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Hesse
Vogelsbergkreis
Alsfeld

Flood Control Sluice – Along the Schwalm River loop from Alsfeld

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Mountain biking trails
Germany
Hesse
Vogelsbergkreis
Alsfeld

Flood Control Sluice – Along the Schwalm River loop from Alsfeld

Easy

4.7

(3)

13

riders

Flood Control Sluice – Along the Schwalm River loop from Alsfeld

01:06

19.6km

110m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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6.59 km

Flood Control Sluice

Highlight • Structure

It is hard to imagine that the entire surrounding area could be flooded if the retention basin were not there.

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2

7.07 km

An impressive view that is offered here. The idea that theoretically everything could be under water here is difficult to project in the mind's eye.

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3

7.23 km

View of Heidelbach

Highlight • Viewpoint

From here you have a wonderful view of the water retention basin.

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4

9.34 km

Picnic spot by the Schwalm

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A great section with a nice rest stop.

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5

9.83 km

Losemühle

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The rustic mill complex and its courtyard are a beautiful sight from the cycle path.

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6

12.9 km

The Schwalm

Highlight • River

7

13.0 km

Along the Schwalm River

Highlight (Segment) • River

A wonderful section between Heidelbach and Alsfeld. The cycle path runs almost continuously along the Schwalm and offers a wonderful view of the idyllic ambience of the meadows and meadows. One of my absolute favorite bike routes.

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19.6 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.2 km

1.02 km

896 m

366 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.3 km

6.92 km

357 m

< 100 m

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Tuesday 13 October

15°C

7°C

8 %

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