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Nuremberg Castle – Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal loop from Kaulbachplatz

Nuremberg Castle – Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal loop from Kaulbachplatz

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4.4

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Nuremberg Castle – Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal loop from Kaulbachplatz

02:12

41.9km

200m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 28, 2026

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Königshof

Wöhrder See

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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797 m

Nuremberg Castle

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Nice view of the Nuremberg Imperial Castle from the north from the Vestnertorgraben.

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8.54 km

Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal

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It is wonderful here along the Ludwig - Danube - Main - Canal, the "Old Canal". Whether on foot or by bike, pure relaxation and almost in the middle of the city.

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10.3 km

Old Canal (Alter Kanal) at Königshof

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Flat, well-maintained gravel paths in beautiful surroundings.

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10.3 km

"Danube and Main connected for shipping, a work by Carl the Great tries, started again by Ludwig I. King of Bavaria and completes MDCCCXLVI." - This inscription can be found on the canal monument in Erlangen Castle.

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14.4 km

König-Ludwig Canal Cycle Path

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The old canal is always worth a visit, whether you are hiking or cycling, and the forest playground right next door is a nice change for the little ones.

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15.8 km

Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal near Wendelstein

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One of the most beautiful sections on the canal - but also pay attention to the side where cycling is allowed

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18.7 km

Old Stone Bridge over the Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal in Röthenbach

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Be careful, cars are crossing here.
The stone bridge is a really beautiful sight

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20.2 km

Hunter Lake

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In the spring and autumn, especially in the morning hours, a calm and idyllic lake. Overcrowded in the summer months, but great for cooling off.

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35.2 km

Valznerweiher

Lake

41.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.5 km

10.5 km

4.25 km

2.49 km

1.20 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.7 km

12.8 km

8.39 km

3.44 km

2.65 km

Elevation

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Highest point (370 m)

Lowest point (300 m)

Weather

Saturday 18 July

22°C

13°C

72 %

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Max wind speed: 18.0 km/h

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Comments

May 1, 2022,NUE-LDMKanal-Wendelstein-Jägersee-Eisweiher-NUE

Flat round, with a detour to the festival in Wendelstein.

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Nuremberg Castle – Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal loop from Kaulbachplatz

Nuremberg Castle

Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal

Old Canal (Alter Kanal) at Königshof

Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal

König-Ludwig Canal Cycle Path

Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal near Wendelstein

Old Stone Bridge over the Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal in Röthenbach

Hunter Lake

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