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//Hohen-Neuendorf and surroundings
Day 2: Oranienburg/Berlin - Spandau and surroundings - Zehdenick/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/Hohen-Neuendorf and surroundings
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 - Zehdenick/Fürstenberg and surroundings, 22 to 47 mi.(36 to 75 km)
Your German cycling adventure begins in Oranienburg as you follow the Havel waterway to Zehdenick. At Mildenberg Museum Park, you can experience the industrial history of what was once Europe's largest brickworks 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 to Rostock from various stations (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:

Accommodation includes middle-class hotels and guesthouses rated 2 or 3 stars, as well as comfortable and first-class hotels rated 3 or 4 stars, or equivalent.

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

Bicycles

Touring Bike

Standard Touring Bike (Men's & Unisex)

Lehmkuhl or Velo de Ville (or similar)

• 7- or 8-speed hub gears with coaster brake (28-inch wheels)
• 7-speed (basic) or 24-speed freewheel bikes with hub or derailleur gears (28-in wheels)
• Suspension (sprung) front fork
• Suspension seatpost
• Gel saddle
• Hub dynamo lighting
• Klickfix handlebar mounting system

Electric Bike

Electric-assist Bike

Lehmkuhl or Velo de Ville (or similar)

• 28-inch women’s frame (not suitable for children under 15 years))
• 7- or 8-speed hub gears with freewheel or coaster brake (subject to availability)
• Hydraulic brakes
• Automatic parking lights
• Suspension seatpost
• Battery: 500-620 Wh, 36 Vm 13.4-17 Ah (up to approx. 80 km range)
• Klickfix handlebar mounting system
• Motor assistance up to 25km/h (no driver’s license required)
• Battery conveniently recharged with included charger

Note: The maximum permissible weight for the e-bikes is 130 kg. The minimum height requirement is 150 cm.

Accessories

Standard Touring Bike

• 1 waterproof pannier (approx. 12 L)
• 1 handlebar bag
• 1 Speedometer
• 1 puncture repair kit (2 inner tubes - 1x e-bike, 1x touring bike, cable ties, multi-tool, bone wrench, tire levers, ring/open-end wrench)
• 1 air pump
• 1 bicycle lock

Electric Bike

• 2 waterproof panniers (approx. 12 l)
• 1 handlebar bag
• 1 Speedometer
• 1 puncture repair kit (2 inner tubes - 1x e-bike, 1x touring bike, cable ties, multi-tool, bone wrench, tire levers, ring/open-end wrench)
• 1 air pump
• 1 bicycle lock
• Battery
• User manual
• charger

Children & Family Options (available on request)

• 3- or 5-speed children’s bikes (20–26 inch)
• FollowMe tandems, trailers, and child seats

Notes:

• The bikes will have flat pedals. If you want to bring your own pedals, please bring your own shoes and also the necessary equipment to change the pedals.
• Helmets are not available to be rented. We strongly recommend bringing your own for safety and hygiene reasons.