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Pirna to Heidenau Road Loop
A road cycling route starting from Dohna
Experience the scenic beauty of Pirna and Heidenau on this road cycling adventure.
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This road cycling route takes you on a loop from Pirna to Heidenau, covering a distance of 47 kilometers with an ascent of 636 meters. Suitable for well-trained amateurs, this route provides a mix of smooth road surfaces, charming towns, and picturesque landscapes. Highlights along the route include Pirna, known for its well-preserved historical buildings, Königsnase with its panoramic views of the Elbe Valley, and Heidenau, a town famous for its vibrant cultural scene and annual street festival. With a moderate difficulty level, this route offers a rewarding cycling experience through the scenic beauty of the region.
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Start: Heidenau City centerDohna: Unforgettable rides in Dresden, Germany.
Dohna, located in Dresden, Germany, offers a picturesque cycling experience amidst stunning natural beauty. The locality is situated in a region abundant with rolling hills, meandering rivers, and dense forests, providing a diverse terrain for cyclists to explore. Cyclists can indulge in beautiful rides through charming villages, passing by historical landmarks and architectural gems. While not particularly famous for any climbs, Dohna offers scenic routes with varying intensity levels, suitable for both leisurely rides and challenging training sessions. With its captivating landscapes and cyclist-friendly infrastructure, Dohna is a hidden gem for cyclists visiting the Dresden area.5 km
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PirnaTownPirna is a historic town nestled on the banks of the Elbe River, known for its beautifully preserved Renaissance buildings and charming old town center.
9 km
9 km
KönigsnaseViewpointKönigsnase is a popular viewpoint offering breathtaking panoramas of the Elbe Valley and the surrounding forests.
19 km
19 km
LangenhennersdorfVillageLangenhennersdorf is a picturesque village dotted with traditional Saxon timber-framed houses, providing a glimpse into the region's architectural heritage.
27 km
27 km
Bügeleisen406 mPeakBügeleisen is a small hill known for its distinctive iron-shaped rock formations, making it a unique natural landmark.
37 km
37 km
Steinberg278 mPeakSteinberg is a scenic vantage point overlooking the Elbe River, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
47 km
47 km
HeidenauTownHeidenau is a vibrant town known for its lively cultural scene, featuring art galleries, theaters, and a thriving music scene.
47 km
47 km
Finish: Heidenau City centerDohna: Unforgettable rides in Dresden, Germany.
Cycling routes from Dohna:
Mountainous Loop through Dippoldiswalde and Freiberg Gravel Adventure through Loschwitz and Pirna Scenic Gravel Loop around Dohna and Müglitztal Hilly Road Adventure through Heidenau and Hohnstein Maxen Circular Road Route Dresden-Maxen Road Route Glashütte Gravel Loop Kreischa-Saxony Road Adventure The Hills of Dohna Pirna to Dohma Gravel Adventure Pirna to Heidenau Road Loop Dohna to Biensdorf Gravel Ride Pirna to Dohna Epic Road Cycling Zschertnitz to Kleinzschachwitz Road Ride
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Heidenau](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dresden/heidenau-2.webp)
![Image of Pirna](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dresden/pirna-5.webp)
![Image of Pillnitz](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dresden/pillnitz-4.webp)
![Image of Leuben](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dresden/leuben-5.webp)
![Image of Dohma](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dresden/dohma-5.webp)
![Image of Kreischa](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dresden/kreischa-3.webp)
![Image of Reinhardtsgrimma](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dresden/reinhardtsgrimma-2.webp)
![Image of Bannewitz](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dresden/bannewitz-4.webp)
![Image of Lohmen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dresden/lohmen-4.webp)