Romantic Road and Bavarian Lakes

Hotel (example): Dom Hotel Augsburg

Tour information and bike fitting. Your first stage will take you through lush meadows and unspoilt Bavarian towns to Lake Ammersee. Cosy restaurants with sunny terraces and shady gardens on the lakeside invite you to stay and take a rest. Then you will continue your tour to Lake Wörthsee, which only needs the first spring sunbeams to warm up quickly.

Hotel (example): Jakl-Hof

On the third day, you will pedal directly along Lake Wörthsee and Lake Pilsensee to the monastery of Andech. You will ride your bike through Pfaffenwinkel and past flower-decorated towns – the monks of the twelve surrounding monasteries contributed to the appearance of these places. Bathing facilities can be found at Lake Ammersee, but also at Lake Staffelsee and Lake Riegsee in Murnau.

Hotel (example): Griesbräu zu Murnau

Today, you will find magnificent grasslands and alpine romantic on your way to Füssen/Schwangau. On your way, you will be able to visit the world famous church Wieskirche, the epitome of Bavarian Rococo, and King Ludwig´s fairy-tale-castles Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein.

Hotel (example): Hotel Hirsch Füssen

From Füssen you cycle northwards on the Lech cycle path along the shimmering blue Forgensee. The mountains behind you become smaller again. Enjoy the views back during a break at the Lechsee lake before continuing along the Via Claudia Augusta to Schongau.

Hotel (example): Rössle

Schongau, a former Bavarian frontier forth with fortified passages on the city wall, testifies to the past. The splendid view of the Lech Valley promises greatness. The Roman basilica with vaultsin Altenstadt, Hochenfurch, the Roman Abodiacum and, Roman museumin Epfach, and the Baroque pilgrimage church in Vilgertshofen are highlights on the way to Landsberg.

Hotel (example): Ana Goggl

You should not miss visiting the medieval city centre of Landsberg/Lech which is embedded in a wildly romantic river bed, the historic city hall, and the Gothic Bavarian Gate. Via Kaufering am Lech, you will cycle to Königsbrunn on the best-preserved section of the Via Claudia with a length of 11 km. Then, you will continue your journey to the old Bavarian duke city of Friedberg and further to the Fugger city Augsburg with its famous Fuggerei from the year 1516. Numerous monuments from all eras, such as Elias Holl’s town hall, characterize the cityscape.

Hotel (example): Dom Hotel Augsburg

Augsburg enchants with its historic old town, which you can explore at your leisure after arrival. The legacy of the Fugger merchant family surrounds you—whether in the impressive Renaissance buildings, the richly decorated churches, or the historic administrative offices.

Hotel (example): Dom Hotel Augsburg

The day begins with a tour briefing and bike handover. The first stage leads you over lush meadows and through traditional Bavarian villages, heading initially toward Lake Ammersee. Sunny lakeside terraces and shaded beer gardens along the way offer perfect spots to rest. Your day’s destination is the idyllic Lake Wörth, whose shores invite you to relax and take a swim.

Hotel (example): Jakl-Hof

Today, you’ll pedal along the scenic shores of Lake Wörth and Lake Pilsen on your way to Andechs Abbey. This region, known as Pfaffenwinkel, is named for its many churches and monasteries. Along the way, you’ll pass through charming villages adorned with flowers and soak in peaceful, idyllic landscapes. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy the beautiful swimming spots at Lake Ammersee, Lake Riegsee, and Lake Staffel!

Hotel (example): Griesbräu zu Murnau

Beautiful pastures and alpine charm accompany you on the way to Füssen and Schwangau. Along the route, you’ll visit the world-famous Wies Church, a masterpiece of Bavarian Rococo and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once you arrive, the fairy-tale castles of King Ludwig—Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein—are absolute must-sees in your overnight town.

Hotel (example): Hotel Hirsch Füssen

Today, you’ll leave Füssen along the Lech Cycle Path, passing the shimmering blue waters of Lake Forggensee. The mountains behind you will gradually fade as you enjoy a rest stop with stunning views at Lake Lech. From there, you’ll continue along the Via Claudia Augusta to reach your destination for the day, Schongau.

Hotel (example): Rössle

In Schongau, a former Bavarian border fortress, a visit to the city walls is highly recommended. The climb rewards you with stunning views over the Lech Valley. On your way to Landsberg, there’s plenty to see—from the Romanesque vaulted basilica in Altenstadt and the Roman Museum in Epfach to the baroque pilgrimage church in Vilgertshofen.

Hotel (example): Landhotel Endhart

Savor the atmosphere of Landsberg am Lech’s wild and romantic river valley, and take time to visit the Gothic Bayerntor and the historic town hall. On this final stage, you’ll follow the best-preserved section of the Via Claudia Augusta, passing through charming towns like Kaufering, Königsbrunn, and the ducal city of Friedberg. Soon, the Fugger city of Augsburg comes back into view, home to the famous Fuggerei dating back to 1516. The cityscape is shaped by numerous architectural monuments spanning many eras.

Hotel (example): Dom Hotel Augsburg