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Middle Franconia

König-Ludwig Canal Cycle Path – Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal loop from Schweinau

Middle Franconia

König-Ludwig Canal Cycle Path – Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal loop from Schweinau

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König-Ludwig Canal Cycle Path – Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal loop from Schweinau

01:25

27.7km

130m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel 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: October 2, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 26.7 km for 6 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

1

4.92 km

Stone arch bridge over the Ludwig Canal near Falkenheim

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

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5.22 km

Locks of the Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal

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The Ludwig-Donau-Main Canal, the “Old Canal”, is a beautiful walk. Whether on foot or by bike, it is pure relaxation in the middle of the city.

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3

6.06 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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4

14.4 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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5

15.8 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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18.6 km

Historic Lock and Crane on the Ludwig Canal at Worzeldorf

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The only lock in this section of the canal where wooden gates still regulate the water level. Directly behind the lock is a small harbor bay. There, you'll find a …

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19.8 km

Ludwig-Danube-Main Canal

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"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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8

19.9 km

Old Canal (Alter Kanal) at Königshof

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Flat, well-maintained gravel paths in beautiful surroundings.

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27.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.8 km

6.79 km

3.54 km

563 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.72 km

8.74 km

7.69 km

1.07 km

409 m

112 m

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Lowest point (310 m)

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