Heilbronn to Pforzheim

from Körner(Heilbronn Neckarufer)

to Thale(Pforzheim Stadtmitte)

E-Bike: 2h 27

Bike: 3h 22

54 kmDistance

1,120 mElevation Gain

4h 12mDuration

Difficulty

Traffic

Mostly Tarmac

Avoids Fast Roads

E-Bike

Gravel Bike

Cycle Path

Small Road

Description

The closing stage leaves the Neckar to climb gently into the wooded edge of the Black Forest, finishing in Pforzheim.

Route

53.8 km from Körner to Thale, 1120 m climbing, hard difficulty

Start Point

Körner

End Point

Thale

Country

Germany

Regions

Saxony, Thuringia, Thüringen

Recommended Months

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At a glance

Distance

54 km

Difficulty

Hard

Road type

Cycle Path, Small Road

Duration

4h 12m

Ascent

1,120 m

Suitable bikes

E-Bike, Gravel Bike

Surface

Mostly Tarmac (10-25% gravel)

Best time to ride

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F

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A

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Scenery

Cycling heritage

Culture

Nature

Traffic

4/5

· Quiet

Rated: 1 of 1 stages

Wind tendency for this stage

Light sidewind

Highlights along this route

Climb: 598m gain, 4.1% avg
Distance: 14.7 km, Max gradient: 9.7%, Peak: 819 m
Cycling-Specific
Climb: 479m gain, 6.9% avg
Distance: 7.0 km, Max gradient: 8.1%, Peak: 980 m
Cycling-Specific

Packing List

Essentials

Backpack

Water purification system

Hiking boots

Weather-appropriate clothing

Hat and sunglasses

Headlamp/flashlight

Multi-tool/knife

Hydration and Nutrition

Water bottles or hydration system

High-energy snacks

Lightweight, non-perishable meals

Navigation and Safety

Map and compass

First aid kit

Emergency whistle

Multi-day trekking poles

Lightweight, compact rain gear

Personal Items

Sunscreen

Insect repellent

Toiletries (travel-sized)

Quick-dry towel

Camera and/or smartphone

Portable charger

Documents and Communication

Identification

Emergency contact information

Cash and/or credit cards

Optional Extras

Binoculars

Trekking guidebook

Travel journal and pen