Archway of Rothenburg's Old Town – Gallows Gate (Würzburg Gate) loop from Hartershofen

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Archway of Rothenburg's Old Town – Gallows Gate (Würzburg Gate) loop from Hartershofen

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Archway of Rothenburg's Old Town – Gallows Gate (Würzburg Gate) loop from Hartershofen

01:22

20.7km

190m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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 1, 2026

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Naturpark Frankenhöhe

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.35 km

European Watershed: North Sea–Black Sea Divide

Highlight • Natural Monument

The European watershed is not a place, but a stretch, on one side of which all water flows via streams and rivers into the Black Sea and on the other side into the North Sea.

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6.38 km

Idyllic Pond in Naturpark Frankenhöhe

Highlight • Lake

Nice hiding place in the forest

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8.64 km

View of Rothenburg ob der Tauber

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If you don't take a break here, you can enjoy the view of the historic city....

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12.1 km

Archway of Rothenburg's Old Town

Highlight • Historical Site

A wonderful little Franconian town. Packed with tourists. Like an anthill.

Lyrics: "Tower of Babel."

Lots of cobblestones. Best to push your bike.

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12.2 km

Rothenburg ob der Tauber — Old Town

Highlight • Historical Site

Rothenburg is considered one of Germany's best-preserved medieval old towns, and the first glimpse of the half-timbered facades around the market square immediately shows you why. If you have some …

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12.2 km

Röder Gate (Rothenburg ob der Tauber)

Highlight • Historical Site

The Röderturm with its fortifications is very beautiful and impressive. The tower can be climbed and offers a great view of the city and the surrounding area.

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12.6 km

Rothenburg ob der Tauber — City Walls and Towers

Highlight • Historical Site

The old town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber offers countless photo opportunities. Even if you walk through the city carefully as a local, you will always find places that you have not consciously noticed for a long time.

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12.8 km

Gallows Gate (Würzburg Gate)

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The Würzburger- or Galgentor is one of 5 drivable gates into the city. The name Galgentor comes from the fact that it used to be the place of execution with …

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20.7 km

End point

Train Station

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