2025
Schloss Hallburg, Volkach

Cycling Tour around Würzburg

Swift round trip from Volkach

Volkach – Würzburg – Wertheim – Volkach

  • Radweg-Reisen Tour
  • Main Loop Volkach, Würzburg Residence, Snow White City of Lohr, Wertheim Castle
  • Daily routes ●●●●●, altitude profile ●●●○○

Days
5

Ø km per day
80

You are looking for a swift round trip from Volkach along the Main? No problem! Our cycling tour around Würzburg offers you a particularly relaxed cycling holiday experience from Volkach on the Main loop. You follow the Main Cycle Path lined with vineyards, which takes you mostly along the river bank. Along the way you will get to know picturesque wine towns and charming winegrowing villages. Ochsenfurt, the city of towers and the time-honoured residence city of Würzburg are on the itinerary of our cycling tour around Würzburg as well as the Snow White city of Lohr and the hilltop castle in Wertheim. On the Aalberg Cycle Path and the 2-Franconia-Cycle Path you will contest the last, partly very hilly stage of our cycling tour around Würzburg, which will take you back to the heart of Franconian wine-growing in Volkach. Both cycle paths are in no way inferior to your riding experience on the Main. With an average of 80 kilometres per stage, culinary delights are of course not neglected on our cycling tour around Würzburg. Sample full-bodied Franconian wines and indulge in hearty regional specialities.

Itinerary

  • Booking code
    BY-MAVV4-sp
  • Accommodation level
    national 3* level
  • Duration
    5 days / 4 nights
  • Arrival days
    Daily
  • Travel documents languages
    German, English, Dutch, French
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  • Parking information
    Free parking spaces around the old town, reservation not possible
    Hotel parking (available in individual hotels, chargeable, details in the travel documents)
  • Tour operated by
    Radweg-Reisen
Mainfranken bike tour map

Day 1: Individual arrival in Volkach

Welcome to your cycling tour around Würzburg! Your adventure begins in Volkach, take the opportunity to explore the charming historic old town. Do visit the pilgrimage church of Maria im Weingarten here you can admire the exquisite floating Madonna by Riemenschneider. To round off your day, indulge in a glass of sparkling white wine from the renowned Volkacher Ratsherr vineyard, one of the most celebrated in Franconia.

At the Vogelsburg near Volkach

At the Vogelsburg near Volkach | ©FrankenTourismus / FWL / Hub

Day 2: Volkach – Karlstadt, approx. 90 km

The first stage of your cycling tour around Würzburg takes you through Kitzingen and Ochsenfurt, leading you to the historic royal seat of Würzburg. Dominating the city skyline are the Marienberg Fortress and the Würzburg Residence, both perched high above the Main River. The Würzburg Cathedral and the Falkenhaus in the market square are also must-see landmarks. After exploring the city, your route continues across the Old Main Bridge, taking you to Karlstadt. Do not miss the chance to explore this picturesque old town.

Thüngersheim

Thüngersheim

Day 3: Karlstadt – Wertheim, approx. 75 km

The Main Cycle Route takes you swiftly through Gemünden and on to Lohr, a town renowned for its charming half-timbered houses and its nickname, Snow White's Town. According to legend, a woman from Lohr inspired the fairy tale written by the Brothers Grimm. Learn more about this fascinating story at the Spessart Museum, where you can see the iconic Talking Mirror among the exhibits. Continuing your journey, you’ll reach Wertheim, where the impressive castle towers above the town. From the castle’s keep, you’ll be treated to a breathtaking view of both the town and the River Main.

Wertheim, castle, cyclist

Cyclists on the Tauber Bridge in Wertheim | ©Franconia Tourism / LT / Peter Frischmuth

Day 4: Wertheim – Würzburg – Volkach, approx. 70 km

On your cycling tour around Würzburg, you will follow the Main Loop back to Bettingen. Along the Aalbach Cycle Path, you’ll experience charming, lesser-known sections, offering a peaceful journey away from the Main River. Afterward, enjoy a leisurely  break in Würzburg, take the time to explore the historic city. To conclude your tour, cycle back to Volkach on the 2-Franken-Radweg, a scenic route that takes you across wide open spaces, passing through fields of vegetables and grain.

Würzburg, Marienberg Fortress, Old Town

View of Marienberg Fortress Würzburg

Day 5: Individual departure

After breakfast, your cycling tour around Würzburg comes to an end. Should you wish to continue enjoying the charm of the region, we are happy to offer an extra night’s stay in Volkach, Karlstadt, or Wertheim, allowing you to further explore these delightful towns at your leisure.

Karlstadt, Upper Gate

The upper gate tower in Karlstadt

Dates / Prices / Services

Season times and Prices 2025

Arrival daily from 05.04.2025 to 12.10.2025Early booking discount: -20 €

Bookable dates are shown in the booking form. The season is dictated by the arrival date.

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Season A
05.04.
12.10.
from449 €
Season B
06.04. - 11.04.
21.04. - 25.04.
04.05. - 09.05.
21.09. - 11.10.
from539 €
Season C
12.04. - 20.04.
26.04. - 03.05.
10.05. - 23.05.
22.06. - 04.07.
24.08. - 20.09.
from579 €
Season D
24.05. - 21.06.
05.07. - 23.08.
from639 €

All prices per person in double room

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Services

  • 4 nights incl. breakfast, national 3* level
  • Luggage transport from hotel to hotel, no limit on the number of pieces, max. 20 kg / piece
  • Travel documents with maps (1 x per room)
  • Service hotline (7 days, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.)
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Not included is the city or visitor's tax (if payable).

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Children's discount

Due to the demanding stages, we do not recommend this trip for children.

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Additional services

Additional bookable services

Additional fee single room

149 €

All prices are per person

Additional nights

Room
Breakfast
Price
Volkach
 DBL

99 €

 SGL

139 €

All prices are per person

The prices for additional nights in other places can be found in the booking form.

 

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Rental bikes

Rental Bikes

Rental Bike
Rental Bike
49 €
30-gear rental bike
30-Gear Rental Bike
79 €
E-Bike
E-Bike
139 €

Types of rental bikes

  • 10-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel (men’s bike from 1.75 m)
  • 30-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel (men’s bike from 1.80 m)
  • E-bike / pedelec with freewheel (minimum age for e-bike rental: 16 years)
Fittings

Pannier, handlebar bag, milometer, bike lock, pump, repair kit

Here you find further information and pictures of our rental bikes.

Radweg-Reisen 10-gear unisex bike
10-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel
Radweg-Reisen 10-gear men's bike
10-gear men's bike, derailleur gears with freewheel
Radweg-Reisen 30-gear unisex bike
30-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel, trapezoidal frame
Radweg-Reisen 30-gear men's bike
30-gear men's bike, derailleur gears with freewheel, diamond frame
Radweg-Reisen e-bike
Unisex e-bike, 8-gear hub gears with freewheel

Route profile

  • Start / Destination
    Volkach
  • Duration
    5 days / 4 nights
  • Length
    approx. 235 km
    Daily routes ●●●●●
    between 70 and 90 km, Ø 80 km
    Altitude profile ●●●○○
    between 280 and 600 m, Ø 457 m elevation gain
  • Mobility note
    The trip is only conditionally suitable for people with limited mobility.
    Please do not hesitate to contact us regarding your individual needs.

Days
5

Ø km per day
80