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Cycling in Kelheim
Cycling from Kelheim offers a long 144 km ride to Vilshofen an der Donau with moderate climbing and varied surfaces including paved and gravel sections.
Riding in Kelheim in numbers
- 1
- 144 km
- 144 km
- 380 m
- Surface
- Paved almost throughout — 7 km of gravel or unpaved road across the routes
- Roads
- 8% of the riding on main roads without a cycle lane · 15 km on cycle paths or lanes
- High point
- 443 m on Kelheim to Vilshofen an der Donau
- Bail-outs
- A railway station or ferry within reach on 1 route
The ride in Kelheim
Cycling guide to Kelheim
Rides from Kelheim include a 144.3 km route to Vilshofen an der Donau passing many settlements such as Regensburg, Straubing, and Plattling. The route is predominantly paved with 93% hard surfaces and some gravel. Along the way, there are 14 railway stations near the route, providing transport options. The ride features a major climb spanning 3.4 km starting at 132 km with a gain of 115 m, reaching 426 m elevation. Riders will encounter about 11.6 km on main roads without cycle lanes, but there are 15 km of cycle paths on the route. Services can be sparse for nearly 13 km stretches.
- The route features mostly flat to rolling terrain with a total elevation gain of 380 m over the 144 km distance. The largest climb is 3.4 km long with an average gradient of 3.4% and a maximum of 8.2%, reaching a top height of 426 m. The highest point on the route is 443 m.