Best bike touring trails in Cologne
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Explore the most popular bike touring trails near Cologne with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 3.9 (9)·Moderate·23.2 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrScenic MTB tour in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. Circular route to the north of Cologne. The outward stretch to Langel is very beautiful, the way back on the other side of the Rhine is slightly worse because you have to pass through Leverkusen. In Langel, take the ferry (1.80 EUR one way with bike) to get to the other side of the Rhine. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful views - Along the Rhine
- 3.7 (17)·Easy·34.8 km·Est. 8.5–9 hrScenic and challenging road bike tour in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful and varied cycle tour in Cologne-Mühlheim takes you along the Rhine as well as through woodland. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views on and around the Rhine - Local flora and fauna - Pretty natural landscapes
- 4.5 (6)·Moderate·34 km·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrVaried circular route in Cologne. The Kölnpfad is a hiking trail around Cologne that was created in 2007. It leads past many beautiful places worth seeing and invites you to linger and enjoy yourself in many places. This tour provides a brief insight into the northern section of the Cologne Trail. In order to make the route suitable for road bikes, some particularly difficult sections have been replaced by less bumpy paths. Apart from a few short sections (which are still acceptable), the...
- 4.5 (8)·Moderate·225 km·Est. 24 hr+Varied long-distance stage along the Rhine, North Rhine-Westphalia This is the sixth stage of the popular long-distance cycle route "Rhine Cycle Route" (EuroVelo 15), which follows the Rhine from the Swiss Alps to the North Sea over a total length of 1,500 kilometres. The 6th stage starts in Cologne and leads via Düsseldorf and Duisburg to Arnhem in the Netherlands. There are numerous places to stay overnight and stop for refreshments, so that the stage can be completed comfortably in...
- 4.6 (4)·Moderate·74.5 km·Est. 16–17.5 hrPopular cycling tour in the Rhineland, North Rhine-Westphalia. The RheinEnergie cycle tour is available in three versions: the 45 km, 75 km and 110 km version. The medium-length route (75 route) begins in north-western Cologne and leads almost to Neuss. The route leads through open landscapes and small towns. Detailed information on the RheinEnergie RTFs can be found under "Tips". Highlights of the tour: - idyllic open landscapes - Muehlenbusch - Detour to the wildlife park at Tannenbusch...
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·73.7 km·Est. 16.5–18 hrOn mostly quiet roads and paths into the heart of the coal. If the route leads along the main road, there is usually a more or less suitable cycle path to use. If you have time, you should take a break at the Forum terra nova. A restaurant right next to the open-cast mine with a great view of the "Grand Canyon" of the energy level.
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·47.2 km·Est. 11.5–12.5 hrScenic and exciting cycle tour around Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. The route is bumpy in places. Check the ferry timetable in advance! Highlights of the tour: - Great views - Along the Rhine - Through the Königsforst - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Refreshment stops available
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest bike touring trail in Cologne?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest bike touring trail in Cologne is Rhine Cycle Path Stage 6: Cologne -Arnhem. This trail is estimated to be 225.0 km long.
Which bike touring trail has the most elevation gain in Cologne?
Cologne: With an ascent of 3,436 m, Forsbach-Tour has the most elevation gain of all of the bike touring trails in the area. The next highest ascent for bike touring trails is Zündorf - Lohmar - Much with 2,645 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult bike touring trail in Cologne?
The most popular and difficult bike touring trail in Cologne is Von Butz zum Tagebau Hambach with a 5.0-star rating from 3 reviews.
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- Baptisterium
- Cologne Cathedral
- Schinkenkessel (römisch/preussisch)
- Domfontäne
- Monte Troodelöh
- Tünnes und Schäl
- Von-Diergardt-See
- Roman Aqueduct
- Wiesenhaus Campingplatz
- Alter Schlackehafen
- Skulpturenpark Stammheim
- Römisches Nordtor
- Fühlinger See
- Cologne Cable Car
- KölnTriangle Cologne View
- St. Maria ad Gradus
- Decksteiner Weiher
- Pegel Köln
- Bastei
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