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Gravel Tour through Schwetzingen to Heidelberg and beyond
A gravel cycling route starting from Ketsch
A gravel adventure through beautiful towns and landscapes
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This gravel route takes you through the picturesque town of Schwetzingen with its stunning palace gardens. As you journey towards Heidelberg, you'll pass through Heddesheim and Steinberg, where you can enjoy scenic views. Further along the route, you'll reach Wilhelmsfeld, known for its charming village center. The ascent to Heiligenberg offers breathtaking panoramic views. In Heidelberg, you can explore the historic city center and visit iconic landmarks like the Heidelberg Castle. The route continues to Oftersheim, passing through the peaceful countryside of Karlsruhe. Overall, this tour offers a mix of historical sites, natural beauty, and peaceful rural landscapes.
gravel
65 km
768 m
Tough
Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Ketsch Village centerKetsch: Cycling Adventure in Karlsruhe
Ketsch, located in Karlsruhe, Germany, is a cyclist-friendly locality with a variety of cycling opportunities. The region offers both flat and hilly terrain, making it suitable for both casual rides and more challenging training sessions. Ketsch is also close to the Rhine Cycle Route, a popular long-distance cycling trail that follows the River Rhine. With its cyclist-friendly infrastructure and diverse terrain, Ketsch provides an enjoyable experience for road and gravel cyclists of all levels.4 km
4 km
SchwetzingenTownExplore the impressive Schwetzingen Palace and its stunning gardens
20 km
20 km
HeddesheimVillageMarvel at the beauty of Heddesheim's landscape during your ride
31 km
31 km
Steinberg428 mPeakEnjoy the scenic views while passing through Steinberg
38 km
38 km
WilhelmsfeldVillageExperience the charming village of Wilhelmsfeld
46 km
46 km
Heiligenberg439 mPeakClimb to Heiligenberg and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views
49 km
49 km
HeidelbergCityExplore the historic city of Heidelberg and visit its famous castle
60 km
60 km
OftersheimVillageDiscover Oftersheim's peaceful countryside
65 km
65 km
Finish: Ketsch Village centerKetsch: Cycling Adventure in Karlsruhe
Cycling routes from Ketsch:
Oftersheim Loop Eppelheim Adventure Altlußheim-Pfalz-Landau Loop Walldorf-Ubstadt Dettenheim Circuit Air Base Circuit Gravel Tour through Schwetzingen to Heidelberg and beyond Road Cycling to Heidelberg and Sinsheim Gravel Adventure through Ehrenfriedhof and Wallenberg Scenic Gravel Route from Schwetzingen to Oftersheim Challenging Gravel Tour from Schwetzingen to Königstuhl Hockenheim, Waghäusel, Altlußheim Circuit Brühl, Edinger Rodelhügel, Eppelheim, Schwetzingen Loop
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Brühl](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/karlsruhe/bruhl-4.webp)
![Image of Oftersheim](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/karlsruhe/oftersheim-5.webp)
![Image of Schwetzingen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/karlsruhe/schwetzingen-4.webp)
![Image of Hockenheim](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/karlsruhe/hockenheim-5.webp)
![Image of Plankstadt](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/karlsruhe/plankstadt-5.webp)
![Image of Otterstadt](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/rheinhessen-pfalz/otterstadt-4.webp)
![Image of Waldsee](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/rheinhessen-pfalz/waldsee-2.webp)
![Image of Altlußheim](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/karlsruhe/altlussheim-4.webp)
![Image of Neulußheim](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/karlsruhe/neulussheim-5.webp)