7-Day Moselle River Bike Tour
Stunning views seen on a self-guided biking tour along the river in Germany

7-Day Moselle River Bike Tour

7 days

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Explore vineyards, history, culture over this seven day cycling adventure!

Looking for an adventure that pairs cycling with wine? The Self-Guided Moselle River Bike Tour in Germany has you hopping on a bike and chasing the Moselle River along the easy-going, relaxing Mosel Cycle Path. Experience a highlight reel of lush scenery as you ride: terraced vineyards, river views, quaint wine villages, and towns lined with history. But that's not all!

Spend each evening relaxing in charming, lavish boutique hotels, which offer an explosion of amenities that will keep you comfortable and well-rested for the following day of cycling. You'll spend five days on the bike, covering 190km.

Highlights of the 7-Day Moselle River Bike Tour

Bike along a relaxing, easy-going path that chases the Moselle River, providing vistas of terraced vineyards.
Enjoy nights in cozy boutique accommodations in charming towns brimming with a storied history, architecture, and ruins.
Explore the Roman ruins lining the oldest city in Germany: Trier, which dates back to around 2000 years ago.
Check out various wine villages as you cycle from Trier to Koblenz, such as Neumagen-Dhron, Germany’s oldest wine village!

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7-Day Moselle River Bike Tour

Self-Guided Moselle River Bike Tour

Day 1 Arrive in Trier

Arrive in the oldest city in Germany! Allow the last 2000 years to pass by in a time-lapse during a city round trip and discover world-known attractions. In the evening, you can enjoy the unique Riesling wine in one of the traditional wine taverns in Trier, as well as the atmosphere steeped in history.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Trier
Distance: None
Meals: None

Day 2 Cycle from Trier to Trittenheim

Today, the route leads you to the bank of the Moselle through tranquil wine villages. From Trittenheim, you can reach the other riverbank by crossing one of the oldest bridges and viewing the old, preserved ferry towers. You can enjoy a wonderful view over the Moselle valley from the vineyards above the village.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Trittenheim
Distance: 27km
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 Bike from Trittenheim to Zeltingen

Passing the oldest wine village in Germany, Neumagen-Dhron, you arrive at Piesport, where an impressively restored roman cellar dating back to the 4th century awaits you. It is worthwhile to take a side trip to the famous wine village Bernkastel-Kues and visit the paved market square surrounded by half-timbered houses. Continue to Zeltingen, where you'll find several grand baroque buildings.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Zeltingen
Distance: 27-35km
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 Go from Zeltingen to Zell

Countless wine slopes cheer the heart, inviting you to take part in a wine-tasting in one of the traditional taverns. After passing Traben-Trarbach, you will arrive at the Moselle loop in Zell, called the "Zeller Hamm". The Marienburg castle, around 900 years old, sits enthroned on the mountain ridge.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Zell
Distance: 33-40km
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 Pedal from Zell to Treis-Karden

Enjoy a fantastic view of Europe’s steepest vineyard, the Calmont. You have a spectacular view over the Moselle valley from the peak. Finally, you will arrive in Cochem, known for its imposing fortress complexes and the Reichsburg castle, a landmark of German castle romance.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Treis-Karden
Distance: 47km
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 Cycle from Treis-Karden to Koblenz

In Moselkern, taking a slight detour to the nearby Burg Eltz (castle) is worthwhile. The Moselle mouths into the Rhine by Koblenz. A splendid panorama view awaits you when taking the cable car up to the Ehrenbreitstein fortress.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Koblenz
Distance: 38km
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 Depart Koblenz

Opt to stay in Koblenz longer or depart today!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast

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Self-Guided Moselle River Bike Tour Price and Dates

This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only, where the pricing depends on your travelling dates, as well as the types of the rooms that you need.

Prices below are per person:

  • Price per person staying in a single room: from $995 USD*
  • Price per person sharing a double room: from $875 USD*

*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the Book Now button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates. Hotel upgrades are available for an extra charge.

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Accommodation on Self-Guided Moselle River Bike Tour

This tour is based in boutique accommodations. Hotels on this trip are 3 and 4-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Standard hotels are 3-star, but you can upgrade to premium for an extra charge.

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. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.

Standard hotels

Night 1-6

3-Star hotels along the Moselle River

Enjoy the selection of different hotels or wineries in 3 star category along your route.

Premium hotels

Hotel Park Plaza in Trier ★★★★

In addition to its central location, the Hotel Park Plaza Trier is characterized by the combination of the Roman history of Trier in the form of Roman-ancient elements and modern design throughout the hotel.

Hotel Galerie Riesling in Trittenheim ★★★

This 3-star hotel in Trittenheim offers cozy accommodation and a selection of wines from its vineyards. The rooms of the Hotel Galerie Riesling are tastefully furnished, and some have a terrace or balcony.

Weinhotel St. Stephanus in Zeltingen ★★★★

The traditional, family-run hotel in a classicist manor house with a modern outbuilding is located on the Moselle. It is 6 km from the Graacher Tor, a city gate built in the Middle Ages in Bernkastel-Kues, and 7 km from the Cusanus pen with its library and the wine museum.

Hotel Schloss Zell in Zell ★★★

Hotel Schloss Zell fuses history and modernity, exploding to create a unique romantic flair. Look forward to an elegant ambience and modern comfort in your room.

Schloss-Hotel Petry in Treis-Karden ★★★★

All rooms and suites in the hotel create an elegant and friendly atmosphere with stylish colours, generous cuts and comfortable furnishings. You can also look forward to a new 300 m² wellness area with a sauna and steam bath.

Top-Hotel Krämer in Koblenz ★★★

This family-run 3-star superior hotel sits 500 meters from Koblenz Main Station. The hotel is a great starting point for exploring Koblenz's old town, thanks to the excellent transport connections.

What’s Included in the Self-Guided Moselle River Bike Tour?

Meals

6 breakfasts are included on the Self-Guided Moselle River Bike Tour.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 6 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour can be added as a supplement.

Transportation during the Tour

Transportation for you and your luggage are included throughout the tour between 9 am and 5:30 pm.

Also Included

  • Best prepared travel documents (detailed map and route material)
  • GPS-data
  • 7-day-service-hotline
  • CO2 compensation in the region
  • Cable car ride including entry to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress in Koblenz (excluding bike)

Not included

  • Flights to and from Frankfurt or whichever airport you fly into
  • Insurance
  • Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
  • Gratuities
  • Ferry fees
  • City tax
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees
  • Bike rental

Optional Extras

  • Additional nights before or after the tour
  • Single occupancy upgrades
  • Optional activities or excursions
  • Private transfer to hotel from airport

Frequently Asked Questions about 7-Day Moselle River Bike Tour

Is this tour for me?

We rate the difficulty of this tour as a 3 / 5. You will bike around 190km on the Self-Guided Moselle River Bike Tour. The path might be easy, but you’ll still move your body every day!

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