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Hike the stunning Altmühltal Panorama Trail, a gem in Bavaria
Hike through various nature protection areas, such as the Gugoldinger Wacholderheide and the Arzberg mountain plateau, which offer fantastic views of the valley and rock formations.
Enjoy visits to visits to several medieval towns and castles, such as Pappenheim and Eichstätt.
Visit several scenic outlooks, such as the viewpoint Hollerstein, which overlooks the river Altmühl, and the nature monument "Twelve Apostles", steep limestone rocks embedded in juniper heaths.
Take on a boat ride through the Danube crevasse to Kelheim, which promises awe-inspiring views down to the mighty Danube.
On your walk along the Altmühltal-Panorama Path steep jagged Dolomite-rocks, sun-kissed juniper heaths, soft river valleys and extensive forests will line your way.
The nature park ‘Altmühltal’ is also mainly known for its romantic scenery and hence predestined for a comfortable week of walking amidst unspoiled nature. On top of that you come across a landscape steeped in history and culture: impressive ramparts, reconstructed forts and spectacular treasure troves are testimony to Celtic and Roman times. Castles and palaces built by nobility, magnificent churches and monasteries built by prince-archbishops. In the Altmühltal valley you will also enjoy many culinary delights: from tasty sausage specialties all the way to the local hops in the shape of numerous delicious beers.
On your walk along the Altmühltal-Panorama Path steep jagged Dolomite-rocks, sun-kissed juniper heaths, soft river valleys and extensive forests will line your way.
The nature park ‘Altmühltal’ is also mainly known for its romantic scenery and hence predestined for a comfortable week of walking amidst unspoiled nature. On top of that you come across a landscape steeped in history and culture: impressive ramparts, reconstructed forts and spectacular treasure troves are testimony to Celtic and Roman times. Castles and palaces built by nobility, magnificent churches and monasteries built by prince-archbishops. In the Altmühltal valley you will also enjoy many culinary delights: from tasty sausage specialties all the way to the local hops in the shape of numerous delicious beers.
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Altmühltal Panorama Trail Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Treuchtlingen
The idyllic little Altmühl-town Treuchtlingen is situated in the centre of the nature park ‚Altmühltal’, the second biggest Nature Park in Germany. We recommend you seize the first day and relax in the well-known Altmühl-Thermal Spa.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Treuchtlingen and surroundings
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Hike to Pappenheim/Surroundings
With views onto the river Altmühl meandering through the valley you continue via the ‚Devil’s Pulpit’ towards Medieval Pappenheim. You descend again to the river Altmühl via the viewpoint Hollerstein and continue leisurely along the course of the river to your Day Finish, where you are greeted by the impressive castle, seat of the former ‘Reichserbmarschälle’ marshals.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Pappenheim/Surroundings
Distance: 4 hours, 14 km, 280 m of ascent, 290 m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Hike to Mörnsheim/Surroundings
Via a high-altitude path with great views, you walk over to Solnhofen, the mining place of the well-known Solnhofer limestone slabs and site of over 140 million-year-old fossils. Soon after an amazing and very popular photo opportunity awaits: the nature monument ‚Twelve Apostles’, steep limestone rocks embedded in juniper heaths. The route leads you to Dollnstein into the primeval Danube valley.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Mörnsheim/Surroundings
Distance: 4.5 hours, 15 km, 390 m of ascent, 380 m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Hike to Eichstätt
You pass the Geo-monument ‘Burgsteinfelsen’ and continue through forests and juniper heaths and later on a mountain path with great views all the way to Eichstätt. With Willibalds castle towering over this diocesan town, it is a complete Baroque work of art with prestigious buildings as well as dreamy little alleyways.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Eichstätt
Distance: 6 hours, 25 km, 620 m of ascent, 650 m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Walk through the Trauplitzalm
With a lovely view onto the striking Osterberg mountain and the Roman fort Vetoniana, you walk to the Buchenhüller mammoth cave. You will walk across wonderful alpine paths above Altmühl and you will get fantastic views of the valley and the rock faces whilst walking along the panoramic path. You will walk through the Gugoldinger Wacholderheide, which is a fantastic nature protection area before you go past the Arnsberger Leite and the Limes watch tower to Kipfenberg.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Kipfenberg
Distance: 6 hours, 26 km, 720 m of ascent, 740 m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Hike to Beilngries
Today’s tour starts with stunning views and insights into the beautiful Anlauter valley. Reach Kinding with its impressive, fortified church and cosy inns. Shortly afterwards the panorama path again keeps its promise: magnificent views into the Altmühl valley and onto bizarre rock formations. After that another scenic outpost awaits: the Main-Danube canal, Arzberg, Beilngries, Altmühl and Sulz. A steep descent to Beilngries follows.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Beilngries
Distance: 13km, ascend 100m, descend 900m
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Hike to Beilngries
Via the Arzberg mountain plateau into the ‘Seven Valley Town’ of Dietfurt, where water in the form of the Main-Danube canal, rivers and springs plays a major role. Enjoy the view onto Eggersberg palace, past rock formations and along the Altmühltal-boardwalk into the pretty village of Gundlfing. From the ‘Devil’s Rock’ -Teufelsfelsen into the 3-castle town of Riedenburg.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Riedenburg
Distance: 7.5 hours (approx. 3.5 hours with bus ride), 35 km, 680 m of ascent, 700 m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 Hike to Kelheim
Gnarly trees and rock towers line your – in parts – steep path up to Prunn castle. Pass the blue glittering karst spring “Blautopf” and continue along the Main-Danube Canal. As a reward enjoy a grandiose view into the distance. Back again in the valley, you walk along the Jura rock to the ‚Celt’s Wall’, which leads you immediately back to the Danube – the view down to the mighty Danube crevasse is awe-inspiring. After that the impressive finale of your tour: the boat ride through the Danube crevasse to Kelheim.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Kelheim
Distance: 5.5 hours, 19 km, 470 m of ascent, 470 m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 Depart
Depart Bad Goisern today!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Altmühltal Panorama Trail Tour Price and Dates
This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only, where the pricing depends on your travelling dates, as well as the types of the rooms that you need.2025 Departures: The departures are available daily, from April 5th to October 12th, 2025.
- Single room: from EUR1198*
- Sharing a double room: from EUR899*
Accommodation on Altmühltal Panorama Trail Tour
This tour is based in hotels. Hotels on this trip are 3-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
What’s Included in the Altmühltal Panorama Trail Tour?
Meals
8 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 8 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
Luggage transfers and 1 Boat trip from Weltenburg to Kelheim are included.
Also Included
- Carefully elaborated route descriptions
- Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
- App for Navigation and GPS-data available
- Service-Hotline
Not included
- Tourist tax
- Insurance
- Guide services
- Anything not mentioned as ‘included’
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
- How hard is the Altmühltal Panorama Trail Tour?
- Do I need a visa to travel to the Altmühltal Panorama Trail Tour?
- Are meals included on the Altmühltal Panorama Trail Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Treuchtlingen to start this tour?
- Is the Altmühltal Panorama Trail Tour in English?
- Where does the Altmühltal Panorama Trail Tour end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Germany?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Germany?
We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. The trail is of great quality. Although some distances can be long, most of them can be shortened by optional transfers.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
7 breakfasts are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your travel insurance.
Fly to Munich Airport and take a train to get to Treuchtlingen.
Yes, the tour description is in English.
The tour ends at Kelheim.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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