Cycling Thread. The best cycling tourism inspirations

Cycling in Europe does not have to mean steep climbs, long daily distances or weeks of preparation. Many of the continent's best cycle routes follow rivers, former railway lines and quiet valleys, offering flat terrain, good surfaces and plenty of places to stop along the way. They are ideal for a first cycling holiday, but also for anyone who simply prefers relaxed touring with...

Cycling through Germany, it's easy to appreciate the comfort and quality of the country's cycle routes. For years, the Elbe Cycle Route (Elberadweg) topped the ranking of Germany's most popular cycling routes, according to surveys by the German National Cyclists' Association (ADFC). Although it briefly lost first place to the Weser Route, the Elbe has recently reclaimed the top ...

Radwege entlang von Flüssen bieten einen außergewöhnlichen Komfort – etwas, das sowohl Einsteiger als auch erfahrene Radreisende zu schätzen wissen, wie wir auf unseren Touren immer wieder festgestellt haben. Diese Strecken verlaufen meist flach oder folgen sanft dem Gefälle des Flusses – ideal also für entspannte, gemütliche Fahrten. Oft führen sie abseits stark befahrener Stra...

Cycling routes along rivers are usually comfortable and easy to follow, which makes them suitable for both beginners and experienced cyclists. They are often flat, and some sections gently descend with the course of the river, allowing for relaxed, steady riding. Many routes also stay away from busy roads and run close to the water, through green and quiet landscapes. Benches, p...

Fietsroutes langs rivieren bieden uitzonderlijk comfort, iets wat zowel beginnende als ervaren fietsers weten te waarderen – iets wat wij keer op keer tijdens onze tochten hebben ervaren. Deze paden zijn vaak vlak en volgen soms met een lichte afdaling de stroom van de rivier, wat ze ideaal maakt voor ontspannen, rustige ritten. Ze vermijden doorgaans drukke wegen, waardoor je i...