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Ultimate Challenge: Limburg's Toughest Roads
A road cycling route starting from Vaals
Take on the ultimate challenge through Limburg's toughest roads and conquer legendary climbs near Vaals
![Map miniature of "Ultimate Challenge: Limburg's Toughest Roads" cycling inspiration in Limburg (NL), Netherlands. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/netherlands/limburg-nl/vaals/road/297906.webp)
Prepare yourself for the ultimate cycling challenge through Limburg's toughest roads near Vaals. Covering a distance of 104 kilometers and with an ascent of 990 meters, this route is not for the faint of heart. Begin your journey in Gemmenich and experience the adrenaline rush as you conquer Schaelsberg, known for its steep inclines. Discover the beauty of the countryside as you cycle through Saint-André and embrace the hilly terrain. Pedal your way past scenic spots like Hermalle-sous-Argenteau and Berg, taking in the enchanting landscapes along the way. Test your endurance as you climb the challenging De Krul and La Grande Suisse. Conclude your journey with a sense of accomplishment as you reach Cauberg and conquer the legendary Elkenrade.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from Vaals:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Gemmenich](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-liege/gemmenich-2.webp)
![Image of Aachen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/koln/aachen-3.webp)
![Image of Bocholtz](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/limburg-nl/bocholtz-5.webp)
![Image of Plombières](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-liege/plombieres-5.webp)
![Image of Moresnet](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-liege/moresnet-4.webp)
![Image of La Calamine](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-liege/la-calamine-5.webp)
![Image of Neu-Moresnet](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-liege/neu-moresnet-5.webp)
![Image of Hergenrath](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-liege/hergenrath-4.webp)
![Image of Simpelveld](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/netherlands/limburg-nl/simpelveld-1.webp)