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Wetteraukreis
Hirzenhain

The bridge in the forest – Vulkanradweg Stone Bridge loop from Merkenfritz

Routes
Germany
Hesse
Wetteraukreis
Hirzenhain

The bridge in the forest – Vulkanradweg Stone Bridge loop from Merkenfritz

Hard

5.0

(3)

3

riders

The bridge in the forest – Vulkanradweg Stone Bridge loop from Merkenfritz

02:08

35.1km

520m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

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After 28.6 km for 1.33 km

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Start point

Bus stop

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8.12 km

View of Gedern

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View from the field towards Gedern.

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2

11.4 km

The bridge in the forest

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The bridge is near the Sehmenbach spring and is a nice photo opportunity. It is always a bit cooler here than on the rest of the way.

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11.6 km

Seemenbach Spring

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right on the way. Watch out, you'll pass by quickly

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12.6 km

Vulkanradweg Stone Bridge

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To be honest 😉 The asphalted volcano cycle path is really beautiful, but not really a MTB highlight! But it's perfectly fine for getting to and from the trails on the Vogelsberg, and it's also an absolutely energy-saving option 😂

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5

14.8 km

Once here, you have reached the highest point of the Vulkanradwegs. That means: No matter from which direction you come, from now on it is only downhill. To celebrate the …

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6

17.2 km

In nice and clear weather you can see the Frankfurt skyline here.

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7

21.2 km

Alteburg Basalt Columns and Blockfield

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Striking rock cliffs made of volcanic basalt rock, some of which are covered with moss 👍
There is also a good resting place here ... table and benches available!
geopark-vogelsberg.de/vulkanwissen/was-ist-ein-geotop/listenuebersicht/geotop-alte-burg.html

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22.9 km

At Dorfblick Kaulstoß

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Take a break at the NABU rest stop, with a magnificent view over the town and the whole valley, and enjoy the peace and quiet.

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35.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.4 km

8.81 km

4.27 km

4.23 km

438 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

22.0 km

8.08 km

3.02 km

2.02 km

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Highest point (710 m)

Lowest point (260 m)

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Sunday 11 October

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3°C

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