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The Challenging Road Ride
A road cycling route starting from Schwandorf in Bayern
Embark on a challenging road cycling adventure near Schwandorf and conquer tough ascents.
![Map miniature of "The Challenging Road Ride" cycling inspiration in Oberpfalz, Germany. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/germany/oberpfalz/schwandorf-in-bayern/road/180953.webp)
This demanding 115-kilometer road cycling route near Schwandorf offers a thrilling experience for road cycling enthusiasts. With an ascent of 1379 meters, this route is suitable for well-trained amateurs. The epicness rating is 4, allowing riders to conquer challenging climbs. Highlights along the route include the scenic Schwammerling (score: 1), the picturesque Schwarzach bei Nabburg (score: 4), and the imposing Eichelstein (score: 4). Cycle through Oberviechtach (score: 3) and admire the beauty of Winklarn (score: 3). Enjoy the scenic views from Höhe (score: 4) and Vogelbierl (score: 4). Conquer the legendary Hilpersrieder Berg (score: 4) and explore the historic town of Stamsried (score: 3). Stop at Bruck in der Oberpfalz (score: 3) before finishing your ride in Schwandorf (score: 5).
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from Schwandorf in Bayern:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Wackersdorf](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/oberpfalz/wackersdorf-4.webp)
![Image of Schwarzenfeld](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/oberpfalz/schwarzenfeld-4.webp)
![Image of Stulln](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/oberpfalz/stulln-4.webp)
![Image of Schmidgaden](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/oberpfalz/schmidgaden-5.webp)
![Image of Teublitz](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/oberpfalz/teublitz-5.webp)
![Image of Rieden](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/oberpfalz/rieden-5.webp)
![Image of Ensdorf](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/oberpfalz/ensdorf-5.webp)
![Image of Maxhütte-Haidhof](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/oberpfalz/maxhutte-haidhof-1.webp)
![Image of Burglengenfeld](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/oberpfalz/burglengenfeld-4.webp)