Germany – Berlin to Copenhagen Bike Tour 2020 Individual Self-Guided 11 days / 10 nights
Come along on this classic bicycle tour from the 'Metropolitan Spree City' to the 'Little Mermaid'. Enjoy the gorgeous Lake District, take a ferry from Rostock to the white cliffs of Møn Island, and cycle along the coast to Downtown Copenhagen.
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Itinerary Day to Day
Day 1: Arrival in Oranienburg Travelers are responsible for their own transportation to Oranienburg. Take the S-Bahn (commuter train) from downtown Berlin. Spend the night in Oranienburg.
Day 2: Oranienburg – Zehdenick/Fürstenberg 35 - 75 km Today you will cycle along the Oder-Havel-Canal to Liebenwalde. Continue along the Havel to Zehdenick. Overnight in Zehdenick/Fürstenberg or nearby.
Day 3: Zehdenick/Fürstenberg – Neustrelitz 45 - 78 km Along the way, you will come across the legendary Lake Stechlin, which has been immortalized through literature by T. Fontane. Overnight in Neustrelitz.
Day 4: Neustrelitz – Waren 65 km A highlight of this tour is the Müritz National Park. Along the way lies the small village of Ankershagen, where Schliemann, who discovered Troy, grew up. Overnight stay in Waren or nearby.
Day 5: Waren – Krakow region Güstrow 45 - 69 km In the national park of Nossentiner Heide you will cycle through the vast wooded area to Krakow. Güstrow, known for the late artist, Barlach, isn't far away. Your time is well spent by doing a sightseeing tour through the old town as well as by visiting E. Barlach-atelier. Overnight stay in Krakow region or Guestrow.
Day 6: Krakow /Güstrow – Rostock 54 - 78 km On the way to Rostock you will cycle along the Buetzow-Guestrow-Canal. Tour can be shorten from Güstrow up to Rostock by train at your own. Overnight stay in Rostock.
Day 7: Rostock – Nykøbing/Falster 40 km In the morning you will cycle to the ferry harbor in order to board your ferry to Gedser. After approximately 2 hours you will arrive in Denmark enjoying dikes and forests along your way to Falster's beautiful beach. Overnight stay in Nykøbing.
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Day 8: Nykøbing/Falster – Island of Møn 75 km You will cycle along the coast to the old merchant city of Stubbekøbing. It is worth taking a stroll through town before taking the ferry to the island of Bogø where the ferry will make a quick stop. Continue on the ferry to the island of Møn. Overnight stay in Stege.
Day 9: Island of Møn – Køge 50 - 69 km (when taking the rain from Fakse or Rødvig/ if not, absolute cycle distance would be 107 km) At first you will cross the bridge from Møn to Zealand. Continue north through the coastal landscape, where cottages and manor houses are to be seen in the surrounding countryside. The distance to Fakse is approximately 52 km away; to the cliffs of Rødvig you will ride about 68 km. Travelers are responsible for their own transportation by train to Køge. Overnight stay in Køge.
Day 10: Køge – Copenhagen 43 - 55 km Today's leg of the tour leads you along the beaches. You may like to visit the Museum for Modern Art in Ishøj. Copenhagen is enchanting. A visit to the Tivoli Gardens is a must and a stroll around the old harbor is a great way to crown your day. Overnight stay in Copenhagen.
Day 11: Departure from Copenhagen Depart after breakfast. Travelers are responsible for their homeward transportation.
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: Rated moderate – advanced. There are one or two stages which are a bit more challenging because of their length and hilly parts.
Distance: 418 - 640 km
Travel Season: Departures Mondays from May 25 - August 24, 2020 Close out dates: Hanse Sail in Rostock August 6 - 9, 2020 This trip is also available in the opposite direction. Please ask us for more details.
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 € 1259.00 Single Occupancy € 1569.00 Seasonal Supplement from June 15 to August 17 € 100.00 Bike Rental (with pannier) € 110.00 E-Bike Rental (with pannier) € 280.00
Accommodations:
Rooms with shower/WC or bath/WC
Included:
Accommodations for 10 nights including breakfast Ferry from Rostock to Gedser Admission to museum Müritzeum in Waren Luggage transfer service between the hotels On-site tour presentation 7 day service hotline 1x Tour information packet per booked room, incl. maps and route descriptions GPS Track on request
Not Included: Train from Fakse / Rødvig to Køge, approx.: €15 Ferry from Stubbekøbing - Bogø, per person: €12 Visitor’s tax (appx. 1-5 € per person/night, payment directly at the hotel) Entry fees to sights
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
Hybrid Bike
On our tours we have a large selection of men's and women's 7- speed bicycles with back-pedal breaks with hub gears and 26" or 28" wheels. We also have a selection of various size 24-speed freewheel men's and unisex bicycles with derailleur gears and 28" wheels. They are top-quality brand bicycles by Kettler and Kalkoff. Please let us know your preferences at time of booking. We will do all that we can to ensure you have the best for your needs. Our accessories package includes a bicycle pannier bag with a 10l capacity, repair kit, lock, key, and air pump.
E-Bike
Motor-assisted electric bicycles are available for rent on our tours. Brands: Kettler-Obra and Kalkhoff, 28" wheels, frame- sizes of 45 & 49 cm / 18 & 19", freewheel 8-speed hub gears, hydraulic brakes, automatic light, Panasonic battery (260Wh, 26V/10Ah) which lasts for up to 80 km / 50 mi, and seats with springs.
Our accessories package includes a bicycle pannier bag with a 10l capacity, repair kit, lock, key, and air pump.
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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