recommended route
Time Out Bicycle Experience: City – Country – River Tour
Bayerns Herzstück - Altmühl | Donau | Hallertau Verified partner Explorers Choice
-
/ Donau in Kelheim mit Schiff in Richtung WeltenburgPhoto: flymovies.de, Bayerns Herzstück - Altmühl | Donau | Hallertau -
/ Kelheim mit historischer AltstadtPhoto: Bayerns Herzstück - Altmühl | Donau | Hallertau
-
/ Befreiungshalle in KelheimPhoto: cadmic, Bayerns Herzstück - Altmühl | Donau | Hallertau
-
/ Die Donau in Bad AbbachPhoto: Kurverwaltung Bad Abbach, Bayerns Herzstück - Altmühl | Donau | Hallertau
-
/ Kurpark Bad AbbachPhoto: Kurverwaltung Bad Abbach, Bayerns Herzstück - Altmühl | Donau | Hallertau
-
/ Charbonnières-les-Bains-BrückePhoto: Burkert Gestaltung, Bayerns Herzstück - Altmühl | Donau | Hallertau
-
/ Markierung Stadt-Land-Fluss-TourPhoto: Bayerns Herzstück - Altmühl | Donau | Hallertau
The market square in Bad Abbach is the start of this tour, which begins by crossing the Charbonnières-les-Bains bridge to the Bad Abbach Freizeitinsel camp site and open-air pool. After that the route continues to Poikam and on along the Danube cycle path as far as Kapfelberg. Here, nature lovers can visit the district educational orchard before setting off uphill through Schultersdorf towards the forest.
Through the shady forest the route leads to the idyllically situated Frauenhäusl bar/restaurant, a popular destination for day trippers and an inviting place for a good long stop-off. The tour then makes a leisurely descent to Kelheim. The Altmühl is crossed via the pedestrian bridge, taking you straight into Kelheim’s historic old town. Why not schedule a break here for a stroll through the town. Those who have more time can also visit the Liberation Hall or make a detour by boat through the Danube Gap to Weltenburg Abbey.
After that, the route crosses the Danube, following the river out of Kelheim, through Saal an der Donau and back to Bad Abbach. On arrival, to wind down after the tour you can visit the Kaiser Therme baths or relax in the spa grounds.
Author’s recommendation
Rest Stop
Cafe am DonautorWeisses Bräuhaus Kelheim
Tips and hints
Boat trips in the Altmühl Valley and Danube Gorge
Start
Destination
Turn-by-turn directions
Note
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
You can order a free eBike / bicycle route map with the 16 Time Out Experience bicycle tours at www.rauszeit.bayern
Equipment
Basic Equipment for Bike Riding
- Cycling helmet
- Cycling gloves
- Sturdy, comfortable and preferably waterproof footwear
- Layered, moisture wicking clothing
- Rucksack (with rain cover)
- Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket)
- Sunglasses
- Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
- Cell phone
- Cash
- Navigation equipment / map and compass
Technical Equipment for Bike Riding
- Air pump or CO2 pump including cartridges
- Puncture repair kit
- Replacement inner tube
- Tire levers
- Chain tool
- Hex keys
- Phone / device holder as required
- Bike lock as required
- Where applicable, the bike must meet requirements for road use by having a bell, front and rear lamps and spoke reflectors
- The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
- For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
- Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.
Questions and answers
Would you like to the ask the author a question?
Rating
Help others by being the first to add a review.
Photos from others