Berlin to Copenhagen

This tour is NOT possible in the reverse direction, nor can it be altered. Extra nights can only be added before the tour in Berlin/Oranienburg or after the tour in Copenhagen.

Day 1: Arrival in Oranienburg/Berlin-Spandau
Day 2: Oranienburg/Berlin - Spandau and surroundings - Zehdenich/Fürstenberg and surroundings, 22 to 47 mi. (36 to 75 km)
Day 3: Zehdenick/Fürstenberg and surroundings - Neustrelitz and surroundings, 28 to 49 mi. (45 to 79 km)
Day 4: Neustrelitz and surroundings - Waren/Müritz, 40 mi. (65 km)
Day 5: Waren/Müritz - Güstrow and surroundings, 43 mi (69 km)
Day 6: Güstrow and surroundings - Rostock, 34 mi. (54 km) 
Day 7: Rostock - Nykøbing/Falster, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 8: Nykøbing/Falster - Stege, 47 mi. (75 km)  
Day 9: Stege - Rødvig/Køge, 34 mi. (55 km) to Fakse Ladeplads; 47 mi. (75 km) to Rødvig; 66 mi. (107 km) to Køge
Day 10: Rødvig/Køge - Copenhagen, 25 mi. (41 km) from Køge / 47 mi. (75 km) from Rødvig
Day 11: Departure after breakfast. 

*All distances are approximate.

Day 1: Arrival in Oranienburg/Berlin-Spandau
Arrival in Oranienburg, located just north of Berlin and easily accessible by train (S-Bahn) from the city center. Note: the official start of the tour is in Oranienburg, not Berlin. Your bicycles will be waiting for you at the first hotel along with your route maps and travel materials.

Sample Hotel: Stadthotel Oranienburg

Day 2: Oranienburg/Berlin - Spandau and surroundings - Zehdenich/Fürstenberg and surroundings, 22 to 47 mi.(36 to 75 km)
Your German cycling adventure begins along the Oder-Havel Canal toward Liebenwalde, home to a small museum in a former prison. Continue along the scenic Havel River to Zehdenick, where you can visit the Mildenberg Brickworks Park and discover the fascinating industrial history of what was once Europe’s largest brickmaking area.

Sample Hotel: Resort Kormoran

Day 3: Zehdenick/Fürstenberg and surroundings - Neustrelitz and surroundings, 28 to 49 mi. (45 to 79 km)
Cycle through tranquil lake landscapes as you enter the Mecklenburg Lake District, beginning with the “Great Stechlin,” made famous by author Theodor Fontane. Pass by many small and large lakes before reaching Neustrelitz, the former royal seat of the Grand Duchy of Strelitz. The star-shaped market square and castle gardens reflect its regal heritage.

Sample Hotel: Hotel Schlossgarten

Day 4: Neustrelitz and surroundings - Waren/Müritz, 40 miles (65 km)
Today’s route passes through Müritz National Park, Germany’s largest land-based national park, a haven for diverse flora and fauna. Stop at the Heinrich Schliemann Museum in Ankershagen, dedicated to the archaeologist who discovered ancient Troy. Continue to the spa town of Waren, beautifully situated on the shores of Lake Müritz.

Sample Hotel: Am Yachthafen

Day 5: Waren/Müritz - Güstrow and surroundings, 43 miles (69 km)
Leave behind the lively harbor of Waren and continue through the forests and clear lakes of the Nossentiner Heide Nature Reserve. Your destination is Güstrow, known as the “Barlach Town.” Be sure to explore the old town, the Renaissance Güstrow Palace, and the workshop of artist Ernst Barlach.

Sample Hotel: GGB Gutshotel Groß Breesen 

Day 6: Güstrow and surroundings - Rostock, 34 mi. (54 km) 
Follow the scenic Bützow–Güstrow Canal on your way to the Baltic port city of Rostock. You can shorten today’s ride by taking the train from Güstrow (optional, at your own expense). Enjoy a relaxing evening in Rostock’s historic center.

Sample Hotel: Intercity Hotel Rostock 

Day 7: Rostock - Nykøbing/Falster, 25 miles (40 km)
Cycle about 7.5 mi. (12 km) to Rostock’s ferry terminal and board the ferry to Gedser, Denmark (included). The crossing takes approximately two hours. On the Danish side, you’ll ride through peaceful woods and along dikes bordering Falster’s most scenic beaches.

Sample Hotel: Hotel Liselund

Day 8: Nykøbing/Falster - Stege, 47 mi. (75 km)  
Pedal along the coast to the charming trading town of Stubbekøbing. Take the local ferry (not included) to Bogø and continue to the island of Møn. Alternatively, cycle via Vordingborg and Kalvehave to reach Møn by bridge. End the day in Stege, a small town filled with history and seaside charm.

Sample Hotel: Hotel Praestekilde

Day 9: Stege - Rødvig/Køge, 34 mi. (55 km) to Fakse Ladeplads; 47 mi. (75 km) to Rødvig; 66 mi. (107 km) to Køge
Cross the bridge from Møn to Zealand and continue through a peaceful countryside dotted with manors and farmsteads. Choose your preferred distance today: stop in Fakse Ladeplads, continue to the coastal town of Rødvig with its famous white cliffs, or ride all the way to Køge. Trains are available from both Rødvig and Fakse Ladeplads (own arrangement).

Sample Hotel: Comwell Köge Strand

Day 10: Rødvig/Køge - Copenhagen, 25 mi. (41 km) from Køge / 47 mi. (75 km) from Rødvig
Ride along sandy beaches and coastal trails. Stop at the church of Højerup for a spectacular view of the chalk cliffs known as Stevns Klint—a UNESCO World Heritage site that tells the story of the meteorite impact that ended the age of the dinosaurs. In Køge, visit the local history museum before completing your journey in Copenhagen. Celebrate the end of your adventure with an evening in Tivoli Gardens.

Sample Hotel: First Hotel Twentyseven

Day 11: Departure from Copenhagen 
Departure after breakfast.

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Hotels:

You will be accommodated in very good 2-star to 3-star hotels.

A sample hotel list can be found in the day to day itinerary keeping in mind hotels are based on availability.

Bicycles

Touring Bike (Standard Bike)

Brand: Kettler or Kalkhoff

8-speed freewheel bikes with hub derailleur gears, 28 inches (men & women) in various frame sizes.

Equipped with

• Sprung front pork
• Suspension seat post
• Gel saddle
• Hub dynamo
• Kickflix system on the handlebars

E-Bike (Electric Bike)

Brand: Kettler or Kalkhoff

28-inch women's bike (not suitable for children under the age of 15)
OR
7 or 8-speed hub gear with freewheel coaster (depending on availability)

Equipped with:

• Hydraulic brakeemsen
• Parking light automatic
• Suspension seat post
• Battery 500 - 620 Wh, 36 V
• 13.4 - 17 Ah (up to 80 km range)
• Kickflix system on the handlebars

Offers assistance up to 25 km/h (license-free)
Note: The permissible total weight for the electric bike is 130 kg. The minimum size is 150 cm.