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Cyclist between the orchards near BüchelbergPhoto: Britta Hoff, Südpfalz-Tourismus Landkreis Germersheim e.V
Discover on the 45 km long bike route in the south of the Palatinate, near the French border, the fairy-tale-like Bienwald as well as the Rhine floodplains near Hagenbach and Neuburg am Rhein.
The flat and mostly traffic-free route leads through shady forest passages, idyllic villages, and past woods and meadows. A particularly beautiful section lies between Hagenbach and Neuburg. Here you cycle past agricultural fields and through original forest areas where you can smell wild garlic in spring. With some luck, you may spot a nutria or a turtle at the old Rhine arms, for which there is a dedicated path with information boards in Neuburg. Like an oasis, the village of Büchelberg with its orchards lies in the middle of the forest. There you sometimes find information boards belonging to the local bee and orchard nature trail. Also, pay attention on the forest section to the small wooden signs at forest path crossings that sometimes have interesting and amusing names. Because here in the Bienwald almost every forest path has its own name. The last stretch along the stream between Minfeld and Kandel lets you enjoy the beautiful meadow landscape on the edge of the Bienwald once more.
UFFBASSE! - Campaign for considerate coexistence in nature
- Be considerate – Always behave foresightedly, kindly, and considerately towards everyone you meet along the way. This applies especially on farm roads where winemakers, farmers, and foresters work even on weekends.
- Picnic & litter – Remember to take a garbage bag with you and take your waste home. Use only the furnished rest areas for breaks and picnics.
- Nature conservation – Stay on designated paths and avoid unnecessary noise when in nature. Leave the forest at the latest at dusk to not disturb the rhythm of nocturnal animals.
More info at www.pfalz.de/uffbasse
Author’s recommendation
A detour to the Lautermuschel on the Rhine near Neuburg or the Naturfreundehaus Kandel is worthwhile to refresh yourself for the onward journey.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
Forest bistro "Fun For Rest" in the AdventurePark KandelLautermuschel
Gasthaus "Zur alten Schmiede"
Gaststätte zur Braustube
Eisheisel
Friends of Nature House Bienwald
Koch's Restaurant
Hotel-Restaurant "Zum Riesen"
Safety information
Bike riding on farm roads – Our bike routes often run on paths shared with others. We therefore ask for considerate and friendly behaviour at all times. Winemakers, farmers, and foresters use these farm roads through fields, forests, and vineyards for their daily work – also on weekends. Work activities and/or weather conditions may occasionally cause the paths to be dirtier. Special care is also needed when crossing roads in and around Palatinate villages. Road closures and detours must be strictly observed.
Danger situations – If an emergency occurs, quick help is essential. Although mobile phones can send GPS signals, classic rescue points often work fastest. These are located at places easily accessible to emergency vehicles. Remember the points with green signs and a white cross. In emergencies, return there and give the number on the sign when calling for assistance. This way, rescuers know where to find you.
Tips and suggestions
Südpfalz-Tourismus Landkreis Germersheim e.V., Luitpoldplatz 1, 76726 Germersheim
Due to poor reception in the Bienwald, we recommend saving the route offline.
Roadbook
From Kandel train station, we follow the signposted Bienwald-Rheinauen route with the green-white-blue curved lines. The route is signposted in both directions, so it can be ridden either clockwise or counterclockwise. Both directions have their charm. Clockwise, the route runs from Kandel via Wörth am Rhein, Hagenbach, Neuburg am Rhein, Berg, Neulauterburg, Scheibenhardt, Büchelberg, Minfeld, and back to Kandel.
Wohnmobilstellplatz am Bahnhof
E-Bike-Ladestation am Bahnhof Kandel
Toilet at Kandel railway station
Barrierefreie Toilette im Bahnhof Kandel
Tourist Information Bienwaldregion Kandel
Refill-Station im Tourismusbüro in Kandel
Forest bistro "Fun For Rest" in the AdventurePark Kandel
Spielplatz am Schwanenweiher Kandel
Fun Forest Adventure Park Kandel
European Cultural Park Schwanenweiher
Ruheliege am Schwanenweiher
Radhaus Rödel GmbH
Kandel forest swimming pool
FOOTGOLF at Adamshof
Badepark Wörth
Refill-Station Tafel
Trinkbrunnen Bürgerpark
Refill-Station Rathaus
Skulpturengarten Wörth
Rad-Servicestation Hagenbach
Rheinaue-Museum
Lautermuschel
Schifffahrtsmuseum Neuburg
Gasthaus "Zur alten Schmiede"
Gästehaus Im Unnerdorf
Gaststätte zur Braustube
Ferienapartment Berg
Laurentiushof Büchelberg
Rastplatz Spielplatz Dörniggraben Minfeld
Spielplatz Jahnstr./Dörniggraben Minfeld
Eisheisel
Private Motorradsammlung Scholl
Heintz Winery
Schossberghof village market
Gästehaus Solana
Rest area and lounger at the Minfeld protestant church
Spielplatz Im Holderbusch Minfeld
Friends of Nature House Bienwald
Spielplatz am Naturfreundehaus Bienwald in Kandel
Bienwald nature reserve
AVAHOME Kandel
Spielplatz Nußbaumallee Kandel
Schafhaus mit Dampfnudeltor
Clean fountain Kandel
Trinkbrunnen am Saubrunnen
Rastplatz Im Krautgarten Kandel
Koch's Restaurant
Hotel-Restaurant "Zum Riesen"
Spielplatz Feuerbachstraße Kandel
Hotel Zur Pfalz
Public transport
Along the route, various train stations provide connections to local and long-distance public transport, including Kandel, Wörth am Rhein, Hagenbach, Neuburg, Berg.
Timetable info: via the DB travel information and in the DB Navigator app.
Bicycle transport is permitted in regional trains in the Palatinate (Rhein-Neckar transport association (VRN)) – on weekdays between 6 and 9 a.m. for a fee, otherwise free of charge. Passengers, strollers, and wheelchairs are given priority when space is limited.
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Directions
Take the A65 to Kandel Mitte (exit 21), then follow signs towards the center or train station.
Parking
Please park only in designated parking lots and always keep access routes clear for emergency vehicles as well as work paths in the forest and vineyards. For overnight stays with campers & caravans, there are explicitly designated motorhome parking spaces available here.
Free parking is available behind Kandel station. Additional parking is also available along the route in Wörth, Hagenbach, Neuburg am Rhein.
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
Equipment
For our bike routes, we recommend the following equipment as standard:
- (Touring) bike, on hillier routes more gears or electric assistance provide more comfort
- Bicycle helmet
- Bike-appropriate clothing, including for bad weather
- Bicycle bag, for storing equipment and provisions
- Sunglasses or protective glasses, also protect against insects
- Smartphone with the Rhineland-Palatinate App, for navigation and info on sights, dining options along the route, and more
- Essential tools and spare parts, possibly charging accessories for e-bikes
- Sunscreen, especially on routes through fields & vineyards
- Mosquito protection is recommended in summer
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
User Questions