Moselle Cycle Path – Trier to Koblenz
The Moselle bike path mostly runs on paved roads and bike trails and is continuously and well signposted. There are only less short sections with more traffic. Altogether a very easy bike tour which is ideally suitable for families with children and doesn’t require more than basic fitness.
Visit numerous vineyards on both sides of the river and follow more than 2000 years of Roman history. You will cycle through through historical cities and charming villages. The cycle tour will give you time to get to know the famous fruity wines as you cycle along the popular Moselle Cycle Path.
Itinerary
Trier is regarded as the oldest city of Germany. You can fill your time here by exploring 2000 years of history and numerous culinary options. Your bikes are stored at the hotel.
Before starting the bike tour, schedule some time to visit the well-known amphitheater as well as the Porta Nigra before you embark along the Moselle. Your route will take you on an educational trail to report on the domestic grape variety. Finish off your first cycling day with a mouthwatering glass of wine in Trittenheim.
You will cycle to reach Piesport, where you can view the Roman cellars from the 3rd century. Make a further stop in Neumagen-Dhron, Germany´s oldest wine village, or in Bernkastel-Kues with its famous wine “Bernkasteler Doctor“. Only a short cycling distance separates you from Zeltingen.
Today you will cycle through the winegrowing region “Kröver Nacktarsch“ until you reach Traben-Trarbach. You will be accompanied by many vineyards on both sides of the river. Traben-Trarbach offers many architectural masterpieces of art nouveau and Belle Epoque. Your route takes you through the wine region “Zeller Schwarze Katz” and finally ends in Zell.
You will arrive early in Beilstein, widely known as “Rothenburg on the Moselle River”. Take a well earned pit stop in Chochem and visit the charming center as well as the Reichsburg castle from the 11th century. After a short cycle, you will reach Treis-Karden. Here you take the opportunity to do some wine tasting.
After about 5 kilometers you should be sure to make a small detour to the medieval castle “Burg Eltz“, one of the most beautiful and best-preserved castles of Germany. Located in the heart of nature it offers magnificent views. After your detour, return to the Moselle bike path and cycle on to pass numerous charming wine villages, before you reach your final destination, Koblenz. The center is situated at the merge of the Moselle River and the Rhine River and is the perfect spot for an evening stroll
Koblenz presents much to discover! If you are interested in extending your trip, we will happily book some extra nights for you. Equally you can enjoy our comfortable transfer from Koblenz to Luxembourg (possible daily, departure: directly from the hotel, reservation required at time of booking).
Route overview
The Moselle bike path mostly runs on paved roads and bike trails and is continuously and well signposted. There are only less short sections with more traffic. Altogether a very easy bike tour which is ideally suitable for families with children and doesn’t require more than basic fitness.
Route Map (For guidance only):
Routes maybe subject to change or alteration. All route notes, maps and day-by-day information will be given to you upon arrival at the first hotel or at the welcome meeting. GPS/GPX Files are available for most our the cycling holidays we offer. Please ask us for details.
Total distance cycled: 200 km
Starting point of the cycling holiday: Trier
What’s included
The Trier to Koblenz cycling holiday includes the daily transfer of luggage to the next hotel and local support if required.
Included
- 7 overnights in quality accommodation with private bathroom
- Standard Bike Hire
- Breakfast
- Personal welcome and trip briefing
- Well-elaborated routes and detailed route description with maps.
- Detailed travel information (about sights, important phone numbers
- Luggage transport from hotel to hotel
- Own signposting for the route.
- 7-day-service-hotline
Not Included
- Flights to/from the start and finish
- Evening meals (unless stated)
- Local daily taxes (Payable at the hotel)
- Helmets
- Water Bottles
- Travel Insurance
- Bike Insurance (unless stated)
- Welcome Meetings (unless stated)
- Transfers (unless included)
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We have put a calendar of events together that will provide you with some inspiration of what you can expect on your holiday, and when the best time to jet off is. Now’s your chance to travel further than you can by foot and be part of a memorable and exciting two-wheel journey with us.
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