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Three cyclists in front of the Wachtenburg, surrounded by vineyards and wooded hills

Speyer – Heidelberg – Worms

Rhine romance

7 Days / 6 Nights
Medium
181  kg
CO₂-Emissions are offset
181  kg
CO₂-Emissions are offset
181  kg
CO₂-Emissions are offset
Three cyclists in front of the Wachtenburg, surrounded by vineyards and wooded hills

The essentials at a glance

Cycle through Germany's Palatinate wine region visiting historic cities Speyer, Heidelberg, and Worms. This loop tour covers approximately 207 km over 5 cycling days on mostly flat terrain with slight climbs in the vineyards. Highlights include Heidelberg's famous castle and old town, Speyer's medieval cathedral, Schwetzingen Palace gardens, and picturesque wine villages along the German Wine Route. Medium difficulty level suitable for regular cyclists.

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The region around the junction of the rivers Neckar and Rhine is not only very scenic but it also offers many cultural highlights in a very mild Mediterranean climate. Visit the famous cities Speyer with its beautiful cathedral, Heidelberg, the oldest university town in Germany and the ancient imperial city of Worms. On this tour, you will ride your bike on the German wine route through the second largest wine region in Germany.

Break in the vineyards
picturesque alley through a wine village
Break with an amazing view on vines
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Upon arrival in picturesque Neustadt an der Weinstraße, you'll dive straight into the Palatinate. Celebrate the start of your holiday with a glass of cool Riesling, after all you are in the middle of the largest Riesling growing region in the world. The first stage takes you via the cathedral city of Speyer to Germersheim. The medieval fortress with its large ramparts still characterises the townscape today.

Before heading to the Neckar city of Heidelberg on day 3, you should make a longer stop at Schwetzingen Castle and inspect the beautiful castle gardens. A veritable smorgasbord of cultures opens up here: a garden mosque, French and English influences and the Japanese cherry blossom that transforms the grounds into a sea of blossoms every spring. During the rest of the tour, you will discover the half-timbered houses in Ladenburg and the cathedral city of Worms, among others.

  • Speyer Cathedral: The foundation stone of the world-famous imperial and Marian cathedral was laid around 1030. From the Palatinate War of Succession to the French Revolution, the monumental building survived many historical events and is today considered the largest preserved church of the Romanesque period.
  • Idyll along the the Rhine: Once winding and full of loops, the Rhine was gradually straightened to make it usable for shipping. In many places, nature has reclaimed the Old Rhine and presents itself in a particularly picturesque way. Due to the shallow depth, many water plants thrive here, which in turn has led to the settlement of numerous bird species.
  • The vibrant Heidelberg can be enjoyed on the banks of the Neckar. Tip: You can put your feet in the sand on the city beach. Canoe, motorboat or boat trip - the possibilities on the water are also numerous. The castle and the Philosophenweg are also part of any city tour of Heidelberg.
  • Small winegrowing villages along the Wine Route: Bad Dürkheim, Deidesheim & Co. combine tradition and modernity as the home of Riesling. Enjoy an innovative organic wine in front of the typical half-timbered backdrop and let your trip pass in a relaxed way.

The 20 to 50 km long stages of the tour are all in all easy to cycle. The cycle paths are well developed and mostly flat, only the vineyards are naturally hilly.

Break in the vineyards
picturesque alley through a wine village
Break with an amazing view on vines

Itinerary at a glance

Stroll through the palace gardens in Schwetzingen, along the Neckar in Heidelberg and inspect the flora and fauna along the Altrhein. Five days on the bike and numerous impressions - toast to this with a Rhine Riesling at a break for dinner!

Neustadt an der Weinstraße is the unofficial “wine capital” of the Palatinate region. Explore the surroundings with picturesque vineyards, historic alleyways, cosy wine taverns, and wonderful views of the Palatinate Forest. A popular photo spot is the Elwetritsche Fountain, which commemorates the legendary mythical creature of Palatine folklore.

Hotel (example):

Cat. A: Hotel Palatina
Cat. B: Hotel Panorama

Today, you will cycle on pleasant ways from the vineyards, through the Rhine valley, to the cathedral city of Speyer with its medieval city centre. Then, you will follow the river Rhine to Germersheim, where you can visit a fortress from the 19th century.

Hotel (example):

Cat. A and B: Hotel Germersheimer Hof

Enjoy the nature along the ancient Rhine channels and follow them until you reach Schwetzingen, where you can marvel at the royal palace and the beautiful park. The tour will continue through the Rhine valley to Heidelberg, home of Germany’s oldest university. Visit the famous castle and the unique old town directly on the river Neckar.

Hotel (example):

Cat. A: Hotel Qube
Cat. B: Intercity Hotel Heidelberg

Follow the river Neckar to Ladenburg. The many half-timbered houses create a unique atmosphere. You will cycle through vast forest areas in the Rhine valley to the ancient imperial city of Worms with its legendary cathedral.

Hotel (example):

Cat. A: Dom Hotel
Cat. B: Dormero Hotel

You will leave the Rhine valley and cycle on the German wine route into the second largest wine region in Germany. You will experience wine culture in small and large wine villages, get to know the history and stories of the times of the Romans until today and taste very good Pfalz wine.

Hotel (example):

Cat. A: Mercure Hotel Bad Dürkheim
Cat. B: ACHAT Hotel Bad Dürkheim

Today, you will have much time to enjoy yourself in the beautiful wine villages with their unique atmosphere. You will visit Deidesheim and cycle via the region called “Balcony of the Pfalz” to Neustadt.

Hotel (example):

Cat. A: Hotel Palatina
Cat. B: Hotel Panorama

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Difficulty level

Medium

You will cycle mainly on flat terrain. Only in the vineyards between Worms and Bad Dürkheim, there are some slight climbs.

Prices & Dates

Prices per person in EUR

Our rental bikes

Eurobike unisex rental bike with 21/24 gears
Unisex bike 21/24-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality unisex touring bike with comfortable low entry

Body size approx. 148 cm - 190 cm

43 cm |
46 cm |
51 cm |
56 cm
Eurobike Men's Rental Bike with 21 gears
Men's bike 21-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

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

Body size approx. 165 cm - 205 cm 

56-51 "sloping" cm |
60 cm |
64 cm
Eurobike Rental Bike PLUS
Rental Bike PLUS 20/27-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

Sportier, lighter and more precise premium rental bike with diamond frame

Body size approx. 155 cm - 205 cm

46 cm |
50 cm |
51 cm |
55 cm |
60 cm |
63 cm
Eurobike e-bike rental from KTM
Unisex Electric Bike 5/8-speed
Hub gears with freewheel

High-quality unisex electric bike with comfortable low entry

Body size approx. 148 cm - 195 cm

46 cm "xs" |
46 cm |
51 cm |
56 cm

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation in category A in 3***- and 4****-hotels and in category B in 3***-hotels and inns at 3***-level
  • Breakfast
  • Welcome briefing 
  • Luggage transfer
  • Digital travel documents incl. navigation app, GPS-data, route book
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Printed route book, per room EUR 20
  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Arrival by train to Neustadt an der Weinstraße (www.bahn.de)
  • Frankfurt/Main airport and by train to Neustadt, duration approx. 1 hour (www.bahn.de)
  • Parking: hotel parking garage, costs approx. EUR 10 per day, free public parking spaces

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price!
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation in category A in 3***- and 4****-hotels and in category B in 3***-hotels and inns at 3***-level
  • Breakfast
  • Welcome briefing 
  • Luggage transfer
  • Digital travel documents incl. navigation app, GPS-data, route book
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Printed route book, per person EUR 20
  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Arrival by train to Neustadt an der Weinstraße (www.bahn.de)
  • Frankfurt/Main airport and by train to Neustadt, duration approx. 1.5 hours (www.bahn.de)
  • Parking: hotel parking garage, costs approx. EUR 10 to EUR 20 per day, free public parking spaces

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price!
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!

Travel stories for this tour

Personally on site for you

Cobblestone alley in Neustadt, Pfalz, lined with half-timbered houses decorated with flowers and grapevines under a blue sky.
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Nestled in the southwest of Germany, the Palatinate charms travelers with abundant sunshine, a captivating blend of historic towns shaped by winemaking, and the region’s signature warmth and hospitality. We’ve handpicked five special places that are sure to inspire your next cycling vacation in the Palatinate.  
Two cyclists in front of green grapevines
Team on Tour
Travel Story: Cycling holiday in the beautiful Palatinate region
In autumn 2022, the time has finally come: I get to start my first "Employees on Tour" trip in the Palatinate! I have decided on the Speyer - Heidelberg - Worms cycle tour from Neustadt an der Weinstraße. So my boyfriend Bernhard and I pack our bags at the beginning of October and set off for Neustadt. Autumn is the perfect time to explore the Palatinate wine region, and we are also lucky with the weather. So nothing stands in the way of our adventure. We can't wait to get on our bikes!
Julia Bann

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Sustainably on the go

Our contribution to climate protection

  • Active vacations are among the most environmentally friendly and healthiest ways to travel. Traveling on two wheels means moving in a climate-conscious way while conserving resources.

  • Our carefully selected accommodations, like us, are committed to lived sustainability. They are deeply rooted in their regions, work with local suppliers, provide attractive employment opportunities for local residents, and thereby strengthen local value creation.

  • With the Eurobike On Tour app, we offer a digital version of our travel documents, allowing you to navigate confidently while on the road. By moving to digital formats, we help conserve valuable natural resources.

  • Eurobike has been certified as a sustainable tour operator with the internationally recognized Travelife certification. To achieve this, more than 261 requirements were carefully met.

  • Even though hiking vacations are among the most climate-friendly forms of travel, they still generate CO₂ emissions. These are carefully measured using the “Carmacal” calculator. Through our commitment to selected climate protection projects, we aim to give something back to the environment.

    181 kg
    CO₂-Emissions are offset

    Accommodation (66%)

    Meals (15%)

    Transport (18%)

    181 kg
    CO₂-Emissions are offset

    Accommodation (66%)

    Meals (15%)

    Transport (18%)

    181 kg
    CO₂-Emissions are offset

    Accommodation (66%)

    Meals (15%)

    Transport (18%)

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