Romantic route

3:55 h 491 hm 491 hm 48,7 km moderate

The just under 49 km long route in the south of Schongau is characterized by enjoyment, tranquility, and a wealth of wonderfully romantic viewpoints located amidst the cultural landscape of the Pfaffenwinkel.

Admittedly, the first kilometers may seem rather unromantic. However, this quickly changes and the pure romance of the incredibly beautiful nature combined with the cultural landscape comes to the fore. Therefore, you should definitely allow a little more time to be able to take an additional break or two to enjoy and pause.

The route follows the course of the cycle route "Romantic Road" and initially leads from Schongau to the former monastery town of Rottenbuch. The destination of the next section – the Wieskirche – is reached by an idyllic up-and-down over Wildsteig. Next, the route continues with a magnificent Alpine panorama to the scenic Steingaden, which is characterized by the former Premonstratensian monastery. Away from the roads, it leads back to the medieval old town of Schongau.



Tipp des Autors:

Plan a swimming break at Schwaigsee or at the end at the Schongauer Lido!



Sicherheitshinweise:

Consideration makes ways wide

Please note that in our region you often cycle on agricultural paths. You are warmly welcome on these paths, but of course, these paths are also used by farmers with their vehicles for the cultivation of the fields. Due to the width of the vehicles, it can sometimes get tight on the paths. The paths remain wide enough if all users are considerate of each other and give way when necessary. Please note that large machines often cannot drive off the paths. Therefore, as cyclists, please give way if it gets tight!

Thank you very much for your understanding and consideration for the people who have to work here!

Use of riverside paths

We are pleased that the Weilheim Water Management Office has established embankment paths along the rivers that may also be used by cyclists.

Please note that these paths were created for water management purposes and do not always meet the quality standards of cycle paths. Especially after construction measures, flooding events, and storms (fallen trees), the paths may have damage or impassable sections. Furthermore, occasional construction traffic should be expected.

Please use the paths with appropriate caution and observe the traffic signs on site! Use of maintenance paths is at your own risk.



Wegbeschreibung:

From Schongau to Rottenbuch

The Romantic route leads directly from Schongau station towards Peiting. It goes parallel to the road on the cycle path over the Lech bridge and after a three-kilometer gentle ascent into the market town. The route goes relatively straight south through the town. After leaving the town, it continues on the cycle path along the road until it branches off and the cycle path leads a good stretch uphill through a forest. At the top, the path meanders over hilly meadows, past a remote house and through a small woodland downhill. There, the path joins the road again and accompanies it for a few kilometers until the cycle path passes under the road and now leads away from noise over wide meadows to the former monastery town of Rottenbuch. In Rottenbuch, the magnificent former collegiate church Mariae Geburt invites visitors. Over 900 years old, it harmoniously unites the artistic epochs of Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque in its three-aisled structure with transept. The special feature is the depiction of the life path of St. Augustine in the nave, who was a model for the Augustinian canon priests.

From Rottenbuch to the Wieskirche

The ride continues south through a residential area of Rottenbuch gently and steadily uphill out of town, where gently hilly meadows adjoin the houses. From now on, the rest of the route runs away from highly frequented roads and reveals its true character – pure calm and idyll. Romantic viewpoints that invite you to pause and enjoy time and again. The path continues gently uphill and passes the Schönegger Cheese Alm, which is recommended for a break. Refreshed and always with the Alpine panorama in sight, the path now goes downhill past the idyllic Schwaigsee, through the small Bavarian village of Morgenbach, and after a gentle ascent over a meadow-covered, gently hilly plain. One cannot stop marveling here – the beauty of nature with the magnificent Alpine panorama on the near horizon is so striking. This enjoyment continues even a bit after passing through the village of Wildsteig. If you like Lourdes grottos, a stop at the magnificent grotto below the church is worthwhile. The ride continues downhill into a hollow, through marshland and uphill again – gently ascending and slightly winding – until suddenly the church tower of the Wieskirche appears behind a hill. The next stage destination is in sight. Only a few meters remain to the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Zum Gegeißelten Heiland auf der Wies" – splendidly situated in the middle of meadows. Dense forests and the Trauchgau mountain range frame it in a romantic way. The Wieskirche is the Rococo jewel of the Pfaffenwinkel. The final masterpiece of the master builder Dominikus Zimmermann. A place of power that you should visit. Those wishing for a little culinary refreshment will find two inns. Tip: the Wieskiachla "To Go" if there is not enough time for a stopover.

From the Wieskirche to Steingaden

After the visit to the empowering Wieskirche, continue north on the access road. After one kilometer, the cycle path turns left into a romantically grown forest, slightly downhill, then over a meadow with an idyllic hamlet. Now it becomes dynamic. First downhill through a hollow, then immediately uphill again with roughly the same gradient, past a forest, up to a plateau that offers views to the left of a magnificent Alpine panorama and to the right of an idyllic bathing pond, which perhaps invites a little refreshment. The ride continues downhill through a small wood, past an avenue, and into the charming town of Steingaden, whose townscape is shaped by the majestic twin towers of the Welfen Münster and the partly preserved facilities of the former Premonstratensian monastery. A small tour of the town is highly recommended here. The town center of Steingaden is incredibly photogenic, and the Welfen Münster is magnificent. The still partly preserved cloister tells of former times, and the lovingly laid out herb garden of the former monastery pharmacy is a place for all senses and offers heavenly peace.

From Steingaden to Schongau

From here, head back north. The wide asphalt path leads away from roads and noise, comfortably over gently rolling meadows, repeatedly through small woods and past small lakes until the Romantic route finally reaches the last forest of the route. The path goes through this to the Lech reservoir, which is crossed via the Lech dam step. From here, a detour to the Schongauer Lido is worthwhile, with the opportunity to dine at the boathouse and the Lech raft, which is launched in midsummer and awaits its guests. The ride continues to the elevated historic old town surrounded by the medieval town wall. The town center offers beautiful corners and nooks, which can be explored even more intensively, for example, with the Auidguide or a tour. As a final highlight, part of the walkway on the town wall can be walked. Finally, it goes back to the starting point.



  • Aufstieg: 491 hm

  • Abstieg: 491 hm

  • Länge der Tour: 48,7 km

  • Höchster Punkt: 878 m

  • Differenz: 209 hm

  • Niedrigster Punkt: 669 m

Difficulty

moderate

Stamina

moderate

Panoramic view

very high

Saisonale Eignung

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Features trail

Many views

Circular route

Rest point

Cultural / historical

Botanical highlights

Parking lot at Buchenweg, alternatively parking lot at Volksfestplatz (with motorhome parking)

B17, B472 exit Schongau North or West



Mit öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln:

Pfaffenwinkel Railway to Schongau



Startpunkt: Schongau station

Ziel: Schongau station

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