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Rügen and Usedom Island Gravel Cycling
A gravel cycling route starting from Karlshagen
Explore the stunning Rügen and Usedom Islands on this challenging gravel cycling route.
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Rügen and Usedom are two of the most beautiful islands in Germany, known for their picturesque landscapes and charming seaside towns. This gravel cycling route takes you through the heart of these islands, offering stunning coastal views, dense forests, and charming villages along the way. With a total distance of 96 kilometers and an ascent of 434 meters, this route is suitable for experienced riders who enjoy a mix of challenging climbs and scenic respite. The highlights of this route include Koserow, a quaint coastal town known for its beautiful sandy beaches; Streckelsberg, a picturesque cliff with breathtaking views of the Baltic Sea; and the historic Anklamer Tor, a medieval gate that once served as one of the entrances to the city of Usedom.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from Karlshagen:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Kröslin](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/mecklenburg-vorpommern/kroeslin-3.webp)
![Image of Ostseebad Zinnowitz](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/mecklenburg-vorpommern/ostseebad-zinnowitz-3.webp)
![Image of Wolgast](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/mecklenburg-vorpommern/wolgast-5.webp)
![Image of Koserow](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/mecklenburg-vorpommern/koserow-4.webp)
![Image of Lubmin](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/mecklenburg-vorpommern/lubmin-5.webp)
![Image of Seebad Bansin](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/mecklenburg-vorpommern/seebad-bansin-1.webp)
![Image of Groß Kiesow](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/mecklenburg-vorpommern/gross-kiesow-4.webp)
![Image of Usedom](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/mecklenburg-vorpommern/usedom-4.webp)
![Image of Seebad Heringsdorf](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/mecklenburg-vorpommern/seebad-heringsdorf-4.webp)