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Middle Franconia

Merkendorf Old Town – Merkendorf Town Gate loop from Christkönig

Middle Franconia

Merkendorf Old Town – Merkendorf Town Gate loop from Christkönig

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5.0

(1)

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Merkendorf Old Town – Merkendorf Town Gate loop from Christkönig

04:04

61.6km

530m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 30, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

2.79 km

The White Column Abenberg

Highlight • Monument

Small rest area at the "White Pillar", which dates back to 1407. Beautiful view of the Abenberg castle complex.

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2

31.0 km

Fountain

Highlight • Natural Monument

A really unusual fountain that really deserves the name fountain. Can also be used as a shower in hot weather.

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35.5 km

Merkendorf natural outdoor pool

Highlight • Lake

You can swim well here.

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36.7 km

Merkendorf Old Town

Highlight • Settlement

Idyllic place with beautiful architecture

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36.9 km

Merkendorf Town Gate

Highlight • Monument

Part of the city fortifications in Merkendorf.

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37.0 km

Historic Old Town of Merkendorf

Highlight • Historical Site

A completely preserved city wall from the 14th century with eight city wall towers and three city gates is a testimony to an eventful history. A special gem is the …

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57.7 km

Pflugsmühle Beer Garden

Highlight • Restaurant

Great beer garden in the summer and for all what offered ... mini golf, kart track, swing golf, riding stables. Worthwhile excursion in the summer months!

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57.7 km

Pflugsmühle Beer Garden

Highlight • Pub

Beautiful beer garden. Very good food and good beer.

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61.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

48.2 km

9.19 km

3.66 km

569 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

33.5 km

10.4 km

10.0 km

5.13 km

2.36 km

214 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (370 m)

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Saturday 10 October

12°C

6°C

35 %

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