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Palatinate Cycling and Wine Tour

Discover Germany’s Beauty on the Palatinate Cycling and Wine Tour

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7 days

Apr-Oct

Standard Biking

Self-Guided, Private

Hotel

Moderate (3/5)

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Palatinate Cycling and Wine Tour Details

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Itinerary

Itinerary for Palatinate Cycling and Wine Tour

Day 1

Arrival in Bad Dürkheim

Overnight Location - Hotel in Bad Dürkheim | Distance - None | Meals - None

After arriving in Bad Dürkheim, you will meet up for a welcome briefing and bike fitting. Afterwards, a short walk to the old town and the beautiful spa park is a great way to spend the evening.

Day 2

Explore Vineyards and Wineries

Overnight Location - Hotel in Bad Dürkheim | Distance - 40 km | Meals - Breakfast

Today's stage is devoted to the Pfaelzer wines. The bike tour will lead you through vineyards and wine villages to the secret German wine capital Neustadt. Through the most beautiful wine villages of the Northern Wine Road, Wachenheim and Deidesheim, you will cycle back to Bad Dürkheim.

Day 3

Experience the History and Culture of Speyer

Overnight Location - Hotel in Bad Dürkheim | Distance - 55/85 km | Meals - Breakfast

Today’s route will first take you along the River Rhine, following the Old Rhine arms to reach the old imperial city of Speyer. The cathedral and the art museum are cultural highlights that should be visited before cycling through the Böhler Forest and on the Kaiser Konrad bike trail back to your hotel.

Day 4

Cycle the Wine Road to Landau

Overnight Location - Hotel in Bad Dürkheim | Distance - 50 km + Train | Meals - Breakfast

On day 4 of the tour you will find many romantic wine villages on the route. St. Martin is like a picture book town and Edenkoben was once a summer residence of the Bavarian kings! Also within this romantic area is the wine road leading up to the French fortress of Landau. Return journey by train on your own (costs about € 10, - including bike).

Day 5

Travel Back in Time While Visiting Freinsheim and Grünstadt

Overnight Location - Hotel in Bad Dürkheim | Distance - 35 km | Meals - Breakfast

After a short bike ride, you will soon reach Freinsheim with its baroque town hall. You will then continue through the wine town of Grünstadt to the medieval castle Neuleinigen. Anyone wanting to cycle up the steep slope to the castle can later strengthen themselves in the castle tavern and enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding area. The tour will continue through the vineyards and back to Bad Dürkheim.

Day 6

Vineyards and Wine Tasting

Overnight Location - Hotel in Bad Dürkheim | Distance - 30 km | Meals - Breakfast

Local wineries are on the agenda for the last day of cycling. Not only will you visit the biggest wine barrel in the world, but you will also enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding landscape. Back in Bad Dürkheim, you will find a wine tasting event organized for you at the winery Fitz-Ritter.

Day 7

Departure Day

Overnight Location - None | Distance - None | Meals - Breakfast

After breakfast, you will pack your things and bid farewell to the beautiful Rhineland for an individual departure from the region.

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How hard is the Palatinate Cycling and Wine Tour?

We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. Cyclists will need to be able to cover between 40 and 70 kilometres per day, and there is one longer ascent throughout the tour.

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 Palatinate Cycling and Wine Tour?

6 breakfasts are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover cycling. Get your travel insurance.

How do I get to Bad Dürkheim to start this tour?

Fly into the Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden (FKB) or Frankfurt/Main (FRA) airports, then transfer to the Bad Dürkheim train station.

Is the Palatinate Cycling and Wine Tour in English?

Yes, the travel documents and resources for this trip are in English.

Where does the Palatinate Cycling and Wine Tour end?

The Luxury Wine Tour on the Rhine ends where it began, in Bad Dürkheim. From there, you can head to the Bad Dürkheim train station and transfer to either the Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden (FKB) or Frankfurt/Main (FRA) airports.

Can I rent a bike?

Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. Rental bikes come in 7-gear and 21/24-gear varieties. You can also rent an e-bike.

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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Palatinate Cycling and Wine Tour Details

Overview

Overview for Palatinate Cycling and Wine Tour

Itinerary

Itinerary for Palatinate Cycling and Wine Tour

Arrival in Bad Dürkheim

Explore Vineyards and Wineries

Experience the History and Culture of Speyer

Cycle the Wine Road to Landau

Travel Back in Time While Visiting Freinsheim and Grünstadt

Vineyards and Wine Tasting

Departure Day

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Night 1-6

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