Altmühltal Panorama Trail Tour
Altmühltal Panorama Trail Tour - Beautiful countryside of Bavaria in Germany

Altmühltal Panorama Trail Tour

9 days

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Hike the stunning Altmühltal Panorama Trail, a gem in Bavaria

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.

Highlights of the Altmühltal Panorama Trail Tour

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.

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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

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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 $1,350 USD*
  • Sharing a double room: from $1,025 USD*

*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates. The prices listed are per person.

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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.

Hotels on Standard Tour

Hotel Stadthof in Treuchtlingen ★★★

This beautiful former manor consists of several cozy rooms. This hotel is a gateway to Altmühltal Nature Park.

Hotel Sonne in Pappenheim/Surroundings

This cozy hotel is located in a good proximity to shops and other amenities located in town.

Hotel Gasthof zum Kirchenschmied in Mörnsheim/Surroundings

Simple and cozy hotel in a good location. Rooms are clean and hosts are very friendly.

Hotel Garni Fuchs Eichstätt ★★★

This friendly and cozy hotel along the trekking route is an excellent choice for your stay in Eichstätt.

Hotel Zur Post in Kipfenberg ★★★

Enjoy a stay in a family-run simple hotel in Kipfenberg.

Hotel Krone in Beilngries

Enjoy a stay in a family-run simple hotel in Beilngries.

Hotel Zur Post in Kipfenberg ★★★

Enjoy a stay in a family-run simple hotel in Kipfenberg.

Hotel Dormero in Kelheim ★★★

Enjoy comfortable modern rooms on your stay in a close proximity to Kelheim centre.

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Altmühltal Panorama Trail Tour

Is this tour for me?

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.

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