Moselle Cycle Path by Bike & Boat

Between Vineyards, Castles and Half-Timbered Towns

Cycling Pleasure Along the Moselle

The Moselle Cycle Route is one of the most romantic river cycling routes in Europe. Between Trier, Germany’s oldest city, and Koblenz, the river winds its way through gentle bends across one of the world’s most beautiful wine-growing regions.

Steep vineyard slopes, picturesque villages, castle ruins and traditional wine estates shape the scenery. Along the route, charming half-timbered towns such as Bernkastel-Kues, Cochem and Traben-Trarbach invite you to linger and explore.

The cycle path is almost entirely flat and follows the river on quiet, well-maintained routes – ideal for leisure cyclists. Along the way, cosy wine taverns tempt you with steep-slope Riesling, riverside cafés offer relaxed breaks, and scenic viewpoints reward you with sweeping views across the valley.

Combined with a river cruise, the Moselle Cycle Route becomes the perfect experience for anyone looking to combine culture, cuisine and gentle activity. Where river, wine and joie de vivre come together, everyday life quickly fades away.

Moselle & Saar

Vineyards, Half-Timbered Houses and Enchanting River Bends

Between Koblenz and Saarburg, this route blends enjoyment and history. You cycle past steep vineyards and soft river loops, through towns such as Cochem, Beilstein, Zell and Bernkastel-Kues, all the way to Roman Trier with its iconic Porta Nigra. Highlights along the way include the Bremm Calmont – Europe’s steepest vineyard – and romantic half-timbered squares that seem made for photo stops.

Your ship follows the course of the river, making this bike & boat tour ideal for wine tastings, leisurely old-town strolls and relaxed sightseeing. One of the highlights is Saarburg, often called “Little Venice”, with its waterfall, narrow lanes and historic boatmen’s houses.

A Moselle & Saar cycling holiday stands for easy to moderate daily stages, plenty of time to enjoy the region and perfect conditions for beginners and connoisseurs alike.