Cycling holidays along the Rhine Cycle Path: Mainz - Cologne
On two wheels from cathedral to cathedral
Hot springs and spas attracted already the ancient Romans to the Rhine. Today vineyards and picturesque towns add to the region‘s charm. The Rhine bike trail from Mainz to Cologne is the most beautiful part of the river.
Admire the 65 kilometres-stretch of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage and experience cultural highlights such as the castle of Eltville, the half-timbered houses in St. Goar or the famous Deutsches Eck in Koblenz. And then look forward to Cologne where you can see the cathedral spires tower over Germany's oldest city. Enjoy its innumerable cultural and historical treasures, world-famous museums and active art scene.
Admire the 65 kilometres-stretch of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage and experience cultural highlights such as the castle of Eltville, the half-timbered houses in St. Goar or the famous Deutsches Eck in Koblenz. And then look forward to Cologne where you can see the cathedral spires tower over Germany's oldest city. Enjoy its innumerable cultural and historical treasures, world-famous museums and active art scene.
Navigation
Duration | 7 days/ 6 nights |
Travel period | 14.04.2024 - 12.10.2024 Anreise: Daily |
Bookable from | 1 person(s) |
Total length of tour | 225 km |
Characteristics of the tour |
Your Contact Persons
Phone +49 (0)351 - 563 48 20
Email: aktiv@augustustours.de
Itinerary
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Day 1: Individual arrival in Mainz
Roman temples, the Gutenberg museum, the Emperors Cathedral, the Electors Castle and Marc Chagall’s "Blue Windows" await you in Mainz. Take your time to explore this interesting city on the Rhine River before starting your bike tour to Cologne.
Overnight stay in Mainz -
Day 2: Mainz – Rüdesheim (approx. 35-49 km)
Welcome to the UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley. The beautiful first stage leads through rolling vineyards and well-known wine villages. The Rhine is flowing quite unhurriedly, forming little islands and broadening its bed up to 800 m width. Until you reach Rüdesheim you may visit the half-timbered town of Eltville and the monastery Eberbach (detour of approx. 14 km), which are both worth seeing.
Overnight stay in Rüdesheim -
Day 3: Rüdesheim – St. Goar (approx. 34 km)
Pompous castles attract on your way. And you definitely should climb up to the famous Loreley Rock. A hiking path leads up to this lovely spot and offers a beautiful sight to the narrowest part in the romantic Rhine Valley.
Overnight stay in St. Goar -
Day 4: St.Goar – Koblenz (approx. 36 km)
Further on in the narrow Rhine Valley, this route firstly leads to Boppart. In this place it is quite turbulent. If you wish you can go to "Vierseenblick" by cable car in densely wooded heights. Or you may visit on your further way to the "Deutsches Eck" in Koblenz the well preserved castled "Marksburg" and "Stolzenfels".
Overnight stay in Koblenz -
Day 5: Koblenz – Bad Godesberg (approx. 61 km)
Cosy health resorts and inviting wine villages vie today for your attention. Thermal baths and beer gardens also want to regale you on your way to Cologne. Or you may have a break from cycling and go to an enjoyable boat trip on the Rhine. Between Koblenz and Bad Godesberg everything is possible!
Overnight stay in Bad Godesberg -
Day 6: Bad Godesberg – Cologne (approx. 43 km)
Bonn will be on your way and invites for an ample visit until the Cologne cathedral comes into field of vision. The today’s stage isn’t that long so you will be quite early in your hotel which is located in the city centre. You will still have enough time to admire the manifold sights of Cologne.
Overnight stay in Cologne -
Day 7: Individual departure
After this eventful bike tour along the Rhine Cycle Route you will now set out on your way home. Of course you can always extend your bicycle tour with extra nights in Mainz, Cologne or Koblenz. We are very pleased to arrange additional accommodation for you!
Services included
- 6 x overnight stay in the booked category with private facilities
- 6 x continental breakfast
- Luggage transfer from accommodation to accommodation (9am - 6 pm, up to 2 pieces of luggage per person, maximum 20 kg each)
- 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 Mainz to Cologne:
- Additional nights in Mainz and Cologne
- Rental bikes or electric bicycles for the duration of the tour (more about our rental bike service)
- Transfer services from Cologne to Mainz
Accommodation categories
Category A: Comfortable middle-class hotels
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
Tips for the journey to Mainz
Arriving by train:
Mainz train station offers important train connections to all of Germany and is therefore easy to reach. From the station you can easily reach your hotel on foot or by public transport.
For current timetable information and prices, please visit www.bahn.de and www.rmv.de.
Arrival by car:
Please note that Mainz is an environmental zone. Please find out before arrival if and under which conditions your vehicle may be imported.
On www.parkopedia.de you will find a good overview of public parking lots and parking garages.
Arriving by train:
Mainz train station offers important train connections to all of Germany and is therefore easy to reach. From the station you can easily reach your hotel on foot or by public transport.
For current timetable information and prices, please visit www.bahn.de and www.rmv.de.
Arrival by car:
Please note that Mainz is an environmental zone. Please find out before arrival if and under which conditions your vehicle may be imported.
On www.parkopedia.de you will find a good overview of public parking lots and parking garages.
- Prices for services includedPrice validity: 14.04.2024 to 03.05.2024incl. luggage transferDblSglPrice validity: 04.05.2024 to 07.06.2024Category A829.00 € per person1,069.00 € per personPrice validity: 08.06.2024 to 05.07.2024Category A869.00 € per person1,109.00 € per personPrice validity: 06.07.2024 to 20.09.2024Category A949.00 € per person1,189.00 € per personPrice validity: 21.09.2024 to 04.10.2024Category A869.00 € per person1,109.00 € per personPrice validity: 05.10.2024 to 12.10.2024Category A829.00 € per person1,069.00 € per personCategory A749.00 € per person989.00 € per person
- Prices for additional nightsCategory ADblSglMainz79.00 €119.00 €Köln79.00 €119.00 €
- Prices for rental bikesPriceUnisex-Tourenrad mit 21-Gang-Freilauf99.00 €
per personUnisex-Tourenrad mit 7-Gang-Rücktritt99.00 €
per personHerren-Tourenrad mit 21-Gang-Freilauf99.00 €
per personHerren-Tourenrad mit 7-Gang-Rücktritt99.00 €
per personUnisex-Elektrorad259.00 €
per person - Prices for transfer servicesPriceKöln - Mainz (bei Mietrad Buchung)
Sammeltransfer, Mittwoch und Samstag 11.00 Uhr, Preis pro Person95.00 €Köln - Mainz (eigenes Rad)
Sammeltransfer, Mittwoch und Samstag 11.00 Uhr, Preis p. P. mit eigenem Rad135.00 €
As always...
5% Early Bird Discount
on all active holidays
until 29/02/2024 (upon the basic package price)