Nuremberg Lock (Schleuse Nürnberg) – Canal Cycle Path loop from Gustav-Adolf-Straße

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Nuremberg Lock (Schleuse Nürnberg) – Canal Cycle Path loop from Gustav-Adolf-Straße

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Nuremberg Lock (Schleuse Nürnberg) – Canal Cycle Path loop from Gustav-Adolf-Straße

02:13

43.3km

140m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 5.18 km for 105 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.71 km

Nuremberg Lock (Schleuse Nürnberg)

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And from there a detour to the Schuttberg Föhrenbuck, collect altitude!

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7.21 km

Bayernhafen Nuremberg

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bayernhafen Nürnberg is one of Europe's most important freight transport and logistics centers. It efficiently links barges, trains and trucks. The mix of sectors in bayernhafen Nürnberg includes companies from …

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8.01 km

Europakai Nürnberg Passenger Port

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11.8 km

View of the Main-Danube Canal in Katzwang

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View of the Main-Danube Canal from the bridge in Katzwang/Neukatzwang.

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21.9 km

View of Leerstetten Lock

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On the way to the Rothsee, it's always worth a stop when a ship is being locked.

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28.4 km

Main-Danube Canal Riverside Path

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In warm weather you should choose the shadier side - and be careful, dusty and there only "farm road" and sometimes "bad road" ;-)

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31.4 km

Swimming Area at the Main-Danube Canal

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Actually, it's intended for rowers. Well, you do have to shower thoroughly after swimming. In any case, you should get out of the water as quickly as possible if you see a boat.

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