Schirnding: Cycling Routes and Border History

Cross-Border Cycling

The Bavaria-Bohemia Bridge Cycle Route runs from Fichtelberg via Tröstau, Wunsiedel, Thiersheim and Selb. Near Schirnding, the route crosses the border and continues to the Czech town of Aš. The sequence of named places makes crossing the border part of the tour: if you are looking for a cross-border cycling route, you can include Schirnding as a stop along the way.

The section of the Eger Cycle Route near Fischern, in the Schirnding area, that was opened to public cycling is 529 metres long and paved. Here, a specific section is described by its length and surface; the Bridge Cycle Route, by contrast, focuses on a series of places and crossing the border. These offer different points of reference for your planning: a route as far as the Czech Republic or a clearly defined section of cycle route.

Customs History and Border Museum

The history of Schirndinger Pass dates back to the 18th century, when customs officers were already working there. In 1833, the customs office was elevated to the status of a main customs office. The Bavarian Border Museum Schirnding opened at its new premises at Hauptstraße 15 on 5 August 2023. Its exhibition presents the history of the Federal Border Guard; original equipment and historical uniforms give a sense of everyday life at the border.

This gives you two different perspectives on border history: the former customs administration at the pass, and the exhibition on the Federal Border Guard, its equipment and uniforms. For those interested in cultural history, institutional history and tangible objects complement each other here. These themes also make Schirnding an interesting choice if you want to include a historical focus alongside a cycling trip when planning your stay.

Village Market in August

The Schirnding Village Market takes place on the last Saturday in August. Please check the date of upcoming markets before your trip. At the market held on 29 August 2026, attractions and stalls selling regional products, handicrafts and treats were spread throughout the village centre. The market offers a different focus from the cycling route and museum: the emphasis is on a specific event day and products from the region.

If the village market is the reason for your trip, plan around the confirmed date for the relevant year. This lets you include the market as a key part of your itinerary without assuming that offerings from a past market will be available at the next one. Cycling and border history offer further themes for your stay.

Choose the Right Time to Travel

When choosing a holiday apartment in Schirnding, you can start by considering what you want your stay to focus on. For cycling, your plans might include anything from the sequence of places along the Bridge Cycle Route to the specifically identified section of the Eger Cycle Route; for cultural history, the focus is on customs history and the border museum. If you are travelling mainly for the village market, the date is what matters. These options can help you match your travel dates to the mix of activities, history and events you want.

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