Geierlay cycling loop

The bike route starts at the old station in Kastellaun. From Kastellaun, we take the Schinderhannes cycle path, which gently ascends through the new development area towards Bell station. Here we cross the Hunsrückhöhenstraße (B 327) and continue towards Bell. The route continues through the villages of Buch and Mörz. In Mörz, we can admire the Pilgrimage Church of the Assumption of Mary. From Mörz, we cycle on towards Mörsdorf. Here we head to the highest point of the route, the Geierlay suspension bridge. As soon as we reach the Geierlay Bridge, the bicycle becomes a "push object" because it is forbidden to cycle on this 85 cm narrow and 360 m long bridge. Once you have crossed the bridge, you can get back in the saddle. After a short ride, we reach the village of Sosberg. Then we ride down into the valley on hairpin bends. Here a rest area invites you to take a break, because then it goes uphill again. The path leads past Mastershausen towards the Gallows Tower. It was built as a replica of a watchtower on the Roman Limes and reminds of the old Roman road that ran nearby. It is recommended to climb the Gallows Tower as it offers a magnificent view over the Hunsrück to the Eifel and the Siebengebirge on clear days. The route then takes us to Leideneck and continues via Völkenroth and Rothenbergerhof to Kastellaun. We ride over the festival grounds of the Bell Market (big market day always on the penultimate Wednesday in July) before riding back to Kastellaun via Bell station.

Observe traffic rules, pay attention to other road users and ride at a suitable speed, especially on descents. Be considerate of other cyclists and pedestrians.

• Helmet
• Mobile phone with full battery
• Cash, ID
• Navigation device, maps
• Air pump / compressed air cartridge
• Spare tube
• Sufficient drinks
• Energy bars / gels
• Wind / rain jacket

THE photo motif par excellence is the Geierlay suspension bridge with a length of 360 meters and a height of 100 meters! Those who have some time can also visit the well-known Beller Kuhscheune in Bell and take a detour to the Bell lookout tower to enjoy the view over the Hunsrück heights. In Bell, you can also find the animal adventure park, where tigers, pumas, and native wild animals frolic.  

Via the Hunsrückhöhenstraße B 327 to Kastellaun.

Parking lot at the old station in Kastellaun.

Your public transport connections can be found at www.vrminfo.de.

Taking bicycles in the VRM area is free of charge from Monday to Friday after 9 a.m., and all day on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. Bicycle transport depends on the space available in the vehicles. Taking bicycles before 9 a.m. is unfortunately not possible.

www.bike-region-hunsrueck-nahe.de