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Merkendorf

Welcome to Merkendorf, a charming little town in the heart of Germany. As a destination, Merkendorf is definitely worth a visit and offers its visitors numerous opportunities for an unforgettable stay.

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Attractions in Merkendorf


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recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 183.7 km
Duration 12:45 h
Ascent 692 m
Descent 692 m

Magnificently historic and natural: The West circular route of 183 kilometers starting from Wassertrüdingen also becomes a journey into the past – ...

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from AG Fränkischer WasserRadweg,   Fränkischer WasserRadweg
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 144.8 km
Duration 10:05 h
Ascent 511 m
Descent 506 m

With a desire for more – the lake route starting from Dennenloher See promises what its name holds. Cyclists feel a great sense of freedom at five ...

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from AG Fränkischer WasserRadweg,   Fränkischer WasserRadweg
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 314.4 km
Duration 22:08 h
Ascent 549 m
Descent 439 m

From the Aisch valley to the Main-Danube Canal to Zirndorf and from there along the Bibert Valley cycle path to Ansbach. From Ansbach then into ...

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from Alois Kotzer,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Frankenhöhe
Round trip from Ansbach to the Altmühl
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 93.5 km
Duration 5:20 h
Ascent 226 m
Descent 226 m

A nice route via Wolframs-Eschenbach to the Altmühlsee, following the Altmühl upstream to Leutershausen and then back to Ansbach over some hills ...

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from Heiner Frauenfeld,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 25.3 km
Duration 1:44 h
Ascent 253 m
Descent 246 m

A small cycling route from Wolframs-Eschenbach to the Altmühlsee, and back through forests

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from Uwe Scheinpflug,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 32.7 km
Duration 1:20 h
Ascent 122 m
Descent 115 m

From Wolframs-Eschenbach via Weidenbach and Bechhofen to Dennenlohe

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from AG Fränkischer WasserRadweg,   Fränkischer WasserRadweg
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 20.3 km
Duration 5:10 h
Ascent 174 m
Descent 201 m

Route 7 of the Trimmclub Weitersdorf on 25.04.2009 Lunch: Alte Vogtei in Wolframs-Eschenbach

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from Trimmclub Weitersdorf,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.6 km
Duration 4:12 h
Ascent 127 m
Descent 77 m

Start: Windsbach Station Destination: Triesdorf Station

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from Dieter Müller,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Frankenhöhe
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Distance 83.2 km
Duration 5:40 h
Ascent 270 m
Descent 273 m

From Bechhofen via Muhr am See, Windsbach, and Wolframs-Eschenbach, and back again

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from Steffen Seiffert,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Franconian Lake District
Wolframs-Eschenbach on 4.7. 2023
Difficulty
Distance 30.6 km
Duration 2:05 h
Ascent 37 m
Descent 38 m

Streudorf - Altmühl feeder - Ornbau - Altmühl - St. Jakobus - St. Jobst - Hirschlach - Heglau - Merkendorf - War memorial - Local history museum - ...

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from Werner Pawelczyk,   Community
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Geographically, Merkendorf is located in the region of Middle Franconia and is surrounded by picturesque hills. The town itself is characterised by its well-preserved 17th century old town, which invites you to stroll around with its half-timbered houses and narrow alleys.

Touristically relevant are above all the historical sights such as Merkendorf Castle or the Old Town Hall, which today serves as a museum. Cultural highlights also include regular concerts or theatre performances at the local cultural centre.

For culinary delights, there are numerous restaurants and cafés serving traditional Franconian specialities - here you can look forward to hearty dishes such as pork knuckle or bratwurst!

In summer, the green meadows around Merkendorf invite you to outdoor activities such as hiking or cycling. The nearby lake also invites you to swim. In winter, on the other hand, skiing in the nearby mountains is an ideal leisure activity.

If it ever rains, you can visit the local history museum, for example, or explore one of the many cosy cafés.

The most beautiful place, however, is undoubtedly Merkendorf's market square, where you can watch the hustle and bustle of the locals and let yourself be enchanted by the charm of the little town.

Overall, Merkendorf is a destination with a lot of potential for an unforgettable stay. Anyone looking for an authentic Franconian experience away from large crowds of tourists should definitely consider a visit to this idyllic town.

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