On just under 100 km, we discover Germany’s second largest wine-growing region and experience the sun-drenched Palatinate at its finest. The cycle path runs the entire length along the western edge of the Rhine plain and crosses many valleys of the streams from the Palatinate Forest. This results in a constant up and down with partly short and steep summits. Countless vintners’ farms welcome cyclists with open gates.
Gentle wine country, lush orchards, the Palatinate Forest with quiet valleys and murmuring streams, and a Mediterranean climate – this is what the German Wine Route offers. Germany’s first wine tourism route begins in the north at Bockenheim (near Worms) and ends after about 85 km at the French border in Schweigen. From Maikammer to Schweigen, this section is also called the Southern Wine Route.
The wine gives the landscape its very special character. Here the attractions of the Palatinate Forest combine with the vineyards, as well as numerous castles and palaces – Hambach Castle, Wachtenburg, Neuleiningen Castle, Trifels, Villa Ludwigshöhe Palace, to name just a few. In small cozy wine taverns, but also modern wine shops, the vintners show their skills. You should also try the typical Palatinate specialties: stuffed pig’s stomach (Saumagen), liver dumplings, white asparagus. Gourmets will also be pleased. Countless wine festivals offer guests the opportunity to convince themselves of the quality of the wines and to get to know the open, cheerful Palatinate people.
UFFBASSE! – Campaign for considerate coexistence in nature
Be considerate on the move – Always behave in a foresighted, friendly, and considerate manner toward everyone you meet on the way. This applies especially to farm tracks where vintners, farmers, and foresters also work at weekends. Picnic & rubbish – Remember a rubbish bag for the journey and take waste back home with you. Use only furnished rest areas for breaks & picnics. Nature conservation – Stay on the designated paths and avoid unnecessary noise when you are in nature. Leave the forest by dusk at the latest to avoid disturbing the rhythm of nocturnal animals.
More information at www.pfalz.de/uffbasse
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