Mescherheide Gravel Adventure

A gravel cycling route starting from Richelle

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Embark on a thrilling gravel adventure through Mescherheide lookout tower.

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This route takes you on a gravel adventure through the scenic landscapes near Richelle. With a total distance of 75 km and an ascent of 898 meters, this is a challenging yet rewarding ride. The highlight of the route is the Mescherheide lookout tower, offering panoramic views of the surrounding area. Along the way, you will also encounter other attractions such as Herkenrade, De Hut, Gulperberg, Lemiers, Vaalserberg, Heimansgroeve, Schilberg, and Château Le Borcht. This combination of natural and cultural highlights makes this route both challenging and exciting, perfect for avid gravel cyclists.

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75 km

898 m

Tough

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Start: Richelle Village center

Richelle: Challenging climbs and charming riverside rides.

Richelle, situated in the Prov. Liège region of Belgium, offers a great cycling experience. The area boasts a variety of scenic routes, from flatlands to hilly terrains. Cyclists can enjoy the beauty of the Meuse River and picturesque villages along the way. The well-known Rocourt climb, featured in the Classic Liège–Bastogne–Liège race, is just a short distance away. Richelle provides a great mix of challenging climbs and enjoyable rides, making it a favorite destination for road and gravel cyclists.