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Hills and Castles
A road cycling route starting from Bad Neustadt an der Saale
Embark on a journey through history and enjoy cycling amidst beautiful landscapes.
![Map miniature of "Hills and Castles" cycling inspiration in Unterfranken, Germany. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/germany/unterfranken/bad-neustadt-an-der-saale/road/52456.webp)
This road cycling route near Bad Neustadt an der Saale covers a distance of 69 km and includes 614 meters of ascent. The route takes you through scenic landscapes and past historical landmarks. Start your journey in Bad Neustadt an der Saale, a town known for its charming old town and traditional half-timbered houses. As you cycle through Hendungen, you'll have the opportunity to visit the town's medieval castle ruins and learn about its rich history. Continuing on, you'll pass through Römhild, where you can explore the impressive Römhild Abbey. The route also includes the Galgenberg, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Keep going to get a glimpse of the village of Großeibstadt, known for its well-preserved half-timbered houses. Finally, reach the Luitpold Höhe for a stunning panoramic view of the picturesque landscape. This route offers a good balance between historical sights, picturesque landscapes, and moderate difficulty.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Niederlauer](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/unterfranken/niederlauer-4.webp)
![Image of Burglauer](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/unterfranken/burglauer-5.webp)
![Image of Hollstadt](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/unterfranken/hollstadt-4.webp)
![Image of Münnerstadt](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/unterfranken/munnerstadt-5.webp)
![Image of Bastheim](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/unterfranken/bastheim-5.webp)
![Image of Oberstreu](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/unterfranken/oberstreu-2.webp)
![Image of Saal an der Saale](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/unterfranken/saal-an-der-saale-3.webp)
![Image of Bad Bocklet](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/unterfranken/bad-bocklet-2.webp)
![Image of Nüdlingen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/unterfranken/nudlingen-5.webp)