Al's Ride Club

RIDE RECAP:

Today, we rode a short course along the picturesque and winding route through the countryside along the river Main from Hammelburg to Gemünden.

This was a nice easy recovery ride with over 50 riders. A great day to just relax and recover. Thanks to everyone who participated today!

PHOTOS:

HISTORICAL:

The first mention of the town was in 741, and Charlemagne gave the town to a church entity in 777 A.D. Even then, it was known as a wine-producing area.

Saaleck Castle on the outskirts was built in the 12th century to guard the town, which had a strategic location on a ford of the Saale River, and was at the crossroads of two important trade routes.

Hammelburg was caught up in German’s religious struggles in the 16th century. The citizens chose to follow Martin Luther’s teachings in spite of being in a Catholic jurisdiction, but were later forced to become Catholic because of the faith of their rulers. 120 Protestant families moved away in 1604 because of this. (Uncommon Travel Germany)

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Route Details:

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