2023
Bike Tour through the Baltic Sea Hinterland

Bike Tour through the Baltic Sea Hinterland

The coast, Hanseatic cities and the Old Salt Route

Lübeck – Wismar – Schwerin – Lübeck

  • Radweg-Reisen Tour
  • Seaside resort Boltenhagen, Schwerin castle, Island town of Ratzeburg
  • Included: boat trip on the Lake Schwerin
  • Daily routes ●●○○○
  • Altitude profile ●●○○○
  • Insider tip!

days
8

km / day avg.
50

This bike tour through the Baltic Sea Hinterland is filled with variety and leads you from Lübeck on the Baltic Sea Cycle Route towards Wismar. Both Hanseatic cities are world famous and their historic buildings are protected as UNESCO World Heritage sites. You cycle through the surrounding lake-filled hinterland, where the castle of Schwerin awaits your visit. You can look forward to a boat trip across Lake Schwerin and the attractive landscape of the Lauenburg Lake District. From here, you will follow along the former Salt Path, the Old Salt Route, passing through the towns of Ratzeburg and Mölln towards the Baltic Sea. Along this cycling tour you will not only be able to enjoy the Baltic Sea air but will also have the opportunity to learn about the impressive history of the Old Salt Route.

Itinerary

  • Booking code
    OS-HLSN7
  • Start / Destination
    Lübeck / Travemünde
  • Duration
    8 days / 7 nights
  • Length
    approx. 240 – 280 km
    Daily routes ●●○○○
    between 30 and 65 km, Ø 50 km
    Altitude profile ●●○○○
Baltic Sea Coast & Old Salt Route

Day 1: Individual arrival in Lübeck / Travemünde

The old magnificent Hanseatic town was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987 and simply radiates charm. Most people associate Lübeck with the Holsten Gate, marzipan and Thomas Mann. But there is much more to see: the crooked brick houses, alleyways and courtyards, the town hall. And the fish rolls on the banks of the Trave at sunset taste particularly good.

Holstentor Lübeck

The Holstentor in Lübeck

Day 2: Lübeck – Boltenhagen, approx. 45 km + ferry trip (not incl.)

This section leads through the spa town of Travemünde and continues along the Baltic Sea Cycle Route. Cycling through the Brooker Wald nature reserve, you soon reach Boltenhagen. The second oldest seaside resort of Mecklenburg attracts not only tourists ‒ world sailing championships are held here too. Enjoy the charming inland area around the small town of Klütz.

Beach Boltenhagen

The beach in Boltenhagen

Day 3: Boltenhagen – Wismar, approx. 30 km

Mostly following the banks, you cycle to Wismar today, a time-honoured Hanseatic town. In the old quarter you will still find many brick buildings in the old Gothic style. By boat you can cross over to the island of Poel. It’s worth the short trip, as not only do beautiful long sandy beaches await you, but the historic city walls dating back to the Thirty Years’ War contribute to the island’s charm.

Gewölbe Wismar

Half-timbered house "Gewölbe" in Wismar

Day 4: Wismar – Schwerin, approx. 50 km

You follow along the Wallenstein Trench today away from the Baltic Sea coast towards Lake Schwerin. White tailed eagles and osprey nest along the banks and sea otters feel at home here. You pass by the village of Mecklenburg, which gave the federal state its name and which is known for its Dutch style windmills. You then continue onwards near the shore towards the state capital of Schwerin.

Schwerin castle

Schwerin castle

Day 5: Excursion Lake Schwerin, approx. 45 km + boat trip

The entire day is free today for you to take the time to discover Schwerin and the surrounding area. In the middle of the town centre, surrounded on all sides by water, is the magnificent Schwerin Castle. Stroll across the Old Town Market and take a look at the Cathedral. You also have the option of undertaking a cycling tour through the Schwerin Lake District. Of course, you should not miss out on a boat trip on the lake.

Cyclists

Cyclists

Day 6: Schwerin – Ratzeburg, approx. 65 km or approx. 40 km + boat trip

You start cycling though a portion of the Schwerin Lake District before reaching the Schallsee Lake District. From here it is not far until you reach Schleswig-Holstein and the nature reserve of the Lauenburg Lakes. Forests and water are the defining elements at play here. The island town of Ratzeburg, which is dominated by an impressive redbrick cathedral, is located in the middle of Lake Ratzeburg and in the Nature Park. Alternatively, take the train from Schwerin to Büchen (not included) and cycle from here along the Elbe-Lübeck Canal on the Alte Salzstraße cycle path via the Eulenspiegel town of Mölln to Ratzeburg. In the middle of Lake Ratzeburg lies the island town with its impressive brick cathedral.

Cyclists

Cyclists

Day 7: Ratzeburg – Lübeck, approx. 30 / 45 km

Along the last cycling route of your holiday back to Lübeck you take the first stop of the day in the town of Till Eulenspiegel; Mölln. The tranquil town is worth a visit and not only for the Eulenspiegel Museum. The old salt route runs through the town, upon which the Lübeck merchants in medieval times transported the white gold from Lüneburg to the coast. You then follow the old salt route back into the hanseatic town. Or you can take a shorter route along the eastern shore of the Great Ratzeburg Lake and the course of the river Wakenitz, which is still very much in its original state, into the centre of Lübeck.

Lübeck

Lübeck

Day 8: Individual departure or extension of stay

After breakfast your bike tour through the Baltic Sea hinterland and the Old Salt Route comes to an end. If you do not wish to leave Northern Germany just yet, we would be more than happy to extend your stay in Lübeck.

Passat

Passat

Dates / prices / services

Season times and prices 2023

Arrival daily from 30.04.2023 to 07.10.2023

Bookable dates are shown in the booking form. The season is dictated by the arrival date.

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Season A
30.04. - 10.05.
24.09. - 07.10.
from849 €
Season B
11.05. - 16.05.
11.06. - 30.06.
10.09. - 23.09.
from949 €
Season C
17.05. - 26.05.
01.06. - 10.06.
20.08. - 09.09.
from1049 €
Season D
27.05. - 31.05.
01.07. - 19.08.
from1149 €

All prices per person in a double room.

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Services

  • 7 nights incl. breakfast, national 3* / 4*-level
  • Luggage transport from hotel to hotel, no limit on the number of pieces, max. 20 kg / piece
  • Cycle route description with maps (1 x per room)
  • Boat trip at Lake Schwerin
  • Service-Hotline (7 days, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.)
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Not included:

  • City or visitor's tax (if payable)
  • Ferry trip Travemünde – Priwall approx. 2,50€ per person, incl. bike
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Child reduction on basic price

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From 0 to 5 years

-100%

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From 6 to 11 years

-50%

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From 12 to 17 years

-25%

Applies for accommodation in rooms with 2 full-paying guests.

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Additional Services

Additional bookable services

Additional fee single room

299 €

All prices are per person

Additional nights

Room
Breakfast
Price
Lübeck / Travemünde
 DBL

99 €

 SGL

149 €

Ratzeburg
 DBL

79 €

 SGL

129 €

Schwerin
 DBL

95 €

 SGL

135 €

other places
 DBL

69 €

 SGL

109 €

All prices are per person

Rental Bikes

Rental Bikes

Rental Bike
Rental Bike
99 €
E-Bike
E-Bike
239 €
Children's and Teenager's bike
Children's and Teenager's bike
49 €

Types of rental bikes

  • 8-gear unisex bike, hub gears with back-pedal brakes (men’s bikes from 1.80 m)
  • 27-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel (men’s bikes from 1.80 m)
  • Electric bike / Pedelec with freewheel (minimum age 16 years)
  • Teenager's bike (26 inch)
Fittings

Pannier, handlebar bag, milometer, bike lock, pump, repair kit

Here you find further information and pictures of our rental bikes.

Radweg Reisen 8-gear unisex
8-gear unisex bike, hub gears with back-pedal brakes
Radweg-Reisen 8-gear men's bike
8-gear men's bike, hub gears with back-pedal brakes
Radweg-Reisen 27-gear unisex bike
27-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel
Radweg-Reisen 27-gear men's bike
27-gear men's bike, derailleur gears with freewheel
Radweg Reisen E-Bike
Unisex E-Bike, 8-speed hub gears and free-wheel
Radweg Reisen Teen's bike
Teen's bike
Rental Bike

8- / 27-gear Rental Bike

99 €

E-bike

239 €

Children's / Teenager's bike

49 €

Baby bike seat

free

Brief Information

  • Booking code
    OS-HLSN7
  • Start / Destination
    Lübeck / Travemünde
  • Duration
    8 days / 7 nights
  • Length
    approx. 240 – 280 km
    Daily routes ●●○○○
    between 30 and 65 km, Ø 50 km
    Altitude profile ●●○○○
  • Route condition
    Partly flat, partly hilly ground, mostly on quiet country roads, cycle paths, sometimes on sandy paths and cobbled roads.
  • Parking information
    Holstentor car park (390 parking spaces), open 24/7, cost: approx. 10 € / day.
    No reservation possible through Radweg-Reisen.
  • Tour operated by
    Radweg-Reisen
  • Mobility note
    This holiday is suitable to only a limited extent for people with restricted mobility.
    Please contact us if you have individual requirements.

days
8

km / day avg.
50