Mountain bike rental

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mountain bike rental

RPTU's location right next to the Palatinate Forest makes it easy to go for a short bike ride during your lunch break. From April to the end of September, students, employees and guests can borrow high-quality mountain bikes free of charge during CampusPause times. In addition to the bikes, you can also hire gloves and helmets from us so that you are perfectly equipped for your tours. You can find the latest information on our social media channels.

Rental conditions

1. helmet and gloves are compulsory, but you are welcome to borrow them from us free of charge.

2. the rental is free of charge, but we need a 20€ deposit & an identification document (identity card or similar).

3. you can only rent the bikes during the rental times, overnight rental is not possible.

4. if you have had a fall - no problem - just let us know when you return the bike.

5. the MTBs are very expensive - please handle the bikes with care!

Route suggestions

To use the tours, you need to download the "Komoot" app from the Appstore or Playstore and register. To be able to use the app free of charge in and around Kaiserslautern, you must enter "Kaiserslautern" as the free region.

So: download the app, get on your bike and enjoy one of our MTB route suggestions!

Tour 1 - Directly to the Humbergturm

This mountain bike classic is a great alternative to get to the famous Humberg Tower. Once at the top, a unique view of the city of Kaiserslautern awaits you, after which you return to the university grounds along the main path.

  • Length: 8.2km
  • Elevation gain: 170m
  • Duration: approx. 30-45 min
  • Level: beginners to experts

Click here for the route

Tour 2 - Highlight tour: Humbergturm - Wildpark- Beilstein

This tour, which runs through the Palatinate Forest, shows you some sights with a few trail sections. First, you head up to the Humberg Tower, which promises a unique view of Kaiserslautern. Then it's on to the Kaiserslautern Wildlife Park, where you can continue your exploration of nature and its animals. The last major stop is the Beilstein castle ruins, where you can learn about the history of Kaiserslautern. From there you return to the university campus.

  • Length: 22.9km
  • Elevation gain: 400m
  • Duration: 2-3 hours
  • Level: beginners to experts

Click here for the route

Tour 3 - Sporty tour to Mölschbach

This tour is connected with many trails that promise an experience both downhill and uphill. It is a circular tour to Mölschbach and back to the university grounds.

  • Length: 24.5km
  • Elevation gain: 560m
  • Duration: 3.5-4 hours
  • Level: advanced to expert

Click here for the route

FACTS

Where: opposite CampusPause (in front of building 30)

When*:

  • Summer semester: Mon.-Thurs. 11:30 - 15:00, Fri. 11:30 - 14:00**
  • Summer semester break (until the end of September): Mon.-Thurs. 11:30 - 14:00***


*Our MTB rental offer with the service times depends on the weather, personnel resources, availability of MTBs and public traffic on campus. For example, if you are planning a group MTB ride for a specific day, it is best to ask in advance whether the offer will take place on that day.

**MTBs must be returned by 15:00 or by 14:00 on Fridays.

*** MTBs must be returned by 13:30.