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Saarburg and Surroundings
A gravel cycling route starting from Mettlach
A beautiful gravel route with stunning landscapes and scenic viewpoints.
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Saarland offers diverse cycling routes, and this gravel route near Mettlach is no exception. With a total distance of 97 kilometers and an ascent of 1425 meters, this route takes you through picturesque towns and countryside. The highlights of this route include Kieselberg, Merzig, Bouzonville, Dalstein, Apach, Dreiländerblick, and Saarschleife / Cloef. Each highlight offers unique attractions and breathtaking views.
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97 km
1425 m
Tough
Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Mettlach City centerMettlach: Exploring the Saar River valley and cycling the famous Saarschleife loop.
Mettlach is a locality in Germany, situated in the region of Saarland. For road and gravel cyclists, Mettlach offers stunning routes along the winding roads of the Saar River valley. The area is known for its vineyards and picturesque landscapes, making it a great destination for cycling and tourism. Nearby, cyclists can explore the famous Saarschleife loop, a popular cycling route with breathtaking panoramic views.6 km
6 km
Kieselberg307 mPeakKieselberg is a challenging climb, but rewards with panoramic views of the surrounding area.
8 km
8 km
MerzigTownMerzig is a vibrant town with historical architecture and cultural attractions.
32 km
32 km
BouzonvilleVillageBouzonville is a charming village known for its charming streets and traditional houses.
49 km
49 km
DalsteinVillageDalstein Castle, a medieval fortress, offers a glimpse into the region's rich history.
72 km
72 km
ApachVillageThe town of Apach is renowned for its well-preserved Roman villas and archaeological site.
73 km
73 km
DreiländerblickViewpointDreiländerblick is a popular viewpoint where you can admire the convergence of three countries: Germany, France, and Luxembourg.
90 km
90 km
OrscholzVillageOrscholz is famous for its Saarschleife, a dramatic horseshoe bend in the river Saar.
91 km
91 km
Saarschleife / CloefViewpointThe Cloef viewpoint offers stunning vistas of the Saarschleife and surrounding landscapes.
97 km
97 km
Finish: Mettlach City centerMettlach: Exploring the Saar River valley and cycling the famous Saarschleife loop.
Cycling routes from Mettlach:
Historic Castles and Picturesque Villages The Mountain Challenge: Conquer Saarland's Toughest Climbs Hills and Castles of Saarland The Baden-Württemberg Loop Saarburg and Surroundings Saarland Adventure Exploring the Saar Valley Lost Trails of Mettlach The Saar Loop: A Scenic Road Cycling Tour Countryside Delights Saarland Gravel Adventure
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Saarhölzbach](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/saarland/saarhoelzbach-5.webp)
![Image of Orscholz](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/saarland/orscholz-4.webp)
![Image of Freudenburg](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/trier/freudenburg-3.webp)
![Image of Merzig](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/saarland/merzig-5.webp)
![Image of Serrig](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/trier/serrig-5.webp)
![Image of Losheim](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/saarland/losheim-5.webp)
![Image of Irsch](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/trier/irsch-4.webp)
![Image of Saarburg](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/trier/saarburg-4.webp)
![Image of Beckingen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/saarland/beckingen-5.webp)