Glan-Blies Cycle Route - Stage 3 (Schönenberg-Kübelberg - Ulmet)
Long Distance Cycling
From Lake Ohmbachsee, you return to the Glan and the path continues to Glan-Münchweiler along the idyllic route of the former Glan Valley Railway, which follows the river. Parallel to the railway line, along which trains run hourly between Glan-Münchweiler and Altenglan, the cycle route is largely flat and traffic-free as it heads downstream.
After Altenglan, the remaining section of track is used by some very different vehicles – the
pedal-powered draisine line follows the Blies Cycle Route to the Nahe Cycle Route.
- Type Long Distance Cycling
- Difficulty easy
- Duration 2:00 h
- Distance 26,2 km
- Ascent 41 m
- Descent 99 m
- Lowest point 190 m
- Highest point 259 m
Directions:
Following the Glan Valley Railway line from Schönenberg-Kübelberg, the route is always straight with only a few intersections. The lights in Elschbach tunnel are switched on via a motion detector, but it is noticeably darker inside than out – please be careful. In Nanzdietschweiler, the route leads straight through the village, with two steep ramps near the Kurpfalzhalle civic hall as the old bridge is out of action. The route continues along the railway line to Glan-Münchweiler. The railway line from Kaiserslautern to Kusel is still in use, so the crossing features narrow cycle barriers. A new cycle path has been created next to the railway line from Glan-Münchweiler to Rehweiler. In Rehweiler, you cross the line to the left and follow an agricultural road to Matzenbach. After Matzenbach, the route continues on a quiet road to Theisbergstegen via Godelhausen. At the train station, you pass through the former quarry to reach Altenglan. The route leads onto the main road, which runs in an S-shape between Altenglan and the district of Mühlbach. Turn right after the left-hand bend onto the railway path and continue straight ahead past the train station. Continue on asphalt paths and local roads to Ulmet via Bedesbach and Erdesbach.
A good bike, time to explore, and something to eat – that’s all you need on this easy stage.
Please wear a helmet. Touring bicycle or bike with multiple gears, weatherproof clothing, drinks and supplies.
Tip: The Glan Valley draisine railway line, a kind of bicycle on rails, runs between Altenglan and Staudernheim and is a unique experience. You can continue your journey by draisine from here, as bicycles can be transported. Information and reservations:
www.draisinentour.de
Although there is lighting in Elschbach tunnel, there is a huge difference between the external and internal light levels, especially on sunny days. Please remove your sunglasses and reduce your speed before entering.
Cyclists must obey the German highway code (StVo).
Schönenberg-Kübelberg
A6 to Waldmohr exit
B423 to Schönenberg-Kübelberg
Ulmet
A62 to Kusel exit
B420 to Ulmet
This tour is easily accessible by bus and rail.
Schönenberg-Kübelberg
By rail to Homburg/Saar
Bus 280 to Schönenberg-Kübelberg – buses with bicycle trailers run on weekends in the summer months, so bikes can be transported.
Ulmet
By rail to Kusel
Bus 270 to Ulmet – buses with bicycle trailers run on weekends in the summer months, so bikes can be transported.
The return journey is also possible using public transport - bus 270 to Kusel, where you change to bus 280 to Schönenberg-Kübelberg.
Timetable information is available from the Hin und Weg travel centre in Kusel: 06381 424 270 or at www.vrn.de
Free Glan-Blies Cycle Route leaflet - Glan-Blies route - touristinformation@kv-kus.de or
Free overview map “Cycling in the Palatine Uplands” - touristinformation@kv-kus.de;
Glan-Blies Cycle Route - 1:50,000 scale cycle map available for a fee
www.pfaelzerbergland.de