Explore the romantic medieval towns on this scenic bike tour and let yourself be taken back in time.
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Germany - Rothenburg to Donauwörth- Self guided - 5 Days - Classic
Romantic Road from Rothenburg to Donauwörth
From
678€
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Duration
5 Days -
Difficulty
Easy -
Distance
145km -
Landscapes
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Nature -
River -
City -
Castle -
Greenway
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Theme
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Sportive -
E-Bike -
Culture
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Type of Journey
Self-Guided
Characteristics of this journey/holiday
Day by day
Day 1 Arrival in Rothenburg
The picture book town of Rothenburg starts off your cycling holiday. Rothenburg entices visitors from all over the world, being the epitome of German romance. Discover the picturesque buildings of the medieval old town, which is surrounded by two walls. A visit to the St. Jakobs-Church is a must, where the famous altar of the wooden sculptor Tilman Riemenschneider can be found.
Day 2 Rothenburg – Dinkelsbühl 65 km
The first destination of your cyclig tour is the town of Schillingsfürst, whose baroque castle complex can be seen from afar, as it rises above the city. Before you reach the town, there is a small ascent to be overcome, as it lies on a mountain spur. Your stage destination is Dinkelsbühl in the Wörnitz valley. The city centre is rimmed with colourful town houses. Enjoy the Franconian delicacies in one of the traditional inns.
Day 3 Dinkelsbühl – Nördlingen 40 km
Today you cycle into an area of high geological interest, the Nördlinger Ries. Stage destination is the former free empire city of Nördlingen, which has the only completely preserved and passable city wall in Germany. One can enjoy a unique view from „Daniel“, the 90 m high bell tower of the St. Georg Hall church. Another feature of urban development is the Gerberviertel (tanner quarter), which is almost preserved in its original state. Those interested in geology should pay a visit to the Rieskrater-Museum.
Day 4 Nördlingen – Donauwörth 40 km
You pass Harburg, whose castle is enthroned high above the valley. You continue on to Donauwörth, which lies at where the Wörnitz mouths into the Danube. The centrepiece of the city is the magnificent Reichsstraße. The cathedral and the Café Engel are just some of the stately town houses here. Another feature is the Käthe-Kruse-Doll-Museum.
Day 5 Departure
Journey home or additional nights. After breakfast, you can travel home on your own – or you can extend your stay in Donauwörth.
Accommodation
• 4 nights in 3-4 stars hotels
Included services
• 4 nights in 3-4 stars hotels
• Breakfast buffet
• Luggage transport (NO limit to the amount
of pieces of luggage) Daily between 9am and
5:30pm
• Best prepared travel documents
• Night watchman tour in Rothenburg
• GPS Data
• 7/7 Service Hotline
City tax is not included and has to be paid on the spot.
Possible options :
• Bus transfer Donauwörth – Rothenburg excl. bike : on request
Tour dates
Arrival: Every Tuesday/Wednesday : 10.04. – 05.10.2026
Additional informations
Route characteristics: Well signposted and runs mainly along quiet country roads, partly on paved cycle paths and forest trails. Hilly terrain with frequent ups and downs alternates with flat and mostly level stages.
How to get there ?
By plane:
For example: from Frankfurt or Stuttgart airport, then approx. 2 hours by car.
General information:
▪ Please be prepared and bring all necessary items with you, e.g. suitable rainwear (jacket and pants), a sun hat, sunscreen, and suitable sports shoes.
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