Ride along the cycle path through the Weser mountain region on this self-guided tour of Germany. Starting in the historic town of Hann. Münden with its beautiful half-timbered houses, you will travel through the well-known towns of Hoxter, Rinteln and Hameln, following the River Weser, one of Germany’s most important waterways.
This is a relaxed, scenic tour along a flat route, and you will have ample time to explore the many historic towns and cultural attractions along the way before arriving in Bremen.
Day 1: Individual arrival to Hann. Münden
Your personal tour information and handing over of the bicycles (if booked) is in the evening. A first tour by bicycle you can undertake to the old town of Hann. Münden. We recommend a little stroll through the medieval centre of Hann. Münden with the historic half timbered houses of the Weser Renaissance is very interesting. You will love the splendid old houses. One overnight in Hann.Münden.
Day 2: Hann. Münden – Bad Karlshafen/Beverungen (approx. 46/55 km)
Start of the bicycle tour on the Weser Rock, exactly where Werra and Fulda embrace each other. You cycle via Reinhardshagen and past the ancient Benedictine monastery Bursfelde to the baroque Huguenot's town Bad Karlshafen. The centre of Bad Karlshafen with its lovely reconstructed baroque houses presents an interesting diversion to the otherwise usual half-timbered houses. One overnight in Bad Karlshafen or Beverungen/surroundings.
Day 3: Bad Karlshafen/Beverungen – Holzminden/Bodenwerder (approx. 37/55 km)
A number of highlights can be encountered along the route: the town Fürstenberg with a renowned porcelain manufacture, the old hanseatic town Höxter with more than 160 mostly half timbered buildings under monuments-protection. The little town Beverungen retained a lot of its historical face. Holzminden is well known for the production of aroma-essences and perfume-oils. One overnight in Holzminden or Bodenwerder/surroundings.
Day 4: Holzminden/Bodenwerder – Hameln/Rinteln (approx. 26-55 km)
Many an idyllic village on the road invites you to stay. The little town Bodenwerder got certain fame for being the home of the so called "Lying Baron" of Münchhausen. The famous town of the "Rat Catcher from Hameln" has an intact old town with marvellous half-timbered houses and buildings in the typical style of the Weser Renaissance, dating back to the 16th and 17th century. One overnight in Hameln or Rinteln.
Day 5: Hameln/Rinteln – Minden (approx. 41/69 km)
Near Porta Westfalica the river breaks through the Wiehen- and Weser mountain ranges and reaches the Northern German lowlands. The small town Rinteln, originating from the 13th century still has many buildings from the Weser Renaissance. Bad Oeynhausen has the world biggest carbonic acid thermal spring. Minden once was a flourishing trading centre but was destroyed in great parts during World War II. It was reconstructed in an exemplary way. One overnight in Minden.
Day 6: Minden – Nienburg (approx. 63 km)
After the days spent in the low mountain ranges today the idyllic, protected river meadows of the middle Weser dominate. You enjoy a far view over the flat countryside with meadows, black and white cows, a farm here and there and numerous wind mills. Characteristic for Nienburg is the strong fortification and the nice old town still is worth a visit. One overnight in Nienburg.
Day 7: Nienburg – Verden (approx. 57 km)
Today you discover the historic landscape of the middle Weser. The county Hoja are crossed on today's tour. Native villages and wide-spread farms are situated on the Weser-marsh land. After the day in nature the city of riders, Verden, forms the great end of the day. The town is dominated by the dome. The reputation as important rider and horse centre, adds to the significance of the town. One overnight in Verden.
Day 8: Verden – Bremen (approx. 53 km, departure)
Away from the traffic and through park-like areas you reach the centre of Bremen. The city has the second largest North-Sea port and a great importance for the sea trade. A sight seeing tour of the old town, as well as the Schnoorviertel, the monument of Roland and the monument of the "Bremer Musicians" are absolutely a must. Individual departure.
The Weser River Cycle Path follows mainly side roads with only scarce traffic as well as dedicated asphalted cycle paths and country roads. Only few differences in altitude have to be managed, therefore this cycle path is highly recommended for beginners or families with children.
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: 407 km
Starting point of the cycling holiday: Hann Munden
Weser Cycle Path
We recommend flying to Bremen 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 Weser Cycle Path cycling holiday includes the daily transfer of luggage to the next hotel and local support if required.
Included Services (Subject to confirmation)
Not Included
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.
Please note that the hotel list is subject to change and should be used as a guide only.
We will confirm the exact hotels prior to arrival.
Weser Cycle Path | Sample Hotel List |
Bad Karlshafen | Hotel Fuhrhop |
Holzminden | Hotel Hellers Krug |
Hameln | Hotel Birkenhof |
Minden | Hotel Exquisit |
Nienburg | Hotel Weserschlosschen |
Verden | Hotel Tholes Stadt-Gut |
Bremen | Atlantic Hotel Galopprennbahn |
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.
You can now book this cycling holiday online using our secure booking engine. Book online here >>
Season | Date Band | Arrival Day |
Season 1: | 27.03.-23.04. | 03.10.-16.10. | |
Season 2: | 24.04.-12.05. | 0021.08.-02.10. | |
Season 3: | 13.05.-01.08. |
Season | Prices per person |
Season 1: | £610 |
Season 2: | £635 |
Season 3: | £665 |
Half Board Upgrade: | £165 |
Single Room Supplement: | £210 |
Bike Rental: | £75 |
Electric Bike Upgrade: | £180 |
Season | Prices per person |
Season 1: | £545 |
Season 2: | £565 |
Season 3: | £585 |
Half Board Upgrade: | £145 |
Single Room Supplement: | £190 |
Bike Rental: | £75 |
Electric Bike Upgrade: | £180 |
Category Type | Accommodation Overview |
Category A: | 3* / 4* hotels |
Category B: | 2* / 3* hotels |
Location | Price DBL/BB | Single Supplement SGL/BB |
Hann.Munden (Cat A): | £55 | £30 |
Hann.Munden (Cat B): | £45 | £20 |
Bodenwerder(Rinteln (Cat A): | £50 | £20 |
Bodenwerder(Rinteln (Cat B): | £45 | £20 |
Hameln (Cat A): | £50 | £25 |
Hameln (Cat B): | £45 | £25 |
Minden (Cat A): | £55 | £30 |
Minden (Cat B): | £45 | £30 |
Nienburg (Cat A): | £50 | £25 |
Nienburg (Cat B): | £45 | £25 |
Verden (Cat A): | £55 | £25 |
Verden (Cat B): | £45 | £15 |
Bremen ( Cat A): | £55 | £30 |
Bremen (Cat B): | £50 | £30 |
Date From | Date To |
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27 March 2021 | 16 October 2021 |