Heidelberg to the Nibelungen
Germany Bike Tours
Bike Heidelberg and many old German towns and villages
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- Length7 days
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Overview
The town of Heidelberg is the starting point of this tour. Located on the Neckar River, Heidelberg is well-known for its University, which was the leading one of its kind in 19th-century Germany and is also the oldest in the country (having been founded in 1386)! You follow the Bergstraße and the famous Pfälzer Weinstraße on well-developed cycle paths and quiet country roads.
Highlights
- 16th-17th century Schloß
- Scenic path, the Philosophenweg
- Old bridge gate
- Ladenburg, the oldest German village on the right side of the Rhine
- Oden Forest
- Bergstraße
- Royal Hall of the Karolinger
- Worms
- Wachten Castle
- Quaint center of Neustadt
- Speyer
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Heidelberg
Day 2: Heidelberg - Benshein/Zwingenberg, 28 to 31 mi. (45 to 50 km)
Day 3: Zwingenberg/Bensheim - Worms,19 to 22 mi. (30 to 35 km)
Day 4: Worms - Deidesheim, 25 to 37 mi. (40 to 60 km)
Day 5: Deidesheim - Speyer, 19 to 31 mi. (30 to 50 km)
Day 6: Speyer - Heidelberg, 19 mi. (30 km)
Day 7: DepartureAll distances are approximate. Due to circumstances beyond control, weather conditions, or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during your holiday.
Day 1: Arrival in Heidelberg
Individual arrival in Heidelberg. Visit the castle and the historic student prison or University library with the precious Manesse handwriting. In the evening, we recommend a stroll through the "Untere Straße," where there are numerous bars.Day 2: Heidelberg - Bensheim/Zwingenberg, 28 to 31 mi. (45t o 50 km)
Today, you'll begin the bike tour riding along the Neckar River to Ladenberg, the oldest German village on the right side of the Rhine. In the open-air museum, you can adore the ruins of the Roman Lopodunum. Then, you'll follow the "Bergstraße" at the foot of the Oden forest to the former hunting region of the Nibelungen. Afterward, you'll ride past quaint villages and castles of the Karolinger nobility and reach the village center of Heppenheim that is surrounded by picturesque half-timbered houses. Passing Bensheim, you'll next enter into Zwingenberg, a 700-year-old town, and your overnight stop.Day 3: Bensheim/Zwingenberg - Worms, 19 to 22 mi. (30 to 35 km)
Today's first highlights include the Gate of the Karolinger and the Royal Hall in Lorsch. UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) has placed the pre-Romantic building on the list of world heritages. At Worms, you'll cross the Rhine. Here, you can marvel at the emperor's Catherdral and the historic churches.Day 4: Worms - Deidesheim, 25 to 37 mi. (40 to 60 km)
Leaving the Luther Cathedral in the Nibelungen city of Worms, you'll come to a famous wine road. The mild climate makes it possible to plant grapes as well as exotic fruits like citrons and figs. The stay for this evening will be in Deidsheim or Neustadt.Day 5: Deidesheim - Speyer, 19 to 31 mi. (30 to 50 km)
Along "Weinstraße," you will travel to Wachenheim, where you can take a side-trip on foot to Wachtenburg. Afterward, the wine region Deidesheim awaits you, with a lot of framework and homeliness. Stroll through the old town of Neustadt or be spoiled by the famous cuisine of the "Pfälzer" folks. Next, you'll cycle through the forests along the well-signposted bike path from Neustadt to Speyer. Speyer's landmark is the emperor's cathedral dating back to the year 1030, which is also a UNESCO world heritage site. Don't miss a visit to the Pfalz Museum.Day 6: Speyer - Heidelberg, 19 mi. (30 km)
Today, you'll follow the bike path of the "Kurpfalz" route via Schwetzingen, which is famous for its asparagus fields and its beautiful castle gardens. Today you'll end back in Heidelberg, leaving you plenty of time to explore what you may have missed at the beginning of the tour!Day 7: Departure from Heidelberg
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Hotels & Bikes
Category A: Comfortable middle class 3 and 4-star hotels
Category B: Quality inns and 3-star hotelsBicycles
Touring bike
Unisex frames suitable for ladies or men
- Upright but relaxed riding position
- 24-speed (freewheel) touring bike
- Aluminum frame
- Upright handlebar
- Comfortable saddle (different brands, partly gel saddles)
- Shimano gear change
- Flat pedal
- Mechanical or hydraulic brakes (depends on the bike)
- Rear rack
- Mudguard
- 28-inch wheels
Ebike
Unisex frames
- Upright handlebar
- 7-speed (stepless NuVinci-gear shift)
- Centrally located Bosch motor (400 Wh, engine torque 50 Nm)
- Bosch battery Power Pack, 36 V (reach approx. 80-100 km in Eco modus and on flat terrain, only in Turbo modus approx. 45 – 50 km)
- Comfortable saddle (different brands, partly gel saddles)
- Flat pedals
- Mechanical or hydraulic brakes (depends on the bike)
- Rear rack
- Mudguard
- 28-inch wheels
Accessories
- Odometer
- 1 waterproof Ortlieb pannier
- 1 handlebar bag (per room)
- Klick fix on all bikes
- Repair kit
- Lock for 2 bikes together (normal bikes)
- Lock directly on all E-bikes
Please note:
*Helmets are not included. You will need to bring your own.
*It is not possible to use one’s own pedals. The inch system of the American pedals does not match our metric system. The screw thread on the bike becomes damaged during modification, and road safety no longer exists. It is therefore forbidden to make modifications on one’s own. This will result in damage costs amounting to approx. €25,- per pedal, which, in the case of unauthorized modifications, must be invoiced.Inclusions
What’s Included
- Hotel accommodations for 6 nights
- Breakfasts buffet
- Luggage transfer
- 21/24-speed hybrid bicycle with saddlebag (per bike) and handlebar bag (per room)
- Tour information packet
- Route descriptions & maps
- Entrance to castle Heidelberg & cableway ticket
- GPS data on request
- Service hotline
- Bicycle protection
What’s Not Included
- Lunches and dinners
- Possible visitor’s tax (payable on-site)
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates
This tour is currently unavailable.
Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Pricing
2023
Category A
Twin/double $ 1409 £ 727 $ 1,246 € 833 kr 127704 ₪ 3432 ¥ 139919 Mex$ 15486 NZ$ 1533 NOK 9998 zł 3684 S$ 1233 kr 9914 $ 905 Single $ 1933 £ 998 $ 1,710 € 1143 kr 175229 ₪ 4710 ¥ 191989 Mex$ 21249 NZ$ 2104 NOK 13719 zł 5055 S$ 1691 kr 13604 $ 1,242 Season supplement (May 1 to May 25) $ 404 £ 209 $ 358 € 239 kr 36640 ₪ 985 ¥ 40145 Mex$ 4443 NZ$ 440 NOK 2869 zł 1057 S$ 354 kr 2845 $ 260 Season supplement (May 26 to May 27) $ 472 £ 244 $ 417 € 279 kr 42772 ₪ 1150 ¥ 46863 Mex$ 5187 NZ$ 513 NOK 3349 zł 1234 S$ 413 kr 3321 $ 303 Season supplement (June 28 to September 30) $ 489 £ 252 $ 432 € 289 kr 44306 ₪ 1191 ¥ 48543 Mex$ 5373 NZ$ 532 NOK 3469 zł 1278 S$ 428 kr 3440 $ 314 Category B
Twin/double $ 1206 £ 622 $ 1,067 € 713 kr 109307 ₪ 2938 ¥ 119762 Mex$ 13255 NZ$ 1312 NOK 8558 zł 3154 S$ 1055 kr 8486 $ 774 Single $ 1663 £ 858 $ 1,471 € 983 kr 150700 ₪ 4050 ¥ 165114 Mex$ 18275 NZ$ 1809 NOK 11799 zł 4348 S$ 1455 kr 11700 $ 1,068 Season supplement (May 1 to May 25) $ 337 £ 174 $ 298 € 199 kr 30508 ₪ 820 ¥ 33426 Mex$ 3700 NZ$ 366 NOK 2389 zł 880 S$ 294 kr 2369 $ 216 Season supplement (May 26 to May 27) $ 404 £ 209 $ 358 € 239 kr 36640 ₪ 985 ¥ 40145 Mex$ 4443 NZ$ 440 NOK 2869 zł 1057 S$ 354 kr 2845 $ 260 Season supplement (May 28 to September 30) $ 421 £ 217 $ 373 € 249 kr 38173 ₪ 1026 ¥ 41824 Mex$ 4629 NZ$ 458 NOK 2989 zł 1101 S$ 368 kr 2964 $ 270 Extra Options
Electric bike $ 203 £ 105 $ 180 € 120 kr 18397 ₪ 494 ¥ 20156 Mex$ 2231 NZ$ 221 NOK 1440 zł 531 S$ 178 kr 1428 $ 130 Navigation package $ 51 £ 26 $ 45 € 30 kr 4599 ₪ 124 ¥ 5039 Mex$ 558 NZ$ 55 NOK 360 zł 133 S$ 44 kr 357 $ 33 Extra nights
Per person per night Cat. A Cat. B Double/twin
$ 154 £ 79 $ 136 € 91 kr 13951 ₪ 375 ¥ 15285 Mex$ 1692 NZ$ 167 NOK 1092 zł 402 S$ 135 kr 1083 $ 99
$ 123 £ 64 $ 109 € 73 kr 11191 ₪ 301 ¥ 12262 Mex$ 1357 NZ$ 134 NOK 876 zł 323 S$ 108 kr 869 $ 79
Single room
$ 235 £ 121 $ 208 € 139 kr 21310 ₪ 573 ¥ 23348 Mex$ 2584 NZ$ 256 NOK 1668 zł 615 S$ 206 kr 1654 $ 151
$ 184 £ 95 $ 163 € 109 kr 16710 ₪ 449 ¥ 18309 Mex$ 2026 NZ$ 201 NOK 1308 zł 482 S$ 161 kr 1297 $ 118
Triple and quad rooms available. Ask us for pricing.
Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy–Moderate
This tour is classified as an easy to moderate self-guided hotel tour with daily distances ranging from 19 to 37 miles. Routes make use of good, hard asphalt roads (bike paths/side streets) and forest roads. The terrain is almost entirely flat with a possible sloping hill or two.
Airport Info
Fly into Frankfurt International Airport (FRA).
Local Travel
Take a train from Frankfurt Airport to Heidelberg. This will take approximately 1-1½ hrs depending on connections.
Climate
Heidelberg (Baden-Württemberg) in Germany is characterized by a pleasant climate - ideal for cycling! Spring is cool with temperatures warming up to the mid to high-’20s in June, July, and August. Rainfall can be expected throughout the season. It is recommended to check local weather conditions prior to departure. Please take a look at the estimated rainfall and monthly temperatures for Heidelberg below.
Recommended
Extra nights in Heidelberg before/after the tour.
Important to know
Komoot Navigation
Komoot is the perfect supplement to the travel documents of your bicycle tour. Whether on a mobile phone, tablet, or computer, this app will greatly improve your self-guided tour. The precast route always runs on the main cycle track, if your hotel should be in the neighboring place or a little bit apart, this is stated then either on the hotel list or in the travel documents as a supplement.
Luggage
Luggage transportation is available between 9 am and 5h30 pm daily. There is no limit to the number of luggage pieces.
Travel Documents
It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with the country or countries you plan to visit. This includes and is not limited to passport validity, visa requirements and acquisition, blank passport pages required for your destination (s), etc.
US citizens: A good website to research the requirements of the Schengen Agreement and entry into other countries is travel.state.gov.
Non-EU and EU residents: Please research the requirements of your country of residence for international travel and your destination country or countries.
*Important note: Please check on the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) status as once implemented, this will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.Extra Stay
Extra nights in Heidelberg available. Please see priccing.
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Velotours.
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