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Radelpause an den Elbwiesen in den Dresden © Robert Michalk Photography
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Karte zur Radreise am Elberadweg von Dresden nach Lutherstadt Wittenberg © AugustusTours
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Radfahrer an den Dresdner Elbschlössern © AugustusTours
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Dresden Altstadt Panorama © Maximilian Semsch/Elberadweg
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Am Elberadweg in der Sächsischen Schweiz © Felix Meyer, Elberadweg
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Radfahrer am Schloss Hartenfels in Torgau © DZT Christof Herdt
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Wittenberg Schlosskirche © DZT Christof Herdt
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Marktplatz in Wittenberg © AugustusTours
TOUR OF THE YEAR: Cycle tour from Dresden to Wittenberg
From the Florence on the Elbe to the city of Martin Luther
The Elbe, Germany's second largest river, flows through beautiful countryside. Its characteristic features include impressive terrace vineyards in the region around Meissen and tranquil riverbank meadows further north. There are plenty of charming historical monuments to discover along this part of the Elbe River Cycle Path.
Please note: This cycle tour can also be booked in the opposite direction. Click here for the cycle tour along the Elbe Cycle Path from Lutherstadt Wittenberg to Dresden.
Duration | 7 days/ 6 nights |
Travel period | 01.04.2025 - 31.10.2025 Anreise: Daily 01.04.2025 - 31.10.2025 Anreise: Daily |
Bookable from | 1 person(s) |
Total length of tour | 220 km |
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Phone +49 (0)351 - 563 48 20
Email: aktiv@augustustours.de
Itinerary
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Day 1: Individual arrival in Dresden
You arrive in the ‘Florence of the Elbe’ which is beautifully situated along the Elbe valley. Use the rest of the day for a walk along the river or through the Baroque town centre to be enchanted by the city’s historical flair.
Overnight stay in Dresden -
Day 2: Stay in Dresden or day trip to Bad Schandau (approx. 45 km)
Today you have the opportunity to explore the city of Dresden. Alternatively, we recommend you take the train to Bad Schandau in the morning. Then cycle past the most famous sights of Saxon Switzerland, such as the Bastei rock in Rathen or the Königstein fortress. You will soon reach Pillnitz with its famous castle. Passing the three Elbe castles, you reach baroque Dresden.
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Day 3: Dresden – Meissen (approx. 30 km)
On the first stage of the tour along the Elbe River Cycle Path you will pass the town Radebeul which is famous for its vineyards. Continuing your journey you will soon 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 a must. In the evening enjoy a glass of local wine because you are in the heart of one of the smallest yet most distinguished wine growing regions of Germany.
Overnight stay in Meissen
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Day 4: Meissen – Riesa (cat. A)/ Strehla (cat. B) (approx. 28 km/36 km)
Today’s cycle tour will take you along picturesque wine villages to Riesa, the city of sports. The town is also famous for its pasta production. In the transparent noodle centre you can gain insight into the modern food production of the second largest pasta manufacturer in Germany.
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Day 5: Riesa (cat. A)/ Strehla (cat. B) – Torgau (approx. 48 km/40 km)
Continuing the tour along the Elbe River Cycle Path you will soon reach Strehla where you will be enjoying the enchanting rural atmosphere of the Elbe town. Today’s destination is Torgau, a Renaissance town featuring Schloss Hartenfels and the Palace Church known as the first German Protestant church.
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Day 6: Torgau – Lutherstadt Wittenberg (approx. 68 km)
After leaving Torgau you will cycle through the Elbe’s floodplains and reach Wittenberg, the starting point of Martin Luther’s Reformation process 500 years ago. Take a walk through the historic centre and visit the various memorial sights dedicated to Martin Luther and Philip Melanchthon, which were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1996.
Overnight stay in Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Bookable ExperiencePACKAGE:
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Day 7: Individual departure from Lutherstadt Wittenberg or transfer service to Dresden
After a memorable cycle tour from Dresden to Wittenberg, you will start your journey back home. You are welcome to prolong your journey with some additional nights, e.g. in Dresden or other towns along the route. We will gladly arrange the accommodations for you. In case you have to get back to Dresden, we can offer you our convenient transfer service.
Experience PACKAGES: Put the crown on your holiday!
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Split the tour with an overnight stay in Pretzsch
Make it cosier!
The tour from Torgau to Lutherstadt Wittenberg can be divided by an overnight stay in Pretzsch (approx. 33 km/approx. 35 km, including luggage transport).
Price: from 95 € p.p. in a double room,
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Kayak tour on the Elbe
Make it more active!
Paddle a kayak on the Elbe between Meissen and the wine village of Diesbar-Seusslitz and enjoy the view of Albrechtsburg Castle and the vineyards.
After being provided with the equipment and a thorough briefing, you will paddle towards your destination for approx. 1.5 hours. Once you arrive in Diesbar, your boat hire company will hand over your bikes. Now you can either get back to Meissen with the hire company or individually by bus and spend an extra night in Meissen. Or you can cycle straight on to Riesa/Strehla. (Tip: This option is only suitable for cycle tours downstream. For tours upstream, we recommend the extra night in Meissen).
bookable from 2 persons
Services:
- 1x kayak tour Meissen - Diesbar (approx. 1.5 h)
- 1x bike transport to Diesbar
- optional: 1x overnight stay in Meissen
Price kayak tour: 45 € p.p.
Price kayak tour incl. overnight stay in Meissen: from 99 € p.p. in a double room
Photo © aktiv tours meissen
Services included
- 6 x overnight stay in the booked category with private facilities
- 6 x continental breakfast
- TOUR OF THE YEAR 2025 bonus: 1 dinner for free
- 1 x ticket for train trip to Bad Schandau incl. bicycle transport
- Luggage transfer from accommodation to accommodation (9am-5pm, up to 2 pieces of luggage per person, maximum 20 kg each)
- GPS data on request
- 1 package with maps and information material per room (in English language)
- Telephone-service-hotline during your cycling holidays
Additional services
Please feel free to add the following value-added services to the basic travel package of the tour from Dresden to Lutherstadt Wittenberg:
- Additional nights at every overnight location according to the tour description
- Rental bikes or electric bicycles for the duration of the tour (more about our rental bike service)
- Transfer services from Wittenberg to Dresden (more about our transfer services)
- FlexPLUS: rebook or cancel up to 28 days before arrival without giving reasons (more about our FlexPLUS)
Accommodation categories
Category B: 3-star hotels and guesthouses/pensions, usually close to the cycle path
Further information
Please note that in some cities accommodation taxes, visitor's taxes, etc. apply. Unless otherwise stated, these are not included in the tour price and must be paid locally.
This tour is not recommendable for travellers with mobility impairments.
Arrival & Departure
How to get to the tour
Arrival by train:
Dresden is easily accessible by train from all major cities in Germany.
From Dresden's main train station or Neustadt train station, you then have the option of using public transportation to get to your hotel.
Current timetable information and price information can be found at www.bahn.de or at www.dvb.de.
Arrival by car and parking facilities:
Dresden is connected to the main supra-regional traffic network via three freeways. Depending on the hotel, there are direct parking facilities or often nearby. Please understand that there are limited parking facilities at the hotel, especially in the city centers.
Check directly with your starting hotel to see if they offer parking. At www.parkopedia.de you will find a good overview of other parking options and we will be happy to inform you individually.
- Prices for services includedPrice validity: 01.04.2025 to 11.05.2025incl. luggage transferDblSglCategory A649.00 € per person899.00 € per personPrice validity: 12.05.2025 to 13.09.2025Category B599.00 € per person799.00 € per personCategory A685.00 € per person935.00 € per personPrice validity: 14.09.2025 to 31.10.2025Category B629.00 € per person829.00 € per personCategory A649.00 € per person899.00 € per personCategory B599.00 € per person799.00 € per person
- Prices for additional nightsCategory ADblSglDresden80.00 €117.00 €Meissen72.00 €100.00 €Riesa72.00 €100.00 €Torgau72.00 €100.00 €Category BLutherstadt Wittenberg72.00 €100.00 €Dresden66.00 €89.00 €Meissen62.00 €82.00 €Strehla62.00 €82.00 €Torgau62.00 €82.00 €Lutherstadt Wittenberg62.00 €82.00 €
- Prices for rental bikesPricetouring bike unisex with 21 gears free wheel
Bike rental from day of arrival to last cycling day (min. height 155 cm, other on request)15.00 €
per person and dayTouring bicycle unisex with 7 gears back pedal
Bike rental from day of arrival to last cycling day (min. height 155 cm, other on request)15.00 €
per person and dayTouring bike men with 21 gears free wheel
Bike rental from day of arrival to last cycling day (min. height 170 cm)15.00 €
per person and dayTouring bike men with 7 gears back pedal
Bike rental from day of arrival to last cycling day (min. height 170 cm)15.00 €
per person and dayE-Bike unisex with 7 gears back pedal
Bike rental from day of arrival to last cycling day (min. height 155 cm, other on request)30.00 €
per person and daySpeedometer
free of charge, according to free0.00 €
per person - Prices for transfer servicesPriceLutherstadt Wittenberg - Dresden
Shared transfer, every Wednesday 10:00 a.m. + 25 € per own bike, price per person95.00 €Lutherstadt Wittenberg - Dresden
Bus transfer, flat-rate price for 1-2 persons, more on request, + 25 € per own bike190.00 € - Experience packages & additional servicesPriceFlexPLUS
up to 28 days before arrival, you can rebook or cancel free of charge one time39.00 € (DZ), 39.00 € (EZ)
per personAdditional night Pretzsch with luggage transfer95.00 € (DZ), 126.00 € (EZ)
per personKayak tour on the Elbe
bookable from 2 persons45.00 € (DZ), 45.00 € (EZ)
per personKayak tour on the Elbe incl. overnight stay in Meissen (cat. A)
bookable from 2 persons109.00 € (DZ), 149.00 € (EZ)
per personKayak tour on the Elbe incl. overnight stay in Meissen (cat. B)
bookable from 2 persons99.00 € (DZ), 125.00 € (EZ)
per person

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