Ride through German countryside from Magdeburg to Hamburg
From countryside to city, the Magdeburg to Hamburg Cycling Tour offers the perfect combination of nature, history, and culture. It’s the perfect way to explore Saxony, from the picturesque countryside to the bustling cities.
From Magdeburg you'll begin your journey north, stopping in charming small towns along the Elbe Cycle Path like 1000-year-old Tangermünde and Wittenberge. After a long day of riding, you'll rest your head in the unique round villages that dot the riverside. After passing the old skipper's town of Lauenburg, you finally reach the vibrant waterfront city of Hamburg, where you can toast your journey and soak up the atmosphere of the city. Enjoy the beauty of the small towns along the Elbe River during this 355km biking adventure!
Highlights of the Magdeburg to Hamburg Cycling Tour
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Magdeburg to Hamburg Cycling Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Magdeburg
The lovely town of Magdeburg has a number of notable sights to explore, including the oldest Gothic cathedral in Germany and an impressive monastery. Get a good rest tonight!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Magdeburg
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Magdeburg to Tangermünde
The first leg of your journey takes you to the engineering marvel of the Waterway Junction, a 'bridge' that boats can sail on. You then reach the Jerichow Monastery and continue to the Tangermünde, a 1000-year-old town full of ornate architecture to admire.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Meissen
Distance: 80km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Tangermünde to Havelburg
Continuing along the peaceful Elbe River you ride today to Havelburg, a small round village built in the Wendland style. Enjoy the quaint half-timber houses and the Romanesque cathedral.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Havelburg
Distance: 50km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Havelburg to Wittenberge
On today's ride, you can take a break in the small town of Ruehstaedt where you can see colonies of migrating storks. Enjoy a peaceful night in the riverside town of Wittenberge.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Wittenberge
Distance: 38km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Wittenberge to Hitzacker
Most of the ride today takes you through pristine countryside and idyllic small villages along the river. Tonight you stay in the colourful town of Hitzacker, which has a pretty waterfront where you can stretch your legs.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Hitzacker
Distance: 78km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Hitzacker to Lauenburg
Passing the wide floodplains you'll soon reach Lauenburg, a classic skipper's town with beautifully-restored half-timber buildings from the 16th and 17th centuries.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Lauenburg
Distance: 55km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Lauenburg to Hamburg
The final section of your ride passes through small villages and approaches the busy port city of Hamburg. Don't miss the chance to enjoy a boat cruise to admire the many canals and bridges that adorn this scenic city.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Hamburg
Distance: 55km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 Departure from Hamburg
With 355kkm under your belt, your biking holiday comes to an end. Feel free to add extra nights in Hamburg to keep exploring.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only.
2025 Departures
The departures are availableThursday, Friday and Sunday, from April to October.
- Single room: from $1,225 USD*
- Sharing a double room: from $950 USD*
*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip and all the prices are per person. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates.
Book NowAccommodation on the Magdeburg to Hamburg Cycling Tour
This tour is based in hotels. Hotels on this trip are 3 and 4-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. If you are a solo traveller or you prefer a single room, the required supplements are included in the listed prices.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Hotel in Magdeburg
Magdeburg is a charming town with a historic cathedral and monastery, perched right on the river.
Hotel in Tangermünde
With more than 1000 years of history, Tangermünde is home to the imposing red-bricked walls of Elbe Gate, St. Stephen's Church, and the impressive Town Hall.
Hotel in Havelberg
Havelberg is a traditional round village or “Wendland,” with quaint streets and a lovely Romanesque church.
Hotel in Wittenberge
This peaceful riverside town of Wittenberge has a gorgeous old castle to visit and lots of lovely architecture.
Hotel in Hitzacker
Take time to explore the cobblestoned squares and colourful old-fashioned half-timber houses of Hitzacker.
Hotel in Lauenburg
The old shipping town of Lauenburg boasts beautifully-preserved half-timber houses from the 16th and 17th centuries.
Hotel in Hamburg
There's no shortage of attractions in Hamburg, with historic buildings, modern shopping districts, and boat tours of this port city available.
What’s Included in the Magdeburg to Hamburg Cycling Tour?
Meals
7 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour can be added as a supplement. Tour participants can also extend their stay at any of the overnight locations along the tour route.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for your luggage from hotel to hotel is included throughout the tour. Airport transfers are not included.
Also Included
- 1 package with maps and information per room (in English)
- Service hotline during the walking tour
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Flights
- Guide services
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Visas is required
- Entrance fees to attractions
- Airport transfers
Optional Extras
- Bike and biking equipment rental:
- Touring bike
- E-Bike
- Speedometer
- Additional nights before, during, or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Transfer service for participants, their luggage, and their bicycles back to the starting point of the tour
Frequently Asked Questions about Magdeburg to Hamburg Cycling Tour
AugustusTours is an established tour operator in Dresden which is well known for its customized tours for both groups and individual travellers. As an experienced incoming operator, we do not only organize city and cultural tours to the capital of Saxony and the picturesque surroundings including the enchanting vineyards of the Elbe valley. Besides classical city tour programmes, we also offer trips to the sights of the region.
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