Tours in and around Bayreuth – on foot and by bike

Whether a stroll through historic parks, a hike into the countryside or a bike ride along the Red Main: discover Bayreuth and the surrounding area your way. Details on duration, distance and difficulty help you find the right tour.

12 tours found

Wilhelmine path through the Hermitage

Hiking tour

Wilhelmine path through the Hermitage

Difficulty: Medium
Duration: 3:52 h
Distance: 14.2 km
Ascent: 188 m
Descent: 188 m

In the footsteps of Margravine Wilhelmine, the path leads through striking landscapes and past historic monuments.

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Gardens walk at the Studentenwald

Hiking tour

Gardens walk at the Studentenwald

Difficulty: Medium
Duration: 1:31 h
Distance: 5.9 km
Ascent: 36 m
Descent: 36 m

Along Bayreuth’s best-known green spaces the city shows a different side. A perfect loop through the Studentenwald for slowing down and taking it easy.

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Teufelsloch loop via the Oberwaiz waterfalls

Hiking tour

Teufelsloch loop via the Oberwaiz waterfalls

Difficulty: Medium
Duration: 4:33 h
Distance: 16.9 km
Ascent: 189 m
Descent: 177 m

A somewhat more demanding loop that rewards walkers with beautiful countryside, waterfalls and excellent places to stop for a bite to eat.

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Festival Theatre loop

Hiking tour

Festival Theatre loop

Difficulty: Medium
Duration: 2:58 h
Distance: 10.6 km
Ascent: 201 m
Descent: 201 m

Over a few hills, this Festival Theatre loop rewards you with a breathtaking view of the Wagner city.

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City-centre route via the University of Bayreuth

Cycling tour

City-centre route via the University of Bayreuth

Difficulty: Easy
Duration: 0:46 h
Distance: 12.5 km
Ascent: 52 m
Descent: 52 m

An extended loop around Bayreuth’s wider city centre. Several inns invite you to pause along the way.

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Railway path to Palace Fantaisie

Cycling tour

Railway path to Palace Fantaisie

Difficulty: Medium
Duration: 1:17 h
Distance: 17.1 km
Ascent: 137 m
Descent: 138 m

This tour along the old railway path leads through the idyllic landscape around Bayreuth.

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Rotmain loop to Neudrossenfeld

Cycling tour

Rotmain loop to Neudrossenfeld

Difficulty: Easy
Duration: 1:34 h
Distance: 24.6 km
Ascent: 107 m
Descent: 112 m

A cycle path for the whole family, waiting to be explored. Mostly surfaced tracks make the Rotmain loop a relaxed outing.

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Jean Paul loop via the Rollwenzelei

Cycling tour

Jean Paul loop via the Rollwenzelei

Difficulty: Medium
Duration: 1:10 h
Distance: 17.4 km
Ascent: 179 m
Descent: 186 m

A moderately challenging cycle tour that takes you past the sights of south-east Bayreuth.

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The Bayreuth sightseeing cycle tour

Cycling tour

The Bayreuth sightseeing cycle tour

Difficulty: Medium
Duration: 1:14 h
Distance: 18.1 km
Ascent: 105 m
Descent: 107 m

An easy bike ride – suitable for every fitness level. Besides the city’s unique landmarks, this tour also takes in favourite corners of Bayreuth’s students.

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Maxroute through the city centre

Hiking tour

Maxroute through the city centre

Difficulty: Medium
Duration: 1:18 h
Distance: 5.1 km
Ascent: 11 m
Descent: 12 m

This short walking loop is the easiest way to get to know Bayreuth’s city centre and its best-known sights on foot.

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Grand park loop around the city centre

Cycling tour

Grand park loop around the city centre

Difficulty: Medium
Duration: 1:47 h
Distance: 14.2 km
Ascent: 218 m
Descent: 218 m

Starting at Wilhelminenaue, this route takes you via the historic old town to some of Bayreuth’s best-loved parks and gardens.

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Hike to the Bodenmühlwand at Schlehenberg

Hiking tour

Hike to the Bodenmühlwand at Schlehenberg

Difficulty: Medium
Duration: 2:30 h
Distance: 9 km
Ascent: 144 m
Descent: 144 m

This challenging loop is just the thing for exploring the countryside around Bayreuth. The trail leads past rock formations and through a remarkable geotope.

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