
In the footsteps of the Vikings
- Duration
- 8 days
- Length
- approx. 275 - 295 km
- Reisecode
- SHL 30
That only exists here: Up the North Sea, down the Baltic Sea. Cycle the North Sea coast from Hamburg to Sylt or explore the Baltic Sea coast south from Flensburg to Lübeck. Cycling holiday between the North Sea dike and the Baltic Sea beach. All very comfortable according to the North German way of life.
Time to discover peculiarities and specialties. Cycling, strolling, swimming and smelling the scent of the sea. We offer you an extensive tour program, starting from the Salztstraße in the south up to Sylt and Flensburg.
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rated by 178 hikers.Experience the most beautiful corners between the North Sea and the Baltic Sea on our cycling tours in Schleswig-Holstein. Whether along wide sandy beaches, through historic towns or past idyllic lake landscapes - each tour has its own charm. Depending on your interests, you can choose between circular tours, nature and culture tours, river tours and radial cycling tours in Schleswig-Holstein. Let yourself be inspired and find the perfect route for your next cycling adventure!
From the charming port town of Husum, you can explore the rugged North Frisia with its green marshland, dykes and wide beaches. Our bike tours in Schleswig-Holstein take you past the dykes of Nordstrand, through the picturesque Dutch town of Friedrichstadt or across the Eiderstedt peninsula to the famous Westerhever lighthouse. Here you can feel the vastness of the north and breathe the fresh North Sea air.
The northernmost (district-free) city in Germany offers the perfect starting point for exploring the Flensburg Fjord and beyond. Cycle along the Baltic Sea Cycle Route towards Kiel, discover the Danish border near Sønderborg or follow the historic "Old Salt Road" inland. The mixture of maritime flair, Danish influence and beautiful coastal stretches makes this region particularly attractive.
As the state capital with one of the largest natural harbors in Europe, Kiel offers the best conditions for coastal tours. Follow the Baltic Sea Cycle Route to Lübeck or explore the inland along the Kiel Canal, where you can admire large freighters and cruise ships up close. Holstein Switzerland with its rolling hills and glittering lakes is also just a relaxing bike ride away.
The Hanseatic city is not only famous for its marzipan, but also an ideal starting point for cycling tours in Schleswig-Holstein along the Baltic Sea. Follow the coast to Travemünde and further to Wismar or head into the picturesque inland, where historic trade routes such as the Old Salt Road meander towards Hamburg. The combination of Hanseatic history and picturesque coastal landscape makes Lübeck an exciting starting point.
Some of the most beautiful cycle routes in northern Germany start from the Elbe metropolis. Follow the North Sea Cycle Route to Sylt, cycle along the Elbe to Brunsbüttel or switch to the coastal route towards Lübeck. Whether you want to enjoy the maritime harbor atmosphere or discover the vast land between the North Sea and the Baltic Sea - everything is possible from Hamburg.
Our cycling tours in Schleswig-Holstein are ideal for anyone who wants to actively experience the diversity of northwest Germany. You can do our tours either as part of a guided group or unguided and on your own. You can also book any cycling tour in Schleswig-Holstein with or without an overnight stay. Luggage transport is always included in our trips. This makes our trips suitable for curious beginners as well as experienced explorers.
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