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Germany
Bavaria
Upper Bavaria
Altmühltal
Landkreis Weißenburg-Gunzenhausen
Gunzenhausen

Altmühlsee – Gatehouse Muhr am See loop from Gunzenhausen

Easy

4.8

(25)

155

riders

Altmühlsee – Gatehouse Muhr am See loop from Gunzenhausen

01:47

27.9km

70m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 9, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1.75 km

Altmühlsee

Highlight • Lake

The Altmühl flows around the Altmühlsee. In case of a flood, an introduction of Altmühlwasser takes place in the lake. The Altmühlsee serves as a buffer before the transfer to …

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2.85 km

Altmühlsee Surf Center

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The Altmühlsee is a real highlight, both for cyclists and water sports enthusiasts. There is a beautiful cycle path around the entire lake, and the lake is also ideal for …

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5.25 km

Altmühlsee cycle path

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The bike paths throughout the Franconian lake district are excellent. Not only in terms of the surface, but also in terms of signage and the frequent separation from pedestrians.

Unfortunately, many pedestrians are unable to understand the traffic signs.

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4

5.75 km

A very nice bike path

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5

5.95 km

A visit is always worth it, very beautiful here

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6

7.72 km

Gatehouse Muhr am See

Highlight • Monument

Nice, typically Franconian town on the north shore of the Altmühlsee. In the city you will find some well-maintained, old buildings - including the Fachwerktorhaus, the churches of St. John's …

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7

14.6 km

Merkendorf Town Gate

Highlight • Monument

Part of the city fortifications in Merkendorf.

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8

23.5 km

View of Altmühlsee

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful bike path around the two lakes. In holiday times but unfortunately overcrowded.

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27.9 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.2 km

5.46 km

4.82 km

3.67 km

1.59 km

144 m

Surfaces

15.8 km

4.54 km

4.46 km

1.74 km

1.36 km

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Tuesday 11 August

29°C

12°C

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