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The surface is impeccable on the Tonbach side – which unfortunately ends abruptly at the Überzwerchberg Hut. From there, the trail to Zwickgabel leads over gravel: medium-coarse and somewhat loose. With a little caution, it's the ideal playground for a gravel bike; however, you should think twice about it with a road bike. The gravel section from Zwickgabel is definitely more recommendable uphill than downhill. After the hard work, you'll be rewarded with the descent to Tonbach on a perfect surface. You shouldn't just blast down the narrow, somewhat confusing forest road without guardrails – but 50+ km/h is perfectly acceptable as long as no one is coming the other way.

Everything you need (and more) is here. It's best to avoid this place on warm Sundays—too many motorcycles! Alternatively, take a dip in the nearby forest.

Short climb, not too busy route

Several beautiful tours start or cross at the Ringelbacher Kreuz

Great little pass. Especially good in winter thanks to the low altitude. Great descents too

Despite the gravel in places, the ascent from Zwickgabel is definitely doable in dry conditions with 25 or 28 inch tires, and is definitely worth it because of the beautiful descent to Tonbach.

I have already driven this route Oppenau - Allerheiligen, Ruhestein in both directions this year 2024. If you want to drive this section of the route in a relaxed manner and without heavy traffic, I do not recommend planning it on public holidays such as Easter, Pentecost, Ascension Day or Corpus Christi. Your guide Werner🚵🌲🌄 PS: ALONG THE WAY, stop at viewpoints every now and then and enjoy the views and take photos!!

small rhythmic climb at the top of the bridge you can take great photos