Cycling Holidays - Berlin to Copenhagen

Berlin to Copenhagen

This classic bicycle tour from the 'Metropolitan Spree City' of Berlin to the 'Little Mermaid' in Copenhagen. Enjoy the gorgeous German lake district, ride on a brand new cycle path and take a ferry from Rostock to the white cliffs of Møn Island. Explore vast woodland, National Parks and enjoy coastal landscapes before you arrive in Denmark's enchanting capital city of Copenhagen where cycling is a way of life.

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Itinerary
Itinerary

1st day: Arrival to Oranienburg
in own direction to Oranienburg. Good S-Bahn connection from / to Berlin-Mitte. Briefing. Overnight in Oranienburg.

2nd day: Oranienburg-Fürstenberg / surroundings
Length: about 35-65 km

You cycle from Oranienburg along the Havel waterway to Zehdenick. In Museum Park Mildenberg, you can experience industrial history in the once-largest brick area of Europe. Overnight in Neuglobsow or Fürstenberg / surroundings.

Day 3: Fürstenberg / surroundings – Neustrelitz
Length: about 45-65 km

On the “Great Stechlin”, literary immortalized by Th. Fontane, the Mecklenburg Lake District begins. On the tour to Neustrelitz you pass a variety of smaller and larger lakes. The destination is the former royal town of Neustrelitz. The castle park, the star-shaped market square and the town are testimony to the history of the Grand Duchy of Strelitz. Overnight in Neustrelitz.

Day 4: Neustrelitz – Waren / Müritz
Length: about 65 km

The stage leads through the Müritz National Park. He is the largest country national park in Germany. This extensive reserve is a refuge for our endangered flora and fauna. In the H. Schliemann Museum in Ankershagen, the work of the Trojan discoverer comes to life. You cycle comfortably in the spa goods / Müritz. Visit the Müritzeum (incl.) In the afternoon. Overnight in Waren / Müritz.

5th day: Waren-Krakow or Güstrow
Length: about 50-80 km

You leave the lively town of Waren / Müritz, the Nossentiner Heide National Park awaits you with its extensive forests and clear lakes. Overnight in Krakow am See or Güstrow.

Day 6: Krakow or Güstrow-Rostock
Length: about 54-84 km

Today you drive on the Bützow-Güstrow Canal. On the stage you can also drive (by your own) from different stations by train to Rostock. Overnight stay Rostock / Warnemünde.

Day 7: Rostock – Nykøbing / Falster
Length: about 40 km

By bike to the ferry port Rostock. The ferry crossing to Gedser (incl.) Duration approx. 2 hours. On the Danish side you can enjoy the beautiful route over dikes and through small groves along the most beautiful beaches Falsters. Overnight in Nykøbing / Falster.

Day 8: Nykøbing / Falster – Island Møn
Length: about 65 km

Always along the coast, it goes through light terrain in the old merchant town of Stubbekøbing. By ferry (on your own) to the island of Bogø or alternatively you cycle via Vordingborg to Kalvehave to the island of Møn. Overnight in jetties.

Day 9: Island Møn – Køge
Length: approx. 50/68 km

Over the bridge from Møn to Zealand. Manor houses, surrounded by farmland, characterize the landscape. After Fakse it is about 50 km, to Rødvig with its cliffs about 68 km. In own direction, continue by train to Køge. Overnight in Køge.

Day 10: Køge – Copenhagen
Length: approx. 49 km

Today’s stage leads along the beaches. In Ishøj you should visit the Museum of Modern Art. Let yourself be enchanted by Copenhagen during an evening at the Tivoli Garden. Overnight in Copenhagen.

Day 11: Departure Copenhagen
After breakfast, home-travel in own direction. On request we book extra nights.
Route Overview

Route Overview

The route is mostly flat in Brandenburg, slightly hilly in the region of the Mecklenburg Lake District; flat to slightly hilly in Denmark. You cycle almost entirely on side roads with no heavy traffic, on country lanes, forest paths and little minor roads, partly asphalted and partly with natural surface.

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.
Getting There

Getting There

We recommend flying to Berlin region airports to reach the starting point of this cycling holiday.

Flights are available with a number of airlines to your required airport or you can travel to the start using alternative methods such as rail or road.

We recommend using Skyscanner to find the best flight prices by date or Voyages SNCF for European rail travel. There is customer car parking available at most hotels for a supplement. Please contact us for more details.

Please use local transport to arrive at the starting point or call us on 0800 755 5385 for more specific travel advice.

You do not need to go back to the starting point of the cycling holiday as all hire bikes are left at the final hotel.

Important: Please book your flights only after the cycling holiday has been confirmed by invoice or email. Flights and transfers are not included in the advertised holiday price.
What’s Included?
What’s Included?

The Berlin to Copenhagen cycling holiday includes the daily transfer of luggage to the next hotel and local support if required.

Included Services (Subject to confirmation)
- Accommodations for 10 nights incl. breakfast
- Ferry Rostock – Gedser
- Admission to Müritzeum, Waren
- Luggage transfer service between the hotels
- On-site tour presentation
- 7-Day Service Hotline
- 1x Tour information packet per booked room, incl. maps and route descriptions
- GPS-Track on request
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)
Bike Hire

Bike Hire

This cycling holiday uses a selection of men's and women's 7-speed bicycles with back-pedal breaks with hub gears and 26" or 28" wheels. There is also a selection of various size 24-speed freewheel men's and unisex bicycles with derailleur gears and 28" wheels. They are top-quality brand bicycles by Kettler and Kalkoff. You will receive an accessories package including a bicycle pannier bag with a 10L capacity, repair kit, lock, key, and air pump.

When you make a booking with us, we take your height(s) and the appropriate bike size is matched up accordingly.

Helmets are not provided and you will need to bring your own to use. We always recommend wearing a helmet when on your cycling holiday.

E-Bike Upgrades

Why not upgrade your cycling experience to an E-Bike (Electric Bike)? Using a power assisted bike is a great way to go on a cycling holiday and will help you smooth out inclines or longer days in the saddle. Each E-Bike features an LCD display, removable batteries for easy charging and assistance up to 25 km/h with a range of around 120 km for each full charge depending on usage.

E-Bike upgrade prices vary per tour, but if you require any more information about bike hire and electric bikes, please get in-touch with us on +44 (0) 800 7555385.
Hotels

Hotels

This cycling holiday stays in good quality hotels with private facilities carefully selected for their proximity to your cycle route and comfort. If you wish to know specific information about the hotel facilities, Wi-Fi and upgrades used on the holidays, please contact us on +44 (0) 800 7555385 for more information.

You will receive your final hotel list approximately 4 weeks prior to your arrival date detailing the hotels used on your cycling holiday. If you wish to know more about the hotels prior to completing a booking form, please contact our Customer Services team via email or by phone.

Date & Prices

You can find out more about this cycling holiday by completing a Contact Form or call 0800 755 5385 to speak to one of the team.

2018 Cycling Holiday Prices:

Season	Date Band	Arrival Day
Season 1:	04.06.- 18.06.2018 \| 27.08.2018	Mondays and Thursdays
Season 2:	19.06. - 21.08.2018	Mondays and Thursdays

Category A Information:

Season	Prices per person including bike hire
Season 1:	£1269
Season 2:	£1369
Single Room Supplement:	£279
Electric Bike Upgrade:	£169

Hotel Category Descriptions:

Category Type	Accommodation Overview
Category A:	3* hotels

Date From	Date To
04 June 2018	27 August 2018

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