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Merkendorf Town Gate – Ornbau loop from Wolframs-Eschenbach

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Merkendorf Town Gate – Ornbau loop from Wolframs-Eschenbach

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Merkendorf Town Gate – Ornbau loop from Wolframs-Eschenbach

01:02

17.6km

80m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

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136 m

Wolframs-Eschenbach town wall

Highlight • Monument

The rubble stone wall was started around 1332-1360. Only partially does a street run along the wall on the inside, the largest part is built up on the inside with houses reaching up to the wall.

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3.08 km

Historic Old Town of Merkendorf

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A completely preserved city wall from the 14th century with eight city wall towers and three city gates is a testimony to an eventful history. A special gem is the historic old town with the beautiful town hall from the 15th century and the lifelike herb fountain. In the local history museum in the tithe barn you will find an extensive local history collection.

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3.17 km

Merkendorf Town Gate

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Part of the city fortifications in Merkendorf.

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8.44 km

Ornbau Market Square with crocheted lace

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In Ornbau, we noticed crocheted lace doilies and blankets stretched across the streets. This is apparently an artistic initiative by the city following the motto "Slow Art instead of Fast Fashion"! The lace fits perfectly with the ambiance of the old town and is a striking example of how art doesn't have to be elitist, but can also come from everyday life. Many older citizens, in particular, have contributed significantly to this decoration.
Great respect for such a creative community project!

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8.63 km

Ornbau

Highlight • Bridge

Ornbau is a small town on the Altmühl. The medieval buildings that can be seen here, such as the stone bridge in front of the city gate, make Ornbau a typical Franconian town.

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