The Gravel Adventure

A gravel cycling route starting from Merzig

Plan your own route
in Merzig Plan your own route in Merzig

Cycling through forest and countryside with picturesque highlights

Map

This gravel route offers a diverse cycling experience, taking you through scenic forests and beautiful countryside. You will pass by several highlights, including the lovely town of Mettlach, where you can visit the famous Villeroy & Boch pottery factory and enjoy the view of the Montclair Castle. Another highlight is the charming town of Saarburg, known for its cascading waterfalls and medieval buildings. The route also takes you to the Bismarck Tower in Schoden, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. With a moderate difficulty level, this route is suitable for well-trained amateurs.

gravel

60 km

1117 m

Tough

Route profile

Highlights on the route

0 km

Start: Merzig City center

Merzig: Discover Natural Beauty and Serene Cycling Routes in Merzig, Germany

Merzig, located in the Saarland region of Germany, offers a fantastic cycling experience for riders. The town is known for its breathtaking landscapes, featuring rolling hills and scenic countryside. Cyclists in Merzig can enjoy a network of well-maintained cycling paths that take riders through picturesque villages and along the banks of the Saar river. The roads in and around Merzig are cyclist-friendly, with minimal traffic, making them ideal for road and gravel cycling. One notable cycling route in the area is the Saartal-Radweg, which follows the course of the Saar river. With its stunning natural beauty and cyclist-friendly infrastructure, Merzig is a top destination for cycling enthusiasts.