Discover the most beautiful river cycle routes

Whether professional or beginner, most cycling tours through river landscapes will convince you with developed cycling routes and are suitable for every level of cycling. Due to the mostly flat course, this type of cycling differs from crossing the Alps by bike.

tours in the mountains. But no less impressive are the landscapes to be discovered, the lush green meadows and the rippling water that accompanies you along the way. Often the routes are a bit longer, but an extra portion of comfort is provided. Our service tip: Rent one of our e-bikes for your cycling trip. This way you will reach your destination faster and can use the time gained for a short sightseeing tour at your arrival destination.

There is something very special about cycling along the Moselle. The river originates in France and then becomes the border river between Luxembourg and Germany. For the most part, however, it flows through Germany. We start our tour along the Moselle in the small French town of Metz. In total, the bike path covers 311 kilometers, along the bike route from France to Germany you will find all kinds of cultural treasures to discover. Metz is not only known for its stained-glass windows, here you can also visit numerous museums from the Roman and Renaissance periods.

Back on your bike saddle, you will continue to Perl and then to Tier, where you will be surrounded by the vast vineyards for the first time during your tour. The Moselle is the oldest wine region in Germany. Along the route you will find here and there on the Moselle terrace one of the noble drops to enjoy. As a Roman proverb says: Vinum bonum deorum donum. - Good wine is a gift from the gods.

The Loire Cycle Path is one of the most popular river bike routes in France and this is no coincidence. The Loire flows exclusively through France and finally flows into the Atlantic Ocean. Romantic castles and picturesque landscapes are waiting to be discovered on the 800-kilometer-long cycle route. But of course, there are also far less demanding routes. The right tour for every level of ambition can be found here. You can only fall for the French flair because between the stages some of the most famous castles will entice you, such as Villandry & Ussé Castle or Azay-le Rideau - to name only the most famous.

The castles of the Loire include more than 400 castle complexes. So, it is not surprising that a visit to some of the castles is an unforgettable experience, when you stroll along between grandeur and blooming castle gardens after a bike ride and soak up the sun's rays. There are no limits to romance here. In addition to the castles, rural charm and wildly romantic architecture await you on a bike tour along the Loire Route.

Modern, multi-faceted and with a variety of landscapes, the most modern bike path in the world presents itself. The Rhine Cycle Path stretches over 1,200 kilometers and winds through Switzerland, Austria, Germany, France and on to the Netherlands. So, it's not surprising that this bike route offers some of the most varied views. Feeling the wind in your face as you pedal and looking out over the Rhine, you can discover culturally rich cities and towns on this bike tour. A popular route, which leads from Basel to Strasbourg, is a beautiful combination of urban flair and exhilarating nature. Along the way, there is always the element of water, which fascinates old and young alike.

Basel is one of the few cities with almost 300 summer days a year. The old town enchants with narrow streets and centuries-old buildings. Especially in summer, the Rhine attracts numerous residents and guests into its cool water. Along the route, you will pass the Maltese Castle in Heitersheim, which radiates princely splendor.