2025
Radtour durch das Mittelrheintal

The Rhine Cycle Path in Germany

Romantic Tour through the Rhine Valley

Mainz - Koblenz - Cologne

  • Cathedrals in Mainz and Cologne, Loreley, Deutsches Eck
  • Rhine Cycle Route Part 4
  • Daily routes ●●○○○, Altitude profile ●●○○○
  • Bestseller!

Days
7

Ø km per day
45

The 190 km between Mainz and Cologne is the classic section of the Rhine cycle path in Germany, which actually covers a total of 1230 km and takes you to the North Sea coast. Just why this section is so popular is easy to answer: the cathedrals in Mainz and Cologne, castles, monasteries, the countryside… while between these two cities, the Rhine flows through wonderful scenery. Places steeped in legend line the route: the Lorelei, the treasure of the Nibelung or the Katz and Maus castles. Intimate wine cellars, tasty local dishes and the friendly people here will all ensure that you enjoy yourself. All these cyclists have been quite right to be so enthusiastic about this section of the Rhine cycle path in Germany for so long!

Itinerary

  • Booking code
    SW-RHMK6
  • Duration
    7 days / 6 nights
  • Arrival days
    Daily
  • Travel documents Languages
    German, English
  • Parking information
    Parking garage at the main station in Mainz (unguarded, cannot be reserved). Costs approx. 55 € per week.
  • Return journey to Mainz
    Optionally by minibus (Thursdays and Saturdays only) including bike, duration approx. 2 hours, departure time approx. 11.00 a.m., must be specified when booking. Alternatively on your own by train, connections every hour, duration approx. 2.5 - 3.5 hours, 0 - 1 change of trains.
The Rhine Cycle Path in Germany

Day 1: Individual arrival in Mainz

For those who have enough time, the city of Mainz with its 2000 year history is definitely worth seeing! The Mogontiacum, the Roman Mainz was of great importance in ancient times. Discover contemporaries made of stone from different historical periods. Booked rental bikes will be available at the hotel.

View of the Mainz Cathedral

View of the Mainz Cathedral

Day 2: Mainz - Rüdesheim, approx. 35 km

The first stretch of the journey on the Rhine cycle path leisurely takes you through a wonderful landscape. A short detour to the wine, sparkling wine and rose town of Eltville and the abbey Ebersbach is worthwhile. The town awaits you with its colourful framework houses and romantic rose gardens. The abbey Eberbach is one of the most important cultural monuments in Germany.

Ehrenfels Castle

Ehrenfels Castle near Rüdesheim

Day 3: Rüdesheim - St. Goar, approx. 35 km

Steeped in legend, romantic, uniquely beautiful - these are how fascinated visitors described our next destination. A slate rock which soars nearly vertically into the sky, 132 m above the Rhine - this is the lexicon description. You may have realised this is an absolute highlight of our tour: the Loreley. The Rhine daughter has pulled boatmen into its spell for eternity.

Katz Castle in St. Goarshausen

Katz Castle in St. Goarshausen

Day 4: St. Goar - Koblenz, approx. 35 km

Powerful castles line the way even today. Marksburg Castle and Stolzenfels Castle above Koblenz are particularly worth seeing. Explore the history of the city, which is over 2000 years old. Its rich cultural heritage in incredibly beautiful surroundings is inspiring. The famous German Corner got its name from the settlement of the Teutonic Order at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle.

Stolzenfels Castle in Koblenz

Stolzenfels Castle in Koblenz

Day 5: Koblenz - Bad Godesberg, approx. 60 km

Once again our journey takes us through romantic vineyards and inviting little villages up to Bad Godesberg. This suburb of Bonn was the diplomats residence up until the German capital was moved to Berlin. It seems obvious to shorten the long stretch with an interesting boat journey on the Rhine. This leaves more time to let the evening come to a cosy end in one of the welcoming wine villages.

Deutsches Eck (german corner) in Koblenz

Deutsches Eck (german corner) in Koblenz

Day 6: Bad Godesberg - Cologne, approx. 45 km

Quickly you reach Bonn, which you should definitely visit. Then you reach the last highlight of the tour. Cologne entices visitors with the famous Cathedral, one of the most visited sights in Germany. Rhine Park, botanical garden, chocolate museum – the list of attractions worth seeing is long. And in the evening you can have a fresh Koelsch in the city centre.

St. Martin Church

The St. Martin Church in Cologne

Day 7: Individual departure

After breakfast your bike tour at the Rhine Cycle Path in Germany ends. Individual return journey to Mainz or home. We are also happy to extend your vacation in Cologne.

Sunset with view of Cologne Cathedral

Sunset with view of Cologne Cathedral

Dates / Prices / Services

Season times and Prices 2025

Arrival daily from 16.04.2025 to 12.10.2025Early booking discount: -20 €

Bookable dates are displayed in the booking form. The day of arrival determines the season time.

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Season A
16.04. - 22.04.
08.10. - 12.10.
from769 €
Season B
23.04. - 20.05.
24.09. - 07.10.
from869 €
Season C
21.05. - 23.09.

from899 €

All prices per person in a double room

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  • 6 nights incl. breakfast, national 3* / 4* level
  • Luggage transport from hotel to hotel to Cologne, no limit on the number of pieces, max. 20 kg / piece
  • Travel documents with maps (1 x per room)
  • Service hotline (7 days, 8 a.m. –  8 p.m.)
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Not included:

  • City or visitor's tax (if payable)
  • Ferry ride Rüdesheim - Bingen, approx. 3 € per person incl. bike
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Children discounts

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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

259 €

Return transfer incl. bike, Cologne - Mainz (Thu, Sat)

135 €

Rücktransfer exkl. Rad, Cologne – Mainz (Do, Sa)

95 €

All prices are per person

Additional nights

Room
Breakfast
Price
Cologne
 DBL

79 €

 SGL

129 €

Mainz
 DBL

79 €

 SGL

119 €

All prices are per person

Rental bikes

Rental Bikes

Rental Bike
Rental Bike
99 €
E-Bike
E-Bike
269 €

Types of rental bikes

  • 7-speed ladies / men's bike hub gears with coaster brake
  • 27-speed ladies / men's bike derailleur gears with freewheel
  • E-bike / Pedelec
Equipment

Pannier, bike lock, air pump, breakdown kit
on request: odometer, card holder (to be specified when booking)

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7- / 27-Gang Mietrad

99 €

E-bike / Pedelec

269 €

All prices are per person

Brief info

  • Start / Destination
    Mainz / Cologne
  • Length
    approx. 210 km
    Daily routes ●●●○○
    between 35 and 60 km, Ø 45 km
    Altitude profile ●●○○
  • Tour operated by
    Local cooperation partner
  • Mobility notice
    The trip is not suitable for persons with reduced mobility.

Days
7

Ø km per day
45