Night 1-5
3-Star hotels along the Moselle River
Enjoy the selection of different hotels or wineries in 3 star category along your route.
6-day Moselle River Bike Tour
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Highlights
Discover historical and natural wonders on this self-guided cycling tour!
Explore the magical Moselle Valley by bicycle! Travelling approximately 190 kilometres over six days, you'll pass by a reel of countryside highlights flanking the easy-going Mosel Cycle Path: terraced vineyards, quaint wine villages, and towns steeped in storied history. This relatively flat route grants the ideal, rare fusion of moving your body and relaxing simultaneously.
Over this six-day self-guided tour, expect to complete four stages of the Mosel Cycle Path, all while enjoying wine, never-ending images of the Moselle River, boutique accommodations, and glimpses of history. Talk about an epic way to spend a week!
Moselle River Bike Tour Itinerary
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 Park Plaza in Trier
- Distance
- None
- Meals
- None
Day 2 Bike to Piesport
Today, the route leads you along 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 fantastic view over the Moselle valley from the vineyards above the village. After passing the oldest wine village in Germany, Neumagen-Dhron, you arrive at Piesport. Enjoy an impressively restored roman cellar dating back to the 4th century!
- Overnight Location
- Weinhotel Piesporter Goldtröpfchen in Piesport
- Distance
- 48km
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 3 Cycle from Piesport to Traben-Trarbach
Today it is worthwhile to take a side trip to the famous wine village Bernkastel-Kues and visit the beautiful market square, surrounded by half-timbered houses. Zeltingen displays several grand baroque buildings in Moselle tradition.
- Overnight Location
- Das Moselschlösschen in Traben-Trarbach
- Distance
- 40km
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 4 Go from Traben-Trarbach to Cochem
After you leave Traben-Trarbach in the morning, 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. Countless wine slopes cheer the heart, inviting you to take part in a wine-tasting in one of the traditional taverns. Before you reach Cochem, you can enjoy a wonderful view of Europe's steepest vineyard, the Calmont. 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 Villa Vinum in Cochem
- Distance
- 55km
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 5 Bike from Cochem to Koblenz
After a couple of kilometres, you will reach Moselkern directly along the banks of the Moselle. From there, it is worth taking a short detour to the nearby Eltz fairy tale castle. The village of Kobern-Gondorf invites you to linger and look at its historic half-timbered houses around the market square. The route continues between the Moselle and parts of the vineyards via Winningen to Koblenz. Here, the Moselle flows into the Rhine at the Deutsches Eck. An intoxicating panoramic view awaits you on the cable car ride to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress (incl.). The numerous sights allow you to immerse yourself in the city's varied past. End the day with an evening stroll.
- Overnight Location
- Top-Hotel Krämer in Koblenz
- Distance
- 49km
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 6 Depart Koblenz
Decide to stay longer in Koblenz or depart today!
- Overnight Location
- None
- Distance
- None
- Meals
- Breakfast
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 $775USD*
- Price per person sharing a double room: from $675USD*
*-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.
Accommodation on 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
See Tripadvisor ReviewsHotel 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.
Night 2
See Tripadvisor ReviewsWeinhotel Piesporter Goldtröpfchen in Piesport
This 3-star hotel in Trittenheim offers cozy accommodation and a selection of wines from its vineyards. The property is located on the Moselle between the historic city of Trier and the medieval Bernkastel-Kues.
Night 3
See Tripadvisor ReviewsDas Moselschlösschen in Traben-Trarbach
This comfortable hotel is located directly on the beautiful Traben-Trarbach promenade in the middle of the picturesque Moselle valley. In 61 individually designed feel-good rooms, guests relax with a view of the river or over the roofs of the old town.
Night 4
See Tripadvisor ReviewsHotel Villa Vinum in Cochem
The Villa Vinum Cochem is an owner-managed boutique hotel in Cochem with a direct location on the beautiful Moselle. The inviting large wooden staircase leads you to the hotel’s twelve luxurious hotel rooms and suites.
Night 5
See Tripadvisor ReviewsTop-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.
Premium hotels
What’s Included in the Moselle River Bike Tour?
Meals
5 breakfasts are included on the Moselle River Bike Tour.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 5 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
- Hotel upgrades
- Bike rental
Frequenty Asked Questions about 6-day Moselle River Bike Tour
How hard is the Moselle River Bike Tour?
We rate the difficulty of this tour as a 3 / 5. You will bike around 190km on the Moselle River Bike Tour. The path might be easy, but you’ll still move your body every day!
Do I need a visa to travel to Germany?
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Are meals included on the Moselle River Bike Tour?
5 breakfasts are included on the tour.
Do I need insurance?
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover biking. Get your travel insurance.
How do I get to Trier to start this tour?
Fly into Frankfurt International Airport (FRA). You can arrange a private transfer to your hotel or take public transport from here.
Is the Moselle River Bike Tour in English?
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
Where does the Moselle River Bike Tour end?
The tour ends in Koblenz. You can take the train to Frankfurt International Airport from here. It takes around 2 hours.
Can I rent a bike?
Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process.
Can I bring my own bike?
Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a road bike suitable for the demands of the tour
Do I need special vaccines to travel to Germany?
Check with your family doctor.
Are there any travel restrictions for Germany?
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.
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Tour Difficulty
We rate the difficulty of this tour as a 3 / 5. You will bike around 190km on the Moselle River Bike Tour. The path might be easy, but you’ll still move your body every day!
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