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Road Route to Hanau and Seligenstadt
A road cycling route starting from Messel
Experience the beauty of Hanau and the tranquil riverside town of Seligenstadt along this road cycling route.
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This road cycling route provides a longer distance of 86 kilometers with a moderate ascent of 280 meters. It is well-suited for experienced cyclists looking to explore interesting cultural spots and enjoy scenic views along the way. The epicness rating for this route is 4.
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86 km
280 m
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Start: Messel Village centerMessel: Cycling through history in Darmstadt
Messel is a town located in the Darmstadt region of Germany. As a cyclist, you'll find a mix of road and gravel cycling routes that take you through the scenic landscapes surrounding the town. The area is known for the Messel Pit Fossil Site, a UNESCO World Heritage site, which offers unique cycling experiences with opportunities to learn about ancient ecosystems. Due to its diverse terrain and cultural significance, Messel is a fascinating locality for road and gravel cyclists.11 km
11 km
DietzenbachTownTake a break in Dietzenbach and stroll through the vibrant city center.
12 km
12 km
Steinberg152 mPeakMake a detour to Steinberg and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of this nature reserve.
32 km
32 km
HanauCityVisit Hanau, the birthplace of the Grimm brothers and enjoy its rich architectural heritage.
48 km
48 km
Uferpromenade "Leinpfad"ViewpointExplore the Uferpromenade Leinpfad, a stunning riverside promenade in Hanau.
49 km
49 km
GroßauheimTownPass through Großauheim and experience the idyllic atmosphere of this small town.
57 km
57 km
SeligenstadtTownDiscover Seligenstadt, known for its impressive abbey and well-preserved medieval old town.
78 km
78 km
EppertshausenVillageCycle through Eppertshausen, offering captivating landscapes and charming historic sights.
86 km
86 km
Finish: Messel Village centerMessel: Cycling through history in Darmstadt
Cycling routes from Messel:
Road Route to Ober-Ramstadt and Darmstadt Challenging Route with Historic Sites Gravel Route to Groß-Zimmern Gravel Adventure through Hessen Meadows Exploring Grube Messel and Lorsch Abbey Gravel Route to Mühlheim am Main Gravel Route to Eppertshausen Road Route to Hanau and Seligenstadt Countryside Gravel Adventure Messel and the Bergfried Gravel Adventure to Messeler Höhe Watzbuckel and Groß-Gerau Loop
Cycling routes nearby:
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![Image of Egelsbach](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/darmstadt/egelsbach-2.webp)
![Image of Erzhausen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/darmstadt/erzhausen-3.webp)
![Image of Eppertshausen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/darmstadt/eppertshausen-4.webp)
![Image of Dietzenbach](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/darmstadt/dietzenbach-4.webp)
![Image of Dieburg](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/darmstadt/dieburg-5.webp)
![Image of Roßdorf](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/darmstadt/rossdorf-4.webp)
![Image of Groß-Zimmern](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/darmstadt/gross-zimmern-3.webp)
![Image of Darmstadt](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/darmstadt/darmstadt-5.webp)