Cycling Holidays - Bavarian Lakes

Bavarian Lakes

Germany

From £779 P/P

Experience the clean air of the fabulous Bavarian Lakes as you pedal along the cycle paths and turquoise waters of the River Isar. Marvel at the majestic mountain ranges, and stroll through flowery, ornate old towns.

Enjoy unspoiled nature and Bavarian culture and traditions which are still alive and well. This area of Germany is truly enchanting!

Overall, this is a rather easy tour with just a few short climbs along the way.

For an overview of this area you can read Simon's blog here after his short cycle trip in Bavaria during Summer 2018.

https://www.freewheelholidays.co.uk/exploring-the-bavarian-lakes

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Itinerary
Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Ambach/Bernried on Lake Starnberg

Your first walk along Lake Starnberg or even a refreshing swim already awaits today.

Day 2: Ambach/Bernried – Murnau on Lake Staffelsee approx. 30 km

Initially the cycle path leads you to the southern shores of Lake Starnberg until Seeshaupt. You cycle along marvellous paths through original Bavarian villages, past the Osterseen lakes and Lake Riegsee until you reach Murnau on Lake Staffelsee.

Day 3: Murnau – Garmisch Partenkirchen approx. 40 km

You start the tour by cycling through the nature reserve ‚Murnauer Moos’ (biggest moor area in Central Europe). Onwards through unspoilt nature following the river Loisach to Garmisch Partenkirchen. This stage is deliberately kept short, which means you have time for a ride up by the ‚Zugspitzbahn’-railway to a height of 2962 metres (autonomously). From there you have a fantastic view over the Alps.

Day 4: Garmisch Partenkirchen – Mittenwald – Wallgau approx. 45 km

You take a train ride to Scharnitz and cover 300 metres in altitude. From there you continue slightly uphill through wild-romantic gorges and lush alpine pastures to the Isar river source. Back through the sunny high-altitude valley with marvellous panoramic views onto the Karwendel and the Wetterstein mountain ranges via Mittenwald to Wallgau – a village where Bavarian traditions are still alive today.

Day 5: Wallgau – Bad Tölz approx. 50 km

Past the ‚Isarwinkel’, following the crystal clear, turquoise-blue water to the impressive lake Sylvensteinsee and via Lenggries through atmospheric scenery to Bad Tölz. This village is situated at the intersection point of two trading routes – the river Isar and the old salt route from Reichenhall into the Allgäu region – it quickly developed into a booming handling spot. The ornate houses are still testimony to this area.

Day 6: Bad Tölz – Lake Tegernsee – Bad Tölz approx. 45 km

Through the charming scenery around Lake Tegernsee until Gmund on Lake Tegernsee with a fabulous lake panorama. Then you return along the Gaißbach valley to Bad Tölz. Follow the traces of the well-known TV-series ‚Der Bulle von Tölz’ along the high road of Bad Tölz.

Day 7: Bad Tölz – Ambach/Bernried approx. 30 km

For the finale, another casual stage via soft rolling hills and through lush meadows back to the starting point of this round trip. If you have not done it already, we recommend a swim in the crystal clear waters of Lake Starnberg as a final highlight of this tour.

Day 8: Departure or extension

Route Overview

Overall an easy tour.

You will cycle on beautiful bike paths and some minor roads. The route is mostly paved and some longer passages are on forest tracks, which are in good condition.

Start of the cycling holiday: Ambach

There are just a few short ascents which can also be mastered by pushing the bike up.

The route is mainly asphalted but with some longer segments are on well-maintained dirt roads.

Route Map (For guidance only):

Routes maybe subject to change or alteration. All route notes, maps and day-by-day information will be given to you upon arrival at the first hotel or at the welcome meeting. GPS/GPX Files are available for most our the cycling holidays we offer. Please ask us for details.

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Munich - Ammersee	45 km + Schiffahrt	Throughout flat routing. Large parts of the stage are not paved.
Ammersee – Starnberger See	40 km	Throughout flat routing. Large parts of the stage are not paved.
Round trip Starnberger See	40 km	Throughout flat routing. Large parts of the stage are not paved.
Starnberger See - Kochelsee	55 km	Throughout flat routing. Large parts of the stage are not paved.
Kochelsee – Bad Tölz	30 km	Throughout flat routing. Large parts of the stage are not paved.
Bad Tölz – Munich	65 km	Hilly route with a greater increase of about 1 km.

Getting There

Getting There

We recommend flying to Munich airport to reach the starting point of this cycling holiday.

Flights are available with a number of airlines to your required airport or you can travel to the start using alternative methods such as rail or road.

By train:

From Munich central station (Hauptbahnhof) take the S-Bahn
S7 to Wolfratshausen, from there continue either by public bus
No. 373 towards Seeshaupt to Münsing / Holzhausen or take a taxi (approx. €20 per ride)

By plane:

From Franz Josef Strauss airport take the S1/S8 (airport line) towards Hauptbahnhof train station and then follow the by train directions.

We recommend using Skyscanner to find the best flight prices by date or Voyages SNCF for European rail travel. There is customer car parking available at most hotels for a supplement. Please contact us for more details.

Please use local transport to arrive at the starting point or call us on 0800 755 5385 for more specific travel advice.

You do not need to go back to the starting point of the cycling holiday as all hire bikes are left at the final hotel.

Important: Please book your flights only after the cycling holiday has been confirmed by invoice or email. Flights and transfers are not included in the advertised holiday price.
What’s Included?
What’s Included?

The Bavarian Lakes cycling holiday includes the daily transfer of luggage to the next hotel and local support if required.

Included Services (Subject to confirmation)
- Accommodation 3*
- Bike hire
- Breakfast
- Luggage transfers between hotels
- Train journey from Garmisch Partenkirchen - Scharnitz
- 1x traditional veal sausage breakfast
- Signposted route
- Detailed travel documents (route maps, route descriptions)
- Telephone assistance helpline
Not Included
- Flights to/from the start and finish
- Evening meals (unless stated)
- Local daily taxes (Payable at the hotel)
- Helmets
- Water Bottles
- Travel Insurance
- Bike Insurance (unless stated)
- Welcome Meetings (unless stated)
- Transfers (unless included)
Bike Hire

Bike Hire

About the Rental Bikes

This cycling holiday uses quality crossbar and unisex hybrid bikes based on KTM frame technology, Selle Royal saddles, Shimano components and puncture-proof tyres to ensure that you have an enjoyable cycle tour. The bikes feature modern V-brakes, aluminium frames with mudguards, comfortable saddles and a rack for a supplied waterproof pannier.

You will also receive a handlebar bag and map holder for easy navigation when riding your daily itinerary. Prices advertised on the website include standard bike hire (unless stated). Colour and specification may vary from the image shown.

Unisex Bike (Colour may vary)

Men's Bike (Colour may vary)

Electric Bike (Colour may vary)

Accessories

If you would like GPX files for a suitable device, please request them at the time of booking. Devices are not provided and please make sure that you bring along with you any fittings required to attach the Garmin (or similar) to the handlebars. You might want to download maps onto your phone to avoid data charges when roaming.

All bikes are provided with standard flat pedals. You can bring your own cycling pedals, but ensure that you have the correct tools to remove the pedals if the tour does not have a welcome meeting. You may also not be able to travel through airports with the tools if you are carrying hand luggage only.

You can rent a men's bike with a crossbar, unisex/female bike with a sloping tube or an electric bike for a supplement.

Gears

7 speed bikes are equipped with a Shimano Nexus gear hub and 21 speed bikes have a Shimano Alivio derailleur. We request 21 speed bikes for all cycling holidays (when available).

Frame Sizing

When you make a booking with us, we take your height(s) and the appropriate bike size is matched up accordingly. Unisex frame 21-gears with freewheel. Sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 / 43 cm. Unisex 7-gears-bikes with back pedalling brake. Sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 cm. Men’s speed bikes 21-gears with free wheel and crossbar. Sizes: 64 / 60 / 56 "sloping" cm. Helmets are not provided and you will need to bring your own to use.

We always recommend wearing a helmet when on your cycling holiday!

Bike Hire Insurance

This cycle tour benefits from bike insurance against rental bike theft and damage in the holiday price. Please make sure you lock up the bike, leave it where told by the hotel and treat your hire bicycle as if the bike was your own. Any negligent treatment of the bike will exempt you from cover. We advise you to ensure that you have adequate travel insurance for your cycling holiday prior to arrival.

Electric Bike Hire

Why not upgrade your cycling experience to an E-Bike (Electric Bike)? Using a power assisted bike is a great way to go on a cycling holiday and will help you smooth out inclines or longer days in the saddle. Each E-Bike features an LCD display, removable batteries for easy charging and assistance up to 25 km/h with a range of around 120 km for each full charge depending on usage.

E-Bike upgrade prices vary per tour, but if you require any more information about bike hire and electric bikes, please get in-touch with us on +44 (0) 800 7555385.

Hotels

This cycling holiday stays in good quality hotels with private facilities carefully selected for their proximity to your cycle route and comfort. If you wish to know specific information about the hotel facilities, Wi-Fi and upgrades used on the holidays, please contact us on +44 (0) 800 7555385 for more information.

Please note that the hotel list is subject to change and should be used as a guide only.
We will confirm the exact hotels prior to arrival.

Bavarian LakeS Round Trip	Sample Hotel LIST
Starnberger See	Hotel Seeblick Bernried ***
	www.hotel-seeblick-bernried.de
Murnau	Hotel Griesbräu
	www.griesbraeu.de
Garmisch	Hotel Vierjahreszeiten ***
	www.vierjahreszeiten.cc
Wallgau	Hotel Post***
	www.posthotel-wallgau.de
Bad Tölz	Hotel Kolberbräu ****
	www.kolberbraeu.de

You will receive your final hotel list approximately 4 weeks prior to your arrival date detailing the hotels used on your cycling holiday. If you wish to know more about the hotels prior to completing a booking form, please contact our Customer Services team via email or by phone.

Date & Prices

You can find out more about this cycling holiday by completing a Contact Form or call 0800 755 5385 to speak to one of the team.

2019 Cycling Holiday Prices:

Season	Date Band	Arrival Day
Season 1:	20.04. to 17.05.2019 \| 28.09. to 05.10.2019	Daily
Season 2:	18.05. to 21.06.2019 \| 09.09. to 29.09.2019	Daily
Season 3:	22.06. to 08.09.2019	Daily

Category A Information:

Season	Prices per person including bike hire
Season 1:	£779
Season 2:	£839
Season 3:	£879
E-Bike Upgrade:	£109
Half Board Upgrade:	£189
Single Supplement Upgrade:	£199

Hotel Category Descriptions:

Category Type	Accommodation Overview
Category A:	3* Hotels

EXTRA NIGHT PER PERSON PER NIGHT PRICES (YOU WILL STAY IN THE SAME HOTEL AS PER THE CYCLE TOUR):

Location	Price DBL/BB	Single Room Supplement SGL/BB
Ambach/Bernried:	£69	£35

Reference: DE-MURSS-08X

Date From	Date To
20 April 2019	05 October 2019

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