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Lauterbach Old Town – Schlitz River loop from Wallenrod

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Lauterbach Old Town – Schlitz River loop from Wallenrod

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Lauterbach Old Town – Schlitz River loop from Wallenrod

03:02

50.4km

390m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 20, 2026

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Magerrasen bei Lauterbach und Kalkberge bei Schwarz

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6.47 km

Lauterbach Old Town and Strolch Statue

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The Lauterbacher Strolch is a bronze figure that stands in the river bed of the Lauter. The figure is based on the Lauterbach Strumpflied, which goes like this: “In Lauterbach …

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6.79 km

The Lauter River in Lauterbach

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The Lauter is the 27.9 kilometers long, left source river of the Schlitz. It flows through Lauterbach and gave the city its name. In Bad Salzschlirf it flows together with …

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6.80 km

Lauterbach Old Town – Entrance to the Vulkan Cycle Route

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On my tour from Fulda to Hanau, Lauterbach was my entry point onto the Vulkanradweg.

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6.87 km

Lauterbach Old Town

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A very nice old town with well-preserved half-timbered houses.

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12.1 km

View of Wartenberg Castle Ruins

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The ruin is cared for by an association in an exemplary manner.

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24.1 km

Schlitz River

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The Schlitz is created by the Lauter and Altefeld and flows into the Fulda.

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30.5 km

Schlitz River along the railway cycle path

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Like the entire cycle path, this section is well developed. A normal trekking bike is sufficient.

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36.1 km

View of Wartenberg Castle Ruins

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State-wide further education institution for the musical field. The pact for the academy is open and should definitely be viewed.

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50.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

22.4 km

12.7 km

7.86 km

5.81 km

1.04 km

559 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

47.8 km

1.75 km

727 m

120 m

Elevation

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

Weather

Thursday 25 June

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19°C

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Comments

August 9, 2023,Von Lauterbach nach Schlitz und zurück

Another section on the Vulkanradweg. The next step is to close the gap between Lauterbach and Hartmannshain. Then I want to cycle at least to Glauburg.

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September 20, 2024,Vulkanradweg 3.Etappe von Lauterbach nach Schlitz

So today is the 3rd stage on the volcano cycle path from Lauterbach to Schlitz.
We explored the beautiful old town in Schlitz and then went to the back tower. The tower guide "Udo" was waiting for us here and we were given a little history of the castle town of Schlitz, then we went up the tower at a …

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June 13, 2023,Regeneration

Brought the car to be repaired and made a short tour to Bad Salzschlirf and Schlitz, each with an extensive tour, to bridge the gap. After yesterday's strenuous tour you can do that.

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June 1, 2023,Vulkanradweg zwischen Schlitz und Herbstein Do1.6.2023

A magnificent section of the Vulkanradweg in the Vogelsberg mountains. It offers a nice change between fringing bush hedges and open countryside with great views. And again a treat for ears and soul thanks to the loud singing of countless little feather friends! Dear goodness, how such magnificent euphonies can arise in these little throats!

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Lauterbach Old Town – Schlitz River loop from Wallenrod

Lauterbach Old Town and Strolch Statue

The Lauter River in Lauterbach

Lauterbach Old Town – Entrance to the Vulkan Cycle Route

Lauterbach Old Town

View of Wartenberg Castle Ruins

Schlitz River

Schlitz River along the railway cycle path

View of Wartenberg Castle Ruins

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