Castles & Villages of Bavaria by Bike

Overview

The romantic landscapes of southern Bavaria are dotted with fairy-tale castles and extravagantly decorated churches. This cycling route embodies the romance of the Bavarian Alps, with sparkling lakes and idyllic villages of ornately frescoed houses set against a backdrop of wooded slopes and craggy limestone peaks, and lush meadows filled with flowers in early summer. The cycling here is excellent, with plenty of designated trails and ever-changing panoramas, and there is great variety in the places of interest you can visit en route. The route features high-quality hotels full of character. Visit the UNESCO-protected Wieskirche, an important pilgrimage site and take in the picturesque lakes around Murnau, where warm waters attract both bathers and artists. There's also the option to explore the exquisite village of Oberammergau, known for its houses adorned with religious frescoes. Another highlight is the most famous--and most romantic--of King Ludwig II's castles: the whimsical Neuschwanstein, perched dramatically atop a cliff above a gorge. This is an easy-to-moderate cycling holiday featuring undulating routes with more frequent short ascents, and a mix of shorter and longer days. The terrain includes country lanes, forest trails & cycle paths. The holiday includes 6 nights accommodation in two 3-star hotels and one 4-star hotel. Meals include 6 breakfasts and 3 dinners. High-quality bicycles are provided, with the option of e-bikes. The holiday starts and ends in Fussen, with a 6-night itinerary that includes cycling from Fussen to Bad Bayersoien, and then to Murnau. It includes circular routes from Fussen, Bad Bayersoien, and Murnau. The holiday's average carbon footprint is 99kg CO₂e per person, excluding travel. Inntravel provides information on carbon scores to help customers make informed choices.

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