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Alheim

Welcome to Alheim, Hersfeld-Rotenburg - a destination that is definitely worth a visit due to its geographical location and special features as well as its tourist attractions and cultural highlights. As part of the federal state of Hesse, Alheim is located in the centre of Germany and thus offers an ideal starting point for discovery tours through the region.

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Mountain Bike · Central Fulda Valley
Alheimer bypass - or "relaxed from the chair"
recommended route Difficulty S2 difficult
Distance 48 km
Duration 4:45 h
Ascent 875 m
Descent 875 m

On the route, we bypass the Alheimerturm and the adjacent community that gives it its name. There is a full dose of art involved!

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from Richard Brand,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Rotenburg an der Fulda
From Heinebach via Alheimer to Rotenburg/Fulda
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 14.3 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 498 m
Descent 493 m

A not too elaborate route, but with a steep ascent to cross the Alheimer summit.

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from Andreas Skorka,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Mountain Bike · Waldhessen
Haseltal enclosure
recommended route Difficulty S1 moderate
Distance 37.9 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 320 m
Descent 320 m

Nice bypass of the Haseltal on the forested ridges to the west and east respectively.

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from Richard Brand,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Mountain Bike · Central Fulda Valley
Dammskopf - evening round
recommended route Difficulty S1 moderate
Distance 33.8 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 630 m
Descent 630 m

Technically moderately difficult round through the Braach Alps.

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from Richard Brand,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 62.1 km
Duration 2:50 h
Ascent 710 m
Descent 710 m

Four short climbs and one long beautiful descent through the Beise valley characterize the route.

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from Richard Brand,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Road Bike · Waldhessen
Stölzinger Mountains - round trip
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 50 km
Duration 2:20 h
Ascent 660 m
Descent 660 m

The mountains in East Hesse are rather tame, so you should not be "shocked" by the title of the route. The route is low-traffic with only short ...

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from Richard Brand,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Road Bike · Central Fulda Valley
Off to the mountains!
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 93.2 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 1,142 m
Descent 1,142 m

The route allows for intensive interval training with generous rest phases in the idyllic northern Hessian hilly landscape.

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from Richard Brand,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Long Distance Cycling · Kurhessisches Bergland
Melsungen - Bad Hersfeld Schleifenroute Stage 90 H
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 49.4 km
Duration 3:26 h
Ascent 43 m
Descent 11 m

This stage takes us from Melsungen to Bad Hersfeld. It is one of over 330 connected stages. We have included exciting points of interest for this ...

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from Awareness Deutschland MS,   Awareness Deutschland | die.blue.Charity & die.pink.Charity
Bicycle Rides · Rhön Mountains
Augsburg - Kassel Part 2 Nördlingen - Kassel
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 428 km
Duration 31:30 h
Ascent 1,992 m
Descent 2,283 m

Bike route via Rothenburg ob der T. - Würzburg - Fulda to Kassel. Mostly scenic along rivers. Larger climbs only before Ochsenfurt and near Fulda.

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from Ulrich Koppold,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Long Distance Cycling · Germany
Weser Cycle Path-Romantic Road (D-Route 9)
Premium content Difficulty difficult
Distance 1,221.3 km
Duration 86:00 h
Ascent 4,260 m
Descent 3,510 m

The D-Route 9 follows the Weser Cycle Path and Romantic Road over more than 1200 km from Cuxhaven to Füssen.

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from Wiebke Hillen,   Outdooractive Premium
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One of the most famous sights in Alheim is undoubtedly Romrod Castle, an impressive Renaissance castle from the 16th century with an eventful history. The ruins of Herzberg Castle or the historic old town of Rotenburg an der Fulda are also definitely worth a visit.

Culture lovers will enjoy numerous events, including festivals such as the "Bach Weekend" or concerts in the Bad Hersfeld town hall. Culinary delights are provided by regional specialities such as Ahle Wurscht (a smoked raw sausage), Handkäs' mit Musik (a sour cheese) or Ebbelwoi (apple wine).

Those who like to be active can relax on hikes through the Habichtswald Nature Park or along the river Fulda. In summer, a visit to the "Silbersee" lake is also tempting, where you can swim and sunbathe.

Even if it rains, there is plenty to do in Alheim: The Lullusglocke Museum displays interesting exhibits on the town history of Bad Hersfeld and the surrounding area, while the "Casablanca" cinema provides entertainment with its varied programme.

And where is it most beautiful in Alheim? That's hard to say, because every place has its own unique charm. Whether in the historic centre of Rotenburg or on a walk through the picturesque countryside - there is something to discover and enjoy everywhere.

So all in all, Alheim, Hersfeld-Rotenburg offers a successful mix of nature, culture and culinary delights as a travel destination. This travel guide is designed to help you get the most out of your stay!

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