Itinerary
- Day 1
Volkach
You'll start in Volkach, a small town with plenty to see on foot. Walk over to Maria im Weingarten, the pilgrimage church, or find a spot at one of the local inns to watch the town wake up. This is a good day to settle in and get a feel for the place before things get active.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Cycle tour according to itinerary
Optional Activities
- Walk to the pilgrimage church Maria im Weingarten
- Explore inns and town center
Landmarks Maria im Weingarten - Day 2
Volkach to Iphofen
Today's a 42 km bike ride along the Altmain loop heading out from Volkach. You'll pass through wine villages like Nordheim, Escherndorf, and Sommerach, and check out grand estates belonging to the Counts of Schönborn and Princes of Castell. Medieval towns with defensive walls dot the route. Plan for about 3.5 hours in the saddle on terrain that's mostly easy with a few short climbs thrown in.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Cycle tour according to itinerary
- Loop along the Altmain to Münterschwarzach
- Visit wine villages (Nordheim, Escherndorf, Sommerach)
Optional Activities
- Explore castles and estates of the Counts of Schönborn and Princes of Castell
- Discover medieval defensive walls and architecture
Landmarks Nordheim Escherndorf Sommerach 
- Day 3
Iphofen to Rottingen
This is a 50 km cycling day that takes about 4.5 hours. You'll start by riding past fortified churches at Markt Einersheim and Mönchsondheim in the morning, then pedal through wine villages in the Keuper region. Later, you'll follow the Gollach valley south into the Tauber Valley, finishing in Rottingen, which is known for its sundials. The difficulty ranges from easy to medium with some varied terrain.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Cycle tour according to itinerary
- Visit former fortified churches of Markt Einersheim and Mönchsondheim
Optional Activities
- Explore wine villages in the Keuper region
- Discover sundials in Rottingen
Landmarks Markt Einersheim Mönchsondheim Rottingen 
- Day 4
Rottingen to Beckstein/Lauda-Konigshofen
A 36 km day through the Tauber Valley takes about 3 hours of riding. You'll travel along paths connected to the Counts of Hohenlohe's historical influence. Stop and try the Markelsheimer wine if you get the chance. The route passes through Bad Mergentheim and Tauberbischofsheim, areas once favored by Teutonic lords and regional administrators. This stage is quite easy with minimal climbing.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Cycle tour according to itinerary
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting or exploration of regional wines
- Visit Bad Mergentheim
- Explore Tauberbischofsheim
Landmarks Tauber Valley Bad Mergentheim Tauberbischofsheim - Day 5
Beckstein/Lauda-Konigshofen to Homburg am Main
Today you'll cover about 52 km through wine estates tied to the Counts of Wertheim, taking roughly 4.5 hours. The Homburg Kallmuth vineyard is the main feature. You'll also see Bronnbach Abbey, Wertheim Castle and town, plus Homburg Castle, all adding historical depth to the ride. The terrain stays easy throughout.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Cycle tour according to itinerary
Optional Activities
- Visit Bronnbach Abbey
- Explore Wertheim Castle and town
- Visit Homburg Castle
- Wine tasting at Homburg Kallmuth vineyard
Landmarks Bronnbach Abbey Wertheim Castle Homburg Castle Homburg Kallmuth 
- Day 6
Homburg am Main to Erlabrunn
A 39 km day in about 3.5 hours showing that wine grows beyond just the Main valley. You'll ride through villages like Erlenbach and Leinach where agriculture becomes more varied. Between Mainviereck and Maindreieck, farmland takes over. At Zellingen, you're back in the Main valley on the Bocksbeutel route. If you want a side trip, the Rococo Garden near Veitshochheim is optional, about 4 km each way. Terrain is easy with some gentle hills.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Cycle tour according to itinerary
Optional Activities
- Visit Rococo Garden in Veitshochheim (approximately 4 km one way)
Landmarks Erlenbach Leinach Zellingen Rococo Garden Veitshochheim - Day 7
Erlabrunn to Sulzfeld
Today brings 46 km and 4 hours of medium-difficulty riding through a region so loaded with vineyards and history that trying every one would be impossible. You'll go through Würzburg, Sommerhausen, Ochsenfurt, Frickenhausen, and Sulzfeld. Each town has its own historical character and wine culture worth exploring when you need to rest.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Cycle tour according to itinerary
Optional Activities
- Explore Würzburg
- Visit Sommerhausen
- Discover Ochsenfurt
- Explore Frickenhausen
Landmarks Würzburg Sommerhausen Ochsenfurt Frickenhausen Sulzfeld - Day 8
Sulzfeld to Volkach
Your final cycling day covers 44 km in about 3.5 hours on medium terrain. The real challenge is climbing from Dettelbach up to Neuses am Berg, but once you reach the top, the views of the Main valley and Steigerwald justify the effort. After the descent, you'll ride back to Volkach along the Altmain, completing the wine route journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Cycle tour according to itinerary
Optional Activities
- Scenic viewpoint at Neuses am Berg
Landmarks Dettelbach Neuses am Berg Steigerwald - Day 9
Volkach
Breakfast is served before you head out. After that, it's your departure day. You'll leave Volkach with memories of cycling through wine country and checking out all those historical sites and small towns.
- Meals
- Breakfast
