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Koblenz - Saarburg, MS Switzerland

Beautiful river valleys and vineyards on Moselle and Saar

Bike & Boat
8 Days / 7 Nights
Easy
MS Switzerland river cruise ship with white hull and turquoise trim sailing on calm river, surrounded by green trees under blue sky.

The essentials at a glance

Bike and boat tour along the Moselle River from Koblenz to Saarburg aboard MS Switzerland. The route follows well-paved cycle paths with minimal inclines, suitable for inexperienced cyclists. Highlights include Cochem's Reichsburg Castle, Beilstein known as 'Rothenburg of the Moselle', Europe's steepest vineyard Bremmer Calmont, the wine town of Bernkastel-Kues, and Trier with Roman monuments like Porta Nigra. Daily distances range from 25-50 km through historic wine villages and medieval towns.

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Aboard the MS Switzerland on the Moselle and cycling along the Moselle Cycle Path – for eight days, you’ll gently pedal from Koblenz to Saarburg. The route will charm you with its scenic Moselle loops and serene vineyards. On your floating hotel, you can relax and savor every moment, while the wine taverns and cozy villages along the way invite you to experience their warm hospitality and local delights.

The Moselle loop
The old town centre of Saarburg
Cycle path on the Moselle
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In Koblenz, you'll be introduced to the MS Switzerland,  your home for the next seven nights. Your first destination is Cochem, with its charming historic center and the impressive Reichsburg. The following day is all about Moselle wines, as you pass by Europe's steepest vineyard and the renowned “Zeller Schwarze Katz” wine-growing region. Sample the fine wines before continuing the route from Zell an der Mosel, through Traben-Trarbach, and on to Bernkastel-Kues.

On Day 5, you'll follow in the footsteps of the Romans in Piesport and Neumagen-Dhron. Day 6 brings you to Trier, Germany's oldest city and a true highlight of your journey. For the final leg, you’ll head to the Saar, with a detour to Waterbillig for a taste of Luxembourg. Saarburg is a charming town with canals and fisher cottages – the perfect way to conclude your cycling and cruising adventure.

  • The historic old town of Cochem: The old town enchants with its narrow, cobbled streets, charming half-timbered houses, and picturesque squares like the marketplace, featuring the baroque Martinsbrunnen. The Reichsburg, dating back to the 11th century, offers not only fascinating glimpses into history but also breathtaking views of the Moselle Valley.
  • Wine tastings in the Moselle region: The wine regions along the Moselle are world-renowned for their steep-slope wines, particularly the Riesling, which thrives on the sun-drenched hillsides. The Moselle winds through a picturesque landscape of terraced vineyards and historic wine villages, including Bernkastel-Kues, Traben-Trarbach, and Zell. The mild climate and mineral-rich slate soils provide the perfect conditions for viticulture.
  • Venetian flair in Saarburg: The city, crisscrossed by canals, is dominated by the medieval Saarburg, from the ruins of which you can enjoy a fantastic view of the surrounding area. A highlight is the 20-meter-high waterfall right in the heart of the city, where the water cascades into the Leukbach, once powering the old mills.

The Moselle Cycle Path offers a well-maintained route, with its flat terrain making for a leisurely, enjoyable cycling experience. Each day, you’ll cover between 25 and 50 kilometers, after which you can relax or enjoy a sociable drink onboard. From the lounge, you can take in beautiful views, as well as from the sun deck. Cozy cabins and full-board meals complete the service, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable journey.

Eurobike's cycling and cruising tours in Germany offer a truly relaxing experience. Ride along stunning river paths and unwind on the sun decks of our comfortable ships.

The Moselle loop
The old town centre of Saarburg
Cycle path on the Moselle

Itinerary at a glance

The ambarkation is at 04.00 p.m.

By ship to Alken, where your bike tour starts. You are cycling to Moselkern and then on to Cochem. Cochem is a lovely little town with historical half-timbered-houses and a picturesque Old town. Inexperienced cyclists we recommend spending the day on board and use the day off to visit Cochem in the afternoon.

The bike tour will take you to Beilstein first, which you can explore during a short tour on your own. Pass Europe’s steepest vineyard at Bremmer Calmont. Today´s tour ends in the wine village of Zell on the Moselle. You should take the time to enjoy the popular wines.

You are cycling from Zell to romantic Traben-Trarbach, where Art Nouveau architecture shows its best side. After that, the middle-aged market place of Bernkastel-Kues invites you for a rest. You will reach the ship in Kues after a tour through town.

Cycle tour to Piesport, the oldest winegrowing community along the Moselle. Visit the Roman cellars and the vineyards on your own. Further on you are going to Neumagen-Dhron which is the oldest wine city of Germany. After lunch break the tour continues to Riol.

You will cycle via Pfalzel to Trier, where MS OLYMPIA is already waiting for you. Trier is one of the oldest cities of Germany and its Roman roots are still visible in impressive buildings as the Porta Nigra, the Konstantin basilica and the Amphitheatre.

Today you will be cycling along the river from Trier via Wasserbillig in Luxembourg to Saarburg, also called “little Venice”. In its centre you will find a waterfall of 20 meters deep as well as many baroque buildings and fisher houses.

Disembarkation after breakfast at 09:00 a.m. Individual journey home.

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The bridge gate of Traben-Trarbach
Cochem
Cochem city
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MS Switzerland river cruise ship sailing on calm green water with forested hills in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Evening view of the Moselle River near Koblenz with illuminated buildings and fortress on hillsides, calm water reflecting city lights.

Difficulty level

Easy

The quality of the bike paths is very good. The Moselle cycle path leads along good and asphalted roads without noteworthy climbs. Therefore this journey is even suitable for novice cyclists.

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Further details about this tour

Included

  • Program according to itinerary from Koblenz to Saarburg
  • 7 nights in outside cabins in the booked cabin category
  • 1 welcome drink
  • Full meals (7x breakfast, 6x packed lunch for cyclists or lunch snack on board, 6x afternoon coffee break, 7x 3-course-dinner)
  • On board tour guide incl. daily tour briefing
  • Daily cabin cleaning, change of bed linen and towels as needed
  • Detailed travel documents (navigation app and GPS-data)
  • All harbour, lock and bridge fees

Optional

  • Bringing your own bike/electric bike: € 59,- (on request only, limited)
  • Helmets € 45,-/week, reservation necessary and to be paid for in advance

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Coblenz main station is about 3 km away from the pier
  • Parking possibilities in Coblenz: Public park house near the landing stage in Coblenz as well as free park & ride parking spaces. By public bus into the city. No reservation possible.(Stand June 2023)

Things to note

  • Minimum number of participants: 80 persons
  • Further important information according to the package travel law and additional information about your bike and boat trip can be found here!
  • This tour is a partner tour.

 

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