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Hochheim Bridge – Mainz Railway Bridge loop from Rüsselsheim

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Hochheim Bridge – Mainz Railway Bridge loop from Rüsselsheim

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Hochheim Bridge – Mainz Railway Bridge loop from Rüsselsheim

01:18

21.5km

50m

Cycling

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

Last updated: May 18, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 56 m for 70 m

Open: • 7:00 PM-8:00 AM (otherwise dismount required)

After 21.4 km for 70 m

Open: • 7:00 PM-8:00 AM (otherwise dismount required)

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1.29 km

Opelsteg

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The Opelsteg runs along the former Opelhafen. Previously this area was inaccessible. The Opel factory had to be bypassed extensively via Mainzer Strasse. The Opelsteg is a real highlight, which …

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6.04 km

Hochheim Bridge

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Very impressive bridge 👍🏼

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9.23 km

From the railway bridge that connects Mainz in Rhineland-Palatinate across the Rhine with Ginsheim-Gustavsburg in Hesse, you have a fantastic view of the Rhine, the mouth of the Main and ultimately a beautiful view of Mainz.

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9.79 km

Mainz Railway Bridge

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The steel railway truss bridge is simply called Südbrücke and connects Mainz across the Rhine with Gustavsburg. A curiosity: The northern of the two towers made of red brick at the western (Mainzer) end of the bridge is inhabited.

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10.2 km

Mainz South Bridge (View from the towpath)

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The Mainz Südbrücke connects the federal states of Hesse and Rhineland-Palatinate. The bridge is designed to have two tracks. Pedestrians and cyclists can also cross the Rhine on a footbridge attached to the outside of the bridge structure.

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