Cycling holidays in Bavaria

Cycling in Bavaria: Diversity from Franconia to the Alps

Of course, Bavaria has much more to offer than the clichés of romantic royal castles, Oktoberfest, and white-blue coziness. And what better way to discover the culture, the country, and its people than on a cycling tour through Bavaria?

It's true that you can't discover Bavaria's highest point by bike. After all, the summit of the Zugspitze is at 2962 m. But on a cycling holiday through Upper Bavaria, you can get very close to the highest mountain in Germany and perhaps take the Zugspitzbahn from Garmisch-Partenkirchen for a leisurely ride to the summit.

But instead, you can reach the lowest point in Bavaria on a cycling tour along the Main: Kahl am Main, located between Aschaffenburg and Frankfurt, is at 100 m.

Between these two places, a diverse destination awaits you with classic cycling regions such as the Altmühl, Inns, and Danube. But also the hillier regions in the Allgäu or Franconia, through whose valleys you can cycle in a surprisingly relaxed way. Or you can cycle – perhaps supported by an e-bike – on the insider tips Romantic Road or Lake Constance-Königssee Cycle Path.

In the south-east of Germany, we have a suitable cycling tour in Bavaria for every taste.

Two cyclists sitting on a wooden bench under green trees, overlooking the turquoise Walchensee with mountains in the background. A bicycle is parked nearby. — Cyclists at Walchensee

Bestseller Tours in Bavaria

Cycling holidays in Bavaria are so lovely

Two cyclists riding on paved path through green meadows with Alpine mountains in background near Wallgau and Krün, Bavaria, under blue sky. — Cyclists between Wallgau and Krün

Panoramic view of rolling green meadows with scattered trees and a lake, backed by the dramatic peaks of the Bavarian Alps near Füssen. — Mountain landscape near Füssen

Neuschwanstein Castle perched on a forested hillside in Bavaria, surrounded by dense green forest, rocky cliffs, and mountain landscape. — Neuschwanstein Castle

View of Schloss Johannisburg with red sandstone towers across the Main River in Aschaffenburg, surrounded by lush green trees under blue sky. — Johannisburg Castle in Aschaffenburg

White chapel with red roof on yellow flower meadow by lake in Allgäu near Füssen. Snow-capped Alpine peaks and forests in background under blue sky. — Füssen in the Allgäu

Panoramic view of Passau along the Danube River with historic buildings, church towers, and orange rooftops framed by green hills. — The Danube in Passau

Metal footbridge leading to three wooden boathouses on calm Kochelsee lake. Mountains and trees reflected in water under blue morning sky. — Boathouses on Lake Kochel

Pedestrians and cyclist on Steinerne Brücke stone bridge crossing the Danube River in Regensburg with historic cathedral and colorful buildings. — Stone Bridge in Regensburg

Scenic view of Henkersteg bridge and medieval buildings along the Pegnitz River in Nuremberg with half-timbered houses and green trees. — Henkersteg in Nuremberg

Two cyclists on red bikes with blue panniers riding along a paved path beside a lake in Bavaria, with trees and blue sky in the background. — Cyclists at the source of the Altmühl

Forggensee lake in Bavaria with sailboats on turquoise water, wooded peninsula, and Tegelberg mountain range under blue sky with clouds. — The Tegelberg by Lake Forggensee

Bavarian village on Lake Tegernsee with church spire, traditional buildings, and forested mountains under blue sky with white clouds. — Tegernsee

Two cyclists with helmets riding on gravel path through meadow near Mittenwald. Snow-capped mountains and wooden cabin visible in background. — Cyclists in Mittenwald

Munich cityscape with Frauenkirche towers and historic buildings, snow-capped Alps visible on the horizon under blue sky. — Munich with a mountain panorama

Athletic cycle tours in Bavaria

Short cycle tours in Bavaria

Long cycle tours in Bavaria

Cycling Destinations in Bavaria

Prunn Castle perched on white limestone cliffs above the Altmühl River, surrounded by green forested hills under a blue sky with white clouds.

Cycling holidays along the Altmühl

For easy-going cyclists, canoeists, and hikers, this holiday along the Altmühl has everything you need to get away from your daily stress, Enjoy the countryside and local hospitality.

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Schloss Johannisburg with red sandstone towers reflected in the Main River, surrounded by lush green trees under a blue sky in Aschaffenburg.

Cycling holidays along the Main

From Beer Franconia to Wine Franconia cycle along idyllic paths alongside the Main. A bike holiday along the Main has even more to offer! Be inspired by our insider tips: the beer tour or a biking holiday along the Main and the Tauber.

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Colorful historic buildings of Passau old town along the Danube River with a white tower with red roof, viewed from rocky riverbank under blue sky.

Cycling holidays along the Bavarian Danube

A warm welcome from the Bavarian Danube. The Danube cycle path takes you through Bavaria from Ulm to Passau. Cycle through this varied countryside passing historic towns. Discover a host of highlights along the Danube and see the Bavarian style of life.

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Woman with red bicycle and map on cobblestone path in Ochsenfurt, Franconia. Stone wall and chapel with vineyards visible under blue sky.

Cycling holidays in Franconia

Get to know the Unesco-designated cities of Bamberg, Würzburg, and Bayreuth on a cycling holiday in Franconia. Walk in the footsteps of the Romans. Cycle along the Romantic Road and enjoy the beauty of the Altmühl Valley.

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Aerial view of Königssee lake surrounded by steep mountains in Upper Bavaria. Turquoise water winds between forested slopes under blue sky.

Cycling holidays in Upper Bavaria

Cycling holidays in Upper Bavaria are almost too good to be true. Along the way are fairytale castles, lakes, mountains, and traditional villages. Rounded off with a hearty snack and a pint of beer, it all sounds like a cliché, but it's not.

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Two cyclists on a gravel path through green meadows near Oberstaufen in the Allgäu region, with forested mountains and blue sky.

Cycling holidays through the Allgäu

The Allgäu attracts visitors with historic towns, baroque churches, and Roman relics. The colors of nature are spectacular, just like the mountains with melodious names like Großer Krottenkopf or Nebelhorn. The Allgäu is so charming, you will love it!

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Beer gardens, castles and mountain lakes – Bavaria at its most beautiful

On the Hop Tour, you’ll discover Lower and Upper Bavaria in a whole new light. On this circular route, you’ll cycle along the Danube and the Isar from Regensburg to Freising. The Abens river takes you back to your starting point in Regensburg on this cycling tour through Bavaria. The famous Romantic Road runs from the Alps, starting in Füssen, down to the Main River in Würzburg.

One of the classic cycling tours in Bavaria, the Lake Constance–Königssee Cycle Route, requires a bit of fitness. However, the views more than make up for all the effort! On the Allgäu Loop starting from Lindau, you’ll cycle through the picture-postcard-perfect hilly landscapes of the Alpine foothills. On this cycling tour in Bavaria, too, you should either be reasonably fit or make use of an e-bike for assistance.

Lakes and Bavarian idyll await you on the Munich Lakes Tour. What your children will remember most about this cycling tour in Bavaria is the glistening of the sun on the water. After all, there’s always plenty of time on this cycling tour in Bavaria to cool off in one of the famous, crystal-clear lakes.

St. Bartholomä church with red onion domes on Königssee shore, surrounded by green meadow and trees with dramatic Alpine peaks behind. — St Bartholomew at Königssee