Bicycle Rides
Route profile
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In the tour planner we inform you under the tab "Current info" about temporary route changes, closures and detours.
To the Tour PlanerStart at Wirges train station and cycle northeast into Bahnhofstraße. The Westerwald Cathedral impresses in Wirges, as does the Glassblower-Potter Fountain Sculpture. A short detour leads to the Tonbergbaumuseum in Siershahn.
The route passes through former mining pits that shaped this region for over 400 years. Appreciate the history of mining with minerals, ore, and silver, which only came to a halt after World War II. In contrast, Staudt continues to mine clay, which is then processed into ceramics at a large facility.
Enjoy the picturesque nature of the Westerwald during the bike tour. The route passes through animal protection areas and Flora-Fauna Habitats, highlighting the beauty of this region.
Highway Exits:
Use the Hessische Landesbahn (www.bahn.de) to Wirges train station.
Parking available directly at the train station.
Start at Wirges train station, cycle northeast into Bahnhofstraße. Turn left to the Westerwald Cathedral. Continue through Siershahn, pass Leuteroder Wald, and circle Helferskirchen. Reach Sainerholz, the northernmost and highest point (382 m) of the tour, and cycle toward Ötzingen. Cycling over Leuterod, follow the forest and reach Moschheim. Cycle southward to Bannberscheid and Staudt. The route crosses the A3 highway multiple times (overpass) and passes through Dernbach. Then, Martin-Luther-Straße guides you northward back to Wirges. After a sharp right turn, cycle north on Bahnhofstraße.
Good basic fitness required.
When carrying your gear, bags and backpacks offer ample space. Distribute the equipment across various body and bike parts to prevent discomfort. Appropriate clothing safeguards against weather and temperature changes. Tools and repair supplies are essential. Orientation aids like bike maps or GPS devices are crucial. A small emergency kit is also advisable.
Plan a side trip to Montabaur: The Großer Markt with cafes and restaurants, as well as St. Peter in Chains Church, are worth a visit.
Wirges, train station
Wirges, train station
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Notice
In the tour planner we inform you under the tab "Current info" about temporary route changes, closures and detours.
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