View of Lake Ellertshäuser – Pfaffensteg loop from Ellertshäuser See
View of Lake Ellertshäuser – Pfaffensteg loop from Ellertshäuser See
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View of Lake Ellertshäuser – Pfaffensteg loop from Ellertshäuser See
01:13
19.7km
160m
Cycling
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: July 9, 2026
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Ellertshäuser See
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Start point
Parking
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1.31 km
View of Lake Ellertshäuser
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1. **Location**:
- The Ellertshäuser See is located about **15 km north of Schweinfurt** and is the largest reservoir in Lower Franconia with an area of **33 hectares**.
2. **Nature and surroundings**:
- The lake is picturesquely surrounded by forests and offers an idyllic setting for nature lovers and those seeking relaxation.
3. **Use**:
- The lake is operated by the **Free State of Bavaria** and is not only for recreation but also for **flood protection**.
4. **Activities**:
- Visitors can **hike**, **cycle** or simply enjoy nature here. There are also opportunities for **fishing** and **swimming**.
5. **Current status**:
- Recently the lake was successfully drained, which is due to the measures taken by the Bad Kissingen Water Management Office.
So Ellertshäuser See is a great place to enjoy nature and relax!
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Lower Dam Area, Ellertshäuser Lake
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1.50 km
Lake Ellertshäuser
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4.85 km
Wettringen
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5.28 km
Dreamlike cycle path along the Geißler
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8.54 km
Pfaffensteg
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10.1 km
Sulzdorf
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Sulzdorf has the 62,000 m² Lehmgrube industrial estate.
With its Catholic St. Jakobus Church from the 15th century, the village belongs to the Altenmünster parish in the diocese of Würzburg. The town has 215 inhabitants. The Sulzbach stream runs along the southern edge of the town.
On January 1, 1972, the municipality of Sulzdorf near Stadtlauringen was incorporated into the market town of Stadtlauringen.[1]
de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sulzdorf_(Stadtlauringen)
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11.5 km
Stadtlauringen Market Square
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19.7 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
5.94 km
5.93 km
4.66 km
2.40 km
502 m
302 m
Surfaces
9.81 km
7.81 km
1.21 km
482 m
419 m
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Elevation
Highest point (350 m)
Lowest point (280 m)
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