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Cycling in Bavaria: Routes, Maps & Travel Tips

8Tours
38Stages
3,779 kmTotal Distance
30,528 mTotal Elevation

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Compare tours, stages and useful stops across the region.

8Tours
38Stages
3,779 kmTotal distance
30,528 mTotal elevation gain
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Tours in Bavaria

8 tours · 3,779 km · 30,528 m
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Erfurt to Karlsruhe Cycling Tour: Thuringian Forest, Franconia & Baden

Multi-day tour
4 Days · 381 km · 3,367 mErfurt → KarlsruheMedium · Tarmac (0-10% gravel) / Gravel Bike

Erlangen to Budapest Bike Tour: 10 Days via the Danube, Wachau, Vienna and Bratislava

Multi-day tour
10 Days · 424 km · 2,881 mBruck → Budapest
Cross-border
Medium · Mixed (25-50% gravel) / Gravel Bike

Nice to Munich Alpine Crossing: 9-Day Road Cycling Route over Bonette, Galibier and Iseran

Multi-day tour
9 Days · 255 km · 1,733 mNice → Munich
Cross-border
Hard · Tarmac (0-10% gravel) / Gravel Bike

Berlin to Freiburg by Bike: A 10-Day Bikepacking Route Across Germany

Multi-day tour
10 Days · 720 km · 6,760 mBerlin → FreiburgMedium · Mostly Tarmac (10-25% gravel) / Gravel Bike

Cycling from Freiburg to Bamberg: A Bikepacking Route through the Black Forest, Neckar Valley, Swabian Alb and Franconia

Multi-day tour
5 Days · 343 km · 3,000 mFreiburg → BambergMedium · Tarmac (0-10% gravel) / Gravel Bike

Cycling from Augsburg to Freiburg: A Bikepacking Route through Swabia, Stuttgart and the Black Forest

Multi-day tour
3 Days · 256 km · 2,350 mAugsburg → FreiburgHard · Tarmac (0-10% gravel) / Gravel Bike

Cycling from Freiburg to Augsburg: A Bikepacking Route through the Black Forest, Danube Valley and Swabia

Multi-day tour
3 Days · 236 km · 2,416 mFreiburg → AugsburgHard · Tarmac (0-10% gravel) / Gravel Bike

Cycling from Freiburg to Vienna: 8-Day Bikepacking Route via the Black Forest, Bavaria and the Danube

Multi-day tour
8 Days · 396 km · 2,191 mFreiburg → Vienna
Cross-border
Medium · Tarmac (0-10% gravel) / E-Bike

Region overview

Tours

8

Stages

38

Total distance

3,779 km

Total elevation gain

30,528 m

Country

Germany

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Quick facts

Terrain

83% Hills, 14% Flat, 3% Mountains

Best months

May, June, July, August

Surfaces

59% Tarmac, 17% Mixed, 24% Mostly Tarmac

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Top Tours in Bavaria

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Erfurt to Karlsruhe Cycling Tour: Thuringian Forest, Franconia & Baden

Erfurt to Karlsruhe Cycling Tour: Thuringian Forest, Franconia & Baden

4 days

381 km

Erlangen to Budapest Bike Tour: 10 Days via the Danube, Wachau, Vienna and Bratislava

Erlangen to Budapest Bike Tour: 10 Days via the Danube, Wachau, Vienna and Bratislava

10 days

925 km

Nice to Munich Alpine Crossing: 9-Day Road Cycling Route over Bonette, Galibier and Iseran

Nice to Munich Alpine Crossing: 9-Day Road Cycling Route over Bonette, Galibier and Iseran

9 days

1,263 km

Berlin to Freiburg by Bike: A 10-Day Bikepacking Route Across Germany

Berlin to Freiburg by Bike: A 10-Day Bikepacking Route Across Germany

10 days

946 km

Cycling from Freiburg to Bamberg: A Bikepacking Route through the Black Forest, Neckar Valley, Swabian Alb and Franconia

Cycling from Freiburg to Bamberg: A Bikepacking Route through the Black Forest, Neckar Valley, Swabian Alb and Franconia

5 days

418 km

Cycling from Augsburg to Freiburg: A Bikepacking Route through Swabia, Stuttgart and the Black Forest

Cycling from Augsburg to Freiburg: A Bikepacking Route through Swabia, Stuttgart and the Black Forest

3 days

337 km

Cycling from Freiburg to Augsburg: A Bikepacking Route through the Black Forest, Danube Valley and Swabia

Cycling from Freiburg to Augsburg: A Bikepacking Route through the Black Forest, Danube Valley and Swabia

3 days

300 km

Cycling from Freiburg to Vienna: 8-Day Bikepacking Route via the Black Forest, Bavaria and the Danube

Cycling from Freiburg to Vienna: 8-Day Bikepacking Route via the Black Forest, Bavaria and the Danube

8 days

764 km

Day rides from Bavaria

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Day 9: Ybbs → Vienna

Day 9: Ybbs → Vienna

1 day

110 km

Day 8: Linz → Ybbs

Day 8: Linz → Ybbs

1 day

76 km

Day 7: Braunau → Linz

Day 7: Braunau → Linz

1 day

109 km

Day 6: Munich → Braunau

Day 6: Munich → Braunau

1 day

129 km

Day 5: Memmingen → Munich

Day 5: Memmingen → Munich

1 day

117 km

Day 4: Pfullendorf → Memmingen

Day 4: Pfullendorf → Memmingen

1 day

82 km

Day 3: Donaueschingen → Pfullendorf

Day 3: Donaueschingen → Pfullendorf

1 day

69 km

Day 2: Kirchzarten → Donaueschingen

Day 2: Kirchzarten → Donaueschingen

1 day

51 km

Day 1: Freiburg → Kirchzarten

Day 1: Freiburg → Kirchzarten

1 day

25 km

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Frequently Asked Questions

These routes are recommended for their scenic beauty, cultural significance, and well-maintained cycling infrastructure. Whether you're looking for challenging mountain passes or gentle valley rides, Bavaria offers diverse terrain for all skill levels.


The best time for cycling in Bavaria typically depends on altitude and weather patterns. Generally, late spring through early autumn (May-September) offers the most favorable conditions for multi-day bike tours. Check individual route details for optimal timing.


Yes! Bavaria offers cycling routes for all experience levels. Look for tours with lower daily distances (under 60km) and minimal elevation gain. Many valley routes and bike paths provide excellent beginner-friendly options.


Cycling tours in Bavaria range from easy valley rides to challenging alpine adventures. Check each tour's elevation profile, daily distance, and difficulty rating for guidance.


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