countless museums, sights and cafés. It goes to Kapuzinerplatz. Highlights of the route: - Old and New Pinakothek - Maximilian Forum - Art library & picture room - street art
- 3.9 (6)·Easy·20.8 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrThe north circuit leads from the Olympic stadium and mountain in Munich to the football arena and the wind turbine hill in Fröttmaning, over as many narrow paths as possible. (Olympiapark, Luitpoldpark, Petuelpark, Schwabinger See, English Garden, northern Isar trails on the east and then west side, Mugl am Poschinger Weiher, wind turbine and football arena in Fröttmaning, Panzerwiese, Hartelholz, Lerchenauer See). A detailed description including pictures can be found at:...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest bike touring trail in Munich?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest bike touring trail in Munich is Brenner-Dolomiten-Friaul-Wien. This trail is estimated to be 644.9 mi long.
Which bike touring trail has the most elevation gain in Munich?
Munich: With an ascent of 80,101 ft, Brenner-Dolomiten-Friaul-Wien has the most elevation gain of all of the bike touring trails in the area. The next highest ascent for bike touring trails is Mit dem Rad von München nach Venedig with 36,010 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult bike touring trail in Munich?
The most popular and difficult bike touring trail in Munich is Isartrails with a 3.8-star rating from 12 reviews.
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