Main-Radweg

Main Cycle Route

Main-Radweg

A collection of 20 cycling routes.

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Overview

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The Main Cycle Path follows the river across Franconia and Hesse to its mouth in Mainz. Mostly close to the shore, well signposted and predominantly paved, with short sections on gravel or cobblestones. The profile is mainly flat – ideal for relaxed touring, even with luggage or family.

Along the way, you will encounter half-timbered towns and wine villages: Bamberg (UNESCO), Würzburg with its residence and vineyards, Wertheim, Miltenberg and Aschaffenburg. Later comes the skyline view in Frankfurt, and for the finale, the Rhine atmosphere in Mainz.

You cycle on bike paths, riverside paths and quiet side roads; major roads are rarely touched. Train stations are close to the route, making stages flexibly planable. There are plenty of places to stop – from beer gardens to wine taverns.

Tip: A trekking or touring bike fits perfectly; slightly wider tires make the few gravel and cobblestone sections more comfortable. Whether you start from the sources in Upper Franconia or set off at the Rhine, the Main Cycle Path is a relaxed multi-day loop with lots of culture, river views and enjoyment.

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Duration
602.1 km
Distance
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Avg. speed
4,066 m
Ascent
3,505 m
Descent

Main-Radweg

Routes in this collection

All 20 routes in this collection can be opened on the map or in the Bikemap App for more details, where you can adjust them in the route planner, or download them as GPX or KML file. Use them as a template for planning your own rides, or let Bikemap navigate you along them directly.

Main-Radweg, Abschnitt 11: Stockstadt am Main – Kleinheubach
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Main-Radweg, Abschnitt 11: Stockstadt am Main – Kleinheubach

Cycling route in Stockstadt am Main, Bavaria, Germany

From Stockstadt am Main, right near Aschaffenburg, you roll along the river southwards to Kleinheubach, the gateway to the Odenwald. About 40 km, mostly on bike paths and quiet side roads, almost fully paved – ideal for relaxed cruising with many views of the Main River. Along the way, you'll be ac…
40.4 km
Distance
320 m
Ascent
334 m
Descent
Main-Radweg: Aschaffenburg – Stockstadt am Main
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Main-Radweg: Aschaffenburg – Stockstadt am Main

Cycling route in Aschaffenburg, Bavaria, Germany

Short section of the Main cycling path from Aschaffenburg to Stockstadt am Main. Start at the Main riverbank in Aschaffenburg with views of Johannisburg Castle, then relaxed and flat along the river. About 4.7 km with hardly any elevation – ideal for unwinding, for families, or as a short connectin…
4.7 km
Distance
8 m
Ascent
13 m
Descent
Main-Radweg, Abschnitte 12 und 13
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Main-Radweg, Abschnitte 12 und 13

Cycling route in Mühlheim am Main, Hesse, Germany

Start in Mühlheim am Main and follow the Main Cycle Route for about 37 km to Aschaffenburg. Mostly paved paths, a few firm gravel sections, with only about 110 m of ascent — a relaxed ride. You roll close to the river, with meadows, shade, and rest spots. In Aschaffenburg, the old town and Johannis…
37.3 km
Distance
111 m
Ascent
124 m
Descent
Main-Radweg, Abschnitte 12 und 13
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Main-Radweg, Abschnitte 12 und 13

Cycling route in Hochheim am Main, Hesse, Germany

From Hochheim am Main to Mühlheim am Main, the route is a relaxed ride along the river. About 48 km, almost entirely paved and with very little elevation gain – perfect for easy cruising. Start in the wine-loving town of Hochheim and follow the Main towards the Rhine-Main region, with plenty of riv…
48.4 km
Distance
102 m
Ascent
113 m
Descent
Main-Radweg: Mainz – Hochheim am Main (Abschnitte 12–13)
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Main-Radweg: Mainz – Hochheim am Main (Abschnitte 12–13)

Cycling route in Mainz, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

Short, flat section of the Main cycle path from Mainz to Hochheim am Main. Start in the cathedral and Gutenberg city of Mainz and ride along the Main riverbank towards the vineyards. After around 6 km with hardly any elevation gain, you'll reach Hochheim, known for Riesling and its charming old tow…
6.1 km
Distance
6 m
Ascent
7 m
Descent
Main-Radweg Abschnitt 10: Bürgstadt – Kreuzwertheim
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Main-Radweg Abschnitt 10: Bürgstadt – Kreuzwertheim

Cycling route in Bürgstadt, Bavaria, Germany

Relaxed along the Main: start in Bürgstadt near Miltenberg, then through wine villages and floodplains to Kreuzwertheim. Mostly asphalt (over 90%), a few short gravel sections, about 32 km with gentle ups and downs – manageable even at a leisurely pace. Miltenberg is a good spot for a break; at the…
32 km
Distance
273 m
Ascent
226 m
Descent
Main-Radweg: Himmelstadt – Kreuzwertheim
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Main-Radweg: Himmelstadt – Kreuzwertheim

Cycling route in Himmelstadt, Bavaria, Germany

Leisurely stage along the Main from Himmelstadt to Kreuzwertheim. You mostly ride directly along the river through the vineyards of Mainfranken, with many scenic riverbank sections. About 79 km, mostly paved and well signposted, with a few undulations. Start in Himmelstadt near Karlstadt; finish in…
78.8 km
Distance
732 m
Ascent
742 m
Descent
Main-Radweg: Zellingen – Himmelstadt
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Main-Radweg: Zellingen – Himmelstadt

Cycling route in Zellingen, Bavaria, Germany

Short section along the Main: From Zellingen, ride relaxed on smooth asphalt to Himmelstadt. Nearly 4.7 km, almost flat – ideal for a leisurely roll or as a family stage. You mostly ride on paths away from traffic, with views of the Main riverside and Franconian vineyards. In Himmelstadt, you can r…
4.7 km
Distance
26 m
Ascent
22 m
Descent
Main-Radweg: Zellingen to Wurzburg
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Main-Radweg: Zellingen to Wurzburg

Cycling route in Zellingen, Bavaria, Germany

Short, mostly flat stretch of the Main-Radweg from Zellingen to Würzburg. About 18.8 km on paved cycleways and paths, with roughly 180 m of climbing and similar descent. Follow the Main through Franconian villages and vineyards, then roll into Würzburg, known for its wine, the Residenz, and Marienb…
18.8 km
Distance
184 m
Ascent
182 m
Descent
Main-Radweg: Würzburg – Sommerach
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Main-Radweg: Würzburg – Sommerach

Cycling route in Würzburg, Bavaria, Germany

From Würzburg, you ride leisurely along the Main River through Franconian wine villages to Sommerach. About 47 km with little elevation gain, almost entirely paved – mostly on paths and quiet roads. Perfect for pleasure cyclists and a day trip. Start in the residence city, enjoy views of the Main, …
47 km
Distance
196 m
Ascent
175 m
Descent
Main-Radweg: Sommerach → Bergrheinfeld
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Main-Radweg: Sommerach → Bergrheinfeld

Cycling route in Sommerach, Bavaria, Germany

Leisurely along the Main from Sommerach to Bergrheinfeld. Starting in the Franconian wine town of Sommerach, then through vineyards, meadows, and quiet Main riverside villages, mostly on asphalt. Flat to gently rolling terrain, about 37 km – ideal for a half-day tour. Many river views and rest spot…
36.9 km
Distance
174 m
Ascent
160 m
Descent
Main-Radweg: Bergrheinfeld to Wonfurt
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Main-Radweg: Bergrheinfeld to Wonfurt

Cycling route in Bergrheinfeld, Bavaria, Germany

Follow the Main-Radweg from Bergrheinfeld near Schweinfurt to Wonfurt. It’s about 28 km, mostly paved and flat, cruising beside the river on paths and quiet roads. Expect easy riding, views of the Main and fields, plus small Franconian villages along the way. A relaxed half-day spin toward the Haßb…
28.1 km
Distance
55 m
Ascent
43 m
Descent
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