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The Pápa Adventure


A road cycling route starting from Ajka

Embark on a scenic road cycling journey to the historic town of Pápa.

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This 69 km road cycling route takes cyclists to the historic town of Pápa. With a total ascent of 520 meters, the route offers a moderate to challenging ride, rewarding cyclists with beautiful views along the way. The highlights of the route include Pápa with its stunning baroque architecture and rich cultural heritage, Koplaló with its scenic landscapes, Farkasgyepű with its peaceful atmosphere, and finally Ajka with its vibrant city center. This route is recommended for intermediate cyclists looking to explore the historical and natural beauty of the region.

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69 km
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Ajka City center
Ajka: A cycling destination offering diverse terrain and a well-known thermal spa.
Ajka in Közép-Dunántúl, Hungary offers a unique cycling experience with its diverse terrain and scenic landscapes. Road cyclists can enjoy smooth roads that provide access to surrounding towns and natural attractions. Gravel cyclists, on the other hand, will find satisfaction in exploring the rolling hills and off-road trails around Ajka. The locality is also famous for its thermal spa, which provides relaxation and rejuvenation for cyclists after a day of riding. Ajka offers a range of accommodations and cycling-related amenities, making it an ideal base for both road and gravel cyclists.
PápaTown
Pápa is famous for its stunning baroque architecture, including the Esterházy Castle, which is one of the finest examples of its kind in Hungary.
Koplaló398 mPeak
Koplaló offers picturesque landscapes with rolling hills and quaint villages, providing a peaceful and scenic atmosphere for cyclists to enjoy.
FarkasgyepűVillage
Farkasgyepű is a small village surrounded by nature, offering a tranquil environment for cyclists to relax and soak in the natural beauty of the area.
AjkaTown
Ajka is a vibrant city with a rich industrial history, known for its unique red sludge reservoirs and charming city center.
Finish: Ajka City center
Ajka: A cycling destination offering diverse terrain and a well-known thermal spa.

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