The French section of EuroVelo 15 passes through some wonderfully varied Alsatian countryside in the Haut Rhin and Bas Rhin departments. The route is mainly located on flat, traffic free infrastructure and is therefore ideal for all age groups. It connects the fortified town of Neuf-Brisach (a UNESCO World Heritage Site); the attractive towns of Mulhouse or Colmar (easy to reach along connecting cycle paths); and the cycling city of Strasbourg, one of the ‘capitals of Europe’.
Download here the full GPS tracks of EuroVelo 15 - Rhine Cycle Route in France and start planning your next cycling holidays!
France Vélo Tourisme is the French national website for promoting long distance cycle routes. The website has specific pages for all the 'ready-to-cycle' EuroVelo routes with maps, points of interest and other useful information.
Alsace has a 1550-mile network of cycle paths. Its scale makes Alsace one of the top cycling regions in France. Three EuroVelo routes pass through the region, including the EuroVelo 15 - the Rhine Cycle Route. All the necessary information about the major international route and the regional and local paths branching off from it, can be found on the Alsace à Vélo website.
When travelling by bike, public transport connections can be a headache. Luckily, EuroVelo 15 is well-connected to public transport services in each of the countries crossed by the Rhine. Here are some tips to make your trip along the beautiful Rhine easier to plan.
There are many reasons to go on a journey along EuroVelo 15 – Rhine Cycle Route: it is the only fully certified route, it unites four countries, it is suited to all types of cyclists and features a variety of landscapes from mountainous areas to the sea border. In this article, we give you one m…
What do you know about one-way bike rental? It is a service that allows you to rent a bike in one location, cycle your planned trip, and return it to a different location. This article explores its benefits and challenges.
This summer, we invited everyone to join the #MoreCyclingTourism movement and share the best photo of their cycling trips along EuroVelo 15 - Rhine Cycle Route or EuroVelo 19 - Meuse Cycle Route and inspire others to use their bikes for their next holidays. We received many submissions from cyclist…
The EuroVelo Summer Photo Contest is back for its 2022 edition! So don't forget to bring along your camera on your next trip along EuroVelo 15 - Rhine Cycle Route or EuroVelo 19 - Meuse Cycle Route. Who knows? You may be one of the two lucky winners of a cycling holiday package along a section of t…
This route is a great destination for cyclists of all abilities but also offers fantastic culinary delights to entice the senses and invigorate the spirit.
Detailed map of each stage of the circuit with the exact itinerary of the routes on a scale of 1:75,000. Important information on the trails, the geographical and cultural points of interest, as well as on the numerous accommodation possibilities. The guide also includes many city maps. Language: German. Available in local bookshops and online.
Nearly 450 km of cycle routes (greenways and cycle paths) to discover the best of Alsace by bike: canals and vineyards, charming villages, towns with character. The guide presents a complete tour in 19 stages and 3 variants between Haut-Rhin and Bas-Rhin. The most beautiful tourist sites are visited. The guide contains all the practical information you need to prepare and carry out your trip.
Unlimited cycling experience between the Palatinate Forest and Jura, the Rhine and Lorraine.
Official EuroVelo flyer with route description and map in multiple languages (English, French, Dutch and German). To request a free printed copy of the older flyer, please send an email to info@romantischer-rhein.de
From the source to the mouth: 1233 kilometres of cycling fun with a river view. You are looking for cyclist-friendly accommodation close to Andermatt? You are interested in seeing Düsseldorf’s sights? You fancy trying Alsatian “Flammkuchen” in Strasbourg or wine in Rhineland Palatinate or perhaps you would like to rent a bike on the Dutch coast? Step by step, or better put stage by stage, you will find all the transnational information as well as helpful tour tips and tricks.
The guidebook contains stage-by-stage instructions to the full route from the river's source in the Swiss Alps to the mouth in the Netherlands. There are clear map extracts and detailed route descriptions, to direct the cyclist along the entire route. Also included is practical information about accommodation options, amenities and services along the route, plus details of historical and cultural points of interest.
With maps on a scale of 1:75,000, exact topographic maps, numerous site- and city maps, accurate description of routes, comprehensive index of accommodations, cyclist-friendly accommodations (‘Bett&Bike’), important telephone numbers and many background information. Language: German. Available at local- and online book stores.
Map of all cycle routes in Alsace, downloadable in electronic form. It includes EuroVelo 5, 6 and 15 as well as other thematic cycle routes and regional and local loops awaiting to be discovered by bike.
Contents of the guide: a 750-kilometre route in 15 stages and 5 getaways between Mulhouse, Strasbourg, Wissembourg and the German border; 4 loops of 3 to 5 days starting from the main towns of Alsace; 32 detailed maps + 1 general map; practical advice and all the useful addresses, accommodation, bike shops, tourist offices; and cultural and historical information on the heritage of each stage.
From romantic Germany to the windmills and wild beaches of the Netherlands, a beautiful river journey with many Unesco sites. 26 routes for the whole family on good cycling facilities. 799 km of itinerary - 20 stages between 20 and 68km - 6 escapades from 25 to 54km - 38 detailed maps at 1:50,000 scale - Cultural and historical information on the heritage - An address list - Directions for following the route - Visits, detours and variations - practical information (in French)
For one weekend, you can discover the treasures of the Rhineland by bike, completely free of charge. Two fully signposted loops, one to the north and the other to the south, will be marked out with workshops, activities and fun events that will give you unique experiences. ©Celine Schnell
For the first time, a joint German-French cycling festival will take place between the bridges near Neuenburg/Chalampé and Sasbach/Marckolsheim. It will be celebrated at a total of 5 bridges.
In a friendly and family atmosphere, the Stras'n'Bike offers you a fun and autonomous bike ride through several companies and the discovery of the industrial and cultural heritage of the port area. ©Victor Schoen/ADT
Pedal a 35 km bike ride through the countryside around Benfeld to discover the magnificent landscapes of the Grand Ried with family or friends. You will be accompanied by a guide along the way. You will set foot on land at the gourmet stops. Nature, landscapes, encounters, villages, delicacies, sport, smiles and good humour guaranteed! ©D.Lett/ADT
Most of the time the Rhine forms the natural border between France and Germany, between French savoir-vivre and German coziness. The past hasn't always been that peaceful, as you can see along the route, finding yourself often between former French and German fortifications. The region has nonetheless been enjoyable, passing through several historic sites - from the Swiss Basel via Freiburg to the European city of Strasbourg, by Karlsruhe to the picturesque city of Speyer and its cathedral.
Do you want to combine relaxed cyclotourism and enjoyment, the French cuisine or tasting german wine? Then the border regions around Breisach on the sunny upper Rhine are a true paradise for you.
Enjoy the unique 8-day bike tour from the Panoramahotel Kapuzinergarten in Breisach. The starting point is Breisach and from there you can explore the waterways of the Sonnenkönig, Colmar, Freiburg and the Kaiserstuhl. We are offering you 7 nights with half board including a rental bike, parking and a guest card for the Breisach area. Arrival is possible daily from 10 April to 20 October 2020.
Three countries, three cultures and a wonderful Mediterranean climate await you in the Rhine valley between the Alps, the Black Forest and the Vosges Mountains. Comfortable routes take you to wonderful destinations, which alone make the trip worthwhile.
An easy route to appreciate all the charms of Alsace. Discover the traditional and picturesque Alsace, the one from the postcards but also the unusual and little-known one. You will cycle through cities of art and history as well as villages snuggled up in the vineyards. Have a taste of their wood framing and half-timbered architecture throughout stages full of charm. Have rest in lovely hotels and sit down at prestigious tables to savor regional food.
An easy route to appreciate all the charms of Alsace. Discover the traditional and picturesque Alsace, the one from the postcards but also the unusual and little-known one. You will cycle through cities of art and history as well as villages snuggled up in the vineyards. Have a taste of their wood framing and half-timbered architecture throughout stages full of charm.
An easy route to appreciate all the charms of Alsace. Discover the traditional and picturesque Alsace, the one from the postcards but also the unusual and little-known one. This tour will take you to the meeting point of Roman, Gothic and Baroque architecture. Enjoy the museums and their treasures, the Vosges forests, the peat bogs of the Ried and the beautiful vineyards glistening under the sun
