Itinerary

• Day 1: Individual arrival at Dresden
  You arrive in the "Florence of the Elbe", Dresden, which is beautifully located in the Elbe valley. Whether the famous Zwinger, the Semper Opera or the Court Church – a tour of the former royal residence will take you past the most important sites. Tip: We recommend an extra night in Dresden for a day trip to the Saxon Switzerland. You will get back by local train to Dresden (approx. 45 km)
  Overnight stay in Dresden
• Day 2: Dresden – Meissen (approx. 30 km)
  Today you will see the vineyards around Radebeul. 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.
  Overnight stay in Meissen
• Day 3: Meissen – Riesa (cat. A)/ Strehla (cat. B) (approx. 28 km/36 km)
  Today’s tour will take you along the picturesque wine villages located along the Elbe river, especially Diesbar-Seußlitz. Destination today 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.
  Overnight stay in Riesa (category A) or Strehla (category B)
• Day 4: Riesa (cat. A)/ Strehla (cat. B) – Torgau (approx. 48 km/40 km)
  On the way you will be enjoying the enchanting rural atmosphere of the Elbe town of Strehla. 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.
  Overnight stay in Torgau
• Day 5: Torgau – Lutherstadt Wittenberg (approx. 68 km)
  First you will have a ride passing through the floodplains of the river Elbe until Pretzsch. Today you will be staying in Wittenberg, a town which became famous through Martin Luther. As the historic, spiritual and cultural centre of Europe, Wittenberg was influenced by such important historical figures as Martin Luther, Philipp Melanchthon, Lucas Cranach the Elder and Lucas Cranach the Younger. In 1996 the Luther memorials were placed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
  Overnight stay in Lutherstadt Wittenberg
  
  Bookable ExperiencePACKAGE:
  Make it cosier!
  Split the tour with an overnight stay in Pretzsch
• Day 6: Lutherstadt Wittenberg – Dessau (approx. 37 km)
  This leg will take you through the beautiful meadows of the Elbe and past the world-famous Wörlitzer Park and Gardens. The 100-hectare large park offers numerous attractions including islands, canals, temples and statues. With Dessau you will enter a town which played an important role for a new architecture style including a whole life philosophy occurred in the 1920s, the so called "Bauhaus".
  Overnight stay in Dessau
• Day 7: Dessau – Magdeburg (approx. 78 - 88 km)
  Between Barby and Magdeburg you will cycle across another biosphere reserve along the river Elbe giving home to lots of vulnerable species of birds. Magdeburg offers lots of rambling parkways where you can relax. Experience also the famous Cathedral and the Monastery.
  Overnight stay in Magdeburg
  
  Bookable ExperiencePACKAGE:
  Make it cosier!
  Split the tour with an overnight stay in Barby
• Day 8: Individual departure from Magdeburg or transfer service to Dresden
  We hope that you have had an eventful and unforgettable bike tour from Dresden to Magdeburg and wish you a pleasant way home. You can of course always extend your journey with extra nights in Magdeburg, Dresden or other overnight locations along the cycle route. We will be pleased to arrange additional accommodation for you. In case you have to get back to Dresden, we can offer you our convenient transfer service.