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Sümeg Ring Road


A road cycling route starting from Sumeg

A delightful road biking experience around Sümeg

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Experience the beauty of Sümeg and its surroundings on this road biking route! With a distance of 78 kilometers and an ascent of 507 meters, it offers a moderately challenging ride suitable for well-trained amateurs. Along the way, you'll pass through Zalaszántó, known for its charming architecture, and Sátor-magasa, offering stunning panoramic views. Don't miss the opportunity to visit Keszthely, located on the shores of Lake Balaton, and the iconic Sümeg Castle. Both historical and natural attractions await you on this round-trip cycling adventure.

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78 km
507 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Sümeg City center
Sümeg: Cycle through the charming countryside and visit the iconic Szigliget Castle.
Sümeg is a town located in the Közép-Dunántúl region of Hungary. For road and gravel cyclists, Sümeg offers a variety of interesting routes with beautiful scenery, including the rolling hills of Transdanubia. The town itself has limited cycling infrastructure, but the surrounding roads are well-suited for cycling. Cyclists can visit the famous Szigliget Castle, a historic landmark and popular tourist attraction in the area. Overall, Sümeg provides a pleasant cycling experience with its diverse terrain and cultural sites worth exploring.
SümegTown
Explore the mighty Sümeg Castle, an imposing fortress that offers panoramic views.
ZalaszántóVillage
Discover Zalaszántó, a picturesque village known for its well-preserved traditional architecture.
Sátor-magasa308 mPeak
Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from Sátor-magasa.
KeszthelyTown
Visit Keszthely, a charming town located on the shores of Lake Balaton.
Közép-hegy217 mPeak
Admire the scenic beauty of Közép-hegy.
ZalaszentlászlóVillage
Pass through Zalaszentlászló, a quaint village known for its rural charm.
Sümegi-várhegy270 mPeak
Explore Sümegi-várhegy, the hill where Sümeg Castle is located.
Sümegi várCastle
Experience the magnificence of Sümegi vár (Sümeg Castle).
Finish: Sümeg City center
Sümeg: Cycle through the charming countryside and visit the iconic Szigliget Castle.

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