Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg
17.5miLength
1,184ftElevation gain
Point to point
Family-friendly bike tour between Speyer and Heidelberg, Rhineland-Palatinate/Baden-Wuerttemberg.
Well signposted, picturesque nature and numerous sights in the heart of the Kurpfalz - the Kurpfalz route is made for an unforgettable bike tour with the whole family. From the Kaiserdom in Speyer am Neckar you cycle via Schwetzingen to Heidelberg. In Schwetzingen, a visit to the castle and castle gardens is worthwhile.
Highlights of the tour:
- Speyer Imperial Cathedral
- idyllic natural landscapes
- Schwetzingen with the castle and castle garden
- Heidelberg with old town and castle
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Top sights
Dom zu Speyer
Attraction
Moscheeweiher
Pond
Wandelgang
Building
Südliches Angloise
Attraction
Ketscher Altrhein
River
Speyer Jewry-Cout
Attraction
St. Sebastian
Building
U9
Attraction
Hohwiesensee
Lake
Liller Halle
Attraction
Nördlicher Baggersee
Bay
Südlicher Baggersee
Bay
Ölberg
Attraction
Jüdisches Viertel
Attraction
Marstall
Building
Luna Loop
Attraction
Seenotkreuzer John T. Essberger
Attraction
Marineausstellung
Attraction
Alter Lokschuppen
Building
Gräberfeld Jungsteinzeit
Archaeological site
Top sights
Dom zu Speyer
Attraction
Moscheeweiher
Pond
Wandelgang
Building
Südliches Angloise
Attraction
Ketscher Altrhein
River
Speyer Jewry-Cout
Attraction
St. Sebastian
Building
U9
Attraction
Hohwiesensee
Lake
Liller Halle
Attraction
Nördlicher Baggersee
Bay
Südlicher Baggersee
Bay
Ölberg
Attraction
Jüdisches Viertel
Attraction
Marstall
Building
Luna Loop
Attraction
Seenotkreuzer John T. Essberger
Attraction
Marineausstellung
Attraction
Alter Lokschuppen
Building
Gräberfeld Jungsteinzeit
Archaeological site
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Explore this 17.5-mile point-to-point trail near Speyer, Rhineland-Palatine. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This trail is great for bike touring, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.
What is the expected weather this week for Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg?
Expected weather for Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg for the next 5 days is:
- Fri, September 25 - 78 degrees/clear
- Sat, September 26 - 82 degrees/clear
- Sun, September 27 - 85 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 28 - 85 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 29 - 81 degrees/clear
Where is Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg located?
Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg is a trail located in Speyer, Rhineland-Palatine, Germany.
Are dogs allowed on Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg?
Dogs may be allowed on Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg?
April to October is the most popular time of year to visit Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg.
How busy is Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg?
According to trailgoers, Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg is usually not too busy. April to October is the most popular time of year to visit Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg.
Are there rivers at Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg?
Yes, Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg is near Ketscher Altrhein.
Are there lakes at Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg?
Yes, Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg is near Hohwiesensee.
Is Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg kid-friendly?
Yes, many trailgoers have described Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg as good for kids and families. Kid-friendly trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg is paved.
Are there forests at Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg?
Yes, Kurpfalzroute: Speyer - Heidelberg is a forest trail.
Last updated on September 25, 2026 at 3:43 am GMT+0