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Scenic Ride to Old Border Guard Watchtower
A road cycling route starting from Janossomorja
Enjoy a scenic ride to the Old Border Guard Watchtower near Jánossomorja
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This road cycling route takes you to the Old Border Guard Watchtower, a popular landmark near Jánossomorja (currently temporarily closed). With a distance of 68 kilometers and an ascent of 69 meters, it offers a relatively easy ride. The highlights along the route include Bősárkány, a picturesque village with traditional architecture, and Osli, a small settlement known for its rural charm. Despite the closure of the watchtower, this route still provides beautiful views and interesting sights for cyclists to enjoy.
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Start: Jánossomorja City centerJánossomorja: Varied terrain and cultural attractions in a Hungarian cycling town.
Jánossomorja is a town located in the Nyugat-Dunántúl region of Hungary. For road and gravel cyclists, Jánossomorja offers a varied terrain with flat sections and rolling hills. The roads are well-paved and suitable for enjoyable cycling experiences. Although it may not have any famous cycling spots or well-known climbs right within its boundaries, Jánossomorja serves as a great starting point to explore the neighboring areas, such as the scenic Gerecse Mountains. The town itself has some cultural attractions and local amenities that cater to cyclists' needs, making it a pleasant destination for cycling enthusiasts.14 km
14 km
BősárkányVillageBősárkány showcases traditional Hungarian houses and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
29 km
29 km
OsliVillageOsli is a quiet village with scenic surroundings and a peaceful ambiance.
50 km
50 km
Old Border Guard Watchtower (temporarily closed)Viewpoint51 km
51 km
Mosontarcsai híd menedékhelyShelter68 km
68 km
JánossomorjaTownJánossomorja, the starting and ending point, offers various amenities and attractions for visitors to explore.
68 km
68 km
Finish: Jánossomorja City centerJánossomorja: Varied terrain and cultural attractions in a Hungarian cycling town.
Cycling routes from Janossomorja:
Moson Road Cycling Route The Gravel Adventure: Jánossomorja to Hegyeshalom The Border Escape: Jánossomorja to Tadten Gravel Adventure around Jánossomorja The Wine Route: Jánossomorja to Rajka The Castle Trail: Jánossomorja to Mosonmagyaróvár The Countryside Rhapsody: Jánossomorja to Jánossomorja Scenic Ride to Old Border Guard Watchtower Gravel Ride to Mosontarcsai Bridge Nickelsdorf Scenic Road Ride
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Andau](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/burgenland/andau-3.webp)
![Image of Mosonmagyaróvár](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/hungary/nyugat-dunantul/mosonmagyarovar-5.webp)
![Image of Bősárkány](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/hungary/nyugat-dunantul/bosarkany-4.webp)
![Image of Halbturn](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/burgenland/halbturn-5.webp)
![Image of Wallern im Burgenland](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/burgenland/wallern-im-burgenland-4.webp)
![Image of Frauenkirchen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/burgenland/frauenkirchen-4.webp)
![Image of Kimle](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/hungary/nyugat-dunantul/kimle-5.webp)
![Image of Nickelsdorf](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/burgenland/nickelsdorf-5.webp)
![Image of Mönchhof](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/burgenland/moenchhof-4.webp)