Our morning briefing promises a shorter day, cycling out of Schöntal following the River Jagst...
...a couple of stiff climbs then undulating terrain until we reach our destination, Rothenberg, a fortified medieval town.
The morning was cooler at a pleasant 24 'C.
Brew stop at 13 miles...
...lunch at 29 miles, a climb up to Bartenstein (or Beard Stone).
The morning was virtually traffic free, following an outstanding quality, undulating, meandering cycle path.
Although mostly rural farm land, we would also pass by minor industrial estates, a green cycle sign marking the way.
The River Jagst. Here my rudimentary O'level German was tested to the limit as a local quizzed me about our journey.
Like the scarecrow in the Wizard of Oz, a voice from the field called me...
...a weird apparition on a hay-bail!
Sumptuous, rolling fields...
...and a fairytale church.
Chopped wood was meticulously stacked...
...villages beautifully kept.
Mostly farming now.
These sun-facing sunflowers were planted on the edge of a field containing a crop.
The shorter ride allowed lots of stops for photos, a leisurely lunch...
...and afternoon ice coffees!
Cameras...
...to capture our entrance to this medieval town.
Rothenberg is an amazingly well-preserved fortified city.
After a climb up into the city...
...we arrived at our destination and hotel. "Lazy day" tomorrow with a 2nd night also in Rothenburg (except for two of our group who will take a circular trip).
I'm looking forward to a lie in and a leisurely breakfast!
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