The Karras Loop extends between Coswig and Moritzburg. Along the way on wonderful single-trail and dirt roads you will pass beautiful small ponds with water lillies, the Moritzburg Castle, extended views over the rolling hills and down into the Elbe River Valley from the Hoher Stein (you can even see the Meissen Castle on a clear day!).

The starting point for the loop is the Spitzgrundteich which has ample free parking and follows the suggested direction on the website (see below).

Here is a translation from the website about the Knights of Karras:

English (German version below):

"Main hiking trail (HW) 2 (Schwäbische Alb-Südrand-Weg) is, alongside HW 1, the oldest main hiking trail of the Schwäbischer Albverein, with a history stretching back over 100 years. It runs from Donauwörth along the southern edge of the Swabian Alb to Tuttlingen. Although the southern edge of the Swabian Alb offers less elevation than the Albtrauf on the northern side, HW 2 offers numerous cultural and natural attractions along its length of almost 290 kilometers, providing hikers with interesting variety.

The Minuteman Bikeway is a rail trail formed from a historic railroad corridor, dedicated in the early 1990s, and named to honor those who fought at Lexington and Concord. Its path connects present-day recreation and commuting with the region’s revolutionary history.

Key Historical Facts:

This 68.93-mile route from St. Augustine to Jax Beach and back follows A1A, a scenic coastal highway offering ocean views and charming beach towns. The mostly flat course (254 feet of elevation gain) has one notable incline: the bridge connecting Vilano Beach to Uptown St. Augustine. It passes through Vilano Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, and Jacksonville Beach, featuring a mix of urban roads, scenic highways, and waterfront vistas. Ideal for long-distance cycling or running.