Hamburg to Copenhagen

Discover the beauty of the north on an unforgettable bike tour from Hamburg to Copenhagen. Start in Ahrensburg and cycle along the picturesque Elbe-Lübeck Canal to Lübeck, where the UNESCO World Heritage Old Town awaits you. Continue along the Baltic coast to Neustadt in Holstein and then to the island of Fehmarn, where you cross the imposing Fehmarnsund Bridge. After a relaxing ferry ride, you reach Lolland and explore picturesque Maribo. The ride continues through the charming Danish countryside to Copenhagen, where you can experience the vibrant atmosphere of the capital. Enjoy cultural highlights and breathtaking landscapes on the way from Hamburg to Copenhagen.

Overview of your benefits

Good value for money
Tour incl. hotels and luggage transport
Extensive route booklet & GPS data
Top brand rental bikes bookable
Over 30 years of experience

Blick auf den Hafen in Neustadt in Holstein

Ein Paar steht mit seinen Rädern an der Ostsee

On your own during the day. The east of Hamburg/Ahrensburg is the starting point of your bike tour. Hamburg's center is easily accessible by train.

Overnight place: Hamburg or Ahrensburg

Well-developed cycle paths take you to Lübeck. A highlight is the Elbe-Lübeck Canal, along which you will cycle for a large part of the route. Lübeck's church towers greet you from afar and invite you to explore the city.

Overnight place: Lübeck

From Lübeck you go to the Baltic Sea coast. The Baltic Sea Cycle Route takes you north to Neustadt Holstein with its maritime flair. The harbor invites you to take a stroll and the historic old town offers numerous cafes and restaurants where you can end the day.

Overnight place: Neustadt or surroundings

From Neustadt you continue your journey along the coast to the island of Fehmarn. On the way you pass seaside resorts and small fishing villages. A special highlight of this stage is the Fehmarnsund Bridge. This impressive bridge connects the mainland with the island of Fehmarn and offers spectacular views of the sea and the coastal landscape.

Overnight place: Fehmarn

A short drive takes you to the ferry port of Puttgarden. The crossing to Rødby Denmark takes about 45 minutes. You cycle through picturesque Lolland to Maribo, where your accommodation is located. The city offers numerous opportunities for relaxation and sightseeing, including the Maribo Cathedral and the open-air museum.

Overnight place: Lolland / Maribo and surroundings

The journey continues through rural Lolland over the Storstrøm Bridge to the island of Falster. You cross Falster and, after crossing Guldborg, reach Zealand, Denmark's largest island, with the destination of Næstved. Næstved is a historic town with many cultural attractions, including Gavnø Castle and the Medieval Centre.

Overnight place: Næstved

Your route crosses Zealand to the island's east coast, to the half-timbered town of Køge. This route leads through forests and past lakes and fields. The route is well signposted and offers numerous opportunities for breaks in nature. Køge, a historic town with a beautiful old market square and well-preserved half-timbered houses, is a great place to stop. In Køge, you have the option of taking the commuter train to Copenhagen city center (at your own expense) if you want to shorten the route.

Overnight place: Copenhagen

After breakfast, your cycling trip ends. You may want to book an extra night in Copenhagen. Copenhagen is known for being bike-friendly and offers numerous cycle paths that will take you comfortably through the city. Visit the Tivoli amusement park, Nyhavn with its colorful houses and the famous Little Mermaid. The city also offers many museums, historical buildings and modern architecture. Use the day to explore Copenhagen and enjoy the lively atmosphere.

7 nights including breakfast
Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel (9am-18pm)
German-speaking guest advisor in Denmark
Ferry trip: Puttgarden - Rødby (incl. bike)
7 days service hotline
1x per room travel documents
GPS data on request

Basic price in € per person

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Double room including breakfast	Cat. I/Cat. II
16.05.2026 - 12.09.2026	1.199,00 €

Single room including breakfast	Cat. I/Cat. II
16.05.2026 - 12.09.2026	1.679,00 €

Rental bikes

7-speed "basic" freewheel with pannier
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	100,00 €

7/8 speed coaster brake with pannier bag
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	125,00 €

24-speed freewheel with pannier
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	125,00 €

women's electric bike with pannier
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	250,00 €

group discounts

If 5 people or more travel together, a group discount will be granted during the following periods.
Further information and the discount scale can be found under Offers > Group discounts .

Child discount

From 0 to 4 years applies

€25

Child / Night

A fixed price of €25 per child per night covers accommodation and travel services (e.g. luggage transport).

From 5 to 15 years applies

40%

Kind

With two full-paying adults, a maximum of one child (5-15 years) can stay in the adults' double room (extra bed). 40% discount

15%

Kind

With 2 full-paying adults, 1-2 children (5-15 years) stay in an extra room.15% discount

15%

Driving & riding bits

For every 1 fully paying adult, 1 child (5-15 years) stays in the same double room as the adult.15% discount

Extra bed for adults aged 16 and over

10%

Driving & riding bits

With two full-paying adults, a maximum of one person aged 16 or over can stay in the same double room as the adults (only with an extra bed). 10% discount

Hamburg or Ahrensburg

Room price per person	Cat. I/Cat. II
Doppelzimmer inkl. Frühstück	90,00 €
Einzelzimmer inkl. Frühstück	151,00 €

Copenhagen

Room price per person	Cat. I/Cat. II
Doppelzimmer inkl. Frühstück	130,00 €
Einzelzimmer inkl. Frühstück	185,00 €

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Reisecode: DAN 25

Hamburg to Copenhagen

Duration: 8 days
Overnight stays: 7 nights
Overnight stays: about 363 - 422 km

Every Saturday from May 16rd to September 12th, 2026

Arrival possible
Limited arrival possible
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Basic price in € per person * 2026	Cat. I/Cat. II
Double room including breakfast	From €1199
Single room including breakfast	From €1679

Attention: This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Still have questions?

Doreen Geissler

Phone: 03831 30676-0 Mon–Fri 8am–17pm
E-mail: info@mecklenburger-radtour.de

Flight: to Hamburg; continue by U/S-Bahn to Ahrensburg/from Copenhagen Airport

Train: to Hamburg Central Station, then by U/S-Bahn or regional train to Ahrensburg (approx. 20 minutes) / from Copenhagen Central Station

General tip for traveling by car

You can easily find a large overview of parking spaces on the external website www.parkopedia.de . view

Rooms with shower/toilet or bath/toilet
Cat. I/II: Middle class hotels or guesthouses with 2-3 stars as well as
Comfort and first-class hotels with 3-4 stars or comparable

No additional overnight stays possible during the tour
no rental bikes for additional days
Taking four-legged friends is not possible!
no child discount possible

NOT INCLUDED: Cultural tax, bed tax, arrival and departure, transfers, excursions, entrance fees and sightseeing fees, city maps, ferry fees, insurance, tips and personal expenses.

General information

Not included in the price: Cultural development tax, bed tax, arrival and departure, transfers, excursions, entrance and sightseeing fees, city maps, ferry fees, insurance, tips and personal expenses.
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Maps presented are for illustrative purposes only and do not reflect geographical reality.