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  • Der Blick auf die Prager Altstadt

    Der Blick auf die Prager Altstadt

  • Zusammenfluss von Moldau und Elbe bei Melnik

    Zusammenfluss von Moldau und Elbe bei Melnik

  • Am Elberadweg in Tschechien

    Am Elberadweg in Tschechien

  • Radfahrer am Elberadweg in der Sächsischen Schweiz

    Radfahrer am Elberadweg in der Sächsischen Schweiz

  • Radfahrer auf dem Elberadweg in Dresden © Robert Michalk Photography

    Radfahrer auf dem Elberadweg in Dresden © Robert Michalk Photography

  • Elbschloesser am Elberadweg

    Elbschloesser am Elberadweg

  • Radpause am Elberadweg in Dresden © Robert Michalk Photography

    Radpause am Elberadweg in Dresden © Robert Michalk Photography

  • Karte zur Radreise am Elberadweg von Prag nach Dresden

    Karte zur Radreise am Elberadweg von Prag nach Dresden

Elbe Cycle Path from Prague (CZ) to Dresden

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'.

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Duration
8 days/ 7 nights
Travel period
01.04.2024 - 31.10.2024
Anreise: Daily
Bookable from
1 person(s)
Total length of tour
215 km
Characteristics of the tour
Level of difficulty: easy – averagePlace-to-place tourAugustusTours Original Tour (organized by AugustusTours)Top-Tour (popular tour)
© Robert Michalk Photography © Robert Michalk Photography
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Itinerary

  • 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


    Bookable ExperiencePACKAGE:
    Make it better!
    Upgrade overnight stay in Prague city centre (2 nights)
  • 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. 55 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. 45 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. 21/44 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 or Pirna
  • Day 7: Bad Schandau/Pirna – Dresden (approx. 45/22 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


    Bookable ExperiencePACKAGE:
    Make it better!
    Upgrade overnight stay in Dresden with 4-star standard (1 overnight stay)
  • 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.

Experience PACKAGES: Put the crown on your holiday!

  • Upgrade overnight stay in Prague city centre (2 nights)

    Make it better!

    With this upgrade, you will spend the night right in the centre of the Golden City of Prague.

    Price: 70 € p.p. in a double room,
    110 € p.p. in a single room

  • Upgrade overnight stay in Dresden with 4-star standard (1 overnight stay)

    Make it better!

    With this upgrade, you will spend the night in Dresden in a hotel of 4-star standard.

    Price: 15 € p.p. in a double room,
    30 € p.p. in a single room

Services

Services included

  • 7 x overnight stay in mid-range hotels and pensions with private facilities
  • 7 x continental breakfast
  • Luggage transfer from accommodation to accommodation (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 Prague to Dresden:

Accommodation categories

Well-maintained hotels, pensions and guesthouses predominantly with 3-star standard

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 cycle trip is not recommendable for travellers with mobility impairments.

Arrival & Departure

How to get to the tour

Information/tips on how to get to Prague:

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.

Prices

  • Prices for services included
    incl. luggage transfer
    Dbl
    Sgl
    Price validity: 01.04.2024 to 05.05.2024
    719.00 € per person
    959.00 € per person
    Price validity: 06.05.2024 to 07.09.2024
    755.00 € per person
    995.00 € per person
    Price validity: 08.09.2024 to 31.10.2024
    719.00 € per person
    959.00 € per person
  • Prices for additional nights
    Dbl
    Sgl
    Prag
    65.00 €
    105.00 €
    Melník
    67.00 €
    93.00 €
    Leitmeritz
    67.00 €
    93.00 €
    Decin
    67.00 €
    93.00 €
    Bad Schandau / Pirna
    85.00 €
    115.00 €
    Dresden
    75.00 €
    110.00 €
  • Prices for rental bikes
     
    Price
    Unisex-Tourenrad mit 21-Gang-Freilauf
    15.00 €
    per person and day
    Unisex-Tourenrad mit 7-Gang-Rücktritt
    15.00 €
    per person and day
    Herren-Tourenrad mit 21-Gang-Freilauf
    15.00 €
    per person and day
    Herren-Tourenrad mit 7-Gang-Rücktritt
    15.00 €
    per person and day
    Unisex-Elektrorad mit 7-Gang-Rücktritt
    30.00 €
    per person and day
    Tachometer (nach freier Verfügbarkeit)
    0.00 €
    per person
  • Prices for transfer services
     
    Price
    Dresden - Prag
    Sammeltransfer, Freitag 14 Uhr, pro eigenes Rad + 25 €, Preis pro Person
    80.00 €
    Dresden - Prag
    Buspreis, bis 7 Personen, pro eigenes Rad + 25 €
    280.00 €
  • Experience packages
     
    Price
    FlexPLUS
    39.00 € (DZ), 39.00 € (EZ)
    per person
    Upgrade Übernachtung im Prag-Zentrum (2 Übernachtungen)
    70.00 € (DZ), 110.00 € (EZ)
    per person
    Upgrade 4-Sternebereich in Dresden (1 Übernachtung)
    15.00 € (DZ), 30.00 € (EZ)
    per person

As always...

5% Early Bird Discount
on all active holidays

until 29/02/2024 (upon the basic package price)