Quick ride by bicycle from Bad Homburg to Frankfurt am Main

Set off on a scenic ride from the elegant spa town of Bad Homburg, famous for its historic Kurpark and towering Kaiser-Wilhelms-Bad, southwards to the bustling heart of Frankfurt am Main. The roughly 18.6 km route is mostly paved and relatively gentle, with a net descent—so you’ll enjoy a bit more downhill than up, making it perfect for a relaxed trip.

You’ll kick off on quiet roads and smooth asphalt paths, passing leafy suburbs and winding past parks, with only a small share of gravel or unpaved sections—nothing a hybrid or road bike can’t handle. About halfway, you’ll notice the landscape getting a bit busier as you approach Frankfurt, but the route remains bike-friendly, steering mostly clear of major roads.

Roll into Frankfurt ready for a skyline view and a well-deserved coffee by the Main river, maybe take a stroll through Alt-Sachsenhausen or hit up a museum if you have time. This route is ideal if you want a blend of relaxing greenery and urban excitement, all within an hour’s ride.