Moselle: laid-back tour

You should plan enough time to visit the historical centre of the town. During a guided city tour you will see a selection of the classics. With the Porta Nigra, the Cathedral and Church of Our Lady, and the Basilica, you will pass no less than four buildings that are part of our UNESCO World Heritage.

On the Moselle cycle path you leave Germany's oldest city and roll comfortably past the old ferry tower from Schweich to Mehring. Marvel at the ruins of Villa Rustica, a country house or estate from the Roman Empire. Look forward to the small wine town of Mehring with lovingly designed narrow streets in the center, the so-called Moselgassen, which invite you to take a walk. Vine-covered gates open the wineries and give an insight into Moselle hospitality. Take a look, the winemakers are happy to have a chat and have a glass of wine with you.

The next stage on your bike trip is Trittenheim. Here, you will have the chance to follow a nature trail on the steps of a winegrower, informing you about local grape varieties and the special approach to wine-growing practiced here. 

2027: Mehring - Neumagen-Dhron / Piesport approx. 20 - 25 km

Look forward to a leisurely rest and enjoy Bernkastel-Kues. Stroll across the beautiful market square, past proud half-timbered houses and amazing fountains, visit the birth house of Nikolaus von Kues and discover the wine museum. Here you will find information about wine growing on steep slopes, about the different grape varieties, about all the work in the vineyard and in the cellar, about wine storage and of course about wine culture. After this worthwhile break, continue on the bike path along the banks of the Moselle to Zeltingen.

2027: Neumagen-Dhron / Piesport - Bernkastel-Kues / Zeltingen approx. 25 - 30 km

The vineyards of the „Kröver Nacktarsch“ guide your way to Traben-Trarbach. Complete today’s experience with a boat trip on the Moselle. After a break in Enkirch, often designated the treasure chest of the Moselle region’s half-timbered architecture, you will reach Zell with the ZELLER SCHWARZE KATZ.

2027: Bernkastel-Kues / Zeltingen - Zell / Bullay approx. 35 - 40 km

Look forward to the small but wildly romantic town of Beilstein with only 160 inhabitants. For many Moselle guests it is the most beautiful and romantic place on the Moselle, which is also expressed by its nickname "Rothenburg an der Mosel". Stroll through the old town streets and marvel at the picturesque market square from 1322 with the former tithe house, visit the former parish church of St. Christophorus and the old prince-count's winery. 

2027: Zell / Bullay - Cochem / Treis-Karden approx. 35 - 45 km

In the morning, a detour (4 km) to the medieval Eltz Castle, one of the most beautiful and best-preserved castles in Germany, beckons. Take part in an informative guided tour of the castle, discover the treasury and enjoy the wonderful view. Then you cycle back to the Moselle cycle path and roll into the historic wine town of Kobern Gondorf. Visit the ancestral castle of the Princes von der Leyen with the interesting wine museum, the medieval market square with Tatzelwurmbrunnen and the oldest half-timbered house in Germany.

2027: Cochem / Treis-Karden - Löf-Kattenes approx. 25 - 30 km

The last kilometres take you back through the Moselle valley to the „Deutsches Eck“ in Koblenz, where the Moselle flows into the Rhine. Enjoy the magnificent view over the wide valley of the Rhine.

2027: Löf-Kattenes - Koblenz approx. 25 km

After breakfast, your bike trip along the Moselle comes to an end. For those who would like to return to Trier, we recommend our practical return transfer service, which will take you from the hotel in Koblenz back to the start hotel with your luggage and private bikes.

Be sure to allow plenty of time to explore the historic city center, the Imperial Baths, and the Porta Nigra. On a guided tour, you can get a sense of the fascinating Middle Ages through sites such as the Dreikönigenhaus, Judengasse, and Hauptmarkt. The Cathedral Courtyard and the Electoral Palace showcase the Baroque splendor of the modern era. 

On the Moselle Cycle Route, you’ll leave Germany’s oldest city behind and cycle leisurely past the old ferry tower from Schweich to Mehring. Here, marvel at the ruins of the Villa Rustica, a country house or estate dating back to the Roman Empire. Today, the reconstructed buildings and foundation walls are open to visitors once again. Remnants of a multicolored floor mosaic and black marble wall paneling still bear witness to the site’s former splendor. Look forward to the small wine village of Mehring, with its charmingly designed narrow streets in the town center, the so-called “Moselgassen”, that invite you to take a stroll. Vine-covered gates open onto the winemakers’ estates, offering a glimpse into Moselle-style hospitality. Feel free to stop by, the winemakers are happy to chat and even share a glass of wine with you.

Today, the Moselle Cycle Route takes you to Trittenheim. Here, you can sample the famous Trittenheimer Altärchen wine right on the spot. In Neumagen-Dhron, Germany’s oldest wine-growing village, marvel at the world-famous Roman wine ship (replica), and just before Piesport, right along the cycle route, explore the Roman wine-pressing facility. In Piesport, walking paths along the banks of the Moselle invite you to take a leisurely stroll, while cafés, wine taverns, and wine bars invite you to stop for a cozy break. See for yourself the excellent quality of the “Piesporter Goldtröpfchen.” You’ll spend the night today in Neumagen-Dhron or Piesport.

Look forward to a relaxing break and enjoy Bernkastel-Kues. Stroll through the beautiful market square, past stately half-timbered houses and stunning fountains, visit the birthplace of Nikolaus von Kues, and explore the Wine Museum. Here you’ll learn about viticulture on steep slopes, the various grape varieties, all the work done in the vineyard and cellar, wine storage, and, of course, wine culture. After this well-deserved break, continue along the bike path directly along the banks of the Moselle to Zeltingen. With approximately 171 hectares of vineyards and the world-famous wine-growing sites Zeltinger Himmelreich, Schlossberg, Sonnenuhr, and Deutschherrenberg, the town is one of the largest and most widely known wine-growing communities on the Middle Moselle. Tonight, you’ll spend the night in Bernkastel-Kues or Zeltingen.

Cycle through the Kröver Nacktarsch wine-growing region to Traben-Trarbach. Like an amphitheater bordered by vineyards, forests and vineyards nestle around the twin towns on either side of the Moselle. Enjoy the town’s unique charm and atmosphere, marvel at the fascinating architecture featuring Art Nouveau and Belle Époque gems, or round out your cycling vacation with a lovely boat tour on the Moselle. After this well-deserved break, follow the flat bike paths along both banks of the Moselle to Enkirch, a gem of Moselle half-timbered architecture and continue through the “Zeller Schwarze Katz” wine-growing region to Bullay. Marvel at the bridge connecting Bullay and Alf, still unique in Germany. This steel structure spans the Moselle on two levels: the upper level for rail traffic and the lower level for road traffic. Tonight, you’ll spend the night in Zell or Bullay.

Look forward to visiting Beilstein, a small but wildly romantic town with just 160 residents. Many visitors to the Moselle consider it the most beautiful and romantic place along the river, a sentiment reflected in its nickname, “Rothenburg on the Moselle.” As you stroll through Beilstein’s narrow alleys and hidden corners, it quickly becomes clear why the town has served as a film set for numerous movies. Stroll through the old town’s alleys and marvel at the picturesque market square dating back to 1322 with its former tithe house; visit the former parish church of St. Christophorus and the old princely cellar. Continue your leisurely bike ride on to Cochem or Treis-Karden.

In the morning, take a detour (4 km) to the medieval Eltz Castle, one of the most beautiful and best-preserved castles in Germany. Set in a wonderfully romantic location and nestled in unspoiled nature, it looks like a fairy-tale castle come to life, inviting and majestic at the same time. Take an informative guided tour of the castle, explore the treasure chamber, and enjoy the magnificent view. Afterward, cycle back to the Moselle Cycle Route and continue on to Löf-Kattenes, today’s destination.

On the final kilometers of the Moselle Cycle Route, you’ll first discover the historic wine village of Kobern-Gondorf. Visit the ancestral castle of the Princes of von der Leyen, which houses a fascinating wine museum, the medieval market square with its Tatzelwurm fountain, and Germany’s oldest half-timbered house. Your journey continues to the wine village of Winningen, which is considered one of the most beautiful villages in Germany. See for yourself. Stroll through the vine-covered alleys, breathe in the scent of wine, and meet the friendly locals who make this place so charming. From there, it’s a quick bike ride to the Deutsches Eck in Koblenz. Here, enjoy the sweeping, magnificent view of the Rhine Valley and the final evening of your cycling tour.

After breakfast, your bike trip along the Moselle comes to an end. For those who would like to return to Trier, we recommend our practical return transfer service, which will take you from the hotel in Koblenz back to the start hotel with your luggage and private bikes.