Main River Bike Tour: Würzburg to Frankfurt

Main River Bike Tour: Würzburg to Frankfurt

Main River Bike Tour: Würzburg to Frankfurt

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From $650USD

Difficulty

Self-guided

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Highlights

Explore Cultural and Historical Wonders Biking from Würzburg to Frankfurt

Bike along quiet paths with gorgeous riverfront views as you make way from town to town, passing rich history and culture en route.

Replenish your thirst with local wines and beer from breweries and wineries—Franconian Wine Country is definitely a highlight.

Rest your feet at night in cozy, quaint boutique accommodations, which offer upscale amenities!

Spend time exploring beautiful Frankfurt and historic towns like Weirtheim, Miltenberg, and Seligenstadt.

Experience easy cycle routes through the scenic regions of the Main Valley and Franconia. Expect to follow the Main River by bike along a lovely winding path. On the way to the perfectly developed Main Cycle Path, you'll discover different cultural landscapes, and unforgettable impressions await. Experience the romantic Franconia, the down-to-earth city of Würzbur with UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Sites, the sunny Franconian Wine Country, the fairy-tale forests Spessart/Mainland, the "Bavarian Nice" Aschaffenburg and Frankfurt with its "Museumsufer" that is always worth a visit. You'll cycle from Day 2 to Day 6!

Main River Bike Tour: Würzburg to Frankfurt Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Würzburg

Anyone who comes to Würzburg and does not know the city should plan at least half a day for the first tour of the sights of the old town. The Residence Palace is one of Europe’s most renowned Baroque castles and was registered as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site in 1981. From the old bridge “Alte Mainbrücke”, you can enjoy fantastic views of the Fortress Marienberg, the pilgrimage church “Käppele”, and the famous vineyards. There is a lot to visit for the interested guest!

Overnight Location
Maritim Hotel in Würzburg
Distance
None
Meals
None

Day 2 Cycle from Würzburg to Lohr Am Main

Take a break to stroll through the famous Veitshöchheim rococo garden (UNESCO World Cultural Heritage). Afterwards, there are several places to stop for a break, but a short rest in the old town of Karlstadt is a must. Lohr am Main is a charming little town in the Main-Spessart administrative district with a fairytale old town centre and a wealth of noteworthy sights.

Overnight Location
Hotel Bundschuh in Lohr Am Main
Distance
60km
Meals
Breakfast

Day 3 Bike from Lohr Am Main to Wertheim

Castle Rothenfels greets you from the opposite riverbank. At its feet lies the village of Rothenfels, with around 700 inhabitants, the smallest municipality with a town charter in Bavaria. Following the cycle path, you will be guided through the old town of Marktheidenfeld. Images of an old shipyard come to life. Next, Homburg and Urphar hold architectural gems, and the city of Wertheim welcomes you with its imposing castle. What was once a medieval residence city remains an entirely romantic location that invites you to take a trip through time and enjoy lazy strolls.

Overnight Location
Bronnbacher Hof in Wertheim
Distance
44km
Meals
Breakfast

Day 4 Go from Wertheim to Miltenberg

At Wertheim, you cross the Main to Kreuzwertheim and are back on Bavarian soil. The Main Cycle Path runs via Faulbach to Stadtprozelten with the Henneburg ruins. The town of Stadtprozelten has little space between the Main and the steep foothills of the Spessart and is therefore elongated. There are also beautiful Franconian half-timbered houses and the remains of a medieval city wall. The historic Miltenberg is picturesquely embedded on the left knee of the Main quadrangle between the hills of Spessart and Odenwald. Visitors are attracted by the medieval half-timbered houses, the well-known Schnatterloch and the Mildenburg, which towers over the city.

Overnight Location
Flairhotel Hopfengarten in Miltenberg
Distance
36km
Meals
Breakfast

Day 5 Travel from Miltenberg to Aschaffenburg

The Lower Main has its own character and has retained the winemakers with the best red wines. As a city of culture, Aschaffenburg has palaces, parks and museums. You may discover and experience the ever-changing history of the city within short walking distances. In the evening, you will have an opportunity to stroll through the old city centre to see the churches and, of course, the castle at the riverbank.

Overnight Location
City-Hotel in Aschaffenburg
Distance
40km
Meals
Breakfast

Day 6 Pedal from Aschaffenburg to Frankfurt

Today's tour leads you to Frankfurt. In the morning, bike along the Main River to the small and romantic city of Seligenstadt, where you'll discover meandering alleys, half-timber houses and the basilica. In Seligenstadt, you cross the Main River on a small ferry. You will pass Hanau, where the famous Grimm brothers were born. Then, via Klein-Krotzenburg and Steinheim, with its charming historic centre, you will soon reach Frankfurt. Germany's big financial centre is a city of many sides. The central business district, Bankenviertel, captures your attention immediately and has all ten of the tallest skyscrapers in the country. Opposite that sci-fi cityscape is the Museumsufer, an entire neighbourhood of museums that could keep you fascinated and entertained for days. Frankfurt also has a city centre bursting with sights like the church that held Germany's first democratic parliament and the childhood home of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Under the gaze of those skyscrapers are fun-loving neighbourhoods like Sachsenhausen, where taverns serve traditional Apfelwein, and there's always something going on at night.

Overnight Location
Hotel Maingau in Frankfurt
Distance
56km
Meals
Breakfast

Day 7 Depart Frankfurt

You can decide if you’d like to stay in Frankfurt longer or depart!

Overnight Location
None
Distance
None
Meals
Breakfast

Main River Bike Tour: Würzburg to Frankfurt Price and Dates

This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only, where the pricing depends on your travelling dates, as well as the types of the rooms that you need.

Prices below are per person:

  • Price per person staying in a single room: from $795USD*
  • Price per person sharing a double room: from $650USD*

*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the Book Now button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates.

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Accommodation on Main River Bike Tour: Würzburg to Frankfurt

This tour is based in hotels. Hotels on this trip are 3 and 4-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. You can upgrade hotels for an extra charge.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to6 be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.

Night 1-6

3-Star hotels along Main River

Enjoy the selection of different hotels or wineries in 3 star category along your route.

Standard hotels

Maritim Hotel in Würzburg

Enjoy views of the Main while you revel in your luxurious accommodation. The Maritim Hotel’s location grants the chance to easily explore the area by foot!

Hotel Bundschuh in Lor

The individual atmosphere of an hotel is imparted by the people who run it. The Hotel Bundschuh has been in the capable hands of the Bundschuh family since its doors opened in 1962.

Bronnbacher Hof in Wertheim

The Bronnbacher Hof is a charming hotel that offers a clean and relaxing experience. Expect decent WiFi and spacious rooms!

Flair Hotel Hopfengarten in Miltenberg

The family-friendly Flair Hotel Hopfengarten in Miltenberg boasts WiFi and TVs in each room. So enjoy a relaxing, lazy night if you so desire!

City-Hotel Aschaffenburg

City Hotel-Aschaffenburg boasts modern amenities, comfortable and elegant rooms, air conditioning, WiFi, and much more. Moreover, it’s close to the city centre!

Hotel Maingau in Frankfurt

This modern hotel offers excellent amenities: mini bar, satellite TV, and more. Hotel Maingau has been run by the same family for more than 60 years.

Premium hotels

What’s Included in the Main River Bike Tour: Würzburg to Frankfurt?

Meals

6 breakfasts are included on this tour.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 6 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour are not included but can be added as a supplement.

Transportation during the Tour

Transportation for you and your luggage are included throughout the tour, but transfers to and from the airport are not. You can book private transfers to and from the airport in Frankfurt for an additional fee.

Also Included

  • 1 package with maps and information material per room (in English language)
  • 24-hours-service-hotline during your cycling holidays
  • GPS-tracks for navigation via a smartphone app or Garmin
  • CO2 compensation in the region

Not included

  • Flights to and from Frankfurt or whichever airport you decide to fly into
  • Lunch and dinner throughout the tour
  • Snacks
  • Drinks outside of breakfast
  • Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired

Optional Extras

  • Additional nights before or after the tour
  • Single occupancy upgrades
  • Private transfers from the airport

Frequenty Asked Questions about Main River Bike Tour: Würzburg to Frankfurt

How hard is the Main River Bike Tour: Würzburg to Frankfurt?

We rate the difficulty of this tour as a 3 / 5. You will spend each day cycling several kilometres. However, the terrain or incline is not challenging.

Do I need a visa to travel to Germany?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Main River Bike Tour: Würzburg to Frankfurt?

6 breakfasts are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover biking. Get your travel insurance.

How do I get to Würzburg to start this tour?

Fly into Frankfurt Airport (FRA). You can take public transport from here to Bamberg or organize private transportation.

Is the Main River Bike Tour: Würzburg to Frankfurt in English?

Yes, the tour instructions are in English.

Where does the Main River Bike Tour: Würzburg to Frankfurt end?

The tour ends in Frankfurt.

Can I rent a bike?

Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process.

Can I bring my own bike?

Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a road bike suitable for the demands of the tour.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Germany?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Germany?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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We rate the difficulty of this tour as a 3 / 5. You will spend each day cycling several kilometres. However, the terrain or incline is not challenging.


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