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Landkreis Weißenburg-Gunzenhausen

Solnhofen

Solnhofen Limestone Loop – gravel in the Altmühltal Nature Park

Landkreis Weißenburg-Gunzenhausen

Solnhofen

Solnhofen Limestone Loop – gravel in the Altmühltal Nature Park

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4.5

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Solnhofen Limestone Loop – gravel in the Altmühltal Nature Park

03:13

53.4km

560m

Gravel riding

This round shows you some geological features of the Altmühltal. In addition to Solnhofen, Pappenheim and Treuchtlingen are also good starting points because there is a train station in all three places. A visit to the museum in Solnhofen is worthwhile, as it houses one of the most important paleontological collections in Bavaria with several fossils of the primeval bird Archeopteryx.

On the first section along the Altmühl you have a fantastic view of the impressive rock group "Twelve Apostles". You then cycle uphill through the lovely Gailachtal between the river and juniper heaths, repeatedly interrupted by short descents. In the hilly terrain you can enjoy the gravel paths and small roads. You will pass the Mörnsheim castle ruins.

At Möhren you finally reach the valley of the Möhrenbach, where you are greeted by a beautiful view of the local castle. Soon you will pass Treuchtlingen, which is worth a visit with its Renaissance castle and the Altmühltherme. A stop in Pappenheim a few kilometers away is also worthwhile to visit the castle and the two palaces.

by Naturpark Altmuehltal

Last updated: July 7, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 52.7 km for 276 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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657 m

Zum Mühlenwirt Restaurant

Highlight • Restaurant

Directly on the cycle path and the river. The Mühlenwirt in Solnhofen is a nice place to stop in the Altmühltal. The Franconian inn is housed in a listed village mill, and the beer garden directly borders the Altmühl. On the menu, you will find regional snacks, Franconian classics, and Spalter beer from the only municipal brewery in Germany. Info here: zum-muehlenwirt.de.

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1.72 km

View of the 'Twelve Apostles' rock formation

Highlight • Natural Monument

These rocks are a scenic highlight in the Altmühltal Nature Park. From the cycle path, you can see how the impressive rock formation, the Twelve Apostles, stand vertically on the riverbank.

The rock towers are made of sponge limestone, a type of rock that weathers more slowly than the surrounding White Jura. For this reason, the Twelve Apostles have formed over the years out of the surrounding slopes and are visible today as this beautiful rock formation.

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13.6 km

Three-Country Point Röglinger Valley

Highlight • Monument

A stele in the Röglinger Valley marks the "border triangle." This is where the districts of Donau-Ries (Swabia), Weißenburg-Gunzenhausen (Franconia), and Eichstätt (Upper Bavaria) meet. It is also the southernmost point of Middle Franconia and the westernmost point of Upper Bavaria. The Röglinger Valley is located within the Altmühltal Nature Park and a landscape conservation area. A cycling and hiking trail runs through it.

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37.0 km

Treuchtlingen Town Palace

Highlight • Castle

The spa and tourist information office is now located in the small Renaissance castle. Curious hikers can also visit various exhibitions. Nice bonus: entry is free.

You can find the opening times here:
naturpark-altmuehltal.de/sichtswertes/stadtschloss_treuchtlingen-6043

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37.0 km

Anja's Museum Café

Highlight • Cafe

Towards the end of the tour, you can enjoy very delicious homemade cakes and pies in a very pleasant atmosphere. In addition, delicious jams, chutneys, flower sugar, egg liqueur, various teas and other homemade items can be purchased and taken away at reasonable prices. Also great as a souvenir. A stop is definitely worthwhile and those who want can also visit the museum.

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44.3 km

View of Pappenheim Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

From the Altmühl Valley Cycle Path you have a beautiful view of the castle.

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45.7 km

Hotel and Inn Zur Sonne, Pappenheim

Highlight • Restaurant

Regional seasonal cuisine and great rooms.

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48.5 km

Gasthof Zum Hollerstein

Highlight • Restaurant

Super delicious German inn 🥩🍻 with excellent cuisine 👌🏻 The Schäuferl are mega 😋.

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52.9 km

Sola Basilica Solnhofen

Highlight • Religious Site

The first traces of Christianization in our area can be followed from here. This dates back to the 7th century, when everything began, in a lonely and quiet area.

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53.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

33.3 km

10.1 km

7.59 km

1.58 km

654 m

113 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

23.3 km

12.4 km

11.5 km

4.80 km

706 m

636 m

Elevation

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Highest point (570 m)

Lowest point (400 m)

Weather

Monday 20 July

22°C

8°C

23 %

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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Comments

July 9, 2024,Auf den Spuren der "Strade Bianche" Solnhofen 🚴🏻

In pleasant morning temperatures on the trail of the "Strade Bianche" Solnhofen 🚴
Pickled with the finest GRAVL gravel 🚴🏻
Bicycles are prohibited on the Altmühltal Panorama Trail...
Pushing is allowed 😉😊🚴

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April 13, 2023

This round shows you some geological features of the Altmühltal. In addition to Solnhofen, Pappenheim and Treuchtlingen are also good starting points because there is a train station in all three places. A visit to the museum in Solnhofen is worthwhile, as it houses one of the most important paleontological

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