Itinerary: Cycling tour from Dessau to Bad Schandau (or return)

Day 2: Dessau - Wittenberg (approx. 37 km)

The first leg of the journey will take you through the beautiful meadows of the Elbe and past the world-famous Woerlitzer Park and Gardens. The 100-hectare large park offers numerous attractions including islands, canals, temples and statues. Today you will be staying in Wittenberg, a town which became famous through Martin Luther.

Day 3: Wittenberg - Torgau (approx. 72 km)

You journey continues to Torgau, a Renaissance town featuring Schloss Hartenfels and the palatial church which is known as the first Protestant church of Germany and which was dedicated by Martin Luther.
*** If this leg is too long for you, we can split it into two legs. Please ask for your individual itinerary.***

Day 4: Torgau - Strehla/Riesa (approx. 40/48 km)

Today you will be cycling through the town of Belgern, the only town in Saxony which owns a Roland statue. Next stop will be Riesa, the city of sports. The town is also famous for its pasta production. In the transparent noodle centre you can gain an insight into the modern food production at the second biggest German pasta manufacturer.
On the way you will be enjoying the enchanting rural atmosphere of the Elbe town of Strehla.

Day 5: Strehla/Riesa - Meissen (approx. 36/28 km)

Today’s tour will take you along the picturesque wine villages located along the Elbe river, especially Diesbar-Seußlitz. From far away you can already see the landmark of the city of Meissen: the impressive castle hill with the cathedral and the Albrechtsburg castle. A visit to the world-famous Meissen porcelain factory is also a must. In the evening you should enjoy a good wine as you are in the heart of one of the smallest yet most distinguished winegrowing regions of Germany.

Day 6: Meißen - Dresden (approx. 30 km)

Next you will be cycling to the city known as the Florence of the Elbe, Dresden, which is beautifully located along the Elbe valley. Whether the famous Zwinger, the Semper Opera or the Court Church – a tour of the former royal residence by bicycle will take you past many sites.

Day 7: Dresden - Bad Schandau (approx. 45 km)

With renewed vigour you will start the last leg of your journey. The first highlight of the day will be a stroll through the gardens of Pillnitz Palace, the former summer residence of the royal Wettin family of Saxony. The park with its numerous trees, some of which are more than 200 years old, is regarded as a significant collection of rare and precious plants. From here the journey takes you along the Elbe past the Koenigstein fortress to Bad Schandau in the heart of Saxon Switzerland.

Day 8: Departure from Bad Schandau

You can of course always extend your trip with extra nights in Dresden or other towns. We will be pleased to arrange additional accommodation for you.