2024

Cycling Holiday in the Lüneburg Heath

Romantic cycling holiday from Schneverdingen

Day trips from Schneverdingen

  • Heath museum, Lünzen watermill, Soltau
  • Daily routes ●○○○○, altitude profile ●●○○○

days
6

Ø km per day
35

Up to the beginning of the 19th century, large expanses of North Germany were covered by heaths. Today, all that is left is Lüneburg Heath. Heathers cover the ground here all over the place. Amidst the heathland and heathers are pine forests, meadows and fields. And you're likely to catch a glimpse of the Heidschnucke sheep – which are local to this region. Pretty little towns and villages blend perfectly into the countryside. This unique landscape has inspired many poets and artists. You can explore this wonderful scenery on a variety of bike tours all around the heath town of Schneverdingen: Romantic bike tour on Lüneburg Heath!

Itinerary

  • Booking code
    NW-LUES5
  • Start / Destination
    Schneverdingen
  • Duration
    6 days / 5 nights
  • Length
    approx. 140 km
    Daily routes ●○○○○
    between 30 and 45 km, Ø 35 km
    Altitude profile ●●○○○
Cycling Holiday in the Lüneburg Heath

Day 1: Individual arrival in Schneverdingen

In case you have pre-booked a rental bike, it will be handed over today. Also you will receive some important informations for your cycle holiday. Schneverdingen is an ideal place to start exploring Lüneburg Heath. The town itself also has a lot to discover. At the end of August, when Lüneburg Heath turns into a sea of purple heather, is when the Heather Bloom Festival takes place.

The heather garden in Schneverdingen

The heather garden in Schneverdingen

Day 2: Trip to Wilseder hill, approx. 30 km

Today's destination is Wilsede, a small village on the heath with about 50 inhabitants. The village, in the middle of the heath, can only be reached by foot, bike or horse and cart. Visit the heath museum, which tells you more about life as a farmer in 1850. Finally cycle through woods and heathland to Niederhaverbeck and then return via Haverbeeke Valley.

Excursion to the Wilseder Berg

Excursion to the Wilseder Berg

Day 3: Trip to Lünzen watermill and Fintel, approx. 35 km

Passing Walter-Peters-Park you cycle into a village called Zahrensen. From here you continue through Veerse valley to Lünzen. Lünzen has a watermill that dates back to the 13th century. And it was in operation until the end of the 1970s. One of the original two water wheels has been renovated and can be admired! The return trip to Schneverdingen takes you through the villages of Haswede and Osterwede.

Heath near Schneverdingen

Heath near Schneverdingen

Day 4: Schneverdingen – Soltau (train), Soltau – Schneverdingen, approx. 45 km

In the morning the train takes you on a 15-minute trip to the town of Soltau. Worthy of a visit here are the various churches, the town hall and also a toy museum, which shows exhibits from over four centuries. On the way back to Schneverdingen, you encounter the historic site of Wieheholz. Through the southern Osterheide and the woods around Böhnheide, your route takes you back to your starting point.

The restaurant Schafstall in the Lüneburg Heath

The restaurant Schafstall in the Lüneburg Heath

Day 5: Trip through the countryside of Höpen, approx. 30 km

The Aueweg leads you through fields and meadows via the Fintau river to Wintermoor. This is where you'll find the Höpen nature reserve. You will see the entire range of vegetation typical for Lüneburg Heath. And grazing in the nooks and crannies of this expansive heathland and behind the juniper bushes are the Lüneburg Heidschnucke sheep. There are 130 different species in the show garden alone!

The moorland sheeps Heidschnucken

The moorland sheeps Heidschnucken

Day 6: Individual departure

After breakfast, your Cycling Holiday in Lüneburg Heath comes to an end it's time to depart.

Sunset in the Lüneburg Heath

Sunset in the Lüneburg Heath

Dates / Prices / Services

Season times and prices 2024

Arrival daily from 13.04.2024 to 06.10.2024

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

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Season A
13.04. - 28.04.

from519 €
Season B
29.04. - 24.05.
01.10. - 06.10.
from569 €
Season C
25.05. - 30.09.

from599 €

All prices per person in a double room

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Services

  • 5 nights incl. breakfast at the 4* Landhotel Schnuck
  • Dinner (1 x)
  • Train ride Schneverdingen – Soltau incl. bike
  • Discount on carriage ride through the heath, approx. 5 €
  • Travel documents with maps (1 x per room), only available in German
  • Service hotline (7 days, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.)
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Not included is the city or visitor's tax (if payable).

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For our younger cyclists

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From 0 to 5 years

-100%

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From 6 to 13 years

-50%

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From 14 to 17 years

-25%

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From 15 to 17 years

-10%

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

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Accommodation

Landhotel Schnuck is a perfect place to stay for people who want a more athletic holiday on Lüneburg Heath. The hotel has 128 tastefully decorated rooms. In the Findlinger restaurant, enjoy regional and international meals. If you're feeling sporty, try out the tennis courts or skittles alley. The sauna, steam bath and pool are perfect for some relaxation.

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Additional services

Additional bookable services

Additional fee single room

169 €

All prices are per person

Additional nights

Room
Breakfast
Price
Schneverdingen
 DBL

75 €

 SGL

115 €

All prices are per person

Rental bikes

Rental Bikes

Rental Bike
Rental Bike
89 €
30-Gear Rental Bike
30-Gear Rental Bike
169 €
E-Bike
E-Bike
199 €

Types of rental bikes

  • 7-gear unisex bike, hub gears with coaster brakes (men's bike from 1.85 m)
  • 21-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel (men's bike from 1.85 m)
  • E-bike / pedelec
Features

Pannier, handlebar bag, bike lock, air pump, puncture repair kit

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7- / 21-gear rental bike

89 €

30-gear rental bike

169 €

E-bike / pedelec

199 €

All prices are per person

Brief info

  • Booking code
    NW-LUES5
  • Start / Destination
    Schneverdingen
  • Duration
    6 days / 5 nights
  • Length
    approx. 140 km
    Daily routes ●○○○○
    between 30 and 45 km, Ø 35 km
    Altitude profile ●●○○○○
  • Trail conditions
    The route runs mostly on farm tracks, small roads and cycle paths, occasionally also on unpaved forest and sandy paths.
  • Parking information
    Free parking spaces are available at the Landhotel Schnuck.
    No reservation possible through Radweg-Reisen.
  • Tour operated by
    Local cooperation partner
  • Mobility note
    The trip is not suitable for people with limited mobility.
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Cycling Holiday in the Lüneburg Heath

days
6

Ø km per day
35