Castles and Monasteries
The Vierzehnheiligen pilgrimage church, Veste Coburg and Burg Lauenstein all sit on one single stage. Between the Staffelberg and the Kleinziegenfelder valley, winding roads and centuries of history take turns all day long.
Brewery-Rich Franconia
The region holds the world's highest brewery density. Each evening you sample regional beers straight from the source, before the next stage through Franconian Switzerland comes round the following morning.
The City Triangle
The way runs through the historic triangle of Bamberg, Bayreuth and Nuremberg. Between the three cities lie gently sweeping curves, shady forests and views of mighty castles from past centuries.
Curves in Upper Franconia
The Rauher Kulm, Friedenfels and the Bayreuth Hermitage all sit on the third day. Stages of 240 to 280 kilometres run mostly on good asphalt, with the occasional more demanding section for confident riders.
Hersbrucker Switzerland
This section crosses Waldstein and Sanspareil, past Schloss Seehof, the Giechburg and the Gügel. Tight hairpins and narrow bends demand solid riding skills but repay them with wide and varied views.
