Romantic Road & the Bavarian Lakes
Germany Bike Tours
Bike the magnificent upper Bavaria
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Tour Type
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Skill Level
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Length8 days
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Prices from€1073 Rates
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Overview
Via Claudia Augusta was an ancient and important Roman road, known now as the Romantic Road. It is extremely popular among cyclists and hikers, traversing the very ground where history was made.
The art and history of the German people will come alive as you cycle along a road that winds through forgotten sections of the countryside, connecting walled towns and picturesque villages. Arched gateways, guard towers, gothic cathedrals, half-timbered patchwork houses, and beautiful historic hotels add to the medieval character.
Alpine pasturelands dotted with cattle and the blue-green waters of the many Bavarian lakes will add color and unparalleled beauty to your Bavarian fairytale.
Highlights
- Via Claudia Augusta Roman road
- King Ludwig's fairy-tale castles
- Augsburg, the "Fugger" city
- The wild and romantic Lech river
- Beautiful lakes to swim
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Itinerary
Day 1: Individual arrival in Augsburg
Day 2: Augsburg - Lake Wörthsee, 39 mi. (65 km)
Day 3: Lake Wörthsee - Murnau, 36 mi. (60 km)
Day 4: Murnau - Füssen/Schwangau, 36 mi. (60 km)
Day 5: Füssen/Schwangau - Schongau, 30 mi. (50 km)
Day 6: Schongau - Landsberg/Lech, 21 mi. (35 km)
Day 7: Landsberg/Lech - Augsburg, 27 mi. (45 km)
Day 8: Departure from AugsburgAll distances are approximate. Due to circumstances beyond control such as weather conditions or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during your holiday. You may find temporary deviations/detours necessary due to roadwork or other unforeseen circumstances that will not be reflected on your maps or route descriptions. In this case, please follow the directions posted locally.
Day 1: Individual arrival in Augsburg
Fly to Munich airport and take the train to Augsburg. A college town, and the second-largest in Bavaria, it is also (following Trier) the second oldest city in all of Germany. Main attractions include the Perlachturm tower, built-in 1182, and the Fuggerei - the world's oldest social housing project. This is a walled enclave within the city (a city within a city) that houses 200 impoverished tenants who pay a symbolic rate of one Euro annually to live in the estate. Rows of quaint yellow flats embraced by vines have stood on this street since 1523. The history of the founding of the complex by the Fugger family, specifically Jakob Fugger, is very interesting if you have time to do a little research. More than a pious contribution to society, this enormously wealthy man had some self-centered motives at heart also. If you visit, be sure to check out some of the rules for residing there, such as dogs are not allowed, cats are!Sample hotel: There are several possible starting hotels based on availability.
- Dom Hotel Augsburg
- Dorint an der Kongresshalle
- Hotel am Rathaus
Day 2: Augsburg - Lake Wörthsee, 39 mi. (65 km)
The day starts with a welcome briefing and distribution of bicycles at 8:30 am. Across green meadows and through rustic Bavarian villages and towns you bike to Lake Ammersee. On the shores of the lake, cozy inns with sunny terraces and shady gardens invite you to take a break. Further on, this bike tour in Germany takes you to Lake Wörthsee which is well-known for its clean, warm water.Sample hotel: Hotel Jäklhof
Day 3: Lake Wörthsee - Murnau, 36 mi. (60 km)
On the edge of Lake Wörthsee and Lake Prisensee, your bike to the Andechs monastery. Pass little Weilheim - the monks of the surrounding 12 monasteries contributed to the modern appearance of the town. If you feel like swimming, you have an opportunity to do so in Lake Staffelsee or Lake Riegsee near Murnau.Sample hotel: Griesbräu zu Murnau
Day 4: Murnau - Füssen/Schwangau, 36 mi. (60 km)
Pedal your way through beautiful meadows and idyllic pastures to Füssen/Schwangau. Along the way, you can't miss the famous Wieskirche (Bavarian Rococo). Among other highlights of Füssen, you may find the oldest fresco in all of Germany in the crypt of St. Mang Basilica. It dates back to about the year 980.Sample hotel: Hotel Hirsch
Day 5: Füssen/Schwangau - Schongau, 30 mi. (50 km)
It is recommended that you visit King Ludwig's fairytale castle in Königswinkel - Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein - and the excavated Roman thermal bath at the valley station of Mount Tegelberg. Via Steingaden and Peiting, you will cycle along the scenic Via Claudia Augusta to Schongau.Sample hotel: Hotel Rössle
Day 6: Schongau - Landsberg/Lech, 21 mi. (35 km)
Schongau is an ancient Bavarian fortress. Despite its violent past, the old city wall is still in very good shape.
Today you enjoy the marvelous view over the valley of the Lech River. Altenstadt (Roman Basilica), Hochenfurch, Epfach (Roman Abodiacum, museum) and Vilgertshofen (baroque pilgrim's church) are points of interest you may want to visit before you reach Landsberg.Sample hotel: Ana Goggl
Day 7: Landsberg/Lech - Augsburg, 27 mi. (45 km)
Visit the medieval old town of Landsberg/Lech surrounded by the wild Lech River. You may want to visit the historic town hall and gothic Bavarian gate. You pedal further via Kaufering am Lech (translated Kaufering on the Lech) to Königsbrunn along 11 km of the best-preserved section of the Via Claudia. Finally, you come to the old Bavarian residence Friedberg and on to Fugger city Augsburg. Many monuments from all epochs dominate the appearance of the city.Sample hotel: There are several possible final hotels based on availability.
- Dom Hotel Augsburg
- Dorint an der Kongresshalle
- Hotel am Rathaus
Day 8: Departure from Augsburg
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Hotels & Bikes
Welcoming and comfortable 3-star hotels & guesthouses. On each day’s details, you will find the name of the preferred hotel (s). We strongly advise that you research the hotels listed and are satisfied with the accommodations. A hotel list can be provided at the time of your tour confirmation. Please request this. However, it is important to understand that at times, changes must be made, and your final hotel list may reflect this.
Bicycles
Standard touring bike
The standard touring rental bikes are 7-speed unisex or 21-speed. There are two types of frames available for the 21-speed bike, a men's frame or a unisex frame. These bikes also feature:
- Modern V-breaks
- Aluminum rims
- Aluminum frame
- Mudguards
- Selle Royal Comfort gel saddles (seatpost diameter is 27.2)
- 28-inch puncture-resistant tires
*You must specify at time of booking which bike you would like to reserve, 7 speed unisex or 21 speed unisex or men's frame.
Accessories
- Handlebar bag
- Rear pannier
- Combination lock (one per room)
- Repair kit (one per room)
- Pump (one per room)
- Odometer
- Bike helmets, UVEX i-vo, (for sale, advanced reservation, €40)
Plus Bike
The Plus bike allows for a slightly sportier sitting posture, 27 gears offer the highest flexibility and a high-quality Suntour suspension fork provides the best possible comfort across all surfaces. All accessories are also available on Rental Bike Plus.
- Hydraulic Magura Brakes
- Shimano Deore XT gearings
- Aluminum rims
- Aluminum frame
- Pannier
- Mudguards
- Handlebar bag
- Bicycle repair kit with tools, a pump, a spare inner tube, and a combination lock
- Selle Royal Esenza (seatpost diameter is 27.2)
- 28-inch puncture-resistant tires
*Availability is limited. You must specify at time of booking if you are requesting Plus Bike
Accessories
- Handlebar bag
- Pear pannier
- Combination lock (one per room)
- Repair kit (one per room)
- Pump (one per room)
- Odometer
- Bike helmets (for sale, advanced reservation, €40)
Electric Bike
These pedelec bikes have an electric motor fixed on the frame with a removable battery. A pedelec's motorised assistance only engages when the rider is pedaling and cuts out once 25 km/h is reached.
- 36 volt Bosch motor
- 500 wh battery
- Shimano 8 gear Nexus hub gears with backpedaling brake hub.
- The removable battery provides a ranch of 120 to 180 kilometers.
- Weight approximately 23 kg.
Accessories
- Handlebar bag
- Rear pannier
- Combination lock (one per room)
- Repair kit (one per room)
- Pump (one per room)
- Odometer
- Bike helmets, UVEX i-vo, (for sale, advanced reservation, €40)
*It is important to reserve your electric bike at time of booking.
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Inclusions
What’s Included
- Accommodations for 7 nights in selected 3-star hotels
- Welcome meeting
- Breakfasts
- 7 or 21-speed aluminum touring bicycle with unisex frame (men’s frame with crossbar available for the 21-speed bike)
- Bike Protection
- Luggage transfer. No restriction on the number of pieces however, weight limitation is 20 kg. Luggage must be deposited at hotel reception by 9 am. Guaranteed delivery to your next hotel by 6 pm so please prepare for your day accordingly.
- Detailed route descriptions & maps (1 set per room)
- App for navigation and GPS data available
- 7-day service hotline
What’s Not Included
- Individual arrival to Augsburg
- Remaining meals (lunches & dinners)
- Visitor’s tax (to be paid on arrival). €3 - 4 per person per night.
- Travel Insurance
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Dates & Pricing
Dates
Departures on Saturdays and Sundays from April 13 to October 5, 2024
Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Pricing
2024
Departures on Saturday and Sunday
Twin/double Single surcharge Season 1
April 13 to April 26 | September 28 to October 5$ 1973 £ 984 $ 1,771 € 1163 Ft 492067 kr 171418 ₪ 4487 ¥ 193836 Mex$ 25020 NZ$ 2185 kr 14065 zł 5049 S$ 1674 kr 13564 CHF 1106 $ 1,230 $ 711 £ 354 $ 638 € 419 Ft 177279 kr 61758 ₪ 1616 ¥ 69834 Mex$ 9014 NZ$ 787 kr 5067 zł 1819 S$ 603 kr 4887 CHF 398 $ 443 Season 2
April 27 to May 17 | September 14 to September 27$ 2160 £ 1077 $ 1,938 € 1273 Ft 538608 kr 187632 ₪ 4911 ¥ 212169 Mex$ 27387 NZ$ 2392 kr 15396 zł 5527 S$ 1833 kr 14847 CHF 1210 $ 1,346 $ 711 £ 354 $ 638 € 419 Ft 177279 kr 61758 ₪ 1616 ¥ 69834 Mex$ 9014 NZ$ 787 kr 5067 zł 1819 S$ 603 kr 4887 CHF 398 $ 443 Season 3
May 18 to September 13$ 2245 £ 1119 $ 2,015 € 1323 Ft 559763 kr 195001 ₪ 5104 ¥ 220503 Mex$ 28462 NZ$ 2486 kr 16000 zł 5744 S$ 1905 kr 15430 CHF 1258 $ 1,399 $ 711 £ 354 $ 638 € 419 Ft 177279 kr 61758 ₪ 1616 ¥ 69834 Mex$ 9014 NZ$ 787 kr 5067 zł 1819 S$ 603 kr 4887 CHF 398 $ 443 Extra Options
Extra nights
Augsburg: $ 134 £ 67 $ 120 € 79 Ft 33425 kr 11644 ₪ 305 ¥ 13167 Mex$ 1700 NZ$ 148 kr 955 zł 343 S$ 114 kr 921 CHF 75 $ 84
Single supplement: $ 93 £ 47 $ 84 € 55 Ft 23271 kr 8107 ₪ 212 ¥ 9167 Mex$ 1183 NZ$ 103 kr 665 zł 239 S$ 79 kr 641 CHF 52 $ 58
If you begin your tour on Saturday (Day 1), you may request an extra night within your tour. Ask us for pricing.
Bike rental options
Electric bicycle rental: $ 271 £ 135 $ 244 € 160 Ft 67696 kr 23583 ₪ 617 ¥ 26667 Mex$ 3442 NZ$ 301 kr 1935 zł 695 S$ 230 kr 1866 CHF 152 $ 169
Rental Bike Plus: $ 119 £ 59 $ 107 € 70 Ft 29617 kr 10318 ₪ 270 ¥ 11667 Mex$ 1506 NZ$ 132 kr 847 zł 304 S$ 101 kr 816 CHF 67 $ 74
Bike helmets, UVEX i-vo, (for sale, advanced reservation): $ 68 £ 34 $ 61 € 40 Ft 16924 kr 5896 ₪ 154 ¥ 6667 Mex$ 861 NZ$ 75 kr 484 zł 174 S$ 58 kr 467 CHF 38 $ 42
Children's bikes, follow me bike, child trailer, and children seats are available.
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Extra Info
Skill Level — Moderate
This is a moderate self-guided hotel tour. For a regular cyclist, this tour is very manageable. Routes follow bike paths and country roads with little traffic. Daily distances range from 28 to 38 miles with the whole day to complete the mileage. In the first 3 days, some climbs have to be tackled. After Füssen, you bike along the Lech River which is almost completely flat to Augsburg. The roads are mostly paved, but there are some long sections on gravel paths. Your tour begins at approximately 500m elevation. You will climb to a maximum of 900m and end your tour at approximately the same elevation in which you started.
Airport Info
Fly to Munich airport.
Local Travel
From Munich airport, take the train to Augsburg. Ride is approximately 1 hr 30 mins, cost ± €20 depending on train and connections. Once in Augsburg, it’s just a short walk or taxi to the hotel.
Climate
Bavaria is in the wet-warm-moderate climate zone. The ideal time for a cycling tour is therefore spring, summer and autumn. Due to Austria’s location in the Alpine foothills, there is always a chance of showers in summer. Don’t forget your raingear!
Remarks
Available for this tour is an app that can be downloaded to your smartphone (Apple or Android). You can request the GPX tracks by email which you can then upload into your device. The maps are available in offline mode to avoid data charges. Just ask us for a helpful PDF file with step by step instructions from downloading the app, to uploading the GPX tracks and hotel lists.
Important to know
DOCUMENTS
Before you travel, please check your country's passport and visa requirements and the passport and visa requirements of the country/countries you plan to visit. For US citizens, the US Department of State website is a good source of information. The Country Information tab in the International Travel section provides details about passport validity, blank passport pages required, etc. For our other international clients, please be sure that you research your own country's travel requirements. It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure proper documentation.
*Important note: Please check the status of the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) as once implemented will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.
Extra Stay
Extra nights are generally not available within the itinerary however, if your Day 1 is a Saturday, you may request one extra night within the tour.
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Eurobike.
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