Ueda Castle and Bessho Onsen Historical Loop

Ueda Shioda Plain
cycling route data

A relaxing route that starts at Ueda Castle and takes you through the scenic area to Bessho Onsen, perfect for combining a bit of history with a hot spring visit.

Stop at Zenzanji temple after a short climb and refresh with the view on Shiodadaira plain and sweets at Beans cafe Enjyu. Then head to Bessho Onsen, where you can take a hot spring bath either at Aisome no Yu or one of local public baths.

Highlights

Historical sights

Hot Spring

  • Bessho Onsen Aisome no Yu
  • Bessho Onsen Ishi Yu (Stone Bath)
  • Bessho Onsen Daishi Yu
  • Bessho Onsen Aisome no Yu

Cafe & Restaurants

sweets at Beans cafe Enjyu in Ueda

Try a delicious dessert with the view on the Shiodadaira plain at Beans Cafe Enjyu.

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