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Thurnau

Welcome to Thurnau, a charming destination in the district of Kulmbach, Germany. This place is known for its picturesque landscape and historical sights.

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Attractions in Thurnau


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Bicycle Rides · Franconian Switzerland
Dancing Linden Bike Circular Route
Premium content Difficulty easy
Distance 30.5 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 342 m
Descent 342 m

Well-developed, scenically appealing route through the northern Franconian Switzerland to the dancing lindens in Peesten, Limmersdorf, and Langenstadt

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from Alisa Wiggers,   Outdooractive Premium
Bicycle Rides · Obermain.Jura
(KU) Thurnau Castle
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 36 km
Duration 2:40 h
Ascent 463 m
Descent 464 m

Varied route to Thurnau. After visiting the town and castle, we cycle to the dance lime tree in Peesten and return to Weismain with a view of the ...

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from HG Ostwinkel,   Community
Mountain Bike · Franconian Switzerland
MTB route, ups and downs around Thurnau
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 80.3 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 1,230 m
Descent 1,230 m

Scenic great route away from public roads with constant ups and downs. No trails.

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from Rainer Münch,   Community
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 34.4 km
Duration 2:26 h
Ascent 197 m
Descent 258 m

From Thurnau old train station car park, take the Main cycle route through the Limmersdorfer Forest to Langenstadt, Main cycle route to Melkendorf ...

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from heinz seyferth,   Community
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
Spring walk through Thurnau
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 4.7 km
Duration 1:15 h
Ascent 37 m
Descent 42 m

Walk through the idyllic Thurnau with St. Laurentius Church, castle, and castle pond.

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from Michael Brockelt,   Community
Mountain Bike · Franconian Switzerland
MTB route Thurnau-Magnusturm-Bärental-Görau
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 86.1 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 864 m
Descent 864 m

Nice circular route, mostly on forest and field paths. Short sections on lightly trafficked secondary roads. Short easy trails. Suitable for MTB or ...

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from Rainer Münch,   Community
Hiking Trail · Franconian Switzerland
Obernsees: Lindigweg
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 9.1 km
Duration 2:37 h
Ascent 217 m
Descent 217 m

Parking: At the church or the Kulturscheune Start and finish: Information board at the church in Obernsees Marking Blue Ring

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from Dieter Müller,   Community
Mountain Bike · Franconian Switzerland
Large MTB round trip Thurnau-Kulmbach region
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 78.8 km
Duration 4:45 h
Ascent 908 m
Descent 908 m

Challenging tour with magnificent views. Suitable for MTB or trekking bike. No trails.

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from Rainer Münch,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Franconian Switzerland
Section of the Main Cycle Path from Thurnau to Kulmbach
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 23.6 km
Duration 1:38 h
Ascent 99 m
Descent 214 m

20 km section of the Main Cycle Path from Thurnau to Kulmbach, one of the most beautiful cycle paths, the 20 km section to Kulmbach

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from heinz seyferth,   Community
Mountain Bike · Franconian Switzerland
MTB circular tour Thurnau-Schederndorf
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 81.3 km
Duration 4:45 h
Ascent 592 m
Descent 592 m

Beautiful circular route, mostly on bike paths, forest and field trails, partly on secondary roads with little traffic. Easily rideable with a MTB ...

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from Rainer Münch,   Community
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Geographically, Thurnau lies on the edge of the Franconian Switzerland-Veldenstein Forest Nature Park, surrounded by green hills and forests. The town itself has a rich history dating back to the 12th century.

Sights relevant to tourism include Thurnau Castle with its impressive baroque garden and the 14th century town church of St. Laurentius with its beautiful stained glass windows and frescoes.

Cultural highlights include the annual castle festival and various concerts and theatre performances at the Kulturforum Alte Mühle.

For culinary delights, visit the local brewery or try regional specialities such as Franconian bratwurst or beer bread at the weekly market.

Outdoors, there are numerous activities to enjoy: Hiking through the nearby forests in autumn, cycling along the Main cycle path in summer or skiing on the surrounding slopes in winter - there is always something to do!

Even if the weather is bad, you don't have to stay idle - the Museum Industriekultur displays interesting exhibits on the industrial development of the region or you can visit one of the cosy cafés in the old town to relax.

Overall, Thurnau is a destination that is definitely worth a visit. With its historical sights, cultural highlights and diverse outdoor activities, it offers something for everyone. Come by and discover for yourself where Thurnau is at its best!

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Reviews

  • April 29, 2021
    Christoph Zwölfer
    April 28, 2021
    Schöne, ruhige Tour, abseits von jeglichem Verkehr. Jederzeit auch gut mit einem Trekkingbike machbar. Wir sind in Heubsch eingestiegen, haben die erste Pause am Magnus-Turm, die zweite in Schederndorf und die letzte auf dem Görauer Anger gemacht. Ideal, weil man dann mit "vollem Bauch" nur noch ein paar Kilometer runterrollen muss.
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    Photo: Christoph Zwölfer, Community
    Photo: Christoph Zwölfer, Community
    Photo: Christoph Zwölfer, Community
    Photo: Christoph Zwölfer, Community
    Photo: Christoph Zwölfer, Community
    Photo: Christoph Zwölfer, Community
    Written April 29, 2021
  • May 17, 2020
    Bernhard Böhm
    May 17, 2020
    Schöne, abwechslungsreiche Runde.
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    Written May 17, 2020
  • May 31, 2019
    m g
    Tolle Tour.
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    Photo: m g, Community
    Photo: m g, Community
    Written May 31, 2019
  • April 30, 2017
    jens taubert
    April 30, 2017
    sehr schöne Runde, viel Natur, keine Autos, sinnvolle Verteilung der Höhenmeter, grandiose Aussichten. vielen Dank an Rainer Münch von 4 Vogtländern
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    Written April 30, 2017

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