Kleiner Kulm Observation Tower – Heckenweg Trail to Pegnitz loop from Pegnitz

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Germany

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Pegnitz

Kleiner Kulm Observation Tower – Heckenweg Trail to Pegnitz loop from Pegnitz

Hard

4.5

(15)

riders

Kleiner Kulm Observation Tower – Heckenweg Trail to Pegnitz loop from Pegnitz

03:52

43.7km

730m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 1, 2026

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Includes very steep uphill segments

You may need to push your bike.

After 2.05 km for 163 m

After 26.4 km for 233 m

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Train Station

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