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Historic Villages of Hessia


A road cycling route starting from Muenzenberg

Travel through charming historic villages in Hessia

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This cycling route will take you through picturesque historic villages in Hessia, Germany. You will ride through Leihgestern, Gießen, Lützelberg, Rote Mark, Allendorf (Lumda), Reiskirchen, Platte, Kloster Arnsburg, and Östlicher Bergfried. The route includes a total ascent of 779 meters and covers a distance of 84 kilometers. It is suitable for road bikes.

road
84 km
779 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Münzenberg City center
Münzenberg: Enjoy countryside cycling and explore Münzenburg Castle in Münzenberg.
Münzenberg is a German locality in the Darmstadt region. From a cyclist's perspective, it offers charming countryside scenery and access to nearby nature reserves. The area features rolling hills and quiet roads, making it suitable for both leisurely rides and more challenging training routes. Münzenberg itself is home to the Münzenburg Castle, a popular tourist attraction that adds historical and cultural interest to the locality. While it may not have any famous climbs, Münzenberg offers a cyclist-friendly environment surrounded by scenic landscapes. With its combination of history, nature, and cycling routes, Münzenberg is a recommended destination for road and gravel cyclists.
LeihgesternSub-urb
Visit Leihgestern, an old village with timber-framed houses and a beautiful church.
GießenTown
Explore Gießen, a charming town with a historic university.
Lützelberg276 mPeak
Climb up Lützelberg for panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
Rote Mark251 mPeak
Pass by Rote Mark, a nature reserve with unique flora and fauna.
Allendorf (Lumda)Town
Discover Allendorf (Lumda) and its historical buildings, such as the old town hall.
ReiskirchenTown
Ride through the rural landscapes of Reiskirchen, surrounded by fields and meadows.
Platte246 mPeak
Stop at Platte for a break and enjoy the view from the observation tower.
Kloster ArnsburgHamlet
Visit Kloster Arnsburg, a former Cistercian monastery with impressive architecture.
Östlicher BergfriedViewpoint
Make a detour to Östlicher Bergfried and explore the ruins of Münzenberg Castle.
Finish: Münzenberg City center
Münzenberg: Enjoy countryside cycling and explore Münzenburg Castle in Münzenberg.

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Rockenberg

Cycle through scenic German landscapes in Rockenberg.

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Wölfersheim

Pedal through scenic landscapes in Wölfersheim, Darmstadt.

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Södel

Discover the beauty of Södel while cycling in the Darmstadt region.

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Berstadt

Experience the natural beauty of Berstadt in the Darmstadt region.

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Butzbach

Butzbach: Discover the beauty of picturesque routes and conquer the challenging slopes of Feldberg.

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Lich

Enjoy a leisurely cycling trip through the scenic landscapes of Lich!

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Hungen

Exploring scenic roads and conquering challenging climbs in Hungen.

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Bad Nauheim

Wellness and cycling harmony in Darmstadt

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Ober-Mörlen

Cycling through the tranquil countryside of Darmstadt.