Itinerary
- Day 1
Bamberg
You'll arrive in Bamberg and get oriented with this medieval town spread across seven hills. Walking through the cobblestone streets, you'll come across Bamberg Cathedral and the Old Town Hall, both worth stopping by. The Little Venice district, with its charming riverside setting, gives you a good sense of the town's character. After you settle into your accommodation, you'll have some time to rest up before tomorrow's cycling starts.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Continental breakfast)
Optional Activities
- Explore Bamberg Cathedral
- Visit the Old Town Hall on the island in the river Regnitz
- Discover Little Venice district
- Dine at local restaurants or beer gardens featuring Franconian cuisine and local beers
Landmarks/POIs Bamberg Cathedral Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus) Little Venice (Kleine Venedig) - Day 2
Bamberg to Hassfurt
Your cycling adventure begins along the Main Cycle Path. Early on, you'll visit the Maria Limbach pilgrim church, a baroque structure designed by Balthasar Neumann with some really nice architectural details. From there, the route takes you through countryside and small villages with gentle scenery. By evening, you'll reach Hassfurt and settle in along the Main River for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Continental breakfast)
Included Activities
- Cycling along the Main Cycle Path
- Visit Maria Limbach pilgrim church
Optional Activities
- Explore Hassfurt's charming streets and historic buildings
Landmarks/POIs Maria Limbach - Day 3
Hassfurt to Volkach
Today's ride follows a flat section along the river, so it's relatively manageable. You'll pass private castles and estates that line the route, giving you a sense of the region's history. Once you reach Volkach, take a walk through the village streets and check out the Baroque Schelfenhaus palace along with other historic buildings. Before heading to your accommodation, try some of the local wines that this area is known for.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Continental breakfast)
Included Activities
- Cycling along the Main Cycle Path
Optional Activities
- City walk through Volkach
- Visit Schelfenhaus Baroque palace
- Wine tasting of local regional wines
Landmarks/POIs Schelfenhaus - Day 4
Volkach to Würzburg
You'll cycle through several wine-producing villages including Sommerach, Dettelbach, Marktbreit, and Ochsenfurt, each with their own character and local wine options. After your ride, you'll arrive in Würzburg where the cultural attractions really pick up. The Residence Palace is worth spending time in since it's a UNESCO-listed baroque castle. From the old bridge by Fortress Marienberg or the Käppele pilgrimage church, the views over the city and surrounding countryside are quite nice.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Continental breakfast)
Included Activities
- Cycling along the Main Cycle Path
Optional Activities
- Stop in wine villages for lunch or coffee breaks
- Explore Würzburg's old town
- Visit the Residence Palace
- Walk across the Alte Mainbrücke (old bridge) for views
- View Fortress Marienberg
- View Käppele pilgrimage church
- Sample Würzburg wines
Landmarks/POIs Residence Palace (Fürstbischöfliches Schloss) Fortress Marienberg Käppele Alte Mainbrücke - Day 5
Würzburg
You have flexibility today. Some travelers choose to stay in Würzburg and spend more time with the city's museums, churches, and neighborhoods. Others prefer to head home or continue traveling. It really depends on what you want from your time here and whether you'd like a slower pace or want to move on to your next destination.
Optional Activities
- Additional exploration of Würzburg attractions
- Extended visit to the Residence Palace
- Departure from Würzburg
