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Frankfurt to Bamberg 8-Day Self-Guided Bike & Boat Tour (Level 1)
This tour has special prices for the following periods :
| Start | End | Max. No. Guests | Accommodation | Price p.p. | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18 2026 | Apr 25 2026 | 96 | Single rooms | 1,809€ 1,959€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,249€ 1,399€ |
Franconia is a region of excellent wines, some say—while others praise the traditional Franconian beers. On this journey through Wine and Beer Franconia, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to sample fine wines, tasty local brews, and a variety of culinary delights. But Franconia isn’t just a paradise for food and drink lovers. Look forward to historic towns, charming old quarters, and even a “Little Venice.” After all, the eyes deserve some pleasure too.
Self-guided cycling through Franconia with daily routes of 30-60 km, easy difficulty
Your boat offers an elegant atmosphere with Rococo-inspired touches: playful details, tasteful decorations, and reproductions of famous paintings create a setting reminiscent of a small palace afloat. The panorama lounge with its cosy bar is tastefully designed and ideal for unwinding – whether over a glass of wine or a cocktail. In the stylishly furnished restaurant, the kitchen crew serves a varied and well-balanced menu. The spacious sun deck, equipped with loungers, seating areas and partially covered zones, provides the perfect space to relax and enjoy the fresh air.
The 48 outside cabins are spread across two decks, each approx. 12 m² in size, and equipped with a private bathroom (shower/WC), hairdryer, TV, minibar, safe (deposit required), onboard telephone and individually adjustable air conditioning. In the eco cabins, engine and generator noise may be audible.
Cabins with twin beds feature two separate beds, one of which can be converted into a sofa during the day. Cabins with double beds are fitted with a large bed (160 x 200 cm) with two separate mattresses.
If you would like to rent a Bike (99 EUR) or E-Bike (219 EUR), please contact [email protected] when booking
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Arrival in Frankfurt/Main
Boat Tour Frankfurt/Main – Aschaffenburg
Embarkation starts at 4:00 p.m. in Frankfurt/Main. By 5:00 p.m., it's time to cast off! Enjoy your first dinner cruise as you head toward Aschaffenburg. Nestled at the foot of the Spessart hills, this peaceful university town on the Main River (approx. 70,000 inhabitants) boasts numerous magnificent buildings. Johannisburg Palace, built from red sandstone, is one of the most important and beautiful Renaissance buildings in Germany. Even King Ludwig I called Aschaffenburg the “Bavarian Nice” thanks to its pleasant climate.
Aschaffenburg – Freudenberg: Bike Tour approx. 48 km
Just before you arrive in Bürgstadt/Miltenberg, you can cycle on either the right or left side of the Main River. The riverside forest between Nilkheim and Niedernheim offers pleasant shade in summer and is easy to ride through. From Kleinwallstadt to Erlenbach, the "Planet Cycle Path" accompanies you - with interesting facts along the way. Benches and picnic areas can be found all along the Main, inviting you to take a break or even go for a swim.
Tonight, your ship will dock in Freudenberg, about 10 km from Miltenberg. Perched high above the Main and the town of Freudenberg, the Freudenburg castle overlooks the landscape at the edge of the Odenwald.
Freudenberg – Wertheim – Lohr:
Boat Tour Freudenberg – Wertheim & Bike Tour Wertheim – Lohr approx. 40 - 45 km
While you enjoy your breakfast, your ship will take you to Wertheim. This charming town has preserved the character of a traditional Franconian small village and is the starting point of today’s bike tour through the typical Main River landscape. There's plenty to see along the way to Lohr, with its picturesque old town full of historic buildings and Franconian half-timbered houses.
Lohr – Karlstadt – Würzburg
Boat Tour Lohr – Karlstadt & Bike Tour Karlstadt – Würzburg approx. 30 km
In the early morning, your ship takes you past Gemünden to Karlstadt, where you hop on your bike. Karlstadt offers both old-town charm and rural idyll. Discover buildings over 800 years old in the historic town center, surrounded by walls, towers, and gates. From here, enjoy a relaxed ride to Würzburg, where you’ll rejoin your ship in the afternoon. Be sure to visit the Würzburg Residence, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981, or enjoy the stunning views from Marienberg Fortress.
Würzburg – Kitzingen or Marktbreit: Bike Tour approx. 40 km
Your bike tour takes you along the Main Cycle Path from Würzburg through the fertile Ochsenfurt region to the charming town of Ochsenfurt, known for its distinctive turreted gate. From there, continue to the historic town of Marktbreit, with its splendid townhouses, and on to Kitzingen. Alternatively, your ship may dock in Marktbreit, shortening the bike tour by approx. 10 km.
Kitzingen or Marktbreit – Volkach – Schweinfurt
Boat Tour Kitzingen or Marktbreit – Volkach & Bike Tour Volkach – Schweinfurt approx. 40 - 60 km
From Schwarzach am Main, you cycle first to Volkach (here you have the option to leave the ship and shorten the bike tour). A visit to the pilgrimage church St. Maria im Weingarten is well worth it. The route then takes you to Fahr, where a welcome sign in the shape of a Bocksbeutel (the iconic Franconian wine bottle) greets you. From there, continue through the scenic Volkacher Mainschleife - where the valley narrows and vineyards become more frequent—until you reach Schweinfurt.
Schweinfurt – Haßfurt – Bamberg
Boat Tour Schweinfurt – Hassfurt & Bike Tour Haßfurt – Bamberg approx. 35 - 40 km
In the morning, your ship takes you to Haßfurt. From there, you cycle via Zeil am Main—located right on the border between Wine Franconia and Beer Franconia—to Bamberg. Like Rome, the city was built on seven hills and is often referred to as the “Franconian Rome.” Discover the charm of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Don’t miss the picturesque fishermen’s quarter known as “Little Venice,” a row of 17th-century riverside houses. And no visit to Bamberg is complete without a cold beer—the city is still home to eleven independent breweries!
Departure from Bamberg
After breakfast checkout until 9:00 am– have a safe journey home.
Tours marked with are special prices.
| Start | End | Max. No. Guests | Accommodation | Price p.p. | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18 2026 | Apr 25 2026 | 96 | Single rooms | 1,809€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,249€ | |||||
| May 16 2026 | May 23 2026 | 96 | Single rooms | 1,959€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,399€ | |||||
| Jun 27 2026 | Jul 04 2026 | 96 | Single rooms | 1,959€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,399€ | |||||
| Jul 11 2026 | Jul 18 2026 | 96 | Single rooms | 1,959€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,399€ | |||||
| Aug 22 2026 | Aug 29 2026 | 96 | Single rooms | 1,959€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,399€ |
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