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Cycling Thread went for a bike ride
June 12, 2026
Tour Brandenburg - Cottbus to Eberswalde
Travelling from Cottbus to Eberswalde showed us why Brandenburg is one of the best regions in Germany for bicycle touring. The route passes through a varied landscape of lakes, forests and historic towns, while the daily distances can be easily adjusted to individual preferences. Traffic is usually light and cycling…
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Cycling Thread went for a bike ride
June 1, 2026
Autour du Luberon à vélo - Around the Luberon by Bicycle - Cavaillon to Cavaillon
The Around Luberon route is one of the most attractive cycling journeys in Provence, combining quiet countryside roads, historic villages and beautiful Mediterranean landscapes. We spent several days exploring the region by e-bike, starting from Cavaillon and following a circular route around the Luberon mountains. What impressed us most was…
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June 8, 2026
Many of the highlights are hilltop villages that belong to the most beautiful in France. Places such as Gordes, Roussillon, Bonnieux, Ménerbes and Oppède-le-Vieux offer narrow stone streets, old churches, castles and panoramic views across vineyards, olive groves and lavender fields. Together, they create
Cycling Thread went for a bike ride
September 9, 2025
Velo Dunajec - Dunajec Cycle Route - Zakopane to Tarnów
The VeloDunajec is widely considered the most beautiful long-distance cycling route in Poland, running through the heart of Malopolska. It connects mountain landscapes with river valleys and historic towns, offering a rare mix of nature and culture in one continuous ride. The route is suitable both for multi-day journeys and…
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December 9, 2025
The quality of the cycling infrastructure along the VeloDunajec is exceptionally high by Polish standards. Long stretches follow smooth asphalt paths separated from car traffic, often built on flood embankments or along quiet riverside corridors. Dedicated cycling bridges and well-designed rest areas
Cycling Thread went for a bike ride
May 21, 2025
Kärnten Seen-Schleife - Carinthian Lake Loop - Villach to Villach
The Carinthian Lake Loop is one of the most attractive cycling routes in Austria. Covering around 420 kilometres, it leads through the southern part of the country, linking lakes, river valleys and Alpine landscapes. The route was designed to showcase the best of Carinthia during a multi-day cycling journey. It…
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June 11, 2026
Most of the route follows comfortable and safe cycle paths as well as quiet local roads. The loop consists of two sections meeting in Villach - a more challenging western part and a gentler eastern part. Along the way, cyclists ride beside the Drau River, around beautiful lakes and through scenic mountain
Cycling Thread and Polen Travel went for a bike ride
September 22, 2024
Wiślana Trasa Rowerowa - Vistula Cycling Route, EuroVelo 9 - Gdańsk to Gdańsk
The Vistula Cycling Route, part of EuroVelo 9 in Pomorskie, gives you a peaceful ride along both banks of the Vistula River. It stretches roughly 278 km and forms a loop from Gdansk through Tczew, Gniew, Nowe, Grudziadz, Kwidzyn, Mikoszewo and back to Gdansk. The route feels relaxed, historically rich…
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August 25, 2025
You ride mostly on smooth bike paths and quiet public roads with very low traffic, plus some flood-dyke sections that are asphalted and flat. The terrain is easy to follow, even for families or casual riders. Signage is clear and visible, making navigation simple and stress-free. Overall it is a comfortable
Cycling Thread went for a bike ride
August 1, 2024
Nord-Süd-Route - North-South Route, EuroVelo 5 - Lugano to Basel
The North South Route is one of the most important long distance cycling routes in Switzerland. It begins in Basel on the border with Germany and runs all the way to Chiasso on the Italian border. The route is part of the national Veloland network and is marked as Route…
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August 31, 2025
In total the route covers more than 360 kilometers and connects very different landscapes. From the Jura hills the path leads into the flat Mittelland, later into the lakes and mountains of Central Switzerland. The ride includes quiet valleys, busy towns and many cultural highlights along the way. Each
Cycling Thread and Vorarlberg went for a bike ride
August 1, 2024
Cycling Vorarlberg - Bielerhöhe to Feldkirch
Vorarlberg in western Austria is a hidden gem for anyone who loves mixing mountains, valleys and lakes on two wheels. A five-day journey links short valley routes into one epic ride, from the high Silvretta Alps down to the Rhine and Lake Constance. You pass peaceful towns like Bludenz, Lech…
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August 23, 2025
The cycling network here covers nearly 300 km of well-signposted paths that follow valley roads and official trails. Some sections are separated from car traffic, offering a mix of easy valley rides and more demanding alpine climbs. Infrastructure is strong, with clear signage and public transport options
Cycling Thread and Naturpark Altmuehltal went for a bike ride
June 13, 2024
Tauber-Altmühl Radweg - Tauber-Altmühl Cycle Route - Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Kelheim
The Tauber-Altmühl Radweg in Franconia is a really pleasant German cycling getaway linking two river valleys. It starts around Rothenburg ob der Tauber, then crosses a watershed before following the Altmühl River down to Kelheim. The scenery mixes charming medieval towns and gentle countryside with rocky Jura landscapes. It's a…
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August 23, 2025
You’ll find a mix of surfaces: smooth paved bike paths, quiet local roads and some gravel or crushed-stone trails, especially in the Altmühl Valley. Signage is good, which helps a lot with navigation. There’s a noticeable climb when crossing the watershed, but after that the gradient becomes much gentler
Cycling Thread and others went for a bike ride
May 1, 2024
Stettiner Haff Rundweg - Szczecin Lagoon Cycle Route, Wokół Zalewu Szczecińskiego - Szczecin to Szczecin
The Szczecin Lagoon Cycle Route is a Polish-German loop of about 300 km that circles Szczecin Lagoon and Lake Dabie. Around two thirds of the route run through West Pomerania in Poland, while the rest continues on the German side. It offers a mix of lagoon, river, forest and seaside…
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August 25, 2025
Most of the route is separated from motor traffic, giving a safe and pleasant cycling experience. On the Polish side about 40 km are gravel, while on the German side it is around 10 km, often on dike paths where asphalt is not possible. The terrain is mostly flat and easy to ride, though some sections
Cycling Thread and visitbrandenburg went for a bike ride
April 27, 2024
Niederlausitzer Bergbautour - Lower Lusatia Mining Route - Forst to Finsterwalde
The Lower Lusatia Mining Route is a cycling loop of around 400 to 500 km through southern Brandenburgs Lusatian Lakeland. It runs across a landscape once shaped by lignite mining that is now turning into one of Europes largest artificial lake districts. You ride through a region that tells the…
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August 27, 2025
Most of the ride follows dedicated bike paths or quiet rural roads between lakes, wetlands and green fields. The terrain is mostly flat, so the days are easy and relaxed on the bike. The route is well signposted and designed with visitors in mind, with options for side loops that can change the distance
Cycling Thread and Polen Travel went for a bike ride
August 25, 2023
EuroVelo 10 - Baltic Sea Cycle Route - Ustka to Elbląg
The Baltic Sea Coast section of EuroVelo 10 in Pomorskie runs for about 300 km from Ustka to Elblag. It is an adventurous stretch that takes you through seaside towns, forests, dunes and historic spots like Leba and Puck. The route feels natural and a bit wild, leaning more on…
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August 27, 2025
Much of the route uses concrete or asphalt paths, especially where it follows old railway lines. There are also gravel sections and forest tracks, which add character but can be more demanding. Sandy stretches appear near the shifting dunes and in Slowinski National Park, where walking the bike may be
Cycling Thread went for a bike ride
July 15, 2023
LF Waterlinieroute - Waterline Route - Purmerend to Breda
The Waterline Route is one of the most interesting long-distance cycle routes in the Netherlands, leading through canals, rivers, historic towns and peaceful Dutch landscapes. The route follows the old Dutch water defence lines and offers a very different perspective on the country than the typical image of Amsterdam and…
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May 16, 2026
One of the biggest attractions of the Waterline Route are the historic forts, bunkers and defensive structures built as part of the Dutch waterlines. Many of them are beautifully preserved and today house museums, cafes, campsites or cultural centres surrounded by canals and greenery. Cycling between
Cycling Thread went for a bike ride
June 9, 2023
Uckermärkischer Radrundweg - Uckermark Cycle Route - Schwedt to Schwedt
The Uckermark Cycle Route (Uckermärkischer Radrundweg) is a roughly 260-kilometre circular bicycle route looping around the Uckermark district in Brandenburg, Germany. It links natural reserves, national parks, lakes and charming towns like Schwedt, Prenzlau, Templin and Angermünde. Much of the route passes through protected landscapes such as the Lower Oder…
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September 27, 2025
The route's surface quality and types of roads vary significantly. In the southeastern stretch (Schwedt → Angermünde → Templin → Lychen) it runs largely on segregated, dedicated bicycle infrastructure separated from car traffic. In the northern segments it shifts onto public roads with very low traffic
Cycling Thread went for a bike ride
May 1, 2023
Ostseeküsten-Radweg - Baltic Sea Cycle Route, EuroVelo 10 - Lübeck to Stralsund
We cycled the Baltic Sea Coast Cycle Route in northern Germany, part of EuroVelo 10, from Lübeck to Stralsund. The route follows the Ostseeküsten-Radweg and is one of the most popular long-distance cycling routes in the country. It combines Baltic Sea landscapes, fields of blooming rapeseed and towns full of…
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September 16, 2025
The surfaces were excellent and made cycling smooth and easy. Most of the way runs on separated bike paths, often paved and always well maintained. Even when the path is not asphalted, it stays solid and safe to ride. Clear signage, frequent rest stops and calm local roads make this route very comfortable.
Cycling Thread went for a bike ride
July 20, 2022
Jura Route - Nyon to Basel
The Jura Route in western Switzerland is a hidden gem, a cycling adventure of about 280 to 300 km stretching from Nyon on Lake Geneva to Basel. It runs through gentle hills, forested valleys and peaceful plateaus in the less visited Swiss Jura mountains. Expect remote countryside, grazing cows, quiet…
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August 26, 2025
This route is marked with red signs bearing the number 7 and alternates between paved paths and gravel or forest tracks. Terrain is varied, sometimes smooth and sometimes rougher, with noticeable climbs that add character. Overall it is a tough but rewarding ride, with plenty of ups and downs and the
June 19, 2026
The highlight of the trip was undoubtedly the Niederfinow boat lift. This remarkable engineering structure allows ships to overcome a significant height difference on the Oder-Havel Canal and has become one of Germany's most fascinating industrial landmarks. Alongside the historic lift, a new and even