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Challenging Elgg


A road cycling route starting from Erlen

Take on the challenging climbs of Elgg

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The Challenging Elgg is a 76 km road cycling route that starts near Erlen. With a total ascent of 1174 meters, this route offers a demanding challenge for well-trained amateurs. The route takes you through highlights such as Nollen, Elgg, Frauenfeld, Ottenberg, and Donzhausen. The overall cycling experience is intense, with challenging climbs and rewarding descents. The difficulty rating for this route is 4 out of 5, as it includes steep and continuous ascents. It receives an epicness rating of 4 out of 5, as it offers breathtaking landscapes and famous cycling spots. The highlights along the route are Nollen, Wuppenau, Cheltberg, Elgg, Bahnhofbrücke, Frauenfeld, Hüttlingen, Ottenberg, and Donzhausen. The Nollen highlight provides exhilarating views from elevated positions. Wuppenau offers a challenging climb with rewarding panoramas. Cheltberg rewards cyclists with picturesque countryside landscapes. Elgg is known for its famous cycling climbs. Bahnhofbrücke in Frauenfeld provides a crossing point over the railway tracks. Hüttlingen features rolling hills and scenic vistas. Ottenberg offers a demanding climb but grants amazing views as a reward. Donzhausen greets cyclists with stunning lakeside scenery.

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76 km
1174 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Riedt b. Erlen Village center
Erlen: Cycling Paradise in Ostschweiz
Erlen is situated in the scenic Ostschweiz region of Switzerland. As a cyclist, you will enjoy the picturesque roads that wind through the stunning countryside. The region is known for its well-maintained cycling routes that offer a mix of flats and rolling hills, perfect for road and gravel cycling. One of the popular cycling spots nearby is the Rorschacherberg climb, which provides breathtaking views of Lake Constance. With its beautiful landscapes and cyclist-friendly atmosphere, Erlen is a great destination for both leisurely rides and challenging climbs.
Nollen734 mPeak
Nollen offers exhilarating views from elevated positions.
WuppenauVillage
Wuppenau provides a challenging climb with rewarding panoramas.
Cheltberg692 mPeak
Cheltberg rewards cyclists with picturesque countryside landscapes.
ElggVillage
Elgg is known for its famous cycling climbs.
BahnhofbrückeViewpoint
Bahnhofbrücke in Frauenfeld provides a crossing point over the railway tracks.
FrauenfeldTown
Frauenfeld offers glimpses into local history and culture.
HüttlingenVillage
Hüttlingen features rolling hills and scenic vistas.
Ottenberg681 mPeak
Ottenberg offers a demanding climb with stunning views as a reward.
DonzhausenVillage
Donzhausen greets cyclists with stunning lakeside scenery.
Finish: Riedt b. Erlen Village center
Erlen: Cycling Paradise in Ostschweiz

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