Welcome to Essing! On this page, we'll introduce you to accessible accommodation and dining options, including hotels, holiday apartments and restaurants. We also offer the best trails for those with disabilities so that you can discover the region's beauty.
Maps and trails
Accessibility in Essing
Long Distance Cycling
Altmühltal cycle route from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Kelheim (barrier-free)
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Multi-day route
291 km
20:30 h
756 m
828 m
The Altmühltal cycle route is a long-distance cycle path of about 290 km from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to the Altmühl source and further through the scenic Altmühl valley to the confluence of the Altmühl into the Danube at Kelheim with the handbike.
Bicycle Rides
· Altmühltal
Altmühltal cycling route Beilngries-Kelheim 5th stage (barrier-free)
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Stage 5
60.8 km
4:20 h
179 m
210 m
Flat stage in the lower Altmühl valley to Kelheim with the handbike.
Thematic Trail
· Bayerischer Jura
Art Trail on Rock and River
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
1.3 km
0:30 h
1 m
5 m
The history of Essing and its surroundings is packaged on this route into an appealing art landscape. Sculptures, benches, and trigrams offer space for interpretation.
Bridge
· Bayerischer Jura
Wooden bridge "Tatzlwurm
At 193 metres long, the "Tatzlwurm" is one of the longest wooden bridges in Europe and connects the two valley sides of Essing.

