Holy Cross Church – Black Gate, Rottweil loop from Villingendorf

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Holy Cross Church – Black Gate, Rottweil loop from Villingendorf

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Holy Cross Church – Black Gate, Rottweil loop from Villingendorf

01:06

18.2km

150m

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: June 28, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 11.6 km for 71 m

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1.71 km

View of Villingendorf and Plettenberg

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At this point between Herrenzimmern and Villingendorf you have a wonderful panoramic view of the Plettenberg. The route is asphalted, easy to drive and invites you to take a short drink break.

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8.05 km

View of the Thyssenkrupp Test Tower from the Cycle Path

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10.2 km

View of the Thyssenkrupp Test Tower

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The 246 meter high test tower for high-speed elevators from Thyssenkrupp. If you like, you can take the panoramic elevator to Germany's highest viewing platform (232 meters).

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10.6 km

Historic House with Murals

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There are still a few of these houses - but the one with the great tower and in this solitary location is particularly impressive.

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11.4 km

Holy Cross Minster Rottweil

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In cathedrals, it's easy to get lost in the details. One could even argue whether this always has something to do with faith. I myself am always very impressed by …

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11.6 km

Black Gate, Rottweil

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Historic tower gate - which most people know from the Carnival. Every year, the Rottweil jesters start the traditional jester's leap through the gate. On this Carnival Saturday, I could …

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14.8 km

Covered Wooden Bridge on the Neckartal Cycle Path

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There's a nice section here too. And the bridge could be used as a shelter.

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15.3 km

View of the Thyssenkrupp Elevator Test Tower

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The Thyssen Tower is now part of every good bike tour. Always a good point of reference from a distance and very pompous and impressive from up close.
If you …

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