Our most popular cycling tours

The classics among our cycling holidays – tried, trusted and booked again and again

Some cycling holidays sell themselves. Not because of a clever headline, but because thousands of guests have come back from them and told their friends: just do it. Our bestseller cycling holidays are exactly that – tours that have earned their status over years of happy returns.

What makes a tour a bestseller at Germany's largest cycling holiday operator? Well-signed routes with minimal traffic. Hotels that know what cyclists need: a secure place for the bike, an early breakfast, a good dinner. And landscapes that reveal themselves best from the saddle. All hotels are booked with breakfast included, luggage is transferred from hotel to hotel, and route documents are sent in advance.

Whether you're heading out on your first cycling holiday or looking to tick off a classic you've somehow never ridden – our bestsellers are the right place to start.

Stone statue at Loreley viewpoint overlooking the Rhine River winding through green hills. Cruise ships sail on the river below under blue sky. — Cycle tour through the Middle Rhine Valley

Two cyclists on red bikes overlooking Moselle River with terraced vineyards and a village with church tower under clear blue sky. — The Moselle Cycle Tour

Old harbor of Enkhuizen with sailboats and historic Dutch buildings with orange roofs under blue sky. Willow tree visible on the left. — Cycling and Boating on the IJsselmeer

Two cyclists riding across an old stone bridge over a calm river with water lilies, surrounded by lush green trees under a blue sky. — Cycle ride along the Altmühl

Poreč harbor with colorful historic buildings along the waterfront, boats moored in clear turquoise water under a blue sky. — Cycling tour along the Adriatic coast to Istria

Two cyclists sitting on a wooden pier at Lake Constance with bicycles behind them. Blue helmet in foreground, calm lake and sunny sky visible. — Lake Constance cycle tour with a trip to the Rhine Falls

White church with tall spire on rocky outcrop above turquoise river, surrounded by alpine village, forests, and dramatic mountain peaks. — Cycling trip to Graubünden

Traditional half-timbered houses along a canal in Petite France, Strasbourg, with colorful flowers in the foreground and blue sky with clouds. — Cycling tour in Alsace

Row of blue gondolas moored at wooden poles in Venice with San Giorgio Maggiore church across the lagoon under a dramatic sunset sky. — Cycle tour from Bolzano to Venice

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Our bestsellers in Italy

Our bestsellers in Croatia

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Our bestsellers in the Netherlands and Belgium

What makes a bestseller

A bestseller isn’t created by marketing – it’s created by repetition. Tours that are fully booked year after year because guests recommend them to others. Hotels that know what cycle tourists need: a secure place to store their bikes, an early breakfast, a good dinner. Cycle routes that are well signposted and have little motor traffic. And landscapes that are best experienced from the saddle.

That is the unspoken promise of quality behind each of our best-selling cycle tours: this route hasn’t just been put together – it’s been tried and tested. By our tour planners and by thousands of guests, over many years. When you book a best-selling cycle tour, you’re not buying a pig in a poke – you’re buying a trip with a proven track record of enthusiasm.

Two cyclists sit on a wooden bench beside a red e-bike, overlooking a village and green valley near Istein with mountains in the distance. — Istein

Bestsellers in Germany – from the coast to the Alps

Germany boasts some of Europe’s most beautiful cycle routes – and our guests have clear favourites. The Baltic Sea Coast Cycle Route from Lübeck to Stralsund takes you past Hanseatic towns and sandy beaches over the course of eight days. The Moselle Cycle Tour from Trier to Koblenz, covering 40 kilometres a day on predominantly flat terrain, is ideal for beginners and leisure cyclists.

In the south, the Lake Constance cycle tour is a real highlight, featuring a trip to the Rhine Falls with boat trips included and stages taking you through three countries. And for those wishing to discover Bavaria, the cycle tour along the Bavarian Danube offers eight days travelling through the Danube Gorge, Weltenburg Abbey and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Regensburg.

Pompejanum villa on hillside with green vineyards in Aschaffenburg. Tall cypress tree and Main River visible under blue sky with white clouds. — Pompejanum in Aschaffenburg

A bestseller in Europe – from the Alps to the Adriatic

Europe’s most popular cycling destinations are often found where rivers, lakes and cultural cities come together. The cycle tour from Bolzano to Venice takes you from the South Tyrolean wine country, past Verona’s amphitheatre, to the lagoon city – eight days, 55 kilometres a day. The cycle tour along the Danube from Passau to Vienna follows the river through the Wachau region to imperial Vienna.

For those who prefer to head further west: the Loire Valley castles cycle tour takes you through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Loire Valley, taking in Chambord, Amboise and Chenonceau. And on the water: a combined cycle and boat trip in Croatia takes you from Kvarner Bay to the Adriatic islands of Krk, Rab and Cres – with a hire bike included.

Two cyclists in yellow and orange jerseys riding on a gravel path lined with red poppies and purple wildflowers in Andalusia. — Andalusia

First cycling holiday? Bestsellers are the ideal starting point

If you've never been on an organised cycling holiday before, you'll probably be wondering: how hard is it? How good are the routes? What happens if something goes wrong? On a bestseller cycling holiday, those questions are easier to answer than usual. The routes are well known and well signposted. The hotels have years of experience with cycling guests. And if anything comes up along the way, our emergency hotline is available seven days a week.

Bestseller cycling holidays aren't the easiest tours – they're the most reliable. That's exactly what makes them the ideal starting point. After your first bestseller, you'll know not just whether cycling holidays are right for you – but which region you'd like to discover next.

White Mühlenbake lighthouse on rocky shore in Swinemünde at sunset. Golden waves wash over rocks as people gather near the tower. — Lighthouse Mühlenbake in Świnoujście

Frequently asked questions about our most popular cycling tours

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Bicycle with red panniers standing on sandy beach in Heringsdorf. Wooden pier extends into calm Baltic Sea under blue sky.

Are there any bestseller cycling holidays for all levels of difficulty?

Yes. Our bestsellers range from relaxed tours with stage lengths of 1–2 and flat terrain – such as the Moselle Cycle Tour or the Lake Constance Cycle Tour – to more challenging routes with stage lengths of 4–5, such as the cycle tour from Bolzano to Venice. The information on stage length and topography provided for each tour will help you make the right choice.

How far in advance should I book a bestseller cycling holidays?

As our best-selling cycling tours are in particularly high demand, we recommend booking well in advance – ideally three to six months before your desired travel dates. Popular dates sell out quickly, particularly during the peak season from May to September. Last-minute bookings are possible, but places are not always available for all preferred dates.

What’s included in a bestseller cycling holidays?

All our Bestseller cycling holidays include bed and breakfast and daily luggage transfer from hotel to hotel. In addition, you’ll receive detailed route descriptions and maps, as well as access to our emergency helpline, which is available seven days a week throughout your trip. On many tours, additional highlights such as boat trips, guided city tours or admission fees are already included in the tour price – the exact inclusions are listed on the relevant tour page.

Can I book a bestselling cycling tour even if I’m travelling alone?

Yes. Our cycling tours are designed as independent trips – you cycle on your own, at your own pace, without a fixed group. This makes them ideal for solo travellers who want to explore independently. The only difference compared to booking for two is that a single room supplement is charged for single rooms.

Are any of the best-selling cycling tours also available as bike & boat options?

Yes. Some of our most popular routes are also available as a bike & boat combination – including the Danube from Passau to Vienna and Kvarner Bay in Croatia. On these tours, you stay overnight on board, the ship takes care of your luggage, and the cycling stages take you from one jetty to the next. An overview of all bike and boat tours can be found on the dedicated page of the same name.