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Großheide Loop
A gravel cycling route starting from Osteel
Experience the natural beauty of Dornum and Upgant-Schott
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Discover the rustic beauty of Großheide and Dornum on this 78 km gravel route. Ascend through lush landscapes and pass charming villages before reaching Upgant-Schott. Enjoy the rural tranquility of the Osteel region and marvel at the impressive Upgant Horse Mill.
gravel
78 km
28 m
Chill
Route profile
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Start: Osteel Village centerOsteel: Cycling paradise in the Weser-Ems region of Germany.
Osteel is a small town located in the Weser-Ems region of Germany. From a cyclist's perspective, Osteel offers a mix of road and gravel cycling opportunities. The surrounding countryside provides scenic routes with varying terrain, making it suitable for all levels of cyclists. One well-known cycling spot in the area is the De Kwaaie Hoek climb, which offers a challenging ascent. Overall, Osteel is a charming locality with excellent cycling infrastructure and numerous cycling routes to explore.12 km
12 km
GroßheideVillageGroßheide offers a serene ambience with its vast meadows and charming windmills.
24 km
24 km
DornumVillageDornum is known for its historic castle and idyllic surroundings, showcasing the region's rural charm.
41 km
41 km
HoltgastVillageHoltgast welcomes cyclists with beautiful thatched-roof houses and a tranquil atmosphere.
51 km
51 km
NeuschooVillageNeuschoo is a peaceful village where you can take a moment to appreciate the rural landscapes.
76 km
76 km
Upgant-SchottVillageUpgant-Schott is the final stop of the route and is famous for its picturesque horse mill, one of the last remaining functioning horse mills in the Netherlands.
78 km
78 km
Finish: Osteel Village centerOsteel: Cycling paradise in the Weser-Ems region of Germany.
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Marienhafe](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/weser-ems/marienhafe-2.webp)
![Image of Upgant-Schott](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/weser-ems/upgant-schott-5.webp)
![Image of Rechtsupweg](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/weser-ems/rechtsupweg-5.webp)
![Image of Norden](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/weser-ems/norden-4.webp)
![Image of Hage](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/weser-ems/hage-4.webp)
![Image of Norddeich](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/weser-ems/norddeich-5.webp)