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Rural Escape


A road cycling route starting from Schonwalde am Bungsberg

Embark on a scenic rural escape and explore the natural beauty of the region

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The Rural Escape is a 96km road biking route starting near Schönwalde am Bungsberg. It features a total ascent of 556m, making it suitable for well-trained amateur cyclists. This scenic route takes you through idyllic rural landscapes, charming towns, and picturesque countryside. Highlights of this route include Röbel, a historic town with traditional architecture, Glasau, known for its beautiful landscapes and nature reserves, Hohenlieths-Berg, a hill offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area, Dannau, a peaceful town situated on the banks of Lake Ratzeburg, Hohen-Berg, a hill providing breathtaking views, Witten-Berg, a village with historical attractions, and Kirchnüchel, a small town with a rich history.

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96 km
556 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Schönwalde am Bungsberg Village center
Schönwalde am Bungsberg: Conquer Bungsberg, the highest hill in Northern Germany, in Schönwalde am Bungsberg.
Schönwalde am Bungsberg, located in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, offers a refreshing oasis for road and gravel cyclists. The locality is famous for being home to Bungsberg, the highest hill in Northern Germany, attracting enthusiastic climbers from all over the country. Bungsberg provides a thrilling challenge for cyclists seeking an adrenaline-fueled ascent. Additionally, Schönwalde am Bungsberg is surrounded by idyllic surroundings, including lush greenery and scenic countryside, creating a picturesque setting for cyclists to explore. Cyclists visiting Schönwalde am Bungsberg can expect a diverse range of cycling routes, ranging from leisurely rides along the countryside to demanding climbs up Bungsberg. This locality is a cyclist's dream come true.
RöbelVillage
Röbel is a historic town with traditional architecture and a picturesque waterfront. Explore its charming streets and take in the beautiful surroundings.
GlasauHamlet
Glasau is known for its beautiful natural landscapes and nature reserves. Enjoy the scenic beauty of this rural area.
Hohenlieths-Berg44 mPeak
Hohenlieths-Berg offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Stop by and take in the breathtaking scenery.
DannauVillage
Dannau is a peaceful town located on the banks of Lake Ratzeburg. Enjoy the tranquility and take in the beautiful scenery.
Hohen-Berg66 mPeak
Hohen-Berg offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Make sure to stop and take in the scenery.
Witten-Berg79 mPeak
Witten-Berg is a picturesque village with historical attractions. Take a moment to explore its charming streets and learn about its past.
KirchnüchelVillage
Kirchnüchel is a small town with a rich history. Take a moment to explore its historic buildings and learn about its past.
Finish: Schönwalde am Bungsberg Village center
Schönwalde am Bungsberg: Conquer Bungsberg, the highest hill in Northern Germany, in Schönwalde am Bungsberg.

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