Bike tour around Kiel

Your bike tour begins in Kiel, the capital of Schleswig-Holstein. Founded in the 13th century, the city developed into Germany's northernmost major city in the following centuries. After checking in at your hotel, grab your bike and explore the city centre as well as the promenade along the Kiel Fjord with its many small and large ships. Or how about a visit to Falckenstein beach on the western shore of the fjord? It is the longest bathing beach in the city. As you can see, it's worth arriving early!

Today you will get to know the Kiel Canal! Marvel at the railway bridge in your stage destination Rendsburg. It spans the Kiel Canal and is one of the longest railway bridges in Germany. At the foot of the bridge is the Rendsburg ship welcoming station. Passing ships are greeted by the dipping of the respective country's flag and the playing of the national anthem. Only a stone's throw away is the historic old town of Rendsburg. Along the blue line, a path marked with a blue line, you will get to know all the sights of the city.

Your bike tour takes you to the river Schlei today. First you pass Lake Wittensee in the middle of the Hüttener Berge Nature Park. With Eckernförde you reach the Baltic Sea. The harbour town is known for its kilometre-long sandy beach and has an old town peppered with narrow alleys and small fishermen's cottages. Before you reach Schleswig, it is worth visiting the Haithabu Viking Museum. It shows how people lived in the Viking Age. Back on your bike, you head for your destination of the day, Schleswig. St. Peter's Cathedral, visible from afar, is the town's landmark. From its viewing platform you have a wonderful view of the town and the Schlei.

On your bike tour around Kiel, you will first cycle to Arnis, Germany's smallest town. The small town is idyllically situated on a peninsula. Visit the 17th-century mariner's church with its votive ships and take a walk to the pretty little harbour. Kappeln is your destination for the day. The bascule bridge over the Schlei, the museum harbour and the Dutchman's Mill Amanda, the highest windmill in Schleswig-Holstein at 32 metres, are particularly worth seeing. Get to know the Schlei on an excursion to its mouth into the Baltic Sea and treat yourself to a delicious fish sandwich at the harbour on your return.

Today your bike tour around Kiel takes you to the small fishing village of Maasholm. Not far from the mouth of the River Schlei, Maasholm was originally an island. Today the village is connected to the mainland. Take a boat trip to Lotsen Island, a peninsula whose southern end is marked by a lighthouse painted green and white. Treat yourself to a longer break before returning to Kappeln via Maasholm.

After crossing the Schlei, the Baltic Sea Cycle Route takes you across the Schwansen peninsula. Not far from the Baltic Sea coast, you cycle leisurely through the landscape characterised by manor houses, castles, small avenues and unspoilt nature. On the way, there are always opportunities to take a detour to the numerous natural beaches and enjoy the sound of the Baltic Sea and the sand beneath your feet. Or how about letting your gaze wander over the sea from one or the other of the cliffs? Spend a relaxing evening at the harbour in your stage destination Eckernförde and treat yourself to delicious fish dishes in one of the restaurants.

With a view of Eckernförde Bay, you start today on the last stage of your bike tour around Kiel. With the Baltic Sea almost always within reach, you follow the coastline of the Danish Wohld peninsula.On the way, you have the opportunity to discover one or the other beach and plunge into the waters of the Baltic Sea once again. Before you reach Kiel, it is worth making a detour to the Bülker lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse on the Kiel Fjord. From the tower's viewing platform you have a wonderful view over the Baltic Sea and the surrounding area. In Kiel, you can round off your bike tour along the Schlei with another walk along the harbour promenade.

After breakfast, your bike tour around Kiel along the Schlei already ends. We are happy to extend your stay in Kiel  with an extra night.