The rhine cycle path by bike and boat

Rhine Romance, Wine & World Heritage

The Rhine Cycle Route follows one of Europe’s great rivers – from its source in the Swiss Alps all the way to the North Sea. Over more than 1,200 kilometres, you experience river landscapes shaped by centuries of history and culture. Between Strasbourg, Koblenz and Cologne, vineyard-covered slopes, castle ruins and picturesque old towns create a constantly changing panorama.

The Upper Middle Rhine Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2002, is the very essence of Rhine romance: steep slate cliffs, half-timbered villages and legendary places such as the Loreley Rock.

The route is excellently developed, mostly flat and lined with charming wine villages and scenic viewpoints. On a bike & boat tour, you enjoy the region twice over: explore highlights such as Speyer, Rüdesheim and Strasbourg by bike during the day, then relax on board in the evening while watching the sun set over the river. A journey for connoisseurs, explorers and anyone who wants to feel the true spirit of the Rhine.

Bronze Loreley statue of a seated woman on a rock, surrounded by green trees with Rhine valley landscape in the background.

World Heritage, Loreley & Rhine Romance

Along the Rhine, one highlight follows the next: the Deutsches Eck and Ehrenbreitstein Fortress in Koblenz, the castle panorama around Boppard, the legendary Loreley, the historic towns of Oberwesel and St. Goar, and the wine town of Rüdesheim with its famous Drosselgasse and views from the Niederwald Monument. The UNESCO-listed Upper Middle Rhine Valley showcases Rhine romance at its finest – vineyards, slate cliffs, half-timbered houses, ferries and ever-present views of the mighty river that has inspired poets, painters and travellers for centuries.

The Rhine is not only one of Europe’s most important waterways, but also one of its most beautiful. It connects culture and nature in a truly unique way. On short, varied cycling stages, you discover historic cities, medieval castles and traditional wine villages that define the region’s distinctive character. The river is always close, whether cycling along the banks, enjoying a glass of Riesling with river views or gliding over the vineyards on a cable car.

Your ship is usually moored right in the heart of each town – perfect for evening strolls as the lights of the promenades shimmer on the Rhine. This journey combines active exploration with the relaxed comfort of a classic river cruise, creating a perfect balance of movement, indulgence and timeless Rhine romance.