Cycle the Oder-Neisse across eastern Germany
Germany's Oder-Neisse Cycle Route winds its way along the rivers that run between Germany and Poland, surrounded by forests, pastures and farmland. The Cycling Frankfurt an der Oder to Usedom Island Tour is a self-guided journey through this idyllic countryside, stopping in quaint small towns along the way to the Baltic Sea in the north.
Cycle across a stunning stretch of Germany, discovering towns and villages each with their own unique energy along the way. Enjoy rustic villages, romantic harbours, and of course the popular sandy beaches of Usedom Island, your final destination. Escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life on this unique long-distance cycling tour!
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Cycling Frankfurt an der Oder to Usedom Island Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Frankfurt an der Oder
Welcome to Frankfurt an der Oder, a small, but old university town on the border with Poland with a number of notable sights, from Gothic architecture to the impressive university itself. Check in to your hotel and go over the information and maps so you'll be ready to start biking tomorrow.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Frankfurt an der Oder
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Frankfurt an der Oder to Groß Neuendorf/Altewin
Your cycling begins today through the Oderbruch marshes and along beautiful tree-lined avenues. Admire the view from the top of the dykes on the way to Groß Neuendorf or Altewin, two small rural villages with quiet countryside charm.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Groß Neuendorf/Altewin
Distance: 58km - 65km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Groß Neuendorf/Altewin to Schwedt/Oder
The Lower Oder Valley National Park is the only national park in Germany dedicated to riverside meadows, and you’ll be enjoying the vast grassy, flower-dotted fields today.
On the way to Schwedt/Oder, be sure to take a break at the 12th-century ruins of Stolper Grützpott.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Schwedt/Oder
Distance: Approx. 65km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Schwedt/Oder to Löcknitz
Continuing through the Lower Oder Valley, it's a pleasant ride through the meadows on the way to Löcknitz. Overnight in this small town and head out to see its historic castle.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Löcknitz
Distance: 80km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Löcknitz to Ueckermünde
Today you pedal through the vast moorlands, past the Uecker River and the Stettiner Haff lagoon. Finally, you reach Ueckermünde, a picturesque harbour town where you can walk along the waterfront and enjoy many restaurants.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Ueckermünde
Distance: 58km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Ueckermünde to Usedom Island
Wake up early to catch the ferry heading over to the sunny island of Usedom. You'll have the day to ride around this beautiful place, with white sandy beaches, a pretty seaside town to explore, and wonderful spas.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Usedom Island
Distance: Approx. 28 km + ferry + 35 –50 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Exploring Usedom Island
You've got a full day today to make the most of the sights at the Island of Usedom. You could get a cute beach hut and soak up the sun, bike along the promenade, visit a local museum, and watch the sunset over the Ahlbeck Pier. Whatever you do, enjoy your time here.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Usedom Island
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 Departure from Usedom Island
Your riding tour comes to an end today, and we can arrange a transfer service for you back to Frankfurt an der Oder if required. If you would like to extend your stay on Usedom Island, we would be glad to help you arrange accommodation for additional nights.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only.
2024 Departures
The departures are every Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, from April 27th to September 26th.
- Single room: from $1,425 USD*
- Sharing a double room: from $1,075 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 Biking Frankfurt an der Oder to Usedom Island Tour
This tour is based in hotels. The hotels on this trip are 3-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 prefer a single room, the required supplement is included in the listed price. Solo travellers will be required to pay a supplement.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Hotel in Frankfurt an der Oder
A university town on the border with Poland, Frankfurt an der Oder has a colourful town centre and noteworthy museums.
Hotel in Groß Neuendorf/Altewin
You can either stay tonight in Groß Neuendorf or ride a bit further to Altewin. Both are small rural villages with quiet countryside charm.
Hotel in Schwedt/Oder
This pretty riverside town has a quiet charm and some notable historic sites to visit.
Hotel in Löcknitz
This small town has an interesting castle and a pleasant little lake where you can relax and unwind.
Hotel in Ueckermünde
The colourful harbour port of Ueckermünde boasts a pretty waterfront and marina as well as a quaint town centre.
Hotel in Usedom Island
You'll stay in either Ückeritz or Zempin, both of which are popular resorts on Usedom Island.
What’s Included in the Cycling Frankfurt an der Oder to Usedom Island 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. The ferry crossing from Ueckermünde to Usedom Island for you and your bicycle is also included.
Also Included
- 1 package with maps and information per room (maps are only in German)
- Service hotline during the walking tour
Not included
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Visas if required
- Train tickets to/from starting and ending points
- Rental bicycles or e-bikes
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Entrance fees to attractions
- Guide services
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before, during, or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Biking equipment rental:
- Touring bike
- E-Bike
- Speedometer
- Bus transfer from Oder to Frankfurt
- Optional extension to Stralsund
Frequently Asked Questions about Biking Frankfurt to Usedom Island
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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