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Yellow Orangerie palace in Kassel framed by symmetrical rows of green trees along a reflective canal under a blue sky with white clouds.

Werra & Fulda

Where half-timber is more than architecture

6 Days / 5 Nights
Medium
Yellow Orangerie palace in Kassel framed by symmetrical rows of green trees along a reflective canal under a blue sky with white clouds.

The essentials at a glance

Cycle tour through Hesse along the Fulda and Werra rivers. Visit historic half-timbered towns including Hann. Münden with over 700 half-timbered houses, Kassel with Hercules statue and museums, Melsungen with Landgrave's Castle, Rotenburg, Eschwege, and Witzenhausen. Medium difficulty with mostly traffic-free paths, 200m altitude difference between Bebra and Sontra. Daily distances 30-40 km. Accommodation in 3-star hotels with breakfast, luggage transfer included.

The nature seems untouched and wild here. Impressive castles, the low mountain range and beautiful valleys are awaiting you. Timbered houses are inviting you in stylish atmosphere and old cities as for example 1000-year-old Eschwege are telling stories of former history. Others bring fairy tales to life and give art plenty of space, such as the Documenta city of Kassel. And everywhere you go, you can sense that this region tells a story—quietly, charmingly, and full of character. A round trip that is still considered a real insider tip—for anyone looking for something authentic and special.

Aerial view of Hann. Münden old town with red-tiled roofs, church spires, and a river flowing through green landscape.
Two cyclists on a paved path crossing green and yellow meadows in the Weserbergland region, with forested hills in the background.
View across a calm pond reflecting a white pavilion with turquoise dome surrounded by lush green trees under blue sky in Kassel.
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Your six-day cycling tour starts and concludes in Hann. Münden, where the Werra and Fulda rivers converge to form the Weser. This picturesque old town is renowned for its over 700 half-timbered houses. Your journey begins with a ride along the Fulda River to Kassel, a city where art and culture intersect. From there, you'll effortlessly continue to Melsungen, a town that greets you with its charming town center.

The route leads you through lush forests and alongside wild, enchanting rivers to Rotenburg ob der Fulda. As you head towards Eschwege, the scenic low mountain range unfolds before you. The final stretch follows the Werra River, where the charming town of Witzenhausen casts a fairytale ambiance, even beyond the cherry blossom season. Returning to Hann. Münden, you'll once again savor the harmonious blend of nature and architecture.

  • The enchanting Hann. Münden features a beautifully preserved old town, showcasing historic half-timbered houses. At the Weserstein, where the Werra and Fulda rivers meet, you can pause and take in the historic surroundings. Don’t miss the whimsical Dr. Eisenbart monument, which adds a touch of intrigue to your visit.
  • Discover the cultural treasures of Kassel: Off the beaten path in Kassel, a visit to the "Blaue Stunde" cinema is highly recommended. Art enthusiasts should explore the "Neue Galerie," a contemporary art gallery with rotating exhibitions. Nature lovers will find a tranquil oasis of diversity at the Botanical Garden. A stroll through the "Königsplatz" neighborhood leads to charming independent shops and cafés.
  • The picturesque Rotenburg an der Fulda: Distinguished by its well-preserved medieval character, featuring half-timbered houses, narrow streets, and historic buildings, notable attractions in Rotenburg an der Fulda include the castle, St. Vitus Church, the half-timbered town hall, and the Palais Weißenstein.

Did you know? The Fulda River originates in the Rhön Mountains, while the Werra begins in the Thuringian Forest. Together, they merge to form the Weser, which flows northwest through Germany. Each day’s cycling tour takes you along well-maintained paths, with a maximum distance of 65 kilometers. Thanks to the comprehensive travel documents provided, navigating the route is easy, allowing you to fully enjoy the stunning region.

Discover the heart of Germany on our cycling tours through Central Germany. From Dresden to Cologne and Koblenz, you'll experience vibrant cities and stunning landscapes along a network of scenic cycle paths.

Aerial view of Hann. Münden old town with red-tiled roofs, church spires, and a river flowing through green landscape.
Two cyclists on a paved path crossing green and yellow meadows in the Weserbergland region, with forested hills in the background.
View across a calm pond reflecting a white pavilion with turquoise dome surrounded by lush green trees under blue sky in Kassel.

Itinerary at a glance

Wildly romantic river valleys meet historic towns with beautiful half-timbered houses. In Melsungen, picturesque alleys and the imposing Landgrave's Castle await you, in Kassel the Hercules statue and numerous museums.

Small, contemplative and somehow cosy – that’s Hann. Münden! Make a stroll and inspect some of the 700 half-timbered houses from six centuries and classy buildings of the Weser Renaissance!

You start your bike week with a tour from Hann. Münden along the river Fulda to Kassel. This city is definitely a highlight! Extraordinary museums, the parks Karlsaue and Wilhelmshöhe with impressive palace and statue of Hercules are making your day!

Enjoy your holiday during a relaxing bike tour along the river Fulda to Melsungen. This city and the half-timbered houses are over 1000 years old! Stroll through the alleys; visit the palace, the church, the market square and the medieval towers.

Today you follow the river to Rotenburg a. d. Fulda which is in the northern part of Hessen. Experience 750 years of history!

You continue your tour through charming low mountain range between the rivers Fulda and Werra to Eschwege. Some of the half-timbered houses are leaning a little bit. Look after the small details – the inhabitants have decorated their houses lovely.

An easy tour will bring you along the river Werra to the city of Witzenhausen. The landscape around the city looks magical in the cherry blossom! Maybe it was the home of Snow White, as the Brothers Grimm found her? Again you cycle along the river Werra until you reach Hann. Münden again. Afterwards departure or you extend your stay in Hann. Münden!

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Aerial view of Hann. Münden showing rivers flowing through green landscape with red-roofed town and forested hills under cloudy sky.
Two cyclists with loaded touring bikes pause on a riverside path along the Werra-Fulda route, surrounded by green vegetation and forested hills.
Old stone arch bridge crossing a river in Hann. Münden with historic buildings and half-timbered houses along the waterfront under a blue sky.
Two cyclists walking their bikes through Melsungen's cobblestone square, surrounded by traditional half-timbered houses and a café terrace.
Directional cycling signs showing routes to Melsungen, Bergshausen, KS-Innenstadt, Hann. Münden and Ihringshausen by a river in Weserbergland.
Two cyclists riding on a curved paved road through lush green forest. Dense trees line both sides of the path with grass verges.

Difficulty level

Medium

You cycle on roads with low traffic or asphalted bike paths and side roads. There is an altitude difference of 200 m (possibility to go by train, not included) between Rothenburg and Eschwege, otherwise there are just little altitude differences.

Prices & Dates

Prices per person in EUR

Our Rental Bikes

The different types of rental bikes at a glance

Unisex Rental Bike - Symbol photo
Unisex bike

High-quality unisex touring bike with comfortable low entry

Available gear options can be found in the price table

Men's Rental Bike - Symbol photo
Men's bike

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

Available gear options can be found in the price table

Renatl bike PLUS - Symbol photo
Rental Bike PLUS

Sportier, lighter and more precise premium rental bike with men's or unisex frame

Available gear options can be found in the price table

 

E-Bike rental bike - Symbol photo
Unisex Electro bike

High-quality unisex electric bike with comfortable low entry

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

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

Optional

  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Hann.Münden train station
  • Hannover airport
  • Hotel parking spaces, costs approx. EUR 7 per day, hotel parking garage, costs approc. EUR 17 per day

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!
  • This tour is a partner tour.

Join us in achieving greater sustainability by choosing our digital route book, rather than the printed version. As a small thank you we will give you a discount of EUR 20 per room.

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation in 3***-hotels and guesthouses
  • Breakfast
  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • Luggage transfer
  • Digital travel documents incl. navigation app, GPS-data, route book
  • Service hotline

Optional

  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Hann.Münden train station
  • Hannover airport
  • Hotel parking spaces, costs approx. EUR 7 per day, hotel parking garage, costs approc. EUR 17 per day

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!
  • This tour is a partner tour.

 

Detail Info

  • Special dates possible for groups of 4 or more people

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