Germany

With ten EuroVelo routes, Germany is THE country for cycling tours in Europe. More than 320 bicycle routes lead cyclists through the country's varied landscapes. Whether you cycle along the coast or one of the numerous rivers, through impressive mountainous landscapes or historical and modern cities, you will certainly find a ride that suits your tastes. Culinary enjoyments, cultural monuments and sights of untouched nature along the routes complete the bicycle travel experience in Germany.

National Information

ADFC: German Cyclists’ Association

National EuroVelo Coordination Centre

The German Cyclists’ Association (ADFC) has over 240,000 members and is the largest lobby group for cyclists in Germany and worldwide. It advises on all issues relating to bicycles: law, technology and tourism. Politically, the ADFC is committed to the consistent promotion of bicycle traffic and cycle tourism at regional, national and international levels.

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Federal Logistics and Mobility Office (BALM)

National EuroVelo Coordination Centre

The Federal Logistics and Mobility Office (BALM) is the central lead partner for the promotion of cycling on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Transport. The BALM is the is the first point of contact for a lot of questions referring to the funding and the promotion of bicycle traffic. Thus, the BALM makes an essential contribution to the sustainable shaping of a safe, environmentally suitable mobility and to the accomplishment of the climate protection goals in the area of mobility. The Cycle Network Germany office at BALM is the project organiser for the German national cycle network. It forms the network of cycle routes of national importance and consists of the thirteen D-Routes, the German Unity Cycle Route and included the Iron Curtain Trail.

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[EuroVelo 2, EuroVelo 7] D-Route 3

This website contains information on the German D-Route 3, with a description of the route, an online Map with a route planning function and an option to download the route tracks.

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[EuroVelo 2, EuroVelo 7] D-Route 3, 11

This website contains information on the German D-Route 3, 11 with a description of the route, an online Map with a route planning function and an option to download the route tracks.

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[EuroVelo 4] D-Route 4

This website contains information on the German D-Route 4, with a description of the route, an online Map with route planning function and option to download the route tracks.

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[EuroVelo 5] D-Route 5

This website contains information on the German D-Route 5, with a description of the route, an online Map with route planning function and option to download the route tracks.

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[EuroVelo 6] D-Route 6

This website contains information on the German D-Route 6, with a description of the route, an online Map with route planning function and option to download the route tracks.

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[EuroVelo 7] D-Route 7

This website contains information on the German D-Route 7, with a description of the route, an online Map with a route planning function and an option to download the route tracks.

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[EuroVelo 10] D-Route 2

This website contains information on the German D-Route 2, with a description of the route, an online Map with a route planning function and an option to download the route tracks.

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[EuroVelo 12] D-Route 1

This website contains information on the German D-Route 1, with a description of the route, an online map with a route planning function and an option to download the route tracks.

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[EuroVelo 15] D-Route 8

This website contains information on the German D-Route 8, with a description of the route, an online map with a route planning function and an option to download the route tracks.

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ADFC Quality Cycle Routes and ADFC Bicycle Travel Regions

Currently, 44 quality routes in Germany, 2 quality routes abroad and 6 bicycle travel regions carry the ADFC seal of quality. The link provides more information.

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ADFC's brochure "Discover Germany by bike"

On the online presentation of the ADFC's brochure you will find a selection of the most beautiful bike routes in Germany.

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Bett+Bike - Bicycle Friendly Accommodation

Around 5,900 hotels, guesthouses, youth hostels, nature houses and camping sites are tailored to the needs of cyclists. Guest companies meeting ADFC quality criteria are marked with a sign at the entrance.

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Bicycle Route Planner in Germany

This platform enables seamless cycling route planning across Germany! Plan your trip and download the GPX tracks of German D-Routes in open data.

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German Tourism Center e.V., DZT

The DZT has promoted Germany abroad on behalf of the federal government for more than 60 years. It advertises the touristic diversity of Germany throughout the world. It therefore advertises for one of the biggest and most popular brands - the travel country Germany. A selection of attractive long distance cycle routes can be found on www.germany.travel with route descriptions and references of Bed+Bike establishments.

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Maps & Guides

EuroVelo 10, EuroVelo 13: Iron Curtain Trail 2 [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes EuroVelo 10 & EuroVelo 13 in Latvia from Riga, across Lithuania, Russia, and Poland and in Germany up to Lübeck (1,604 km). Half of the route in Latvia is described in the book. The perfect tool to guide you during your journey preparation and on the road: maps at a scale of 1:85,000, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory, LiveUpdate, handlebar bag format, and spiral-bound. Also available in German.

EuroVelo 10: Baltic Sea Cycle Route - Part 2 [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes EuroVelo 10 in Germany up to Lübeck (698 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 10: Baltic Sea Cycle Route - Part 1 [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes EuroVelo 10 in Germany between Lübeck and Flensburg (454 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:50,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 10: Baltic Sea Cycle Route - Part 3 [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes EuroVelo 10 in Poland from Gdańsk (490 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 12: North Sea Cycle Route - Part 2 [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes EuroVelo 12 in Germany between Hamburg and Bad Nieuweschans (564 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:50,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 12: North Sea Cycle Route - Part 3 [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes EuroVelo 12 in Germany up to Hamburg (368 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:50,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 15 - Rhine Cycle Route Handbook

From the source to the mouth: 1233 kilometres of cycling fun! 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. You can download the handbook here.

EuroVelo 15: Rhine Cycle Route - part 2 [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This german-language cycling guide describes EuroVelo 15 in Germany and France between Basel and Mainz (415 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 15: Rhine Cycle Route - part 3 [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This german-language cycling guide describes EuroVelo 15 in Germany between Mainz and Duisburg (304 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 15: Rhine Cycle Route - part 4 [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This german-language cycling guide describes the section of the EuroVelo cycle route in Germany from Köln and in the Netherlands (450 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 3: Aachen – Paris [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes the section of the EuroVelo cycle route in Belgium and in France up to Paris (556 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translations of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 3: Bridge Cycle Route Osnabrück - Bremen [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes the German section of EuroVelo 3 between Bremen and Osnabrück (166 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 3: Europa-Radweg R1 from Heerweg to Ochsenweg [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes the section of the EuroVelo cycle route in Denmark and in Germany up to Hamburg (708 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 3: Hamburg-Bremen [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes the German section of EuroVelo 3 between Hamburg and Bremen (151 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 3: Rhine Cycle Path 3 "Rhein-Radweg 3" [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes the German section of EuroVelo 3 between Leverkusen and Mehlem (119 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 3: Rhine Cycle Path 4 "Rhein Radweg 4" [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes the German section of EuroVelo 3 between Wesel and Düsseldorf and between Monheim am Rhein and Cologne (108 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 4: “Egertal-Radweg • Ohře-Radweg” [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes the section of the EuroVelo 4 in Czech Republic between Cheb and Karlovy Vary (60 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:50,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 4: “Fränkischer Radachter” [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes the German section of EuroVelo 4 between Gemünden am Main and Ochsenfurt (65 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:50,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 4: Main Cycle Route "MainRadweg" [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes the German section of EuroVelo 4 between Mainz and Bayreuth and between Bad Berneck and Bischofsgründ (550 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 4: Rhine Cycle Path 4 "Rhein-Radweg 4" [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes the German section of EuroVelo 4 between Monheim am Rhein and Cologne (30 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 4: Rhine Cycle Route 3 "Rhein-Radweg 3" [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes the German section of EuroVelo 4 between Cologne and Mainz (207 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 5: Saar Cycle Route [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes the sections of EuroVelo 5 in Germany between Merzig and Saarbrücken and then in France up to Strasbourg (233 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:50,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 5: "Saarland-Radweg Veloroute SaarLorLux" [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes the sections of EuroVelo 5 in Luxembourg from Luxembourg city, through Germany and in France up to the lake Étang du Stock (230 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/internation…

EuroVelo 7: Berlin-Copenhagen [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This guide describes the section of EuroVelo 7 in Denmark from Copenhagen and in Germany up to Berlin (690 km). The perfect tool to guide you during your journey preparation and on the road: precise and very informative maps at a scale of 1:75,000, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory, LiveUpdate, handlebar bag format, spiral-bound, laminated and tearproof. English translation of the map legend and the user's manual at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 7: Elbe Cycle Route Upstream [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This guide describes EuroVelo 7 in Germany between Lutherstadt Wittenberg and Bad Schandau (220 km). The perfect tool to guide you during your journey preparation and on the road: precise and very informative maps at a scale of 1:75,000, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory, LiveUpdate, handlebar bag format, spiral-bound, laminated and tearproof. English translation of the map legend and the user's manual at esterbauer.com/international.

EuroVelo 7: Elbe River Trail [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes the section of the EuroVelo cycle route in Germany from Lutherstadt Wittenberg and in Czechia up to Prague (394 km). The perfect tool to guide you during your journey preparation and on the road: precise and very informative maps at a scale of 1:75,000, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory, LiveUpdate, handlebar bag format, and spiral-bound. Also available in German.

EuroVelo 7: Radweg Deutsche Einheit [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This guide describes the section of EuroVelo 7 in Germany between Berlin and Lutherstadt Wittenberg (133 km). The perfect tool to guide you during your journey preparation and on the road: precise and very informative maps at a scale of 1:75,000, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory, LiveUpdate, handlebar bag format, spiral-bound, laminated and tearproof. English translation of the map legend and the user's manual at esterbauer.com/international.

Bikeline Donau-Radweg 1 Teil 1: Von Donaueschingen nach Passau

Deutschsprachiger Führer, der die 600 km von Donaueschingen nach Passau beschreibt. Er enthält 62 präzise Karten und detaillierte Streckenbeschreibungen im Maßstab 1:50.000, zahlreiche Empfehlungen zu den kulturellen und touristischen Attraktionen und ein umfangreiches Verzeichnis der Unterkünfte und Dienstleistungen. Charakteristisch für die bikeline-Radwanderführer ist ihr Querformat in Kombination mit dem patentierten Spiralbindesystem, wetterfest und ideal für die Lenkertasche.

Events

Akkordeonale Festival 2026

The Akkordeonale 2026 – International Accordion Festival will stop in Bad Bellingen on Friday, 1 May 2026, at 7 pm in the Kurhaus. An international ensemble presents a vibrant programme ranging from Brazilian Gaucho music and Balkan jazz to Rembetiko, Italian minimal music and French accordion artistry, complemented by saxophone and cello. Alternating solos and ensemble pieces highlight how music connects cultures. Tickets are available at the Tourist Information Bad Bellingen and online via Re…

"Rhine in Flames" (Rhein in Flammen®)

On five evenings from May to September, fireworks illuminate the towns, castles and banks of the Middle Rhine Valley. Thousands enjoy the spectacle from land or on board festively illuminated ships. The echo of the fireworks reverberates through the valley. Each venue offers a unique experience with its own atmosphere. Bonn: 2nd May // Bingen/Rüdesheim: 4th July // Spay-Koblenz: 8th August // Oberwesel: 12th September // St. Goar: 19th September ©Dominik Ketz/Romantischer Rhein Tourismus GmbH, …

Open Museum Day - Cycle to the Museum

On Sunday, 3 May, it's time once again for ‘Cycle to the Museum – Open Museum Day’. In the districts of Germersheim and Südliche Weinstraße, over 38 cultural sites will be open with free admission – including 26 museums, 3 information centres, adventure trails, churches and the Roman ship. The opening will take place at Tabakweg in Hatzenbühl, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary. There will also be bike museum rallies via app and a competition. Photo: ©Pfalz.Touristik e.V., Dominik Ketz

Cycling Experience Day: WIEDer ins Tal

On Sunday, May 17, 2026, the motto is finally: Car-free through the Wiedtal. From 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., the Wiedtal is open on 48 kilometers from Neuwied-Niederbieber to Seifen in the Westerwald only for cyclists, inline skaters and pedestrians. At numerous places along the route there will be live music, children's entertainment, service stations and much more. Also for the physical well-being is naturally provided. Photo: ©Romantischer Rhein Tourismus GmbH

3-Länder-Stadt Festival

The 3-Länder-Stadt Festival (3LSF) is a very special kind of city festival. Young and old come together to enjoy performances by a wide variety of bands, with free admission. Our club mile ensures direct participation of citizens in the festival and offers a wide variety of food and drinks at reasonable prices. Local heroes such as the Stadtmusik Weil am Rhein and Bonds Big Band perform on the main stage on Rathausplatz alongside international bands. ©Oiver Welti

Jedem sayn Tal

On June 21, the charming Sayntal valley between Selters and Bendorf-Sayn will once again be car-free. The route is accompanied by the Saynbach and leads from Selters in the Westerwald down to Bendorf-Sayn in the Rhine Valley. Starting at 10 a.m., clubs and restaurateurs along the route will be offering delicious food, coffee and cake as well as beverages for a refreshing break. At all stations there will also be a varied program and lots of music. Photo: ©Mahlow Media/Romantischer Rhein Tourism…

Kaiserstuhl Culinary Cycling Tour 2026

The Kaiserstuhl region stands for enjoyment, scenery, and joie de vivre – and that's exactly what we want to bring to life on the 2026 Kaiserstuhl Culinary Cycling Tour. Participants receive a booklet of vouchers and cycle independently along the signposted Kaiserstuhl Cycle Path, visiting each establishment individually, getting to know the people behind the regional offerings, and enjoying high-quality culinary samples in a relaxed atmosphere. ©NGK/S. Schröder-Esch

Cinema Open Air

The Kieswerk Open Air is more than just an open-air cinema. It is complemented by musical performances, an extensive culinary offering and the presentation of art. The location where the Kieswerk Open Air takes place is also special: On the garden grounds between the former mixing plant of the previous gravel pit and the architecturally remarkable 'Landscape Formation One' by star architect Zaha Hadid, impressive films can be enjoyed in an unique atmosphere on mild summer nights. ©Oliver Welti

Wine Path in Flames

Since 2005, the members of the interest group "Weinweg" have been organizing the popular event "Wine Path in Flames," which takes place on the hamlet Weinweg on the Tüllinger Berg. Over four kilometers, amid the vineyards, visitors can enjoy nature, a magnificent view, exquisite local wines and a diverse selection of culinary delights. At dusk, when Swedish torches illuminate the path and a burning fire tower sends sparkling sparks into the evening sky, a bit of magic also comes into play. The …

Services

bett+bike
Germany
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The bett+bike logo by ADFC can be found not only in Germany but in many other countries such as Austria, Belgium or Denmark. On the website certified accommodations are divided in four categories: bett+bike hosts, sports, camping and holiday homes. In addition, the results can be subdivided into regions and cycle routes. For an easier use while cycling, the bett+bike services can also be viewed with an app.

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Bike-friendly accommodation + pubs along the Elberadweg
Germany
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regional

Along the 'Elberadweg' in Germany cycling friendly pubs and accommodations welcome cyclists with the label "radfreundlich" using the requirements issued by the ADFC as a guide.

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