Basilica of the Fourteen Holy Helpers – Bamberg Gate (Lichtenfels) loop from Michelau (Oberfr)

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Basilica of the Fourteen Holy Helpers – Bamberg Gate (Lichtenfels) loop from Michelau (Oberfr)

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Basilica of the Fourteen Holy Helpers – Bamberg Gate (Lichtenfels) loop from Michelau (Oberfr)

01:53

27.6km

350m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 9, 2026

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Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 5 m for 30 m

After 27.6 km for 30 m

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8.63 km

Basilica of the Fourteen Holy Helpers

Highlight • Religious Site

8.64 km

Basilica of the Fourteen Holy Helpers (Basilika Vierzehnheiligen)

Highlight • Religious Site

The mountain up to the pilgrimage basilica is tough. Especially in the upper area it gets really steep and the thighs have to work properly. Step in, you can do it!

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10.5 km

View of Spitzberg and Staffelberg

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From Vierzehnheiligen you get this great view of the two mountains 🤗

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13.4 km

Ascent and Descent to Staffelbergklause

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The last few meters burn again in the calves .. at least uphill.

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23.0 km

Lower Gate (Untere Tor), Lichtenfels

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The core of the Lower or Bamberg Gate dates back to the 14th century, the upper floor and the roof were added in 1618.

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23.0 km

Bamberg Gate (Lichtenfels)

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blends in well with the surroundings

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23.1 km

Lichtenfels Old Town (Basket City)

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Lichtenfels is the district town of the district of Lichtenfels in the Bavarian administrative region of Upper Franconia and a medium-sized center. It is part of the metropolitan region of …

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23.1 km

Lichtenfels Old Town

Highlight • Historical Site

The old town of Lichtenfels has retained its typical Franconian character to this day. In the 14th century, the town was surrounded by a ring wall with three gate towers: …

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