Best road biking trails in Germany

Popular, idyllic circular hiking trail in Freiburg, Baden-Württemberg. This route leads through the Freiburg Castle Gardens, on the Schlossberg near Freiburg. From here the Schlossberg tower can be climbed and fantastic views over the beautiful city of Freiburg can be enjoyed. In the heart of Freiburg, the route begins with a rewarding, steep ascent from the Schwabentorsteg. There are parking spaces or you can travel by public transport. Highlights of the hike: - Small cannon placa -...

Wonderful circular route in Leipzig, Saxony. This tour leads around Lake Cospuden, an artificial lake south of Leipzig. Lake Cospuden offers a wide range of leisure, recreational and sporting opportunities. The tour is suitable for cycling, inline skating and longboarding. The main path is asphalted. Of course, it is nicer to run off the tarmac path, for which there are several options. Highlights of the hike: - Beautiful views - Varied natural landscape - Rich flora and fauna - Lake Cospuden

The Berliner Mauerweg is a historic 160 km (99.4 miles) loop trail following the former border structures of the German Democratic Republic around West Berlin, typically completed in 14 stages. This multifaceted route combines poignant historical landmarks with scenic natural landscapes, tracing the former customs and patrol paths. Walkers and cyclists encounter significant urban highlights such as Checkpoint Charlie, the Brandenburg Gate, and the East Side Gallery, alongside peaceful green...

Quiet road bike route east of the Isar from the south of Munich to the Pupplinger Au. The route, which runs almost exclusively on quiet side roads and through forests, is ideal as a short training circuit. --------------------------------------------- Accessible by bus and train

Popular, quiet hiking trail near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This scenic route leads around the Baldeneysee, where the beautiful Ruhr Valley landscape can be experienced up close. It starts at the parking lot at the EWSC, in an easterly direction to the Hardenbergufer, where the lake is crossed over the bridge. Mainly along the shore, it goes back. Forests, hills, narrow paths, and meadows await. The ruins of the Esener Isenburg are passed above the lake and the small forest areas of...

Left Elbe section of the Elbe Cycle Route in Saxony. The stage starts in Dresden and leads to Schmilka. It can also be used as a day trip and departed from Schmilka-Hirschmühle station. On the way, there are the charming, historic town centres of Dresden, Rathen, Königstsein and Bad Schandau to discover, always accompanied by magnificent views of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains . For those interested in model railways, a trip to the spa town of Rathen with the world's largest garden railway is...

6th partial stage of the Moselle Cycle Path from Bernkastel-Kues in Rhineland-Palatinate. This partial stage continues along the Moselle and numerous wine-growing regions along what is perhaps the most beautiful river in Germany. Highlights: - Cycling on the Moselle - numerous campsites - Refreshments with wine enjoyment ---- Accessible by bus and train

Varied cycle tour near Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The ore railway route is one of the most popular cycle paths in Bochum - undisturbed and without major inclines, you can discover interesting stations of industrial history. The route follows the former railway line, which connected various companies with the Rhine-Herne Canal between 1912 and 1929. Collieries, the old steelworks and the canal are just some of the historical sights. The route has hardly any crossings and is very...

Scenic bike tour of the Störmthaler See, Saxony. The start is at the "Markkleeberger Hof" hotel for a relaxed bike tour around the Störmthaler See. Along the Markkleeberger See, it goes over the Crostewitzerhöhe to the new lock between Markkleeberger and Störmthaler See. Along the Störmthaler Se swim, we continue to the Magdeborn Peninsula. Finally, it goes back along the other side of the river. On the way, several places to stop and provide refreshments on sunny days. Highlights: -...

This impressive route leads through one of Germany's most spectacular river valleys, connecting the bustling town of Cochem with the idyllic wine village of Senheim. The path explores the characteristic landscapes of the "Terraced Moselle," following a mixture of level riverside paths, reinforced vineyard trails, and sections of the famous Moselsteig trail. A central highlight is the view of the majestic Cochem Imperial Castle (Reichsburg) towering over the valley, as well as passing through...