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View of Weltenburg Abbey – Weltenburg Monastery loop from Essing

View of Weltenburg Abbey – Weltenburg Monastery loop from Essing

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4.5

(2)

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View of Weltenburg Abbey – Weltenburg Monastery loop from Essing

01:36

28.6km

240m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 25, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 1.43 km for 72 m

After 21.1 km for 149 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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148 m

Essing Bridge Gatehouse

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The entrance gate to Essing over the 46 m long wooden bridge, today an admired historical monument and photo motif. The round arches are clearly visible on the town hall square.

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6.17 km

Keltentor

Archaeological Site

14.3 km

View of Weltenburg Abbey

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A very nice view of the other side of the Danube and the great Weltenburg monastery. Here you also have a little peace from the tourist crowds.

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14.7 km

Weltenburg Monastery

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Weltenburg Abbey dates back to its founding around the year 600, and Benedictine monks still live here today. In the historic rock cellar, you can learn all about the abbey's exciting history.

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14.8 km

Danube Gorge at Weltenburg

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Beautiful view of and over the Danube! 💦🤩 Just take a short break and capture the beautiful impressions and perspectives.

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15.0 km

View of the Danube Gorge

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A beautiful, tarred path leads from Weltenburg Monastery to the landing stage and the Danube Gorge. You should definitely walk the 300m to the front, here you have a wonderful view of the rocks of the Enge.

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20.8 km

View of Kelheim's city gates

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You will see the Altmühltor, the Donautor and the Mittertor, all of which were built in the middle of the 13th century.

In front of the Altmühltor there was a …

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28.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.1 km

7.85 km

2.15 km

2.12 km

1.89 km

1.49 km

Surfaces

9.80 km

8.74 km

4.37 km

2.40 km

2.12 km

1.21 km

Elevation

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Highest point (440 m)

Lowest point (340 m)

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Wednesday 8 July

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13°C

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View of Weltenburg Abbey – Weltenburg Monastery loop from Essing

Essing Bridge Gatehouse

View of Weltenburg Abbey

Weltenburg Monastery

Danube Gorge at Weltenburg

View of the Danube Gorge

View of Kelheim's city gates

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