E-bike tours in Bavaria - 5 recommendations
Extended tours with the electric bike or E-bikes are incredibly great and have a lot to offer, because thanks to their integrated motor you no longer have to struggle. In today's blog post we have put together fascinating tours in which Bavaria presents itself from a completely different side.
5 wonderful e-bike tours through Bavaria
Below we have put together a list of great cycling and e-bike tours in Bavaria. They are suitable for professionals, beginners or children and guarantee fun for the whole family.
1.E-Bike Tour: From Füssen to Hohenschwangau
The two largest castles in Austria, who doesn't know them: the magnificent Neuschwanstein Castle and its little brother Hohenschwangau Castle. Let's go:
This easy tour starts in Füssen, leads past the Schwansee and once around the Schwarzenberg. The next stage leads past the Alpsee directly to Hohenschwangau Castle, which is located on the north bank. From there, this wonderful e-bike tour in Bavaria leads directly back to Füssen via Alterschrofen.
A brief overview of the most important facts:
Difficulty level: beginners, ideal for families
Length of the route: around 22 km
Duration of the tour: a good 2 hours
Highlights of the tour: Alpsee and castle
2.E-Bike Tour: Through the Bavarian Forest
The Bavarian Forest is the largest forest in Germany and one of the oldest natural regions in Europe. Its character is determined by its geological structure, formed by a series of tectonic events during the Tertiary. The tour along the Chambtal cycle path is very popular here. This route leads from the market square in Cham, via Furth im Wald towards Armschwang. Once you have arrived at the Neuaign border crossing, experienced bikers can take a short detour to the Neukirchen pilgrimage church.
A brief overview of the most important facts:
Difficulty level: beginners, ideal for families with children and occasional bikers
Length of the route: around 38 km
Duration of the tour: a good 2.5 hours
Highlights of the tour: Cham and scree-free paths
3.E-Bike Tour: Bavaria's Panorama Route
The panoramic tour through the Berchtesgadener Land is significantly more demanding than the previous tours. The landscape through which the tour takes you and which you encounter along the way is definitely something to behold. Not only is it breathtakingly beautiful, but it also exudes a very peaceful atmosphere. There are many small villages scattered along the route. If you are looking for a real tour of the heart with different gradients, you should put this tour on your shortlist. Ideally, you start from the parking lot at the famous Watzmann thermal baths. From here you drive via Marktschellenberg to Oberau and Ligeretalm. Once you have arrived at the Scharitzkehlalm, the journey slowly leads back towards the starting point at the Watzmann-Therme car park. This e-bike route is at its most beautiful, especially in autumn.
A brief overview of the most important facts:
Difficulty level: advanced, fitness required
Length of the route: around 40 km
Duration of the tour: a good 4.5 hours
Highlights of the tour: unique view of the route
4.E-Bike Tour: Chiemsee circumnavigation
E-bike tour around the Chiemsee and the city of Bad Aibling. Drive through various forests and stop in the village of Bad Aibling to enjoy traditional Bavarian afternoon tea. The tour starts at the e-bike center in Bad Aibling and leads to nearby Chiemsee and back again. While driving you can enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. On the way back you also have the opportunity to visit the historic town of Bad Aibling.
A brief overview of the most important facts:
Difficulty level: beginner, ideal for families with children
Length of the route: around 56 km
Duration of the tour: a good 4 hours
Highlights of the tour: swimming opportunities, picturesque Fraueninsel
5.E-Bike Tour: Hochthörlenhütte Circuit
The Hochthörlenschlucht is a narrow gorge in the Bavarian Alps, located about 2.25 km north of the village of Schönegg and about 5 km southeast of the Obersalzberg. It is one of the most popular hiking destinations in Bavaria and served as the backdrop for the opening scene of the film The Sound of Music. It is also a well-known ski resort. The route begins and ends in the parking lot at the Kreuzeck/Alpspitzbahn. The route enchants with the wonderful view of the Eibsee and the Hochthörlenhütte. A detour through the Ehrwald is also recommended. This tour is ideal for advanced hikers. A considerable part of the route leads over gravel paths and unpaved surfaces.
Difficulty level: Experienced riders, adults
Length of the route: around 50 km
Duration of the tour: a good 4.5 hours
Highlights of the tour: Eibsee, Ehrlach waterfalls