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Vine & Root Round

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  • Cycling along a poppy field near Niederkirchen.
    Cycling along a poppy field near Niederkirchen.
    Photo: Dominik Ketz, CC BY-SA, Pfalz Touristik e.V.

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    The varied barrier-free cycle route connects the distinctive vineyard landscape of the German Wine Route with the vegetable garden of Vorderpfalz. It runs along the edge of the Haardt through small and large wine towns, past vineyards, fields, and stone witnesses of a turbulent history.

    Open
    moderate
    Distance 69.6 km
    4:45 h
    151 m
    151 m
    155 m
    100 m

    Thanks to several cross-connections, the length of the routes can be varied individually. “Enjoy leisurely”: The well-known wine town of Deidesheim can be explored on two barrier-free circular walks. In Bad Dürkheim, the extensive spa park with its Kneipp facility and graduation tower invites you to stop by. Numerous publicly accessible artworks can be admired in Gönnheim, and in Haßloch, in addition to the barrier-low cultural quarter with the “Oldest House,” a visit to the bird park is worthwhile. Hovering above Neustadt an der Weinstraße is Hambach Castle, the cradle of German democracy. A barrier-free adventure tour leads through the historic old town of the wine metropolis.

    UFFBASSE! - Campaign for considerate behavior in nature

    • Travel considerately - Always behave predictably, kindly, and considerately towards everyone you meet on the way. This is especially true on agricultural paths where winemakers, farmers, and foresters also work on weekends.
    • Picnic & litter - Remember a rubbish bag for the way and take waste back home. Use only the furnished rest areas for breaks and picnics.
    • Nature conservation - Stay on designated paths and avoid unnecessary noise when you are in nature. Leave the forest at twilight at the latest to not disturb the rhythm of nocturnal animals.

    More information at www.pfalz.de/uffbasse

    Author’s recommendation

    Along the route, there are many experiences that have been certified as "Travel for All" and are accessible with little to no barriers.

    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Experience
    Landscape
    Highest point
    155 m
    Lowest point
    100 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 95.64%Path 0%Road 4.34%
    Asphalt
    66.6 km
    Path
    7 m
    Road
    3 km
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    Safety information

    Cycling on agricultural paths - Our cycling routes often run on paths shared with others. We therefore ask for considerate and friendly behavior at all times. Winemakers, farmers, and foresters use these agricultural paths through fields, forests, and vineyards for their daily work – even on weekends. Due to work operations and/or weather conditions, the paths can sometimes be more heavily soiled. Special care is also required when crossing streets in and around Palatinate towns. Path closures and detours must be strictly observed.

    Danger situations - Should an emergency arise, quick help is needed. And even though mobile phones can send GPS signals, the classic rescue points are often the fastest option. These are located at places accessible to emergency vehicles. Remember the points with the green signs and a white cross. In case of emergency, return there and give the number on the sign during your emergency call. This way, rescue workers will know where to find you. 

    Tips and suggestions

    The Vine & Root Round is part of the barrier-free cycling network in the Bad Dürkheim district and the city of Neustadt an der Weinstraße and nominated as "Project of the Year" for the Rhineland-Palatinate Tourism Award 2024.

    Roadbook

    The Vine & Root Round is continuously signposted and marked with a corresponding route logo (carrot and red grape on a white background). Thanks to some signposted and also barrier-free developed cross-connections, the route can be individually adjusted and shortened - for example between Forst and Niederkirchen, Deidesheim and Niederkirchen, or within Haßloch. In addition, the access routes to and from train stations, scenic town centers, or facilities are also signposted and developed. A sample photo for the barrier-free cycle path signage is stored in the media gallery.

    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    Along the route, various train stations offer connections to local and long-distance public transport: Bad Dürkheim, Deidesheim, Haßloch, Neustadt/ Wstr. (long-distance station, not directly on the route), Neustadt-Böbig, and Wachenheim.

    Timetable information: via the DB travel information and the DB Navigator app.

    Bike transport is allowed in regional trains in the Palatinate (Rhine-Neckar Transport Association (VRN)) - on weekdays between 6 and 9 a.m. for a fee, otherwise free of charge. Passengers, strollers, and wheelchairs are given priority if space is limited.

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    Directions

    The route is accessible via the A650 to Bad Dürkheim or the A65 to Haßloch, Deidesheim, or Neustadt/ Wstr.

    Parking

    Please park only in designated parking spaces and always keep access routes for emergency vehicles as well as work paths in the forest and vineyards clear. For overnight stays in campers & caravans, there are specifically designated motorhome parking spaces.

    Coordinates

    DD
    49.461953, 8.173386
    DMS
    49°27'43.0"N 8°10'24.2"E
    UTM
    32U 440100 5479139
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    Cycle path network Bad Dürkheim - Neustadt
    Badge Accessibility-certified
    Accessibility-certified
    This audit report was prepared by: Reisen für Alle
    Certification period: April 01, 2024 - March 31, 2027
    partially accessible

    Reasonably usable, but not completely accessible.

    • Parking for disabled people
    Buildings
    • Stepless access to the building/object/terrain (via elevator/ramp if needed)
    • Further rooms and facilities are all accessible without stairs or by using an elevator/a ramp
    • 90 cm minimum width of all passages/doors
    • 80 cm minimum width of all passages/doors
    • 70 cm minimum width of all passages/doors
    • Toilets for disabled people
    • Laterally accessible toilet for wheelchairs
    • Foldable grab bar for wheelchairs at the toilet, on the accessible side as a minimum

    All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - partially accessible for people with walking disabilities and wheelchair users".

    Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

    Cycle path network at a glance

    • There is at least one parking space for people with disabilities at the following locations: Bad Dürkheim (corner of Am Rathaus/Mannheimer Straße), Deidesheim (TI, adventure garden, alla hopp facility), Haßloch (at the train station, at the bird park) and Neustadt a. d. W. (fairground parking lot).
    • The cycle path network has a total length of approx. 75 km.
    • The cycle paths are stepless and accessible without steps.
    • The cycle paths are mostly 250 cm wide. The narrowest passage is 103 cm (between bollards). 
    • The cycle paths are mostly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete paving). There are short sections that are moderately or poorly passable. 
    • The cycle paths are predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. There are longitudinal gradients of up to 12%.
    • The cycle network mainly runs along separate cycle paths, 30 km/h roads or service/forest roads. Short sections run along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h, mostly with little motor vehicle traffic (less than 2,000 vehicles/day).
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly safe. 
    • There are few danger spots (places with moderate visibility, etc.) or unsecured crossings (e.g. across a road with a speed limit of 50 km/h).
    • The routes are clearly, uniformly and consistently signposted.
    • There are few rest areas/weather protection stations. Details can be found in the test report.
    • Barrier-free WC facilities are available at the following locations along the route: Haßloch station forecourt (WC container), Bad Dürkheim station area, Neustadt a. d. W. fairground, Ruppertsberg town hall, Deidesheim adventure garden, Niederkirchen near Deidesheim (corner of Hauptstraße/Hintergasse) and in Meckenheim. Details can be found in the test report.

    Section Bad Dürkheim - Birkenheide - Ellerstadt - Gönnheim - Friedelsheim - Bad Dürkheim

    • The circular route has a total length of 19 km.
    • The cycle path is mainly 250 cm wide. The narrowest section is 180 cm wide over a length of approx. 250 m. There are bollards with a clearance width of at least 147 cm. 
    • The cycle path is mostly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete block paving). There are short sections that are moderately or poorly passable. 
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. There are some longitudinal gradients of up to 8% over a length of 110 m.
    • The cycle route mainly runs along separate cycle paths, 30 km/h roads or service/forestry roads. Short sections run along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h and little vehicle traffic (less than 2,000 vehicles/day).
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly safe. 
    • There is one danger spot (moderately visible spot) or unsecured crossing (via a road with a speed limit of 50 km/h).

    Section Bad Dürkheim - Wachenheim - Forst a. d. W. - Deidesheim

    • The route has a total length of 10 km.
    • The cycle path is mainly 250 cm wide. The narrowest section is 147 cm wide over a length of approx. 130 m. There are bollards/barriers with a clearance width of at least 135 cm. 
    • The cycle path is mostly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete paving). There are short sections that are moderately passable or not low-vibration (e.g. cobblestones in and near Forst).
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. There are longitudinal gradients of up to 12% over a length of 5 m.
    • The cycle route mainly runs along separate cycle paths, 30 km/h roads or service/forestry roads.
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly safe. One crossing in the bend is currently very difficult to see.
    • There is a danger point (steep entrance with poor visibility).

    Section Deidesheim - Meckenheim - Haßloch - Neustadt a. d. W. - Mußbach - Ruppertsberg - Deidesheim 

    • The circular route has a total length of 38 km.
    • The cycle path is mainly 250 cm wide. One 100 m long section is 180 cm wide. There are obstacles/frame barriers with a passage width of at least 103 cm. 
    • The cycle path is mostly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete paving). There are short sections that are moderately or poorly passable. 
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. There are longitudinal gradients of up to 10% over a length of 20 m.
    • The cycle route mainly runs along separate cycle paths, 30 km/h roads or service/forestry roads. There are short sections that run along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h.
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly safe. 
    • There is one unsecured crossing of a 50 km/h road.

    Section Niederkirchen - Wachenheim

    • The route has a total length of 7.6 km.
    • The cycle path is at least 250 cm wide. 
    • The cycle path is predominantly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete slabs).
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. 
    • The cycle path mainly runs along 30 km/h roads or farm/forest roads. There is a short section that runs along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h and low vehicle traffic (less than 2,000 vehicles/day).
    • Crossings of roads and railroad tracks are necessary. The crossings are partially secured.

    Section Niederkirchen - Forst a. d. W.

    • The route has a total length of 4.6 km.
    • The cycle path is at least 250 cm wide. 
    • The cycle path is predominantly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete paving).
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. 
    • The cycle path mainly runs along 30 km/h roads or farm/forest roads. There is a short section that runs along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h and low vehicle traffic (less than 2,000 vehicles/day).
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly secured.
    Audit Report: PDF report on accessibility for Walking disability and wheelchair users
    partially accessible

    Reasonably usable, but not completely accessible.

    All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - partially accessible for people with hearing impairment and deaf people".

    Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

    Cycle path network at a glance

    • There is at least one parking space for people with disabilities at the following locations: Bad Dürkheim (corner of Am Rathaus/Mannheimer Straße), Deidesheim (TI, adventure garden, alla hopp facility), Haßloch (at the train station, at the bird park) and Neustadt a. d. W. (fairground parking lot).
    • The cycle path network has a total length of approx. 75 km.
    • The cycle paths are stepless and accessible without steps.
    • The cycle paths are mostly 250 cm wide. The narrowest passage is 103 cm (between bollards). 
    • The cycle paths are mostly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete paving). There are short sections that are moderately or poorly passable. 
    • The cycle paths are predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. There are longitudinal gradients of up to 12%.
    • The cycle network mainly runs along separate cycle paths, 30 km/h roads or service/forest roads. Short sections run along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h, mostly with little motor vehicle traffic (less than 2,000 vehicles/day).
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly safe. 
    • There are few danger spots (places with moderate visibility, etc.) or unsecured crossings (e.g. across a road with a speed limit of 50 km/h).
    • The routes are clearly, uniformly and consistently signposted.
    • There are no barrier-free descriptions of the cycle path network.
    • There are few rest areas/weather protection stations. Details can be found in the test report.
    • Barrier-free WC facilities are available at the following locations along the route: Haßloch station forecourt (WC container), Bad Dürkheim station area, Neustadt a. d. W. fairground, Ruppertsberg town hall, Deidesheim adventure garden, Niederkirchen near Deidesheim (corner of Hauptstraße/Hintergasse) and in Meckenheim. Details can be found in the test report.

    Section Bad Dürkheim - Birkenheide - Ellerstadt - Gönnheim - Friedelsheim - Bad Dürkheim

    • The circular route has a total length of 19 km.
    • The cycle path is mainly 250 cm wide. The narrowest section is 180 cm wide over a length of approx. 250 m. There are bollards with a clearance width of at least 147 cm. 
    • The cycle path is mostly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete block paving). There are short sections that are moderately or poorly passable. 
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. There are some longitudinal gradients of up to 8% over a length of 110 m.
    • The cycle route mainly runs along separate cycle paths, 30 km/h roads or service/forestry roads. Short sections run along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h and little vehicle traffic (less than 2,000 vehicles/day).
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly safe. 
    • There is one danger spot (moderately visible spot) or unsecured crossing (via a road with a speed limit of 50 km/h).

    Section Bad Dürkheim - Wachenheim - Forst a. d. W. - Deidesheim

    • The route has a total length of 10 km.
    • The cycle path is mainly 250 cm wide. The narrowest section is 147 cm wide over a length of approx. 130 m. There are bollards/barriers with a clearance width of at least 135 cm. 
    • The cycle path is mostly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete paving). There are short sections that are moderately passable or not low-vibration (e.g. cobblestones in and near Forst).
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. There are longitudinal gradients of up to 12% over a length of 5 m.
    • The cycle route mainly runs along separate cycle paths, 30 km/h roads or service/forestry roads.
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly safe. One crossing in the bend is currently very difficult to see.
    • There is a danger point (steep entrance with poor visibility).

    Section Deidesheim - Meckenheim - Haßloch - Neustadt a. d. W. - Mußbach - Ruppertsberg - Deidesheim 

    • The circular route has a total length of 38 km.
    • The cycle path is mainly 250 cm wide. One 100 m long section is 180 cm wide. There are obstacles/frame barriers with a passage width of at least 103 cm. 
    • The cycle path is mostly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete paving). There are short sections that are moderately or poorly passable. 
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. There are longitudinal gradients of up to 10% over a length of 20 m.
    • The cycle route mainly runs along separate cycle paths, 30 km/h roads or service/forestry roads. There are short sections that run along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h.
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly safe. 
    • There is one unsecured crossing of a 50 km/h road.

    Section Niederkirchen - Wachenheim

    • The route has a total length of 7.6 km.
    • The cycle path is at least 250 cm wide. 
    • The cycle path is predominantly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete slabs).
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. 
    • The cycle path mainly runs along 30 km/h roads or farm/forest roads. There is a short section that runs along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h and low vehicle traffic (less than 2,000 vehicles/day).
    • Crossings of roads and railroad tracks are necessary. The crossings are partially secured.

    Section Niederkirchen - Forst a. d. W.

    • The route has a total length of 4.6 km.
    • The cycle path is at least 250 cm wide. 
    • The cycle path is predominantly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete paving).
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. 
    • The cycle path mainly runs along 30 km/h roads or farm/forest roads. There is a short section that runs along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h and low vehicle traffic (less than 2,000 vehicles/day).
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly secured.
    Audit Report: PDF report on accessibility for Hearing impaired and deaf
    partially accessible

    Reasonably usable, but not completely accessible.

    • Assistance dogs are welcome

    All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - partially accessible for people with visual impairments and blind people".

    Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

    Cycle path network at a glance

    • There is at least one parking space for people with disabilities at the following locations: Bad Dürkheim (corner of Am Rathaus/Mannheimer Straße), Deidesheim (TI, adventure garden, alla hopp facility), Haßloch (at the train station, at the bird park) and Neustadt a. d. W. (fairground parking lot).
    • The cycle path network has a total length of approx. 75 km.
    • The cycle paths are stepless and accessible without steps.
    • The cycle paths are mostly 250 cm wide. The narrowest passage is 103 cm (between bollards). 
    • The cycle paths are mostly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete paving). There are short sections that are moderately or poorly passable. 
    • The cycle paths are predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. There are longitudinal gradients of up to 12%.
    • The cycle network mainly runs along separate cycle paths, 30 km/h roads or service/forest roads. Short sections run along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h, mostly with little motor vehicle traffic (less than 2,000 vehicles/day).
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly safe. 
    • There are few danger spots (places with moderate visibility, etc.) or unsecured crossings (e.g. across a road with a speed limit of 50 km/h).
    • The routes are clearly, uniformly and consistently signposted.
    • There are no barrier-free descriptions of the cycle path network.
    • There are few rest areas/weather protection stations. Details can be found in the test report.
    • Barrier-free WC facilities are available at the following locations along the route: Haßloch station forecourt (WC container), Bad Dürkheim station area, Neustadt a. d. W. fairground, Ruppertsberg town hall, Deidesheim adventure garden, Niederkirchen near Deidesheim (corner of Hauptstraße/Hintergasse) and in Meckenheim. Details can be found in the test report.

    Section Bad Dürkheim - Birkenheide - Ellerstadt - Gönnheim - Friedelsheim - Bad Dürkheim

    • The circular route has a total length of 19 km.
    • The cycle path is mainly 250 cm wide. The narrowest section is 180 cm wide over a length of approx. 250 m. There are bollards with a clearance width of at least 147 cm. 
    • The cycle path is mostly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete block paving). There are short sections that are moderately or poorly passable. 
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. There are some longitudinal gradients of up to 8% over a length of 110 m.
    • The cycle route mainly runs along separate cycle paths, 30 km/h roads or service/forestry roads. Short sections run along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h and little vehicle traffic (less than 2,000 vehicles/day).
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly safe. 
    • There is one danger spot (moderately visible spot) or unsecured crossing (via a road with a speed limit of 50 km/h).

    Section Bad Dürkheim - Wachenheim - Forst a. d. W. - Deidesheim

    • The route has a total length of 10 km.
    • The cycle path is mainly 250 cm wide. The narrowest section is 147 cm wide over a length of approx. 130 m. There are bollards/barriers with a clearance width of at least 135 cm. 
    • The cycle path is mostly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete paving). There are short sections that are moderately passable or not low-vibration (e.g. cobblestones in and near Forst).
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. There are longitudinal gradients of up to 12% over a length of 5 m.
    • The cycle route mainly runs along separate cycle paths, 30 km/h roads or service/forestry roads.
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly safe. One crossing in the bend is currently very difficult to see.
    • There is a danger point (steep entrance with poor visibility).

    Section Deidesheim - Meckenheim - Haßloch - Neustadt a. d. W. - Mußbach - Ruppertsberg - Deidesheim 

    • The circular route has a total length of 38 km.
    • The cycle path is mainly 250 cm wide. One 100 m long section is 180 cm wide. There are obstacles/frame barriers with a passage width of at least 103 cm. 
    • The cycle path is mostly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete paving). There are short sections that are moderately or poorly passable. 
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. There are longitudinal gradients of up to 10% over a length of 20 m.
    • The cycle route mainly runs along separate cycle paths, 30 km/h roads or service/forestry roads. There are short sections that run along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h.
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly safe. 
    • There is one unsecured crossing of a 50 km/h road.

    Section Niederkirchen - Wachenheim

    • The route has a total length of 7.6 km.
    • The cycle path is at least 250 cm wide. 
    • The cycle path is predominantly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete slabs).
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. 
    • The cycle path mainly runs along 30 km/h roads or farm/forest roads. There is a short section that runs along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h and low vehicle traffic (less than 2,000 vehicles/day).
    • Crossings of roads and railroad tracks are necessary. The crossings are partially secured.

    Section Niederkirchen - Forst a. d. W.

    • The route has a total length of 4.6 km.
    • The cycle path is at least 250 cm wide. 
    • The cycle path is predominantly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete paving).
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. 
    • The cycle path mainly runs along 30 km/h roads or farm/forest roads. There is a short section that runs along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h and low vehicle traffic (less than 2,000 vehicles/day).
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly secured.
    Audit Report: PDF report on accessibility for Visually impaired and blind
    not classified

    Insufficient information or not accessible.

    Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

    Cycle path network at a glance

    • There is at least one parking space for people with disabilities at the following locations: Bad Dürkheim (corner of Am Rathaus/Mannheimer Straße), Deidesheim (TI, adventure garden, alla hopp facility), Haßloch (at the train station, at the bird park) and Neustadt a. d. W. (fairground parking lot).
    • The cycle path network has a total length of approx. 75 km.
    • The cycle paths are stepless and accessible without steps.
    • The cycle paths are mostly 250 cm wide. The narrowest passage is 103 cm (between bollards). 
    • The cycle paths are mostly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete paving). There are short sections that are moderately or poorly passable. 
    • The cycle paths are predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. There are longitudinal gradients of up to 12%.
    • The cycle network mainly runs along separate cycle paths, 30 km/h roads or service/forest roads. Short sections run along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h, mostly with little motor vehicle traffic (less than 2,000 vehicles/day).
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly safe. 
    • There are few danger spots (places with moderate visibility, etc.) or unsecured crossings (e.g. across a road with a speed limit of 50 km/h).
    • The routes are clearly, uniformly and consistently signposted.
    • There are no barrier-free descriptions of the cycle path network.
    • There are few rest areas/weather protection stations. Details can be found in the test report.
    • Barrier-free WC facilities are available at the following locations along the route: Haßloch station forecourt (WC container), Bad Dürkheim station area, Neustadt a. d. W. fairground, Ruppertsberg town hall, Deidesheim adventure garden, Niederkirchen near Deidesheim (corner of Hauptstraße/Hintergasse) and in Meckenheim. Details can be found in the test report.

    Section Bad Dürkheim - Birkenheide - Ellerstadt - Gönnheim - Friedelsheim - Bad Dürkheim

    • The circular route has a total length of 19 km.
    • The cycle path is mainly 250 cm wide. The narrowest section is 180 cm wide over a length of approx. 250 m. There are bollards with a clearance width of at least 147 cm. 
    • The cycle path is mostly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete block paving). There are short sections that are moderately or poorly passable. 
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. There are some longitudinal gradients of up to 8% over a length of 110 m.
    • The cycle route mainly runs along separate cycle paths, 30 km/h roads or service/forestry roads. Short sections run along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h and little vehicle traffic (less than 2,000 vehicles/day).
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly safe. 
    • There is one danger spot (moderately visible spot) or unsecured crossing (via a road with a speed limit of 50 km/h).

    Section Bad Dürkheim - Wachenheim - Forst a. d. W. - Deidesheim

    • The route has a total length of 10 km.
    • The cycle path is mainly 250 cm wide. The narrowest section is 147 cm wide over a length of approx. 130 m. There are bollards/barriers with a clearance width of at least 135 cm. 
    • The cycle path is mostly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete paving). There are short sections that are moderately passable or not low-vibration (e.g. cobblestones in and near Forst).
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. There are longitudinal gradients of up to 12% over a length of 5 m.
    • The cycle route mainly runs along separate cycle paths, 30 km/h roads or service/forestry roads.
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly safe. One crossing in the bend is currently very difficult to see.
    • There is a danger point (steep entrance with poor visibility).

    Section Deidesheim - Meckenheim - Haßloch - Neustadt a. d. W. - Mußbach - Ruppertsberg - Deidesheim 

    • The circular route has a total length of 38 km.
    • The cycle path is mainly 250 cm wide. One 100 m long section is 180 cm wide. There are obstacles/frame barriers with a passage width of at least 103 cm. 
    • The cycle path is mostly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete paving). There are short sections that are moderately or poorly passable. 
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. There are longitudinal gradients of up to 10% over a length of 20 m.
    • The cycle route mainly runs along separate cycle paths, 30 km/h roads or service/forestry roads. There are short sections that run along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h.
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly safe. 
    • There is one unsecured crossing of a 50 km/h road.

    Section Niederkirchen - Wachenheim

    • The route has a total length of 7.6 km.
    • The cycle path is at least 250 cm wide. 
    • The cycle path is predominantly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete slabs).
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. 
    • The cycle path mainly runs along 30 km/h roads or farm/forest roads. There is a short section that runs along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h and low vehicle traffic (less than 2,000 vehicles/day).
    • Crossings of roads and railroad tracks are necessary. The crossings are partially secured.

    Section Niederkirchen - Forst a. d. W.

    • The route has a total length of 4.6 km.
    • The cycle path is at least 250 cm wide. 
    • The cycle path is predominantly easy to walk and ride on (asphalt, concrete paving).
    • The cycle path is predominantly flat with moderate longitudinal gradients of up to 6%. 
    • The cycle path mainly runs along 30 km/h roads or farm/forest roads. There is a short section that runs along roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h and low vehicle traffic (less than 2,000 vehicles/day).
    • Road crossings are necessary. The crossings are mostly secured.
    Audit Report: PDF report on accessibility for Cognitive disability

    Equipment

    For our cycling routes, we recommend the following equipment as standard:

    • (Touring) bike; on hillier routes, more gears or electric support provide greater comfort
    • Bicycle helmet
    • bike-appropriate clothing, also for bad weather
    • bicycle bag for storing equipment and provisions
    • sunglasses or protective glasses, also protects against insects
    • smartphone with the Rhineland-Palatinate app for navigation and information on sights, dining options along the route, and more
    • essential tools and spare parts, possibly charging accessories for e-bikes
    • sun protection, especially on routes through fields & vineyards

    Localization

    Parts of this content were machine translated from German.

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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    69.6 km
    Duration
    4:45 h
    Ascent
    151 m
    Descent
    151 m
    Highest point
    155 m
    Lowest point
    100 m
    Accessibility Public-transport-friendly Round trip Scenic Refreshment stops available Family-friendly Cultural/historical interest Accessibility

    Accessibility

    Walking disability and wheelchair users

    partially accessible

    Hearing impaired and deaf

    partially accessible

    Visually impaired and blind

    partially accessible

    Cognitive disability

    not classified

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