From the "Golden City" to the picturesque Florence on the Elbe
This bicycle tour from Prague to Dresden connects two significant cultural and historical cities. Capture the flair of the golden city Prague before you set out on your way through the rural landscapes of the Czech Republic to Germany.
Over the last few years, the Czech side of the Elbe Cycle Path has continuously been extended and developed. Therefore, you will cycle mostly on the paved cycle path, rarely using country roads with light or moderate traffic. Look forward to the pretty Elbe-towns such as Mělník or Litoměřice before you reach the bizarre and rocky landscape of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains and, finally, Dresden - the 'Florence of the Elbe'.
Day 1: Individual arrival in Prague or transfer service from Dresden to Prague
Prague can easily be reached by airplane or train. If you wish to travel by car, we recommend to drive to Dresden and to use our convenient transfer service from Dresden to Prague (destrict Holesovice, near to the cycling route). For the duration of the tour you can leave your car in the car park next to our partner hotel.
Overnight stay in Prague
Day 2: Individual Sightseeing in Prague
Situated on both sides of the river Vltava, the ‘Golden city’ has plenty to offer. Visit the Old Town Square and watch the Astronomical Clock. Walk over the famous Charles Bridge with its sixteen arches to the Hradčany. You can easily explore the historic centre by foot and the friendly atmosphere in the shops, cafes and wine bars make Prague a delightful place to visit.
Overnight stay in Prague
Day 3: Prague – Melnik (approx. 58 km)
Today you will start your bicycle tour from Prague to Dresden. After breakfast, you will leave the Czech capital and cycle along the Vltava River to the centre of the bohemian wine growing area Melnik. The castle in Melnik is the perfect place to watch the confluence of the two rivers Vltava (Moldau) and Elbe (CZ: Labe).
Overnight stay in Melnik
Day 4: Melnik – Litomerice and surrounding area (approx. 48 km)
From now on the Elbe will guide you all the way to Dresden. Todays bicycle tour will take you via Roudnice to the former fortified town of Terezín. From here it is only a few kilometres to Litoměřice with its famous chalice house. End the day with a stroll through the charming old town with its Gothic, Baroque and Renaissance style buildings.
Overnight stay in Litomerice and surrounding area
Day 5: Litomerice and surrounding area – Decin (approx. 50 km)
During today’s cycle tour, you will ride through Ústí nad Labem, past the ruin of castle Střekov and continue along the Elbe to Děčín. In Děčín we recommend that you visit the baroque castle on top of a rocky hill offering wonderful river views and where Frédéric Chopin went to search for inspiration.
Overnight stay in Decin
Day 6: Decin – Bad Schandau/Pirna (approx. 21/45 km)
Leaving Děčín, you will be cycling on the left bank of the river and soon reach Germany. Now the bizarre rock formations of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains rise to the left and right of the Elbe River. Enjoy the fairy-tale like landscape while riding on your bike.
Overnight stay in Bad Schandau OT Krippen or Pirna
Day 7: Bad Schandau/Pirna – Dresden (approx. 47/22 km)
The last leg of your cycling holidays on the Elbe Cycle Path first takes you past the Königstein fortress and the Bastei viewing rock. Take your time to enjoy the impressions of the picturesque Elbe valley before you continue your journey. Shortly before reaching Dresden visit the famous Pillnitz Palace & Park and walk through the tranquil gardens. From here it is only a short distance along the cycle path until you finally reach Dresden. The historic town centre is perfect for a relaxed evening walk and for having a pleasant farewell dinner in one of the many local restaurants.
Overnight stay in Dresden
Day 8: Individual departure from Dresden or transfer service to Prague
After a delicious breakfast and with lots of wonderful memories of your cycling trip along the Elbe River, you will start your journey back home. Feel free to ask us for spending some additional nights in Dresden or other towns along the Elbe Cycle Path. We will be delighted to arrange the accommodations for you. If you have to get back to Prague, we can offer you our convenient transfer service.
FlexPLUS: rebook or cancel up to 28 days before arrival without giving reasons (more about our FlexPLUS)
Travel documents
Less paper, more savings! This tour, you can do without printed travel documents – you will receive all information digitally (PDF route booklet and GPS data). As a thank you, we offer you a discount of 20 € per room. Simple, practical and consciously sustainable! Please select this option when booking.
Accommodation categories
Well-maintained hotels, pensions and guesthouses predominantly with 3-star standard
Further information
Local taxes such as visitor's tax or city tax, parking, pets, lunch packages and ferries are not included in the tour price unless otherwise stated and must be paid locally.
Arrival by train:
Prague is easy to reach by train from all major cities in Germany.
From Prague's main railway station you can then take public transport to your hotel.
Current timetable information and prices can be found at www.bahn.de or at www.dpp.cz.
Arrival by car and parking facilities:
If you are travelling to your cycling tour by car, we recommend that you arrive in Dresden and park your car at our partner hotel instead of driving directly to Prague. From Dresden we offer a transfer service that will take you directly to Prague. So you can start your cycling tour from Prague to Dresden in peace and quiet.
Depending on the hotel, there are direct parking facilities or often nearby.
Please understand that there are only limited parking facilities at the hotel, especially in the city centres.
Ask directly at your starting hotel whether they offer parking facilities. At www.parkopedia.de you will find a good overview of other parking possibilities and we will be happy to inform you individually.
Level of difficulty: easy – average
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