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

from Freiburg

to Bamberg

E-Bike: 4h 38 / day

Bike: 6h 10 / day

418 kmDistance
3,797 mElevation
5 DaysDuration
Difficulty
5Stages
Tubingen
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Freiburg - Alpirsbach
Alpirsbach - Tübingen
Tübingen - Aalen
Aalen - Ansbach
Ansbach - Bamberg

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Description

This five-day cycling route links Freiburg and Bamberg into a varied bikepacking journey across southern Germany. The route leads through the Elz Valley and the Black Forest to Alpirsbach, continues into the Neckar Valley towards Tübingen, crosses the Fils Valley and Ostalb to Aalen, then rolls through Franconian hills towards Bamberg. Expect half-timbered towns, river valleys, forested heights, Alb views, quiet country roads and historic cities. A compact tour for riders who want to explore southern Germany by bike. Create a free Rogonneur account and save the full route for your next cycling trip.

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Route

Start Point
Freiburg
End Point
Bamberg
Country
Germany
Regions
Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Black Forest, Grand Est

At a glance

Distance

418 km

Difficulty

Medium

Road type

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Duration

5 days

Tour Itinerary

  • Day 1
    Freiburg - Alpirsbach

    75 km797 m

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