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The Mountain Challenge
A gravel cycling route starting from Maeder
Take on the mountain challenge in Vorarlberg's rugged terrains
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The Mountain Challenge is a thrilling round-trip cycling route that takes you through the rugged terrains of Vorarlberg's mountains. With a total distance of 95 kilometers and an ascent of 3183 meters, this route is suitable for experienced riders looking for a challenging adventure. The highlights along the route include Hohenems, a scenic town with panoramic views, Karren, a mountain known for its stunning vistas, Hangköpfle, a challenging climb with rewarding views, Mellau, a picturesque village in the mountains, Faschinajoch, a legendary climb with breathtaking scenery, Damüls, a scenic location with mesmerizing landscapes, Alpwegkopf, a challenging mountain pass, Laterns-Thal, a scenic location with beautiful nature, Götzis, a historic town with traditional Swiss houses, and Kummenberg, a hill with panoramic views. Each highlight is scored based on its attractiveness, with scores ranging from 4 to 5.