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Unterschwaningen Castle – Hesselberg Summit loop from Unterschwaningen

Unterschwaningen Castle – Hesselberg Summit loop from Unterschwaningen

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Unterschwaningen Castle – Hesselberg Summit loop from Unterschwaningen

01:59

39.5km

440m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 26, 2026

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After 31.3 km for 84 m

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Train Station

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1.71 km

Unterschwaningen Castle

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2.00 km

Cycle Path Unterschwaningen–Lentersheim

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Great alternative to the street. Absolutely suitable for racing bikes. Mostly good asphalt, which at some point turns into concrete slabs in the direction of Lentersheim. However, this piece is …

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11.9 km

Cycle Path on the Hesselberg Geological Nature Trail

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New cycle path on the geological nature trail Hesselberg. From the Ehingen side without any noteworthy incline. To overcome about 50 vertical meters from Wittelshofen.

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18.8 km

Hesselberg Summit

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The Hesselberg with 689 meters is the highest elevation in Central Franconia. Up here you have fantastic views in good weather, which can reach into the Alps. There are many …

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18.9 km

Hesselberg Kiosk

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You can also drive up here by car; it is better to run up!

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22.7 km

Gerolfingen Bathing Pond

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No matter whether you come from the Hesselberg or are just passing through: the beautiful pond invites you to linger. If you are not afraid of water, a refreshing bath is also worthwhile.

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30.3 km

Wörnitz River Bath in Wassertrüdingen

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Absolutely unique! In the Wörnitzflussbad you don't jump into a pool. No, here a few steps lead directly to the beautiful Wörnitz.

The Wörnitz river pool is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is free.

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31.4 km

Wassertrüdingen Garden Show Grounds

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Nice but also a little sleepy. The garden exhibition area, which was created not so long ago, is pretty and offers a small highlight with the observation tower. Depending on …

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39.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.5 km

7.36 km

5.47 km

2.07 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

29.8 km

9.19 km

446 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (650 m)

Lowest point (420 m)

Weather

Tuesday 19 May

18°C

10°C

72 %

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Unterschwaningen Castle – Hesselberg Summit loop from Unterschwaningen

Unterschwaningen Castle

Cycle Path Unterschwaningen–Lentersheim

Cycle Path on the Hesselberg Geological Nature Trail

Hesselberg Summit

Hesselberg Kiosk

Gerolfingen Bathing Pond

Wörnitz River Bath in Wassertrüdingen

Wassertrüdingen Garden Show Grounds

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