It doesn't matter whether you have decided to do the entire 1,260 kilometers or individual stages of the Elbe Cycle Path. You have a wonderful journey ahead of you. Each section is characterized by a varied mix of scenic, cultural, historical and architectural highlights. Of course, the culinary diversity

On today's stage you will be riding almost exclusively on well paved bike paths. A special highlight is the Kuks Hospital, which is considered a prime example of Baroque architecture. Completely renewed in 2013, the cycle path leads right past it. Together with the stage destination Hradec Králové, whose

Today the route goes from Hradec Králové to Kolin. After about 20 kilometers you reach the East Bohemian city of Pardubice, which is also known as the "gingerbread city". In addition, the city center, which was declared a historical city reserve, is also worth a visit. Then you cycle along the river

Continuing along the Elbe, you first pass the historic towns of Poděbrady and Nymburk. The rather leisurely bike path leaves enough time to view the surroundings. Nymbur welcomes you with a majestic city wall; Relics of the king. Then it goes to the north of Prague Mělník. This day is one of the longest

From the charming town of Mělník you can now visit Litoměřice, 50 kilometers away. The starting point is on a small hill, directly above the confluence of the two largest rivers in Bohemia; the Elbe and the Vltava. Due to the special climatic situation you move along the largest wine region in Bohemia

Today, it is about Litoměřice 50 km to Děčín. As the first stop of this stage, we recommend the city of Libochovany, where besides the visit of the Renessainces castle you can also eat extremely cheap. Full and rested it continues on the Elbe on Cirkvice, Sebuzin for the next photo stop: Castle Schreckenstein

This stage belongs to the most scenic of the Elberadweges. Despite the shortness of only 16 kilometers are two highlights in front of you: the border crossing of the German-Czech border and the National Park Saxon Switzerland. After passing the deserted border crossing (border controls are gone, but

The eighth stage is the first section of the Elbe Cycle Route that runs entirely within Germany. Starting in Schöna on the Czech border, it takes you to Heidenau on the edge of Saxon Switzerland. The nearly 40-kilometer-long route winds along well-maintained paths past one of Germany's most visited sights

This stage takes you from Heidenau to Meissen. After Pillnitz Castle with its famous tropical greenhouses, you pass the Loschwitz Bridge, better known as the Blue Wonder. After about 20 kilometers, you reach the center of the state capital, Dresden. The absolute highlights include the Frauenkirche, the

Today about 60 kilometers of bike path are waiting for you. Passing wide meadows, castles and palaces, you pass Zehren and Niederlommatzsch, as well as Neuhirschstein Castle. In Riesa, the inner city mile and the noodle center are waiting for you. The idyllic town of Strehla, which you will reach after

Stage 11 takes you from Belgern to Pretzsch. A special highlight is the cycling church in Weßnig, the first church in Germany to open its doors specifically to cyclists. A stopover in nearby Torgau is recommended, whose historic town center, including Hartenfels Castle, is particularly interesting for

Today you'll cycle from Pretzsch to Lutherstadt Wittenberg. The cycle path, which runs along both banks of the Elbe in this section, is particularly family-friendly. As you cycle through the Elbe floodplains, villages, castles, the Elbe ferries, old Elbe branches, and Lutherstadt Wittenberg are among

This stage begins leisurely in Lutherstadt Wittenberg, one of the most important centers of Martin Luther's creative work. The publication of his 95 Theses at the door of the Castle Church marked the beginning of the Reformation. About halfway through the route, you pass through the UNESCO World Heritage

Scenic and architecturally interesting, it continues on the 14th stage. In the Bauhaus city of Dessau, world-famous buildings invite to exhibitions and guided tours. In the further course of the Elbe Cycle Path you will find numerous architecture in the style of the Bauhaus. Continue north, where the

Your today's destination is just under 35 kilometers away. Enough time to be enchanted by the many sights along the way. Start is the small town of Barby, which in addition to the Baroque Castle and the Barbie Museum also has a new leisure area that invites you to swim and relax. Continue towards Sch

Today's day's leg takes you along the Elbe to the north from Magdeburg via Hohenwarthe to Rogätz. To start the day, the City Park Rotehorn offers. In the middle of the city center, the Elbe Island is also a favorite place for locals to relax. The path continues on the right bank towards the north. In

And continue on stage 17. On the left bank of the Elbe you cross dikes and forest areas of the Elbe hinterland. After 18 kilometers, there is a nice rest area, from which you can enjoy a very good view of the Elbe. If you want to change to the other side of the Elbe, you can do that in the case of greaves

The Elbe Cycle Route runs here for about 60 kilometers from Tangermünde to Havelberg. At the west of the Elbe you pass the Arneburg and Schwarzholz; both well worth seeing. You can also make a short detour to Stendal, which is about 13 kilometers from Tangermünde. Historic lakeside villas with sumptuous

Stage 19 has as a starting point, the Hanseatic city of Havelberg with about 45 kilometers away Wittenberge as a destination. Depending on your mood, you can decide whether your journey through Brandenburg or Saxony-Anhalt will continue. The Elbe divides the two federal states. If you decide otherwise

This day's stage of the Elbe Cycle Route is 30 kilometers short. Lots of time for stopovers or even small trips to the area. After saying goodbye to the very nice Wittenberg, the trail leads you first to the south and then to the west via Wahrenberg and Pollitz. The floodplain landscape of the Biosphere