Gaisberg Tower – Downhill trail to the Steigerweg loop from Dossenheim Nord

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Gaisberg Tower – Downhill trail to the Steigerweg loop from Dossenheim Nord

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Gaisberg Tower – Downhill trail to the Steigerweg loop from Dossenheim Nord

02:10

26.4km

600m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 13.5 km for 174 m

After 23.0 km for 71 m

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Train Station

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Rindenhäuschen is a viewpoint in Heidelberg

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Very challenging trail for tech-savvy mountain bikers.

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