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Saxon Switzerland

Elbe Cycle Path, Prague – Dresden

Lust for life on at rivers Moldau and Elbe

7 Days / 6 Nights
Easy
Saxon Switzerland

The essentials at a glance

Follow the Elbe Cycle Path from Prague to Dresden through Czech Republic and Germany. This easy cycling tour covers approximately 45-55 km daily, starting at Wenceslas Square and Charles Bridge in Prague. Cycle along the Vltava and Elbe rivers through Melnik's wine region, past Terezin fortress, and through the dramatic Elbe Sandstone Mountains. Highlights include Königstein fortress and Dresden's historic old town. Accommodation in 3*** and 4**** hotels with breakfast and luggage transfer included.

It will be hard to decide if start or end of this journey is more attractive. In imposing Prague the tour starts, full of history, lots of places of interest, coloured through lust for life. In Dresden the tour finds its end: Zwinger, Semper opera and Frauenkirche are competing against the beauty of Prague, trying to attract your attention. In-between the cities you cycle on paths along the rivers Moldau and Elbe, you visit small, picturesque villages, you cross romantic river landscapes. Before Bad Schandau you pass the boarder. Bastei rock is awaiting you here and offering a wide view over the Elb valley, onto bizarre table mountains and impressing nature landscapes. Well, maybe you like the way from Prague to Dresden more than the cities itself?

Charles Bridge in Prague
Cyclists on the banks of the Elbe
Confluence of the Vltava and Elbe rivers in Melnik
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Your adventure begins in the Golden City: Prague enchants with Wenceslas Square, the castle, and Charles Bridge. Cycling along the Vltava, you'll reach Melnik, with its stunning castle and picturesque vineyards. Your next stop is Leitmeritz, passing through Roudnice and Theresienstadt along the way.

The journey continues through floodplains and romantic towns to Decin. Along the route, you'll encounter the Schreckenstein ruins, surrounded by imposing rock formations. On day 5, you'll cross the border into Germany, where the striking Elbe Sandstone Mountains await. In the Elbe valley, the Königsstein fortress looms ahead, and you'll spend the night in Pirna. The final stage to Dresden is adorned with castles, and you'll eventually reach your destination via the "Blue Wonder" bridge.

  • A stroll through the golden city: Exploring the Old Town with its Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, and the Jewish Quarter is an absolute must. Don't miss visiting Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral, enjoying the panoramic view from Letná Park, and tasting the famous Czech beer at a traditional brewery.
  • The extraordinary nature of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains: The Elbe Sandstone Mountains in Saxony are renowned for their peculiar rock formations and scenic valleys. A paradise for hikers and climbers, this area also boasts picturesque towns like Rathen and Bad Schandau, brimming with cultural highlights. Don't miss a visit to the Bastei Bridge!
  • Impressive views of the Königsstein fortress: Königstein Fortress in Saxon Switzerland stands as one of Europe's largest fortresses, providing a captivating glimpse into military history. Explore the impressive complex—the view from the bastions is breathtaking, and the exhibitions detailing the fortress's history are truly fascinating.

Over the course of seven days and five cycling stages, you'll cover approximately 225 kilometers through the Czech Republic and Germany. While the route along the rivers is generally easy, expect a few climbs along the way. Our team will furnish you with comprehensive travel documents and a navigation app to ensure a smooth journey.

Often underestimated and all the more beautiful for it: the Elbe Cycle Route awaits you with fantastic scenery as well as fascinating city gems. Depending on the route, you will explore Prague, Dresden, Dessau, Hamburg, and finally, the mouth of the river into the North Sea.

Charles Bridge in Prague
Cyclists on the banks of the Elbe
Confluence of the Vltava and Elbe rivers in Melnik

Itinerary at a glance

You should visit Wenceslas Square and the Karlsbrücke "Charles Bridge" in Prague before following the Vltava River to reach Melnik Castle. The Elbe Sandstone Mountains will captivate your gaze, as will the beauty of Dresden.

Individual arrival to Prague. Welcome briefing in the late afternoon and distribution of rental bikes (if booked). 

Today you cycle along the river Moldau. The strains of ascents are instantly rewarded by fast descents. Admire the mouth of Moldau and Elbe from the palace hill of Melnik. Melnik is the heart of the Bohemian wine growing area.

Via Roudnice you reach the fortress Terezin. From here only a few kilometres have to be covered to reach the destination of today Litomerice with its beautiful houses.

After only about 20 km you reach the city Usti nad Labem Aussig. On the way you can admire the ruin of the old fortress Schreckenstein (literally meaning "horror-castle") situated on the right bank on top of a 100 m high steep rock. In the afternoon you reach Decin.

Today you cross the boarder to Germany and soon you see the first rocks of the Elbe sandstone massive. Past bizarre rock formations the Elbe flows past the fortress Königstein (King Stone). Visit the big fortress and enjoy the wonderful view into the Elb valley. 

Past castle Pillnitz you cycle to Dresden. You pass the “blue wonder” and the palaces at the river. Due to the short route you have enough time for sight-seeing in the old city of Dresden.

Day
07

Departure or extension

Melnik Old Town
Cyclists along the Elbe
Saxon Switzerland Impressions
Pillnitz Castle
Ship on the Elbe in Dresden
Dresdner Zwinger

Difficulty level

Easy

From Prague to Melnik some climbs have to be managed, apart from that easy route along Elbe bike path. Some paths are unsurfaced in parts.

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Prices per person in EUR

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High-quality unisex touring bike with comfortable low entry

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High-quality men's touring bike with classic diamond frame

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Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation in 3***- and 4****- hotels
  • Breakfast
  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • Luggage transfer
  • Best developed route
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English, French)
  • App for navigation and GPS-data
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance
  • Return transfer by minibus to Prague, costs EUR 90 per person, for your own bike additionally EUR 39, to be paid in advance, reservation is necessary

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Prague train station
  • Prague airport
  • Prague: Public parking garage, costs approx. EUR 16 per day
  • Dresden: Hotel parking garage, costs approx. EUR 200 per week
  • We recommend arriving to Dresden and going by minibus or train to Prague

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not inclueded in the price!
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!
  • This tour is a partner tour.

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation in 3*** and 4**** hotels, as well as 1x guesthouse in Melnik
  • Breakfast
  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • Luggage transfer
  • Digital travel documents incl. navigation app, GPS-data, route book
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance
  • Return transfer by minibus to Prague, costs EUR 95 per person, for your own bike additionally EUR 45, to be paid in advance, reservation is necessary

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Prague train station
  • Prague airport
  • Prague: Public parking garage, costs approx. EUR 16 per day
  • Dresden: Hotel parking garage, costs approx. EUR 200 per week
  • We recommend arriving to Dresden and going by minibus or train to Prague

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not inclueded in the price!
  • Special dates available on request
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!
  • This tour is a partner tour.
Antonia Kreiseder

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