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Historic Villages and Hilltops Road Route


A road cycling route starting from Zusmarshausen

Embark on a scenic road cycling adventure, exploring the historic villages and hilltops near Zusmarshausen.

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This road route takes you on a journey through picturesque countryside and charming villages. Highlights include the village of Großkötz with its ancient castle, the scenic Limbach region, and the peaceful Glöttweng valley. With a total ascent of 883 meters over 107 kilometers, this route offers a challenging but rewarding experience suitable for well-trained cyclists.

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107 km
883 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Zusmarshausen Village center
Zusmarshausen: Enjoy peaceful road cycling in the scenic countryside of Zusmarshausen.
Zusmarshausen is a town located in the Schwaben region of Germany. From a cyclist's perspective, Zusmarshausen offers pleasant rural roads and countryside scenery, making it suitable for road cycling. The surrounding area is relatively flat, with some gentle undulations. While Zusmarshausen may not have any famous cycling-related spots or well-known climbs of its own, it serves as a good starting point for exploring other popular cycling areas in Bavaria. Overall, Zusmarshausen ranks as a 3 in terms of cycling-friendly areas.
Wasserscheide Zusam/Mindel505 mMountain Pass
Wasserscheide Zusam/Mindel - Pedal along the geographical dividing line between the Zusam and Mindel rivers, experiencing the unique natural surroundings.
OberwaldbachVillage
Oberwaldbach - Enjoy a quaint stopover in this traditional Bavarian village with its charming architecture.
OberhagenriedHamlet
Oberhagenried - Cycle through this peaceful countryside village nestled between lush fields and rolling hills.
StoffenriedVillage
Stoffenried - Visit this picturesque village and take in the beauty of its natural surroundings.
HittistettenVillage
Hittistetten - Explore this medieval town with its well-preserved historic buildings and charming streets.
GroßkötzVillage
Großkötz - Explore the historic castle and enjoy stunning views from the hilltop location.
LimbachVillage
Limbach - Discover the beauty of this scenic region with its rolling hills and charming scenery.
GlöttwengVillage
Glöttweng - Ride through the peaceful valley, surrounded by idyllic landscapes and traditional Bavarian farms.
FriedensdorfHamlet
Friedensdorf - Rest and recharge in this quiet village before continuing your road cycling adventure.
Finish: Zusmarshausen Village center
Zusmarshausen: Enjoy peaceful road cycling in the scenic countryside of Zusmarshausen.

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