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Taunus Castle Tour

A gravel cycling route starting from Koenigstein im Taunus

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Explore ancient castles and stunning viewpoints in the Taunus mountains

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Embark on a thrilling gravel adventure through the Taunus mountains, visiting ancient castles and enjoying breathtaking views. This 66-kilometer route offers challenging climbs and rewarding descents, making it perfect for adventurous cyclists.

gravel
66 km
1330 m
Tough
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Highlights on the route

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Start: Königstein im Taunus City center
Königstein im Taunus: Cycling adventures in the Taunus mountains
Königstein im Taunus in Darmstadt, Germany is a cyclist-friendly locality with a mix of road and off-road cycling options. The region offers diverse routes that cater to all skill levels. Cyclists can explore the beautiful Taunus mountain range, which features both challenging climbs and thrilling descents. Königstein im Taunus is also home to the Fairy Tale Route, a popular tourist attraction that offers a unique cycling experience. With its cycling infrastructure and picturesque landscapes, Königstein im Taunus is a great destination for cyclists.
8 km
8 km
EhlhaltenVillage
Ehlhalten, a charming village with half-timbered houses and traditional German architecture
11 km
11 km
Großer Lindenkopf499 mPeak
Großer Lindenkopf, a scenic viewpoint offering stunning vistas of the Taunus region
16 km
16 km
Heidekopf430 mPeak
Heidekopf, a peaceful hilltop with tranquil meadows and wildflower landscapes
23 km
23 km
WörsdorfVillage
Wörsdorf, a picturesque village surrounded by rolling hills and scenic countryside
33 km
33 km
ErbachVillage
Erbach, a historic town with a beautiful castle and charming streets
43 km
43 km
Stückelberg510 mPeak
Stückelberg, an ancient hill offering panoramic views of the Taunus mountains
52 km
52 km
SeelenbergVillage
Seelenberg, a tranquil forest with serene paths and nature trails
59 km
59 km
Glaskopf687 mPeak
Glaskopf, a stunning viewpoint with breathtaking vistas of the surrounding natural landscapes
66 km
66 km
PulverturmViewpoint
Pulverturm, a medieval tower that was once part of the Königstein Castle
66 km
66 km
Burgruine KönigsteinCastle
Burgruine Königstein, a medieval castle ruin overlooking the picturesque town of Königstein
66 km
66 km
Finish: Königstein im Taunus City center
Königstein im Taunus: Cycling adventures in the Taunus mountains

Cycling routes from Koenigstein im Taunus:

Off-Road Adventure in Taunus Taunus Road Adventure Taunus Castle Tour Taunus Gravel Adventure Taunus Hills Adventure The Taunus Heights Loop Historic Tour around Taunus Cycling Through Historic Villages Frankfurt to Taunus Loop Scenic Tour through Taunus Mountains 

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