Cycling and Walking Tour of Dresden
Get to know the Florence of Germany, Dresden, by bike and on foot
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Self-Guided
Cycling and Walking Tour of Dresden Overview
This 7-day self-guided cycling and walking tour of Dresden is a wonderful way to explore the beautiful Baroque city of Dresden! The 7-day Cycling and Walking Tour of Dresden combines three full days of biking with three days of fun exploration in and around the city. You'll explore Dresden by bus and railway, take a scenic river cruise on an old-fashioned paddle steamer, and even explore further by train.
In the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, you'll marvel at massive fortresses and the mystic Bastei Bridge. There are day trips to the porcelain town of Meissen and the impressive Moritzburg Castle and hunting lodge. Whether exploring by bike, foot, train or boat, Dresden is the perfect combination of vibrant city life and lovely countryside.
Trip highlights
Visit the beautiful riverside town of Meissen, famous for its porcelain.
Marvel at the Konigstein Fortress and Bastei Bridge in the beautiful Elbe Sandstone Mountains.
Ride the Dresden Funicular Railway and cruise on the historic Saxon Paddle Steamer, exploring in exciting new ways.
Take a trip to the opulent Moritzburg Castle and hunting lodge, getting the chance to appreciate the fine architecture.
Day By Day Itinerary
Welcome to Dresden, the capital of Saxony and a historic city bursting with classic architecture, baroque churches, palaces, and museums. Dresden is the perfect home base for exploring many beautiful sights by bicycle, foot and train.
Spend the evening enjoying the city, perhaps finding a restaurant patio where you can enjoy some local cuisine and a drink, watching the city go by.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Dresden
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- None
With a map in hand, you're ready to take the scenic ride to Meissen, passing the striking Gohliser windmill on the way.
Once at Meissen you'll visit a famous porcelain factory (souvenirs, anyone?). After the tour, take the suburban train back to Dresden.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Dresden
- Distance:
- 28km
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Dresden is the gateway to Saxony and the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. Start by taking a train to Bad Schandau, and then ride along the Elbe River back towards Dresden. This route lets you visit the Konigstein Fortress, the iconic Bastei Bridge, and Pillnitz Castle on the way.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Dresden
- Distance:
- 44km
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Today you take a break from biking and enjoy a city tour of Dresden. Relax on a sightseeing bus, get around on the Dresden Funicular Railway, and cruise on the historic Saxon Paddle Steamer ships that show off the scenic river routes.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Dresden
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast
After breakfast, you'll bike to Radebeul and take a ride on the Lößnitzgrundbahn Railway to Mortizburg Castle. Built as a hunting lodge by Duke Moritz, this impressive Baroque building is surrounded by a lake and exceptionally landscaped gardens.
After returning to Radebeul you can take a train to Dresden, or ride your bike back if you’re feeling energetic.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Dresden
- Distance:
- 48km
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Whether Forest Tharandt or the Heath Dresden - the surrounding area still offers numerous variants for day trips. Also in Dresden itself there is certainly still much undiscovered!
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Now that you’ve come to know and love Dresden, it’s time to continue. If you would like to extend your trip you are welcome to add additional nights.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Tour Map
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Inclusions
Included
- 6 breakfasts are included.
- Accommodations for 6 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour can be added as a supplement.
- All train tickets are included (including the fee for the bicycle). Airport transfers are not included.
- 1 package with maps and information per room (in English)
- 24-hour service hotline during the walking tour
- Admission to Meissen porcelain factory with audio guide
- City tour by bus through Dresden incl. ride with the Saxon steamboat and funicular railway
- Airport Transfers
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Flights
- Rental bicycles or e-bikes
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Visas if required
- Entrance fees to other attractions
Optional Extras (Please Enquire about the Pricing)
- Bike and biking equipment rental:
- Touring bike
- E-Bike
- Speedometer
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
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FAQ
We rate this tour as a 2/5. Participants should be fit enough to bike distances of 30 km to 50 km (potentially with the help of an e-bike if preferred) and walk 1-3 hours per day.
Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. Rental bikes are standard touring bikes or electric pedal-assist bikes.
All rental bicycles are supplied with the following accessories: one cable lock with key and one waterproof pannier per bicycle, one map holder and complete tool kit per room (tool kit: inner tube, pump, puncture repair kit, tire levers, cleaning cloth, allen key). Speedometers are available for 5 EUR per day.
The rental bikes will be delivered to your hotel at 8 am on Day 1. The bike will be picked up from the last hotel when the tour finishes.
Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel as you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided all the information on which direction you need to go daily. However, self-guided travelling requires good navigation skills and those who don’t feel confident in unknown places should consider booking guided tours.
Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a road bike suitable for the demands of the tour.
The hotel provides safe and secure bicycle parking.
6 breakfasts are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover cycling. Get your Travel Insurance.
Fly into Dresden Airport (DRS) to begin this tour. You will need to arrange transportation to your hotel.
The tour ends in Dresden when you check out of your hotel. You will need to arrange transportation to the airport.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to Saxony for this tour is between May and September when the weather tends to be warm and clear.
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