Best beach trails in Altmühltal Nature Park
The Altmühltal Nature Park is a 2962 square kilometer nature park in Bavaria, which is almost identical in area to the Southern Franconian Alb. It was founded in 1969 and is the fourth largest nature park in Germany. There are a number of protected areas in the nature park, such as the Jura dry slope, Thalach meadows, Weltenburger Enge and the Kuhbachtal valley, and the popular Altmühltal panorama trail runs through the nature park and leads past scenic and cultural experiences.
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- 4.8 (15)·Moderate·4.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrIdyllic hike along the Danube and through the forests of the Weltenburger Enge nature reserve around Kelheim in the Altmühltal nature park. Duration: approx. 2 hours Highlights of the hike: - historical hermitage of monasteries with rock church and refreshment stops in the beer garden - caves along the way - impressive rock formations - Views of the Danube breakthrough - Weltenburg Monastery -
- 4.4 (17)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic hike in the Altmühltal Nature Park, Bavaria. This fantastic hike offers the perfect mix of nature, culture and magnificent views. The route runs through the Weltenburger Enge nature reserve, which is characterized by mighty rock faces up to 70 m high. Both the starting and finishing points can be reached by bus. Highlights of the hike: - Weltenburger Enge nature reserve ("Danube Gorge") - imposing rock formations - Kelheim Franciscan Church - great views of the Danube valley -...
- 3.9 (18)·Easy·23.7 mi·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 center. 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 old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is absolutely worth seeing and is one of the...
- 4.3 (15)·Moderate·3.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop near Weltenburg in the Altmühltal Nature Park, Bavaria, Germany This beautiful, short route leads from Weltenburg along the Danube to the monastery of the same name with its brewery museum and monastery pub. It is the oldest monastery brewery in the world! The route continues along magnificent beech and mixed forests close to the Danube to the Danube gorge, the "Weltenburger Enge", which is a popular photo motif. The Long Wall, which ends the Danube Promenade Trail, is also...
- 4.6 (8)·Moderate·28.3 mi·Est. 11–12 hrThis route is stage 4 of the Altmühltal Cycle Path, a long-distance trail between Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Kelheim. Starting in Eichstätt, this 45.9 km section follows the Altmühl river past limestone cliffs to Beilngries. Highlights include Eichstätt's historic center, the castle ruins in Kipfenberg, and the dammed river near Pfraundorf. Overnight options consist of local guesthouses, inns, and hotels, with advance bookings recommended during peak season. Water can be refilled in towns...
- 4.9 (185)·Moderate·7.9 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular hiking trail in the Altmuehltal Nature Park, Bavaria. A great hike through the picturesque Altmuehltal. The route leads along the Altmuehl and through a forest. Some unique surprises await you along the way, such as the Kindinger Klause. As archaeological finds prove, the rock formation, also known as the Binnleiten Cave, was already used as a shelter by prehistoric people. Today, the imposing rock roof invites hikers to take a break. Highlights of the hike: - Altmuehltal -...
- 4.5 (7)·Moderate·35.4 mi·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrThis route is stage 2 of the Altmühltal Cycle Path, a long-distance trail between Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Kelheim. Starting from Herrieden, this flat, gentle section follows the Altmühl river through the scenic Franconian Lake District to Treuchtlingen. Cyclists pass through historic towns like Ornbau and Gunzenhausen, skirt the shores of the Altmühlsee with its bird island nature reserve, and pass the historic Fosse Charta canal before reaching Treuchtlingen's Stadtschloss. Overnight...
- 3.6 (10)·Moderate·3.6 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic hike on the Altmühl to the Kratzmühlsee in the Altmühltal Nature Park The popular Kratzmühlsee is located in the middle of the Altmühltal Nature Park and thus in the heart of Bavaria. On the more than two kilometer long shoreline, it invites you to swim, which makes it a popular destination for young and old. On this hike, however, you first go north along the idyllic Altmühlbach to Kirchanhausen. The way back then leads past the lake, which invites you to take a longer...
Visitor info
The Altmühltal Information Center is open in the summer season, i.e. from Palm Sunday to 31 October, Mon - Fri from 9 am - 5 pm and at weekends from 10 am - 5 pm. In the winter season it is closed at lunchtime, which means that it is open Mon - Thu from 9am - 12pm and 2pm - 4pm and Fridays from 9am - 12pm.
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Points of interest
- Bienenkorb
- Wieserkreuz
- Zwölf Apostel
- Kloster Trauntal bei Kelheim
- St. Georg
- Alcimoennis (ehem. kelt. Stadt)
- Hall of Liberation
- Klause
- Östliches Schneiderloch
- Michelsberg
- Ruine Tachenstein
- Ruine Rabenstein
- Teufelskanzel
- Burgruine Tachenstein
- Ruine Rabenstein
- Römischer Wachturm (Limes) 14/65
- Römischer Wachturm (Limes) 14/77
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- Limesturm Erkertshofen
- Limes (Teufelsmauer)