River Elbe Cycle Path: Hamburg to Dresden in 8 Days

Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Moderate/strenuous
D-Score™
D4 - Epic

Overview

Cycle alongside Germany's second-largest river, Elbe, and enjoy the stunning riverbank meadows, gorgeous vineyards, magnificent castles and charming historical towns. This 8-day tour is appropriate for experienced cyclists and will allow you to experience most of the River Elbe Cycle Path. It will take you from the harbour city of Hamburg through vast natural reserves, vineyards and the charming towns of Hitzacker, Lutherstadt Wittenberg and Meissen to historic Dresden.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrive in Hamburg

Arrive in Hamburg

Day 2: Hamburg – Hitzacker

110 km 0 m

D2

Hamburg – Hitzacker

Day 3: Hitzacker – Havelberg

113 km 0 m

D3

Hitzacker – Havelberg

Day 4: Havelberg – Magdeburg

129 km 0 m

D3

Havelberg – Magdeburg

Day 5: Magdeburg – Dessau

84 km 0 m

D2

Magdeburg – Dessau

Day 6: Dessau – Torgau

110 km 0 m

D2

Dessau – Torgau

Day 7: Torgau – Dresden

105 km 0 m

D2

Torgau – Dresden

Day 8: Departure

Departure

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the River Trails

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