ADFC Quality Cycling Routes
Currently, 37 cycling routes and five cycling tour regions in Germany carry the ADFC seal of quality. The link provides more information.
Germany
With nine EuroVelo routes, Germany is THE country for cycling tours in Europe. Around 230 bicycle routes lead cyclists through the country's varied landscapes. Whether you cycle along the coast or one of the numerous rivers, through impressive mountainous landscapes or historical and modern cities, you will certainly find a ride that suits your tastes. Culinary enjoyments, cultural monuments and sights of untouched nature along the routes complete the bicycle travel experience in Germany.
National Information
ADFC's brochure "Deutschland per Rad entdecken"
On the online presentation of the ADFC's brochure you will find a selection of the most beautiful bike routes in Germany.
Bett+Bike - Bicycle Friendly Accommodation
Around 5,500 hotels, guesthouses, youth hostels, nature houses and camping sites are tailored to the needs of cyclists. Guest companies meeting ADFC quality criteria are marked with a sign at the entrance.
German Tourism Center e.V., DZT
The DZT has promoted Germany abroad on behalf of the federal government for more than 60 years. It advertises the touristic diversity of Germany throughout the world. It therefore advertises for one of the biggest and most popular brands - the travel country Germany. A selection of attractive long distance cycle routes can be found on www.germany.travel with route descriptions and references of Bed+Bike establishments.
info@germany.travel +49 (0)69 974640Maps & Guides
Iron Curtain Trail booklet - Michael Cramer
This brochure is ideal for a better understanding of the history of the countries which were separated by the Iron Curtain. The brochure provides overview maps and descriptions of the stages, as well as the history of the countries and a presentation of the major points of interest.
App EuroVelo 6 - Danube Cycle Route (iOS)
A must have app for all the cyclists that plan to spend few days on the wheels riding long distances along the Danube. Based on the data European Cyclists' Federation collected during EuroVelo 6 route assessment, this app will provide you with dozens of useful information either while you’re riding or planning your route.
App EuroVelo 6 - Danube Cycle Route (Android)
EuroVelo 6 - The Danube Cycle Route mobile app provides individual cycle tourists with relevant information about the route and its sections and enhances their riding experience. The application was developed by Danube Competence Center in cooperation with the European Cyclists' Federation.
Rhine Cycle Route Service Manual
From the source to the mouth: 1233 kilometres of cycling fun with a river view. You are looking for cyclist-friendly accommodation close to Andermatt? You are interested in seeing Düsseldorf’s sights? You fancy trying Alsatian “Flammkuchen” in Strasbourg or wine in Rhineland Palatinate or perhaps you would like to rent a bike on the Dutch coast? Step by step, or better put stage by stage, you will find all the transnational information as well as helpful tour tips and tricks.
Rhine Cycle Route Flyer 2019
A general flyer about EuroVelo 15 - Rhine cycle route in pdf format.
The Rhine Cycle Route (Cicerone)
The guidebook contains stage-by-stage instructions to the full route from the river's source in the Swiss Alps to the mouth in the Netherlands. There are clear map extracts and detailed route descriptions, to direct the cyclist along the entire route. Also included is practical information about accommodation options, amenities and services along the route, plus details of historical and cultural points of interest.
Iron Curtain Trail Part 1: Along the "Green Belt" from the Barents Sea to the German-Polish Border
Scale of 1:400,000, precise maps, exact description of routes, numerous site- and city maps, advice on the cultural and touristic offers of the region together with a comprehensive index of accommodation providers. Language: English and German. Available at local- and online book stores.
Iron Curtain Trail Part 2: Along the "Green Belt" from Usedom via the German-German Border Trail to the Czech Border
Scale of 1:300,000, precise maps, exact description of routes, numerous site- and city maps, advice on the cultural and touristic offers of the region and comprehensive index of accommodation providers. Language: English and German. Available at local- and online book stores.
Iron Curtain Trail Part 3: Along the Green Belt from the German-Czech Border to the Black Sea
Scale of 1:300,000, precise maps, exact description of routes, numerous site- and city maps, advice to the cultural and touristic offer of the region and comprehensive index of accommodations. Language: English and German. Available at local- and online book stores.
South Moravia and Weinviertel Flyer
The EuroVelo 13 - Iron Curtain Trail goes for 200 km through South Moravia and the Weinviertel, between Drosendorf and Břeclav. On this section you will cycle through the national park of Podyjí and the Thaya valley, or through the UNESCO World Heritage landscape Lednice-Valtice, as well as through the historic wine cities Znaim, Retz and Mikulov. Click on the link to download the Flyer.
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern cycling brochure
9 cycle routes, 21 cycling circuit tours tours, many day trips as well as hand bike tours lead you far into the country on a closely linked network of cycle paths. Between the major cities of Hamburg and Berlin you will find a region that couldn't be more unique and full of variety.
Rheinradweg: Von Duisburg bis Arnhem [Bielefelder Verlag]
kontakt@bva-bielefeld.de
In the scale 1: 50.000, this guide offers a completely signposted route guidance off the main roads, on cycle paths, forest and low traffic routes. There are pictures and information about the highlights along the route that are worth seeing. Language: German. Available in bookstores and online.
Radreiseführer Rhein-Radweg: Der schönste Abschnitt des Radweges in 15 Etappen: Mainz – Nordseemündung [Bruckmanns Verlag]
Individual, detailed map to every stage of the tour with exact course of routes on a scale of 1:75,000. Important information to course of paths, geographical and cultural peculiarities, as well as many overnight accommodations. Numerous site- and city maps simplify the orientation, spiral-bound. Language: German. Available at local- and online book stores
Maps and guidebooks of the European Cycle Route R1
Find maps and guidebooks of the part of the European Cycle Route R1 corresponding to EuroVelo 2 - Capitals Route!
Main Cycle Route: From Bayreuth to Mainz
Esterbaueur guide of the Main Cycle Route.
Rhein-Radweg von Basel nach Mainz: 10 Tagesetappen mit Karten 1:75.000 [Bruckmanns Verlag]
info@bruckmann.de
Gedetailleerde kaart van alle etappes van de rondrit met het exacte verloop van de routes op een schaal van 1:75.000. Belangrijke informatie over het verloop van de routes, geografische en culturele bijzonderheden en vele overnachtingsmogelijkheden. Talrijke stadsplattegronden vergemakkelijken de oriëntatie, spiraalgebonden. Taal: Duits. Verkrijgbaar bij lokale en online boekhandels.
Main-Radweg
Map from Bayreuth to the mouth of the Rhine in Mainz, on a scale of 1:75.000.
Saarland-Radweg – VeloRoute SaarLorLux
Esterbauer guide of the Saarland Cycle Route.
Bikeline Radtourenbuch: Rhein-Radweg Teil 1 - Von Andermatt nach Basel [Esterbauer]
Scale 1:75,000, exact topographic maps, numerous site- and city maps, accurate description of routes, advice to the cultural and touristic offer of the region, comprehensive index of accommodations, cyclist-friendly accommodations (‘Bett&Bike’), important telephone numbers and many background information. Language: German. Available at local- and online book stores.
Saar Cycle Route
Esterbauer guide of the Saar Cycle Route: From the French Canals to Trier - With the Rhine-Marne Canal Cycle Route
Bikeline Radtourenbuch: Rhein-Radweg Teil 2 - Von Basel nach Mainz [Esterbauer]
With maps on a scale of 1:75,000, exact topographic maps, numerous site- and city maps, accurate description of routes, comprehensive index of accommodations, cyclist-friendly accommodations (‘Bett&Bike’), important telephone numbers and many background information. Language: German. Available at local- and online book stores.
Bikeline Radtourenbuch: Rhein-Radweg Teil 3 - Von Mainz nach Rotterdam. [Esterbauer]
Scale of 1:75,000, precise maps, exact description of routes, numerous site- and city maps, advice to the cultural and touristic offer of the region and comprehensive index of accommodations. Language: German. Available at local- and online book stores.
Rheinradweg 01 Vom Bodensee nach Mannheim [Kompass Verlag]
User-friendly maps with precise descriptions of paths, clear tour profile for an optimal planning, tear- and weatherproof paper, personal recommendations by authors, spiral-bound, self-explanatory symbols and exact stage description. Language: German. Available at local- and online book stores.
Rheinradweg 02 Von Mannheim bis Köln [Kompass Verlag]
User-friendly maps with precise descriptions of paths, clear tour profile for an optimal planning, tear- and weatherproof paper, personal recommendations by authors, spiral-bound, self-explanatory symbols and exact stage description. Language: German. Available at local- and online book stores.
Radwanderkarte Rhein-Radweg 2 Bodensee-Basel [Publicpress]
22 section maps at 20 x 18 cm, scale of 1:50,000, with tips for excursions, overnight accommodations and leisure activities, tear- and weatherproof paper, writable and washable. Special feature: folded map. Language: German. Available at local and online book stores.
Radwanderkarte Rhein-Radweg 3 Basel-Speyer [Publicpress]
28 section maps at 20 x 18 cm, scale of 1:50,000, with tips for excursions, overnight accommodations and leisure activities, tear- and weatherproof paper, writable and washable. Special feature: folded map. Language: German. Available at local and online book stores.
Radwanderkarte Rhein-Radweg 4 Speyer-Köln [Publicpress]
27 section maps at 20 x 18 cm, scale of 1:50,000, with tips for excursions, overnight accommodations and leisure activities, tear- and weatherproof paper, writable and washable. Special feature: folded map. Language: German. Available at local and online book stores.
Radwanderkarte Rhein-Radweg 5 Köln-Rotterdam [Publicpress]
29 section maps at 20 x 18 cm, scale of 1:50,000, GPS-precise, with tips for excursions, overnight accommodations and leisure activities, tear- and weatherproof paper, writable and washable. Special feature: folded map. Language: German. Available at local and online book stores.
Elbe Cycle Route - Part 1: From Prague to Magdeburg
Esterbauer guidebook of the first part of the Elbe Cycle Route.
Elbe Cycle Route - Part 2: From Magdeburg to Cuxhaven
Esterbauer guide of the second part of the Elbe Cycle Route.
Elbe Cycle Route - North
Maps from Cuxhaven to Magdeburg on a scale of 1:75.000, with routes in both directions and possibility to download GPS tracks.
Elbe Cycle Route - South
Maps from Magdeburg to the Czech border, on a scale of 1:75.000, with routes in both directions and possibility to download GPS tracks.
Baltic Sea Cycle Route - Part 1: Schleswig-Holstein. From Flensburg to Lübeck
Esterbauer guide of the first part of the Baltic Sea Cycle Route in Germany. 120 pages, scale of 1:50000.
Baltic Sea Cycle Route - Part 2: Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. From Lübeck to Ahlbeck/Usedom. With Rügen-Rundweg
Esterbauer guide of the second part of the Baltic Sea Cycle Route in Germany. 160 pages, scale of 1:50000.
Baltic Sea Cycle Route: Travemünde - Usedom
Maps from Travemünde to Usedom, on a scale of 1:75.000.
North Sea Cycle Route - Part 2: Lower Saxony. From the Ems to Hamburg
Esterbaueur guide of the second part of the North Sea Cycle Route in Germany. 160 pages, scale of 1:50000.
North Sea Cycle Route - Part 3: TeSchleswig-Holstein. From Hamburg to the Danish border. With the islands of Pellworm, Amrum, Föhr and Sylt.
Esterbaueur guide of the third part of the North Sea Cycle Route in Germany. 120 pages, scale of 1:50000.
Ox Road
All printed guidebooks of bikeline can be purchased from bookstores in Germany or are available on amazon.de. These guidebooks provide a detail explanation on the respective long-distance cycle routes, regarding the length, quality, signage, map and attraction along the routes.
North Sea Cycle Route
All printed guidebooks of bikeline can be purchased from bookstores in Germany or are available on amazon.de. These guidebooks provide a detail explanation on the respective long-distance cycle routes, regarding the length, quality, signage, map and attraction along the routes.
Long-distance cycle track Hamburg-Bremen
All printed guidebooks of bikeline can be purchased from bookstores in Germany or are available on amazon.de. These guidebooks provide a detail explanation on the respective long-distance cycle routes, regarding the length, quality, signage, map and attraction along the routes.
Brückenradweg
All printed guidebooks of bikeline can be purchased from bookstores in Germany or are available on amazon.de. These guidebooks provide a detail explanation on the respective long-distance cycle routes, regarding the length, quality, signage, map and attraction along the routes.
Friedensroute
All printed guidebooks of bikeline can be purchased from bookstores in Germany or are available on amazon.de. These guidebooks provide a detail explanation on the respective long-distance cycle routes, regarding the length, quality, signage, map and attraction along the routes.
100 Castles Route
The guidebooks from BVA can be purchased directly from their official website or on amazon.de. These guidebooks provide a detail explanation on the respective long-distance cycle routes, regarding the length, quality, signage, map and attraction along the routes.
Römer-Lippe-Route
The guidebooks from BVA can be purchased directly from their official website or on amazon.de. These guidebooks provide a detail explanation on the respective long-distance cycle routes, regarding the length, quality, signage, map and attraction along the routes.
Rhine Cycle Route
The guidebooks from BVA can be purchased directly from their official website or on amazon.de. These guidebooks provide a detail explanation on the respective long-distance cycle routes, regarding the length, quality, signage, map and attraction along the routes.
Ox Road
The guidebooks from BVA can be purchased directly from their official website or on amazon.de. These guidebooks provide a detail explanation on the respective long-distance cycle routes, regarding the length, quality, signage, map and attraction along the routes.
Long-distance cycle track Hamburg-Bremen
The guidebooks from BVA can be purchased directly from their official website or on amazon.de. These guidebooks provide a detail explanation on the respective long-distance cycle routes, regarding the length, quality, signage, map and attraction along the routes.
100 Castles Route
All printed guidebooks of bikeline can be purchased from bookstores in Germany or are available on amazon.de. These guidebooks provide a detail explanation on the respective long-distance cycle routes, regarding the length, quality, signage, map and attraction along the routes.
Römer-Lippe-Route
All printed guidebooks of bikeline can be purchased from bookstores in Germany or are available on amazon.de. These guidebooks provide a detail explanation on the respective long-distance cycle routes, regarding the length, quality, signage, map and attraction along the routes.
Rhine Cycle Route
All printed guidebooks of bikeline can be purchased from bookstores in Germany or are available on amazon.de. These guidebooks provide a detailed explanation on the respective long-distance cycle routes, regarding the length, quality, signage, map and attraction along the routes.
Water Castles Route
All printed guidebooks of bikeline can be purchased from bookstores in Germany or are available on amazon.de. These guidebooks provide a detail explanation on the respective long-distance cycle routes, regarding the length, quality, signage, map and attraction along the routes.
Rhine Cycle Route
The guidebooks from BVA can be purchased directly from their official website or on amazon.de. These guidebooks provide a detail explanation on the respective long-distance cycle routes, regarding the length, quality, signage, map and attraction along the routes.
Official Elberadweg handbook
The 21 x 15cm landscape book will fit in any handlebar bag and features almost 560 cyclist-friendly accommodations between the Krkonoše Mountains and/or Prague and the North Sea, complete with addresses and telephone numbers. Also included are maps showing the course of the cycle route, information about sights and ferry crossings, and much more. If you get into trouble, it also provides information on repair shops.
Bookable Offers
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1000€
15
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The Danube from Passau to Budapest
EV6
@Austria
@Germany
@Hungary
@Slovakia
Two weeks to ride on one of the most beautiful trails in Europe. From Passau to Vienna, the route is a genuine succession of gorgeous landscapes, castles, cities and monasteries; you will cross the Wachau, a wine-growing region classified by Unesco and you will visit Passau, Linz and Vienna. From Vienna to Budapest, the route runs through the National Park of Stopfenreuther and rich wine-growing areas and through cities with unique heritages, including Bratislava and Budapest.
From:
899€
899€
9
days
days
Easy
Bike Tour Chur-Basel
EV15
@Austria
@Germany
@Liechtenstein
@Switzerland
Our trip goes from central Switzerland, through Liechtenstein, Austria, Germany, back to Switzerland, in the picturesque Basel on the Rhine's knee. The panorama of the Alps and the grandiose view over the Lac of Constance will make for lasting impressions and a lot of variety. You will cycle through Switzerland's Grand Canyon and through nice little villages. Further down the road the valleys get wider, the mountains softer and the first vineyards indicate the mild climate of the Lac of Constan…
From:
2958€
2958€
29
days
days
Challenging
Bike Tour Chur-Rotterdam
EV15
@Austria
@Germany
@Liechtenstein
@Netherlands
@Switzerland
Join us on one of the longest and most beautiful bike tours across Europe. We follow one of the biggest and most impressive rivers of the continent. The Rhine links several cultures and varied landscapes from the Swiss Alps, through the principality of Liechtenstein, through Austria and Germany to the Netherlands and the Grand Finale on the North Sea. Duration: 28 nights/29 days. Price: from 2.958€
From:
748€
748€
8
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days
Easy
Bike Tour Basel Speyer
EV15
@France
@Germany
@Switzerland
Most of the time the Rhine forms the natural border between France and Germany, between French savoir-vivre and German coziness. The past hasn't always been that peaceful, as you can see along the route, finding yourself often between former French and German fortifications. The region has nonetheless been enjoyable, passing through several historic sites - from the Swiss Basel via Freiburg to the European city of Strasbourg, by Karlsruhe to the picturesque city of Speyer and its cathedral.
From:
123€
123€
3
days
days
Easy
Bike ride with wine and champagne
EV15
@France
@Germany
Do you want to combine relaxed cyclotourism and enjoyment, the French cuisine or tasting german wine? Then the border regions around Breisach on the sunny upper Rhine are a true paradise for you.
From:
559€
559€
8
days
days
Easy
Germany’s Sunny Riviera – Luebeck to Stralsund
EV10
@Germany
Explore the coast all the way from Luebeck to Stralsund. Or one can say “from Marzipan to Bismarck Hering.” Enjoy the Hanseatic architecture, lively sea side resorts, beaches, and the Baltic Sea Breeze.
From:
799€
799€
8
days
days
Medium
3 sunny Islands: Ruegen, Hiddensee and Usedom
EV10
@Germany
Three Islands in one sweep! This wonderful bicycle tour leads you along the Pomeranian coastline and through the islands of Ruegen, Hiddensee and Usedom. You have many chances to admire the points of interest and enjoy the magical landscape.
From:
239€
239€
5
days
days
Easy
A Connoisseur tour on the Ox Road
EV3
@Germany
Explore the ancient history on the Ox Road with a relaxing daily stage about 40 to 60 km, which is suitable for regular cycle tourists. Bicycle friendly accommodations will be included in the tour.
From:
272€
272€
3
days
days
Easy
Discovery of Hanseatic Cities
EV3
@Germany
The long distance cycling route connects Hamburg and Bremen, the most popular Hanseatic cities in northern Germany. Besides, the cycle route will pass through the Elbe and Weser rivers, the North Sea and Heide. The offer is suitable for regular cycle tourists. Bicycle friendly accommodations will be included in the tour.
From:
319€
319€
6
days
days
Easy
Track of peace in Westphalia
EV3
@Germany
A route to peace and recreation is the motto of the bookable offer. It includes accommodation as well as sightseeing tours. Exploring the cycle route will lead to an understanding of the history of negotiations to end the “Thirty Years’ Wars”, which had destroyed enormous parts of Central Europe. The process of the Peace Congress lasted several years and led to the “Peace of Westphalia”. Münster and Osnabrück were significant negotiation places. The offer is suitable for regular cycle tourists.…
From:
389€
389€
6
days
days
Easy
Cycling holiday on 100 Castles Route of south course
EV3
@Germany
The cycle route is full of exploration in to the fairytale palaces, fortified castles and enchanting mansions. The offer is suitable for regular cycle tourists. Accommodations in 3 to 4 stars hotels will be included in the tour.
From:
269€
269€
3
days
days
Easy
Discover the Römer-Lippe-Route
EV3
@Germany
This offer gives cycle tourists a water experience along the Römer-Lippe-Route and show insights about the Roman culture. This offer is suitable for regular cycle tourists and also cycle tourists with handcycle. Accommodations will be included in the tour.