Historical Castles Route
A road cycling route starting from Fischach
Discover the rich history of Schwaben while cycling along this road route
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The Historical Castles Route is a road cycling route that takes you through the fascinating historical sites and stunning landscapes of Schwaben. With a total distance of 101 km and an ascent of 969 m, this route offers a mix of challenging climbs and scenic descents. The highlights along the route include stops at Lauterbacher Berg, where you can admire the ruins of an ancient castle overlooking the valley, and Balzhausen, home to a well-preserved medieval castle. Other noteworthy highlights include Breitenthal, Roggenburg, and Schloss Jettingen, a beautiful castle with landscaped gardens.
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969 m
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Start: Fischach Village centerFischach: Enjoy the tranquility of Fischach's countryside while cycling through the scenic Fischach Loop.
Fischach, located in the Schwaben region of Germany, offers a mix of flat and gently rolling terrain that is suitable for both road and gravel cycling. Cyclists can enjoy riding through the picturesque countryside, passing by fields and quaint villages. One notable cycling route in the area is the Fischach Loop, which takes cyclists through scenic landscapes. Fischach may not be home to any legendary climbs, but its well-maintained roads and tranquil surroundings make it a good choice for cyclists. Fischach receives a rank of 3 in terms of cycling-friendly areas.12 km
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Lauterbacher Berg593 mPeakLauterbacher Berg is a historic site with ruins of an ancient castle offering panoramic views of the surrounding valley.
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17 km
BalzhausenVillageBalzhausen is home to a well-preserved medieval castle with picturesque surroundings.
35 km
35 km
BreitenthalVillageBreitenthal is a charming Bavarian village known for its traditional architecture and peaceful atmosphere.
43 km
43 km
RoggenburgVillageRoggenburg is a picturesque village with a beautiful monastery famous for its stunning architecture.
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59 km
Rieden an der KötzVillageRieden an der Kötz is a small Bavarian town with a rich history and charming old buildings.
76 km
76 km
Schloss JettingenCastleSchloss Jettingen is a historic castle surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and walking trails.
79 km
79 km
Dürrenberg523 mPeakDürrenberg features a historic castle ruin with great views of the surrounding area.
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97 km
UstersbachVillageUstersbach is a peaceful Bavarian village with traditional houses and a beautiful church.
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99 km
Blick auf das SchmuttertalViewpointBlick auf das Schmuttertal offers stunning views of the Schmuttertal Valley and the surrounding countryside.
101 km
101 km
Finish: Fischach Village centerFischach: Enjoy the tranquility of Fischach's countryside while cycling through the scenic Fischach Loop.
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