Included (in all three itineraries):

• • Self-guided Moselle river bike tour — choose between a 6, 7, or 8-day itinerary
  • Accommodation for 5, 6, or 7 nights in selected 3 and 4-star hotels (double occupancy), depending on the chosen itinerary
  • Daily breakfast at each hotel
  • Daily luggage transfer between all hotels (no limit on luggage pieces), between 9 am to 5:30 pm
  • Detailed route materials: maps, route descriptions, and GPX files
  • Cable car ride including admission to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress in Koblenz
  • 7-day support hotline throughout the tour
  • CO₂ compensation for the travel region

Additionally included in the 8-day itinerary:

• • Wine tasting at a local winery in Cochem
  • Moselle river cruise

Add-ons (pricing shown at checkout):

• • Single occupancy room
  • Bike rental — touring bike or e-bike
  • Helmet rental
  • Wine tasting in Cochem — 6-day itinerary only (tasting four wines in each of the two rounds + information about winemaking in the Moselle region)
  • Personal welcome meeting and bike fitting
  • Additional nights in Trier or Koblenz
  • Airport transfers — Frankfurt Airport to Trier / Koblenz to Frankfurt Airport

Not included:

• • Transportation to Germany
  • Bikes
  • Helmet
  • Lunches and dinners
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees not mentioned above
  • Ferry fees
  • City tax (payable directly at each hotel)
  • Train ticket for the optional Rhine Valley ride on Day 7 of the 8-day itinerary
  • Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout

That depends on what kind of trip you’re after:

6-day is for you if you want to cover the full route efficiently without stretching the trip longer than needed. The riding days are a bit longer, but nothing demanding.

7-day is the sweet spot for most people—same total distance spread across one extra day, so the daily rides are shorter and there’s more time to linger in each town.

8-day is for you if you’re in no rush, love wine, and want a proper rest day built in. The Cochem wine tasting and river cruise are included, and the optional Rhine Valley ride on Day 7 gives you something to do if you’re still feeling energetic.

This Moselle river self-guided bike tour is beginner-friendly and accessible to most cyclists—the Moselle Cycle Path is nearly flat, almost entirely car-free, and very well-signed. The total distance across all three itineraries is 190 km (118 mi). Here’s what each option looks like in terms of riding:

• • 6-day itinerary: 4 riding days, up to 55 km (34 mi) per day
  • 7-day itinerary: 5 riding days, up to 47 km (29 mi) per day
  • 8-day itinerary: 4 riding days plus 1 rest day and 1 optional ride, up to 55 km (34 mi) per day on riding days

All three options are on mostly flat, paved riverside paths. No significant elevation gain to speak of—the focus is on enjoying the scenery, not conquering climbs. If you’d rather not pedal the whole way, e-bikes are available to rent at an additional cost.

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Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

• • Day pack large enough to carry everything you might need throughout the day (around a 20–30 L bag)
  • Water bottle or hydration bladder (2 L capacity)
  • Cycling shoes
  • Comfortable cycling clothes
  • Leisure clothes for evenings and sightseeing
  • Spare clothes for layering
  • Waterproof rain jacket
  • Sunhat
  • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, tissues, etc.)
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera — optional (but recommended)

Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. Layers are best—don’t wear jeans.

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Yes — both touring bikes and e-bikes are available to rent and can be added to your booking at an additional cost during checkout.

Touring Bike — Velo de Ville L200 is a comfortable 28″ trekking bike built for multi-day trips. Available in a diamond frame or step-through (low-step) frame, in multiple sizes, with ergonomically shaped handlebars. The lightweight aluminum frame keeps things nimble, the Shimano CUES 20-speed drivetrain offers smooth, reliable shifting, and Schwalbe Plus puncture-protected tires keep you rolling with confidence. All bikes come fitted with a rear rack, making them ideal for use with bike panniers.

E-Bike — Velo de Ville AEB Classic is for those who prefer a little extra boost. These e-bikes are equipped with a Bosch mid-motor (Active Line, Active Line Plus, or Performance Line) and a 500 Wh battery for reliable range on daily rides. The step-through frame makes mounting effortless, while the Shimano drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes, suspension fork, and Schwalbe Delta Cruiser Plus puncture-protected tires deliver a smooth, worry-free ride.

Self-guided tours are perfect for those who enjoy exploring on their own terms—at their own pace, and with the company they choose. By joining this self-guided Moselle river bike tour, we take care of:

• • 6, 7, or 8-day self-guided Moselle bike tour
  • Accommodation for 5, 6, or 7 nights in selected 3 and 4-star hotels (double occupancy), depending on the chosen itinerary
  • Daily breakfast at each hotel
  • Daily luggage transfer between all hotels (no limit on luggage pieces), between 9 am to 5:30 pm
  • Detailed route materials: maps, route descriptions, and GPX files
  • Cable car ride including admission to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress in Koblenz
  • 7-day support hotline throughout the tour

Rather than joining a guided group, you’ll navigate the tour yourself, using resources provided by the tour operator. For a hassle-free journey with everything arranged for you in advance, there’s no better option!

As a self-guided tour is built around your preferred travel dates, your guide will take care of arranging accommodations and details after you book. Note that exact accommodations and dates might shift slightly, so don’t make any travel arrangements until the details of your adventure are confirmed.

Group sizes and pricing

• • The maximum group size for this Moselle river bike tour is set at 18 participants.
  • Solo travelers are welcome to join, but securing a single occupancy room for themselves is mandatory—you’ll be able to add it to your booking at checkout.

Moselle river bike tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements

• • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  • Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Moselle river bike tour on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

The price for this Moselle river bike tour is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. You can add it to your booking at checkout.

Solo travelers are welcome to join, but securing a single occupancy room for themselves is mandatory—you’ll be able to add it to your booking at checkout.

The starting point of your Moselle river bike tour is Trier, Germany. Most people fly into Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and take the train or arrange a private transfer from there—Trier is about 2 hours by regional train from Frankfurt. A private transfer from Frankfurt Airport to Trier can be arranged as an add-on at checkout.

All tours end in Koblenz, from where participants can take the train onward or arrange a transfer back to Trier or Frankfurt Airport. A return transfer from Koblenz to Trier and a departure transfer to Frankfurt Airport can both be arranged.

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