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The best cycling routes in Cologne

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Cycling in Cologne is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Cologne District. So you can find your perfect Köln bike ride, we’ve reviewed our full collection of cycling routes in the region to deliver the best. Just click on each route to see a full breakdown of detailed information including elevation profiles and surface analyses, and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other members of the komoot community.

Last updated: November 2, 2025

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1. Cologne: ancient and modern architecture by bike

35.3km

02:06

130m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.3

(276)

1,398

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2. Rhine Riverside Pathway (Cologne) – Rhein Riverbank Near Köln loop from Köln Süd

42.1km

02:26

110m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.6

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3. Family cycle tour Cologne Green Belt and Gertrudenhof - Cycling through the Rhineland

15.1km

00:57

30m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.6

(9)

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4. The Schäl Sick – cycling through the Rhineland

27.6km

01:44

100m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.5

(94)

1,027

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5. Abteipark Brauweiler – View of Hambach Open-Pit Mine loop from Köln-Müngersdorf/Technologiepark

66.4km

03:58

310m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.4

(137)

1,432

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6. Decksteiner Pond Bridge – Weir on the Erft River loop from Köln West

41.7km

02:35

180m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.4

(138)

608

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7. Rhine Cycle Path – Rhine Cycle Path Near Widdig loop from Sürth

48.1km

02:45

130m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.5

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617

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8. Bötchenteich im Blücherpark – Adenauer Weiher loop from Köln Süd

28.8km

01:44

80m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.7

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1,242

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9. Baumberg riverside promenade – Altstadt Zons loop from Köln West

98.9km

06:04

240m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.5

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493

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10. Rautenstrauch Canal – Clarenbachkanal loop from Köln-Chorweiler Nord

33.7km

02:06

90m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes in Cologne

1. Cologne: ancient and modern architecture by bike

2. Rhine Riverside Pathway (Cologne) – Rhein Riverbank Near Köln loop from Köln Süd

3. Family cycle tour Cologne Green Belt and Gertrudenhof - Cycling through the Rhineland

4. The Schäl Sick – cycling through the Rhineland

5. Abteipark Brauweiler – View of Hambach Open-Pit Mine loop from Köln-Müngersdorf/Technologiepark

6. Decksteiner Pond Bridge – Weir on the Erft River loop from Köln West

7. Rhine Cycle Path – Rhine Cycle Path Near Widdig loop from Sürth

8. Bötchenteich im Blücherpark – Adenauer Weiher loop from Köln Süd

9. Baumberg riverside promenade – Altstadt Zons loop from Köln West

10. Rautenstrauch Canal – Clarenbachkanal loop from Köln-Chorweiler Nord

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