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Germany
Bavaria
Upper Palatinate
Schwandorf
Oberviechtach

Gaisthal Bike Station – Lake Schönsee loop from Oberviechtach

Routes
Bike touring routes & trails
Germany
Bavaria
Upper Palatinate
Schwandorf
Oberviechtach

Gaisthal Bike Station – Lake Schönsee loop from Oberviechtach

Moderate

4.7

(60)

194

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Gaisthal Bike Station – Lake Schönsee loop from Oberviechtach

02:55

35.4km

350m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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: July 6, 2026

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Naturpark Oberpfälzer Wald

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10.6 km

Gaisthal Bike Station

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Remains of the former railway line between Schönsee and Oberviechtach; rest stop and information point today.

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14.6 km

Path Along the Ascha River

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The Ascha is the right or northern tributary of the Schwarzach, around 40 km long, and accompanies the cycle path near Schönsee.

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16.8 km

Hahnenweiher Schönsee

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There is a relaxed atmosphere at Hahnensee and there are several different rest areas on the shore as well as an inn. A beautiful path runs between Hahnenweiher and Köckenweiher with wonderful views of the fountain and the church.

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17.0 km

Lake Schönsee

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In town you can get provisions and take a wonderful break at the lake.

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17.0 km

The cyclist bus for the Bavarian-Bohemian Friendship Trail stops right in the town center. However, you should take some time for Schönsee before you set off on the railway line …

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26.9 km

Village Bread Oven Schneeberg

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27.0 km

Schneeberg Playground

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Charging station available

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35.2 km

Dr. Schwarz Fountain

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Fountain on the market square in Oberviechtach in honor of the married couple Dr. Max and Margret Schwarz, the city's greatest patrons. This imposing fountain has adorned the Oberviechtacher Marktplatz since 1998. oberviechtach.de/index.php?article_id=155

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35.4 km

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Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

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15.2 km

11.9 km

3.32 km

2.74 km

2.23 km

Surfaces

19.9 km

7.19 km

6.95 km

999 m

241 m

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Friday 10 July

27°C

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Comments

October 25, 2023,Auf der ehemaligen Bahnlinie nach Oberviechtach
How long will the bike last? Let's just drive there!

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August 17, 2022,Schönsee- Oberviechtach
After Oberviechtach on the former railway line - through beautiful Rosenthal to the Dr. Eisenbarth city. Return by car - my wife's after work - that was good - it was really hot at 32 °C 😉

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August 13, 2023,Zum Kinifest nach Lind
In honor of King Ludwig II and as a member of the royal family at the Kinifest on the Bavarian Bohemian Friendship Cycle Path to Lind. A good meal and a good muse can never be missing. Shey wor's

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Nice family tour mainly on the Bavarian-Bohemian Friendship Trail.
1st stop at the playground in Schneeberg. 2. Stop for lunch at the tavern in Lind. There is also a nice playground here, so that the parents can eat in peace 😉
3rd stop at the big playground in Oberviechtach ☀️🤸🏻‍♂️
(4th stop at grandpa 😄)
and 5th stop at the …

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Bavarian-Bohemian Friendship Cycle Path from Schönsee to Gaisthal. Continue to Schneeberg and Lind. Via Schönthan to Gaisthal and back home through the Rosenthal.

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October 22, 2024,Schönsee - Schneeberg
Get out into the local nature - right on your doorstep.🙋🏻‍♂️

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A quick, beautiful Sunday evening round trip through Rosenthal to Schneeberg and back via Schönthan and Gaisthal.

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The most beautiful tours start at the front door. Down along the Ascha in Rosenthal to Gaisthal and the Aschahof to Schneeberg. Return home via Schönthan and Gaisthal with a visit to the Church of St. Laurentius. what more do you want Thankful

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