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Saarland Hills Challenge
A road cycling route starting from Bous
Conquer the demanding Saarland hills on this road cycling route
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Explore the scenic Saarland region on this challenging road cycling route. With a total distance of 73km and an ascent of 1077m, this route offers a good mix of climbs and descents. From the Schieferberg's panoramic views to the historic town of Riegelsberg, there are plenty highlights along the way. The route takes you through picturesque Dudweiler and passes by the imposing Eschberg before reaching the challenging Ransbacher Berg climb. Don't miss the charming village of Kerbach and enjoy the exhilarating descent towards Forbach. The Schweizerberg and Wadgassen provide the final test of your climbing skills before the return to Bous.
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73 km
1077 m
Tough
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Start: Bous Village centerBous: Peaceful Base for Exploring the Saarland Region
Bous is a small municipality located in the Saarland region of Germany. From a cyclist's perspective, Bous offers a mix of flat and rolling terrain, making it suitable for road and gravel cycling. While Bous itself doesn't have any famous cycling-related spots or well-known climbs, it serves as a great base for exploring the Saarland region, which offers scenic routes through charming towns, picturesque countryside, and even a portion of the iconic Saarland Loop. If you're looking for a peaceful and cyclist-friendly place to start your adventure in the Saarland region, Bous is a suitable choice.12 km
12 km
Schieferberg334 mPeakEnjoy the panoramic views from the Schieferberg
14 km
14 km
RiegelsbergTownExplore the historic town of Riegelsberg
23 km
23 km
DudweilerSub-urbPass through the picturesque village of Dudweiler
28 km
28 km
Eschberg363 mPeakEmbrace the challenge of climbing the Eschberg
38 km
38 km
Ransbacher Berg367 mPeakTackle the demanding Ransbacher Berg climb
49 km
49 km
KerbachVillageDiscover the charming village of Kerbach
57 km
57 km
ForbachTownExperience the thrilling descent towards Forbach
64 km
64 km
Schweizerberg279 mPeakClimb the scenic Schweizerberg
72 km
72 km
WadgassenVillageEnjoy the final test of your climbing skills on the Wadgassen
73 km
73 km
Finish: Bous Village centerBous: Peaceful Base for Exploring the Saarland Region
Cycling routes from Bous:
The Ultimate Road Cycling Challenge Saarland Hills Challenge Saarland Village Loop Gravel Bliss Exploring Gravel Routes Adventurous Gravel Ride in Bouzonville Gravel Adventure in the Saarland Forest The Gravel Adventure Saarland Castle Tour The Road to Exploration The Gravel Adventure The Coastal Trail The Gravel Adventure
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