Wörnitz bridge near Ruffenhofen – Hesselberg Summit loop from Rühlingstetten

Wörnitz bridge near Ruffenhofen – Hesselberg Summit loop from Rühlingstetten

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Wörnitz bridge near Ruffenhofen – Hesselberg Summit loop from Rühlingstetten

02:17

48.1km

490m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

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Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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11.7 km

Zum Blauen Angler Inn

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The inn with a beautiful beer garden is located directly on the Wörnitz and Limes cycle paths. Friendly service and good food. The giant schnitzel are legendary!

Open on Saturdays, …

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Wörnitz bridge near Ruffenhofen

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A very natural river. Slow-flowing. Water lily pads are found almost everywhere. You'll probably spot many animals with binoculars.

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20.1 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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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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20.2 km

View of Gerolfingen and Aufkirchen

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The bench "Ausblick Wilhelmsstein" is a few meters away from the "Schwedenstein/Wilhelmstein" and summit car park. With the Wilhelmsstein, this is probably the first point of contact for most visitors …

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20.3 km

Hesselberg Viewpoint

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A very beautiful spot with a magnificent view.

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20.3 km

Ascent from Gerolfingen to Hesselberg

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The Mont Ventoux from Franconia!

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41.3 km

Tannhausen Castle

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The castle is privately owned and has become quite overgrown, especially in summer with leaves on the trees. Please respect privacy.

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48.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.4 km

16.0 km

2.49 km

1.54 km

1.45 km

188 m

Surfaces

45.5 km

1.61 km

809 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (650 m)

Lowest point (430 m)

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Wörnitz bridge near Ruffenhofen – Hesselberg Summit loop from Rühlingstetten

Zum Blauen Angler Inn

Wörnitz bridge near Ruffenhofen

Hesselberg Kiosk

Hesselberg Summit

View of Gerolfingen and Aufkirchen

Hesselberg Viewpoint

Ascent from Gerolfingen to Hesselberg

Tannhausen Castle

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