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Germany
Bavaria
Upper Bavaria
Altmühltal
Landkreis Weißenburg-Gunzenhausen
Gnotzheim

South shore of Altmühlsee – Altmühl Lake loop from Gnotzheim

Easy

4.0

(1)

18

riders

South shore of Altmühlsee – Altmühl Lake loop from Gnotzheim

01:16

21.0km

140m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Naturpark Altmühltal

Geopark Ries

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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7.26 km

Limes Watch Post at Pfahlweg

Highlight • Historical Site

Excavations by the Imperial Limes Commission at the end of the 19th century uncovered this unusual structure at this site.

It is located on a well-developed cycle path, such as the Limes Cycle Route.

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2

8.17 km

South shore of Altmühlsee

Highlight • Lake

There is a beautiful path around the lake, with information boards about environmental protection and the lake. Walking around it is an experience and a visit to the bird island is particularly recommended.

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8.74 km

Altmühl Lake

Highlight • Lake

The Altmühlsee is part of the Franconian Lake District. A variety of sporting leisure activities are possible. The infrastructure is very well developed.

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4

8.87 km

View of Altmühl Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

From here you have a great view of Lake Altmühl.

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9.02 km

Altmühlsee

Highlight • Lake

A lap around the two Franconian lakes is worth every kilometer.

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9.80 km

Old Town Gunzenhausen

Highlight • Settlement

Gunzenhausen has a wonderful, lively old town with small shops, ice cream parlors, and even gluten-free food such as pizza and cakes are available.

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7

11.5 km

Umbrella Sky Project Gunzenhausen

Highlight • Structure

An original decoration of the historic city center. Nice contrast to the old buildings

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8

12.0 km

Bridge Over the Altmühl

Highlight • Bridge

A beautiful view of the city

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21.0 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.4 km

4.93 km

4.01 km

980 m

629 m

Surfaces

16.7 km

2.83 km

861 m

257 m

153 m

145 m

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Sunday 5 July

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