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.
Day 1: Individual arrival to Trier
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.
Day 2: Trier – Trittenheim │ surrounding, approx. 40 km
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.
Day 3: Trittenheim │ surrounding – Zeltingen, approx. 35 km
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.
Day 4: Zeltingen – Zell, approx. 35 km
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.
Day 5: Zell – Treis-Karden, approx. 50 km
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.
Day 6: Treis-Karden – Koblenz, approx. 40 km
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
Day 7: Individual departure, transfer back to Trier or extension
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).
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
We recommend flying to Strasbourg, Basel or Karlsruhe Baden-Baden airport 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 Rail Europe 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 0161 703 8161 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.
The Trier to Koblenz cycling holiday includes the daily transfer of luggage to the next hotel and local support if required.
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About the Rental Bikes
This cycling holiday uses quality crossbar and unisex hybrid bikes based on KTM frame technology, Selle Royal saddles, Shimano components and puncture-proof tyres to ensure that you have an enjoyable cycle tour. The bikes feature modern V-brakes, aluminium frames with mudguards, comfortable saddles and a rack for a supplied waterproof pannier.
You will also receive a handlebar bag and map holder for easy navigation when riding your daily itinerary. Prices advertised on the website include standard bike hire (unless stated). Colour and specification may vary from the image shown.
Unisex Bike (Colour may vary)
Men's Bike (Colour may vary)
Electric Bike (Colour may vary)
Rental Bike PLUS
For 2020, there is an additional bike rental option available for a supplement. The PLUS hybrid bike now available on most cycling holidays is sportier with higher quality brakes (Magura HS 11) and better specification gears (Shimano Deore XT). The riding position is designed to have a slightly sportier sitting posture and a high quality Suntour suspension fork gives smooth riding on most surfaces. All accessories are compatible with the new PLUS bike rental option.
Accessories
If you would like GPX files for a suitable device, please request them at the time of booking. Devices are not provided and please make sure that you bring along with you any fittings required to attach the Garmin (or similar) to the handlebars. You might want to download maps onto your phone to avoid data charges when roaming.
All bikes are provided with standard flat pedals. You can bring your own cycling pedals, but ensure that you have the correct tools to remove the pedals if the tour does not have a welcome meeting. You may also not be able to travel through airports with the tools if you are carrying hand luggage only.
You can rent a men's bike with a crossbar, unisex/female bike with a sloping tube or an electric bike for a supplement.
Gears
7 speed bikes are equipped with a Shimano Nexus gear hub and 21 speed bikes have a Shimano Alivio derailleur. We request 21 speed bikes for all cycling holidays (when available).
Frame Sizing
When you make a booking with us, we take your height(s) and the appropriate bike size is matched up accordingly. Unisex frame 21-gears with freewheel. Sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 / 43 cm. Unisex 7-gears-bikes with back pedalling brake. Sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 cm. Men’s speed bikes 21-gears with free wheel and crossbar. Sizes: 64 / 60 / 56 "sloping" cm. 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!
Bike Hire Insurance
This cycle tour benefits from bike insurance against rental bike theft and damage in the holiday price. Please make sure you lock up the bike, leave it where told by the hotel and treat your hire bicycle as if the bike was your own. Any negligent treatment of the bike will exempt you from cover. We advise you to ensure that you have adequate travel insurance for your cycling holiday prior to arrival.
Electric Bike Hire
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 0161 703 8161.
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 0161 703 8161 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.
You can find out more about this cycling holiday by completing a Contact Form or call 0161 703 8161 to speak to one of the team.
Season | Date | Prices per person | Arrival Day |
Season 1 | 09.04 – 29.04 | 08.10 – 22.10 | £575 | Daily |
Season 2 | 30.04 – 19.08 | 01.10 – 07.10 | £639 | Daily |
Season 3 | 20.08 – 30.09 | £669 | Daily |
Single Room Supplement | All | £240 |
Bike Type | Price |
Rental Bike | £85 |
Premium Bike | £130 |
Electric Bike Upgrade | £190 |
Location | Price DBL/BB | Single Supplement Price SGL/BB |
Trier | £65 | £105 |
Koblenz | £60 | £85 |
Date From | Date To | Price |
09 April 2022 | 22 October 2022 | £0 |