Gravel Tour Markneukirchen - Landwüst - Erlbach
- 1:50 h
- 31.25 km
- 511 m
- 496 m
- 505 m
- 657 m
- 152 m
- Start: Oberer Berg, Markneukirchen
- Destination: Oberer Berg, Markneukirchen
On this approximately 31 km long gravel tour, experience Vogtland from its wild-romantic side. Start on the Oberen Berg in Markneukirchen and immerse yourself in shady forests and idyllic villages. The route takes you via Schönlind to Landwüst, where an impressive view awaits you on the Wirtsberg. Continue via lonely country roads and gravel forest paths through Rohrbach and Wernitzgrün to Erlbach before returning to the starting point. Fast descents, steep climbs, and varied natural paths make this tour an unforgettable adventure for gravel bikers. Numerous rest opportunities along the route invite you to linger.
Waypoints
Good to know
Pavements
- Street (36%)Asphalt (21%)Gravel (18%)Trail (25%)
Best to visit
- suitableDepends on weather
Directions
Oberer Berg Markneukirchen (parking lot at the Berggasthof "Heiterer Blick") - Schönlind - Landwüst (with Vogtland Open-Air Museum and viewing pavilion on the Wirtsberg) - Rohrbach - forest snack bar "Zum Hammerl" - Landwüst - Wernitzgrün - Tockengrüner Weg - Erlbach - Erlbacher Brauhaus - Eubabrunn - Wernitzgrün - Oberer Berg Markneukirchen
(Finally, a detour to the nearby Bismarck Column with a view of the town of Markneukirchen is recommended)
The tour mainly runs on existing cycle paths and public roads. There is no independent signage/marking. The use of the Vogtland App (with navigation function) is recommended.
Tour information
Loop Road
Author
Saskia Prelec
Organization
Vogtland - Sinfonie der Natur
License (master data)
Saskia Prelec
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
After the tour, pay a visit to the Musical Instrument Museum in Markneukirchen and marvel at the world's largest playable violin. Or be part of the Vogtland Musical Instrument Making Experience live when musical instruments are masterfully handmade (every Wednesday at 2:30 pm).
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