Dietfurt Lock – Beilngries Old Town loop from Töging

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Dietfurt Lock – Beilngries Old Town loop from Töging

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Dietfurt Lock – Beilngries Old Town loop from Töging

01:33

20.4km

180m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 30, 2026

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Naturpark Altmühltal

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1.87 km

Dietfurt Lock

Highlight • Structure

The Main-Danube Canal connects the Main and the Danube, as does the historic Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal, which has only been preserved in fragments. The new canal thus represents an efficient transport connection between the conurbations on the Rhine and those in the Danube region.
The artificial waterway overcomes the elevations of the Franconian Alb from Bamberg via Nuremberg to the confluence with the Danube in Kelheim. These differences in height are gradually overcome with the help of locks.

When the lock chamber is emptied, 60% of the water is diverted into the terraced storage tanks of the Dietfurt lock to the side of the lock chamber. The water stored there is then used to fill the lock chamber when the lock is opened again. The remaining fill in the lock chamber is taken from the higher-lying canal section. Pumping stations on the south ramp of the canal ensure a constant water level in the canal.

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2.98 km

Dietfurt Lock on the Main-Danube Canal

Highlight • Monument

From the bridge over the Main-Danube Canal you have a beautiful view of the Dietfurt Lock.

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5.66 km

Main-Danube Canal

Highlight • River

5.73 km

Main-Danube Canal Cycle Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Bike path on the RMD canal, straightened and a bit bleak.

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11.2 km

Beilngries Old Town and Riverside

Highlight • Settlement

Nestled in the heart of the Altmühl Valley Nature Park and directly on the Main-Danube Canal lies the town of Beilngries. This historic masterpiece by several famous architects is nestled in the beautiful landscape of the Altmühl Valley and opens the door to a diverse world of vacation and adventure. Enjoy the diversity and let Beilngries inspire you!

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11.4 km

Beilngries Old Town

Highlight • Settlement

Beilngries is a popular destination for the Altmühltal Panoramaweg and the Altmühl cycle path. Idyllically located on the Altmühl the cyclist can take a well earned break here. The first documentary mention took place in 1007. There is much to discover, such as: For example, Hirschberg Castle, the Church of St. Walburga, half-timbered houses and historic aircraft at the airfield Beilngries.
A variety of restaurants and accommodation round off the offer.
beilngries.de/urlaub

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11.5 km

Church Towers in Beilngries

Highlight • Religious Site

11.5 km

St. Walburga’s City Church

Highlight • Religious Site

Between 1912 and 1913 by the Munich architect Wilhelm Spannagel.
Saint Walburga (lived in the eighth century AD) holy Benedictine nuns. On February 25th of each year, Walpurgis Night is commemorated.

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