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Germany - Athletic Tour Through Upper Swabia Bike Tour 2020 Individual Self-Guided 8 Days / 7 Nights Germany - Athletic Tour through Upper Swabia Bike Tour 2020 Individual Self-Guided 8 days / 7 nights Upper Swabia with its beautiful landscape is perfectly suited to cycling tours. For those cyclists who are interested in a sporty and challenging tour, they can explore the hilly landscape between the Danube and the Lake, crossing over the Württembergian Allgäu. The contrast between the buzz of Lake Constance with its impressive Alpine panorama and the peaceful landscapes of the Wurzer Ried and Federsee Lake is particularly attractive. OK Cycle & Adventure Tours Inc. - 666 Kirkwood Ave - Suite B102 – Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1Z 5X9 www.okcycletours.com Toll Free 1-888-621-6818 Local 613-702-5350 Itinerary Day to Day Day 1: Individual arrival in Constance Take the opportunity to visit the island of Mainau, wander through Constance’s old town or visit the aquariums in the Sea Life Center and go to the Archaeological Museum. Day 2: Constance - Markdorf - Bad Saulgau 100 km + boat trip The car ferry takes you to the other side of the lake, to Meersburg. First you cycle along the lake bank to Immenstaad, where you turn your back on the lake and head for Markdorf. Along the next stretch, willows and a lot of nature define the look of the Upper Swabian countryside here. Day 3: Bad Saulgau - Ulm 90 - 100 km The basin of Federsee Lake is an ancient cultural region. Archaeologists have made important discoveries on digs here, from the Palaeolithic Age and the pile dwellings from the Bronze Age. Soon after, you reach the Danube. You now have two options: the prettier option involves a 10 km longer cycle via Blaubeuren and the Blautopf, one of the biggest karstic springs in Germany, to Ulm. The slightly shorter stretch takes you along the Danube to Ulm. Day 4: Ulm - Bad Wurzach 85 km Gentle hills, upland moorland and lakes characterise this part of the tour in northern Upper Swabia. On the way you should definitely visit the mighty imperial abbey in Ochsenhausen. Then it's not far to today's destination, Bad Wurzach which features an upland moor, Wurzacher Ried, the largest of its kind that is intact in Central Europe. Day 5: Bad Wurzach - Wangen im Allgäu 65 km Today's section is shorter than the day before, but challenging! You explore the Württemberg Allgäu and cycle via Leutkirch and Isny to Wangen in Allgäu, where you should go on a walk through this beautifully unspoiled old town. Day 6: Wangen im Allgäu – Bregenz 55 km You cycle along the Danube - Lake Constance cycle path today, through the Tettnang hops area, the most southern hops growing area in Germany. Pedaling through orchards, you cycle to Kressbronn, where you find yourself back on Lake Constance. Along the Lake Constance cycle path, you cycle to Bregenz, the capital town of the Vorarlberg region of Austria and famous for its annual festival on the world's largest lake stage. OK Cycle & Adventure Tours Inc. - 666 Kirkwood Ave - Suite B102 – Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1Z 5X9 www.okcycletours.com Toll Free 1-888-621-6818 Local 613-702-5350 Day 7: Bregenz - Constance 70 km Now, you cycle through the nature reserve of the Rhine Delta, where the Alpenrhein flows into Lake Constance. At Altenrhein, you cross the border to Switzerland and follow the cycle path to Arbon, Romanshorn and then back to Constance. The cycle path is almost always right at the side of the lake here. This stretch us flat and easy to cycle, unless in a stronger westerly wind. You will frequently pass places where you can go swimming and refresh yourself in the lovely cool waters of the lake. Day 8: Individual departure or extension of stay After breakfast, you start your individual return journey home or extend your stay. OK Cycle & Adventure Tours Inc. - 666 Kirkwood Ave - Suite B102 – Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1Z 5X9 www.okcycletours.com Toll Free 1-888-621-6818 Local 613-702-5350 Route Technical Characteristics: Tour Profile: Challenging. Sometimes level ground, in the Allgäu region hilly, mostly on paved cycle paths, quiet side streets and some natural paths. Distance: 465 - 475 km Travel Season: Departures daily from April 19 – October 4, 2020 Season A: April 19 – April 24 and October 1 - October 4 Season B: April 25 – May 15 and June 14 – June 26 and September 13 – September 30 Season C: May 16 – May 28 and June 1 – June 5 and June 27 – July 3 and August 23 – September 12 Season D: May 29 – May 31 and June 6 – June 13 and July 4 – August 22 Close out dates: August 2 and August 8, 2020 (Seenachtfest Konstanz) OK Cycle & Adventure Tours Inc. - 666 Kirkwood Ave - Suite B102 – Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1Z 5X9 www.okcycletours.com Toll Free 1-888-621-6818 Local 613-702-5350 Price per Person: Double Occupancy Season A with breakfast € 529.00 Double Occupancy Season B with breakfast € 629.00 Double Occupancy Season C with breakfast € 679.00 Double Occupancy Season D with breakfast € 699.00 Single Room Surcharge € 199.00 Bike Rental Hybrid (27 speed) € 79.00 Bike Rental Mountain € 99.00 E-Bike € 195.00 Extra Nights Constance Double Occupancy (B&B) € 65.00 Extra Nights Constance Single Occupancy (B&B) € 95.00 Extra Nights Bad Saulgau / Ulm / Bad Wurzach Double Occupancy (B&B) € 55.00 Extra Nights Bad Saulgau / Ulm / Bad Wurzach Single Occupancy (B&B) € 85.00 Extra Nights Wangen Double Occupancy (B&B) € 59.00 Extra Nights Wangen Single Occupancy (B&B) € 89.00 Extra Nights Bregenz Double Occupancy (B&B) € 75.00 Extra Nights Bregenz Single Occupancy (B&B) € 109.00 Included: 7 overnight stays with breakfast in the local 3* level Luggage transport from hotel to hotel, no limit on the number of pieces, maximum 20 kg per piece Ferry ride Constance - Meersburg including bike Cycle route description with maps (1x per room) 7 day service hotline Not Included: City or visitors taxes, if payable. OK Cycle & Adventure Tours Inc. - 666 Kirkwood Ave - Suite B102 – Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1Z 5X9 www.okcycletours.com Toll Free 1-888-621-6818 Local 613-702-5350 Bikes Unisex Bike 8 speed hub gear with back pedal braking function for 27 speed derailleur with rim brake Unisex bicycle with a step through frame For those over 1.75 meters tall, men’s bicycles also available Fitted with the most puncture proof tires on the market “Schwalbe Marathon Plus” Pannier with handlebar bag, speedometer, lock, pump, extra inner tire tube and puncture repair kit included Men’s Bike 8 speed hub gear with back pedal braking function for 27 speed derailleur with rim brake Unisex bicycle with a step through frame For those over 1.75 meters tall, men’s bicycles also available Fitted with the most puncture proof tires on the market “Schwalbe Marathon Plus” Pannier with handlebar bag, speedometer, lock, pump, extra inner tire tube and puncture repair kit included E- Bike For those who would like help form a motor at times along the trip we recommend our “Flyer” E-Bikes from the Swiss company Biketec. These bicycles have received very positive reviews from our customers over the past few years. The step through frame and upright seating position combine to ensure that riding these bikes is very enjoyable. The Marathon Plus tires made by Schwalbe ensure a safe ride even during downhill trips or at high speeds. Assisting people in realizing their touring dreams worldwide is our passion. www.okcycletours.com THIS IS A PARTNER TOUR FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT OK Cycle & Adventure Tours Inc. 666 Kirkwood Ave - Suite B102 – Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1Z 5X9 Toll Free 1-888-621-6818 Local 613-702-5350 TICO Ontario Registration No: 50022848 .
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