Franconia: Classical Germany
Classical Germany: Pedal through history
Franconia is a treasure, a region rich in rolling hills, fantasy castles, and timber frame houses. It is also the center of a wine culture that began in Roman times.
We’ll explore medieval towns and castles, Renaissance palaces, Baroque opera houses, and vibrant vineyards along the Main River cycling path.
Tour Essence
- Ride mostly on safe and well kept bike path
- Enjoy local wines of Franconia
- Discover 2000 years of history
- Visit the castle of Würzburg, one of best of Europe
- Live the spirit of German summer events
What to Expect
Terrain
Gentle RollingStart Location
Bayreuth, GermanyEnd Location
Rothenburg, GermanyMileage
Average Daily: 34 miles Total: 201 miles
Once you have a trip confirmed, we will feed you a steady diet of additional pre-departure information that includes: How to train, prepare, pack and all the wonderful, inspirational and practical things you want and need to know before you go! Our Travel Advisors will be available to help plan your pre- and post-tour travel.
- Expert, bilingual guides
- Cultural visits with guides
- Cycling clinics
- Van support and luggage handling
What’s Included
- Use of our exclusive carbon road bike, La Classica Ribelle (or Equivalent Carbon Road Bike)
- Garmin Edge Touring GPS loaded with the GPX tracks of your rides
- Two water bottles
- Saddle bag with repair kit
- Optional: Map holder on handlebar
Pedal Options:
- Flat pedals
- Half-toe pedals (without straps)
What’s Not Included
- Helmet
- Optional: clipless/SPD pedals with shoes
- Optional: your own saddle
- All accommodations
- All breakfasts
- 2 lunches
- 5 dinners
We’ll explore medieval towns and castles, Renaissance palaces, Baroque opera houses, and vibrant vineyards along the Main River cycling path.
Start Location
Bayreuth, GermanyFly Into
Nuremberg AirportEnd Location
Rothenburg, GermanyFly Out Of
Nuremberg AirportBayreuth
Meals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
8 milesRiding Terrain
RollingMeals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
H4 Residenzschloss
H4 Hotel Residenzschloss Bayreuth is just a stone’s throw from the most beautiful sights in the Wilhelmine town.
Bayreuth is a city that has historically grown as a Margravial Residence and is in the meantime world famous because of the Richard Wagner Festival. It is the largest city in Upper Franconia. Today, it is a modern Economic, Congress and University City that is on it´s way to becoming a High-Tech Centre of the region. Bayreuth’s places of interest, it´s Museums and its diversity of cultural offers promises exciting days throughout the year.
Bad Staffelstein
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
45 milesRiding Terrain
RollingMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Best Western – Kurhotel an der Obermaintherme
The Kurhotel is situated in the beautiful landscape of the Upper Main Valley (Obermaintal). The spa is right beside the Hotel connected with a skywalk. These are only a couple of the conveniences turning the Kurhotel into a very special place of peace and relaxation. The hotel owes its name to its proximity to the Upper Main Thermal Spring (Obermaintherme).
Bamberg
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
28/37 milesRiding Terrain
RollingMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Hotel Villa Gayerwwoerthstrasse
The hotel is built in the most stunning of riverside locations on the island in the centre of the historical old town, next to the banks of the old Ludwig-Danube-Main-Canal and all the sights and attractions are on your doorstep.
Volkach
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
41 milesRiding Terrain
RollingMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Romantik Hotel Zur Schwane
An interplay of zeitgeist and urban romance, the “Hotel Zur Schwane” has always been surrounded by the best vineyards of Volkach and Escherndorf. Spending time in the wine cellar, you will be able to taste, feel and see the bond between traditional and modern wine making. The romantic flair is undeniable as you spend time in this historic structure.
Würzburg
Meals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAverage Mileage
32/40 milesRiding Terrain
HillyMeals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAccommodations
Hotel Wurzburger Hof
The historic Würzburger Hof was reconstructed after being bombed during the Second World War, and is now resplendent with its magnificent facade in traditional castle yellow, decorated with delicate white stucco. It is conveniently located a short walk from the market square.
Rothenburg ob der Taub
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
40 milesRiding Terrain
Flat and rollingMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Hotel Burggartenpalais
In the old city centre, near the town hall, the streets are lined with patrician mansions. The castle-like main house of the patrician family Bezold is one of the oldest houses in Rothenburg. It boasts a beautiful outdoor deck in a large private garden where you can relax and enjoy your day over a nice cup of coffee or cappuccino.
