Cycling Collection by Johanna
Volcano Cycle Path — from the Vogelsberg to the Wetterau region
3 days
1-1 h/day
95.1km
650m
740m
The 95-kilometre (58 mi) Volcano Cycle Path takes you across the largest volcanic massif in Central Europe from the Vogelsberg to the Wetterau. You won't see any classic cone volcanoes, but you will enjoy Hessen's beautiful landscape with natural highlights such as the Oberwald forest and the Hoher Vogelsberg nature park. The entire route is well-maintained and pleasant to ride. Thanks to the smooth asphalt and the long downhill sections, the Volcano Cycle Path is not only extremely popular with cyclists, but also with longboarders.
Not only does the beautiful landscape of Central Hesse awaits you, but also idyllic villages and pretty towns with charming half-timbered houses and historic castles. Both here and along the cycle route itself, you find numerous restaurants and cafés for relaxing breaks. At the stage destinations, you can choose between hotels, guesthouses and holiday flats.
I’ve divided this route from Schlitz to Altenstadt/Höchst into three stages, each about 30 kilometres (18.6 mi) long. If you only have one weekend, you can also cycle the route in two stages. The best way to get to the starting point in Schlitz is with the Vulkan (Volcano) Express bicycle bus. It runs from the beginning of May to the end of October on weekends and public holidays. You can find the timetable at rmv.de/c/en/homepage. From Altenstadt/Höchst, this route’s final destination, you can simply take the train home.
If you’re not ready to leave though, you can continue cycling on Hessen's dense network of cycle paths, for example on the BahnRadweg Hessen: komoot.com/collection/491
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Volcano cycle path
97.0km
600m
700m
Last updated: November 14, 2024
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Activities
1. Stage 1: Schlitz to Herbstein — Volcano Cycle Path
30.1km
01:58
300m
100m
Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
2. Stage 2: Herbstein to Gedern — Volcano Cycle Path
32.5km
01:53
240m
350m
Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3. Stage 3: Gedern to Altenstadt/Höchst — Volcano Cycle Path
32.5km
01:45
100m
290m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Collection Stats
Activities
3
Distance
95.1 km
Duration
05:36 h
Elevation
650 m
740 m
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