Rhine Cycle Path: Strasbourg to Mainz
This cycling holiday takes you through three outstanding regions of Europe – Alsace, Baden and the Palatinate. The area benefits from a wonderfully mild climate, making it ideal for riding. Thanks to both their shared past and favourable weather, all three regions are renowned for their vineyards and wine production.
Along the way, you’ll be treated to a rich and varied culinary scene, as well as ever-changing scenery and plenty of cultural attractions. Discover how the Romans first introduced viticulture to this area, and explore the legacy left by German emperors in cities such as Strasbourg, Speyer and Worms.
Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and a beautifully scenic route following the River Rhine – perfect for an unforgettable cycling break.
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Itinerary
You’ll enjoy a delightful evening in the Alsatian capital, known for its network of canals and distinctive, charming atmosphere.
A well-crafted cycle path leads you through the town to the banks of the Rhine. From here, you’ll ride with ease along the river through the gentle Rhine valley. At Drusenheim, you’ll cross to the opposite bank by ferry before continuing through picturesque meadow scenery, eventually reaching Rastatt, home to its charming Baroque old town.
Today’s ride takes you peacefully along the old branches of the Rhine, through landscapes that feel wonderfully unspoilt. You’ll then continue across the largest nature reserve in the Palatinate, the Hördter Rheinauen, before arriving in the former fortified town of Germersheim. The reshaped banks of the Rhine and the town’s relaxed centre offer plenty to enjoy.
The mighty Rhine guides you onwards to the historic imperial city of Speyer, home to its striking UNESCO World Heritage cathedral. Further highlights today include the renowned palace and beautifully landscaped gardens in Schwetzingen, before finishing your journey in Heidelberg, Germany’s oldest university town.
You’ll follow the River Neckar by bike to the historic Roman town of Ladenburg, where a charming medieval centre awaits. From there, continue through the Rhine valley to the imperial city of Worms, known for its 12th-century cathedral, the Martin Luther monument, and the oldest Jewish cemetery in Europe.
You’ll enjoy an easy ride along the River Rhine, with fertile farmland stretching out around you throughout the day. This region is known for producing all sorts of delicious local goods. At times, the route follows the old branches of the Rhine before crossing to the opposite bank, where the first vineyards begin to appear.
After a few more kilometres and one final river crossing, you’ll arrive in the charming wine-producing village of Nierstein. Be sure to treat yourself to a glass of local Riesling in the evening!
Today’s ride is a shorter one, leaving you with plenty of time to relax and explore. Soon after leaving Nierstein, the route winds its way through vineyards, offering lovely views across the Rhine valley. The steep vine-covered slopes and the broad river are central to life in this region.
You’ll then follow the cycle path along the banks of the Rhine before heading into the heart of Mainz. The impressive imperial cathedral, along with many other sights, draws visitors from near and far.
Departure from Mainz or spend extra nights in the city or the surrounding region.
Arrival: Strasbourg
Departure: Mainz
Nearest arrival airport(s): Strasbourg
Nearest departure airport(s): Frankfurt or Strasbourg
We also recommend travelling by train to all of our cycling holiday starting and departure points. We can help you plan your journey to Strasbourg by rail.
Car parking is available on all tours at the first hotel or a nearby public parking location. Full details are available on request. Please do not book travel until an official invoice confirms the cycling holiday.
Route overview
Starting point: Strasbourg
End point: Mainz
Total cycling distance: Approx. 290 km
Difficulty: Easy
For most of the journey, you’ll ride on well-maintained cycle paths following the Rhine route. The terrain is largely flat, making it suitable and enjoyable for cyclists of all abilities. There are some longer stretches through the Rhine floodplains where the path is gravel rather than tarmac.
Bike hire options
This cycling holiday benefits from high-quality bike hire options that have been carefully selected for the tour. Each well-maintained bike has modern V-brakes, aluminium wheels and puncture-proof tyres based around a KTM frame. Dynamo lights, small panniers, repair accessories, a handlebar bag and a comfortable saddle ensure that you have everything you need for an enjoyable cycle tour. Rental bike insurance is included in every booking.
Standard Unisex Bike 21/24-gears
Sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 / 43 cm (heights approx. 148 cm to 190 cm)
Standard Men’s Bike 21-gears with crossbar
Sizes: 63 / 60 / 56-51 cm (heights approx. 165 cm to 205 cm)
Rental Bike PLUS
Rental Bike PLUS is designed for a slightly sportier sitting position and finely tuned gears offer excellent riding flexibility. The KTM aluminium frame has a high-quality Suntour suspension fork and puncture-proof tyres.
Sizes: 63 / 60 / 55 / 51 / 50 / 46 cm (heights approx. 155 cm to 205 cm)
Unisex Electric Bike
The electric bikes available on this tour assist up to 25 km/h whilst pedalling. The pedalec motor is in the bottom bracket of the frame and the detachable batteries last for approximately 120 km. Each bike has an illuminated LCD and 8-speed internal hub gears. They weigh 23 kg and have a back-pedal brake. Only limited numbers are available.
Sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 / 46 ‘xs’ cm (heights approx. 148 cm to 195 cm)
What’s included
- Accommodation in 3*** hotels and guesthouses
- Breakfast
- Welcome briefing
- Luggage transfers
- Digital travel documents incl. navigation app, GPS-data, route book
- Service hotline
Not included
- Travel to/from the start and finish (Flights/Trains)
- Evening meals (unless stated)
- Local daily taxes (Payable at the hotel)
- Helmets (Please bring your own cycle helmet with you)
- Water bottles
- Travel insurance
- Bike hire (Rental bike insurance included)
- Bike insurance (unless stated)
- Welcome meetings (unless stated)
- Transfers (unless included)
- SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT: £359 PER PERSON
- EXTRA NIGHT(S) – Strasbourg: £89 PER PERSON PER NIGHT INC. BREAKFAST
- EXTRA NIGHT(S) – Mainz: £79 PER PERSON PER NIGHT INC. BREAKFAST
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Bike Hire Options
- 21/24/27-gear unisex/men’s inc. rental bike insurance: £99
- 21/24/27-gear unisex/men’s inc. rental bike insurance: £99
- Rental bike PLUS inc. rental bike insurance: £179
- Electric bike inc. rental bike insurance: £279
You can select your bike hire options in the ‘Book Now’ section.
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2026/27 cycling holidays
All prices shown are per person, sharing a double/twin room and exclude flights/bike hire.
Special Offer: £70 per person off all September AND ocTOBER prices!
Contact us for more information, a price match, or call 017687 71700. Offer valid on new bookings only and until the 31st August 2026.
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