Oberbachheim, a municipality located in the Rhein-Lahn-Kreis district of Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, is characterized by its rural setting and forested areas. This region serves as a gateway to the diverse natural landscapes of the Middle Rhine Valley, offering varied terrain suitable for outdoor activities. Its geography, featuring stream valleys, forests, and proximity to the Rhine, provides a foundation for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and more.
Oberbachheim offers a range of…
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32.0km
02:19
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:39
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:58
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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02:43
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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02:21
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8.19km
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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02:15
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Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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02:30
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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03:52
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:45
120m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Oberbachheim offers a range of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region's diverse landscapes, from forests to stream valleys, provide varied terrains for these sports.
More than 148,000 visitors have shared experiences in Oberbachheim on komoot. Routes in the region have an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars.
Oberbachheim serves as a starting point for numerous cycling routes. Options include routes like the Taunushöhenweg (17.1 miles [27.6 km] with 1063 feet [324m] ascent) and the Loreley-Rundfahrt (25.3 miles [40.8 km] with 1995 feet [608m] ascent). For more information, refer to Cycling around Oberbachheim.
Road cycling routes around Oberbachheim feature varied terrain, including ascents. The region's proximity to the Middle Rhine Valley offers scenic rides. Specific routes and details can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Oberbachheim guide.
Oberbachheim and its surroundings offer mountain biking opportunities with routes featuring significant ascents. The rural character and forested areas provide suitable terrain for MTB. Information on trails is available in the MTB Trails around Oberbachheim guide.
Oberbachheim benefits from its location near the Rheinsteig and offers various trails through forests, meadows, and stream valleys. Hikers can explore cultural history with castles and fortresses. Details on local trails are provided in Hiking around Oberbachheim.
Routes like the Alte Kleinbahntrasse St. Goarshausen - Bogel (22.9 miles [36.8 km] with 1883 feet [574m] ascent) often follow former railway lines, which can be suitable for less strenuous touring cycling. These types of paths may offer options for families. For traffic-free options, consult Traffic-free bike rides around Oberbachheim.
Oberbachheim is located near the Middle Rhine Valley, renowned for its beauty and the fabled Loreley. The broader Rhein-Lahn-Kreis features stream landscapes, diverse flora and fauna, and a cultural history rich with castles, fortresses, and palaces.
Komoot offers several guides for Oberbachheim, including Cycling around Oberbachheim, Road Cycling Routes around Oberbachheim, MTB Trails around Oberbachheim, and Hiking around Oberbachheim. There are also guides for Gravel biking, Jogging, and Traffic-free bike rides.
The official website for Oberbachheim is www.oberbachheim.de. The phone number for the Ortsgemeinde (municipality) Oberbachheim is +49 6776 / 950320.
Yes, some cycling routes near Oberbachheim feature significant elevation gains, indicating more challenging options. For example, the Loreley-Rundfahrt includes 1995 feet [608m] of ascent over 25.3 miles [40.8 km]. The region's varied terrain supports different difficulty levels.
Cycling routes in and around Oberbachheim vary in length. Examples include the Bachheimer-Grund-Runde at 13.7 miles [22.1 km] and the Erzbachtal-Runde at 24.5 miles [39.5 km]. Longer routes like the Loreley-Rundfahrt extend to 25.3 miles [40.8 km].

