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The Ultimate Adventure
A road cycling route starting from Xanten
Embark on an epic road cycling adventure through diverse landscapes and picturesque villages.
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Get ready for the ultimate road cycling adventure starting from Xanten. This 134 km route offers a challenging yet rewarding experience, taking you through stunning landscapes, historic towns, and charming villages. Highlights Along the way, highlights include the Monreberg, offering breathtaking views over the Rhine River and surrounding meadows, and Kalkar, a picturesque town with medieval architecture. As you continue your journey, you'll pass the Alter Fähranleger, a historic ferry port, and the vibrant town of Bocholt. With various climbs and descents, including the famous Lichtenvoorde, this route is recommended for experienced cyclists looking for a thrilling challenge.
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Start: Xanten City centerXanten: Discover diverse cycling routes and conquer the challenging climb at Himmel & Ääd Hoog.
Xanten is a vibrant city in Düsseldorf, Germany. From a cyclist's perspective, Xanten offers diverse cycling routes suitable for both road and gravel cyclists. Cyclists can explore scenic countryside roads, follow the Rhine River, or venture into the nearby forests. A well-known cycling spot near Xanten is the 'Himmel & Ääd Hoog', a challenging climb that rewards cyclists with panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Additionally, Xanten hosts the 'Niederrhein Giro', a popular annual cycling event. With its varied routes and cycling events, Xanten provides an exciting cycling experience for all.13 km
13 km
Monreberg70 mPeakClimb the Monreberg and admire stunning views of the Rhine River winding through beautiful meadows.
15 km
15 km
KalkarTownExplore Kalkar, a quaint town with charming medieval architecture and a picturesque old town.
30 km
30 km
Alter FähranlegerViewpointVisit the Alter Fähranleger, a historic ferry port along the Rhine River with picturesque views.
39 km
39 km
LengelVillagePass by Lengel, a small village known for its traditional timber-framed houses and peaceful atmosphere.
48 km
48 km
WijnbergenVillageExperience the beauty of Wijnbergen, a charming Dutch town with historic architecture and scenic landscapes.
57 km
57 km
ZelhemVillageDiscover Zelhem, a picturesque village nestled amidst green fields and rolling hills.
78 km
78 km
LichtenvoordeTownExplore the vibrant town of Lichtenvoorde, famous for its colorful parade during the flower festival.
95 km
95 km
BocholtTownMarvel at the modern architecture and panoramic views from the Dachterrasse Skylounge in Bocholt.
97 km
97 km
Dachterrasse SkyloungeViewpointCycle through the charming town of Lichtenvoorde and enjoy its delightful atmosphere.
119 km
119 km
WeselTownStop by Wesel, a historic city with a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant waterfront.
133 km
133 km
Fürstenberg75 mPeakExperience the natural beauty of Fürstenberg, a small village nestled on the banks of the Rhine River.
134 km
134 km
XantenTownBegin your adventure in the historic city of Xanten, known for its archaeological park and ancient Roman ruins.
134 km
134 km
Finish: Xanten City centerXanten: Discover diverse cycling routes and conquer the challenging climb at Himmel & Ääd Hoog.
Cycling routes from Xanten:
Riverside Delights Vynen and Xanten Loop Bislicher Insel and Xanten Adventure The Ultimate Adventure Labbeck and Emmerich Adventure Through the Landscapes The Xanten Gravel The Scenic Road Sonsbeck and Weeze Scenic Ride Xanten and Anholt Grand Tour Rhein-Radweg: Nature and Heritage Tour Lower Rhine Loop: Nature and Cultural Delights Gateway to Niederrhein: Nature and Cultural Fusion Castles and Marshes: Exploring the Lower Rhine Region
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Sonsbeck](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dusseldorf/sonsbeck-5.webp)
![Image of Alpen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dusseldorf/alpen-4.webp)
![Image of Mehrhoog](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dusseldorf/mehrhoog-5.webp)
![Image of Wesel](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dusseldorf/wesel-4.webp)
![Image of Rees](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dusseldorf/rees-5.webp)
![Image of Uedem](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dusseldorf/uedem-4.webp)
![Image of Hamminkeln](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dusseldorf/hamminkeln-5.webp)
![Image of Issum](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dusseldorf/issum-5.webp)
![Image of Kalkar](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/dusseldorf/kalkar-4.webp)