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Cycling Thread

Cycling Thread - the best cycling inspirations

Cycling Thread is a website dedicated to cycling tourism, showcasing Europe's most scenic and cyclist-friendly routes. It combines firsthand experience with in-depth research to offer inspiring stories, practical tips and detailed insights into cycling infrastructure across regions.

From long-distance journeys along river valleys to relaxed weekend loops through lake districts, it helps travelers plan their rides with confidence. Cycling Thread also highlights train-bike connections, cyclist-friendly services and lesser-known destinations worth discovering on two wheels.

It's a trusted source for anyone seeking meaningful, well-organized and nature-connected cycling adventures.

The best cycle routes in Europe

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Long Distance Cycling · Brandenburg
Cycling the Oder-Spree-Tour. Exploring Brandenburg
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Long Distance Cycling · Zachodniopomorskie
Velo Baltica in West Pomerania. EuroVelo 10 in Poland
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Long Distance Cycling · Zachodniopomorskie
Szczecin Lagoon Cycle Route in West Pomerania
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Long Distance Cycling · Niederlausitz
Cycling Lusatian Lakeland. Lower Lusatia Mining Route
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Long Distance Cycling · Małopolskie
Cycling Poland: Vistula Cycling Route in Malopolska

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recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 301.3 km
Duration 21:40 h
Ascent 3,029 m
Descent 3,071 m

The Around the Luberon cycle route showcases one of the most attractive regions of Provence, leading through vineyards, orchards and a collection ...

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from Simon Thread,   Cycling Thread
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 301.7 km
Duration 20:35 h
Ascent 1,134 m
Descent 1,079 m

The Castle Route (Herregårdsruten) is a scenic cycling route across the Danish island of Funen and the neighbouring islands of Ærø, Langeland and ...

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from Simon Thread,   Cycling Thread
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 268.6 km
Duration 19:35 h
Ascent 2,938 m
Descent 4,487 m

Located between the well-known Tyrol and the elegance of Switzerland, Vorarlberg is still a bit of a hidden gem - perfect for a few days of active ...

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from Simon Thread,   Cycling Thread
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Germany is one of Europe's best destinations for cycle touring. Here you will find famous routes following major rivers such as the Elbe and the Main, scenic rides along the Baltic Sea coast and ...

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recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 250.4 km
Duration 11:25 h
Ascent 200 m
Descent 244 m

Tour Brandenburg is the longest signposted regional cycling route in Germany, stretching for an impressive 1,111 kilometres. The section from ...

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from Simon Thread,   Cycling Thread
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 252.1 km
Duration 17:05 h
Ascent 401 m
Descent 1,027 m

The Ruhr Valley Cycle Route (RuhrtalRadweg) follows the Ruhr for around 240 kilometres from its source near Winterberg to the Rhine in Duisburg.

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from Simon Thread,   Cycling Thread
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 298.2 km
Duration 20:05 h
Ascent 474 m
Descent 592 m

The Kempen Route is a 215-kilometre long-distance cycle route across northern Flanders, running from Maasmechelen through Limburg and the historic ...

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recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 227.7 km
Duration 16:10 h
Ascent 846 m
Descent 1,530 m

Since the beginning of the VeloMałopolska project, the routes in Lesser Poland have been closely monitored and documented, starting with the ...

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recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 333.1 km
Duration 22:30 h
Ascent 340 m
Descent 326 m

The Waterline Route is one of the most interesting long-distance cycling routes in the Netherlands, leading through canals, rivers, flood ...

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recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 370.3 km
Duration 25:15 h
Ascent 701 m
Descent 805 m

Our experience of cycling the Loire à Vélo - the famed bike route in the Loire Valley in France - was quite different from what we had imagined.

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from Simon Thread,   Cycling Thread
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 288.2 km
Duration 20:10 h
Ascent 1,045 m
Descent 1,815 m

The Drava Cycle Route (Drauradweg in German) is often ranked among the best cycling routes in Austria. Covering around 510 kilometers in total, it ...

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recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 463.5 km
Duration 33:00 h
Ascent 2,257 m
Descent 2,648 m

One of the top-ranked beauties and popular cycle routes in Europe is the Alpe-Adria bike route. Austrians call it the Alpe-Adria Radweg, while ...

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from Simon Thread,   Cycling Thread
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 439 km
Duration 30:55 h
Ascent 2,609 m
Descent 2,609 m

The Carinthian Lake Loop runs mostly on safe, comfortable cycle paths, often separated from cars. In some places, it follows public roads with ...

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Switzerland is home to some of Europe’s most stunning cycling routes, from alpine passes and crystal-clear lakes to peaceful river valleys and rolling hills. The Rhine Route, Lakes Route, Aare Route, ...

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Europe offers an extraordinary variety of cycling routes, from alpine mountain passes and river valleys to dramatic coastlines and peaceful rural landscapes. Every country has its own character, ...

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recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 171.1 km
Duration 11:30 h
Ascent 280 m
Descent 295 m

The Berlin Wall, built in 1961 to divide West Berlin from the German Democratic Republic, remains one of Europe's most significant historical sites.

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from Simon Thread,   Cycling Thread
Long Distance Cycling · Małopolskie
Cycling Poland: Vistula Cycling Route in Malopolska
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 124.1 km
Duration 8:25 h
Ascent 268 m
Descent 288 m

The Vistula Cycling Route is the first cycle route constructed as part of the Velo Małopolska project, aimed at developing modern cycling routes.

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Long Distance Cycling · Switzerland
Rhine Cycle Route. Cycling EuroVelo 15 in Switzerland
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 466.8 km
Duration 32:20 h
Ascent 2,234 m
Descent 3,378 m

Seven days - that's all the time we needed to cycle the route along the Rhine in Switzerland - the most stunning bike path in Europe we've ...

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from Simon Thread,   Cycling Thread
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 312.8 km
Duration 21:10 h
Ascent 272 m
Descent 349 m

Running for about 1200 kilometers, the Elbe Cycle Route follows the course of the Elbe River from its source in the Czech Krkonoše Mountains to its ...

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recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 344.6 km
Duration 23:10 h
Ascent 261 m
Descent 239 m

To the kingdom of bicycles - the Netherlands - we arrived at the final stage of our European journeys with Interrail tickets. However, we did not ...

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Long Distance Cycling · Zachodniopomorskie
Velo Baltica in West Pomerania. EuroVelo 10 in Poland
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 235.2 km
Duration 16:00 h
Ascent 474 m
Descent 463 m

EuroVelo 10, the international cycling route circling the Baltic Sea, is the most renowned bike route in Poland. West Pomerania is one of two ...

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from Simon Thread,   Cycling Thread
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 331.5 km
Duration 79:55 h
Ascent 847 m
Descent 851 m

What's the deal with the famous bicycle culture in Copenhagen? Is cycling tourism in Denmark treated with the same exceptional regard as biking ...

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Long Distance Cycling · Latvia
EuroVelo 10 in Western Latvia. Cycling Kurzeme
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 392.1 km
Duration 26:30 h
Ascent 668 m
Descent 700 m

EuroVelo 10, the European cycling route that circles the Baltic Sea, is an ideal foundation for planning a trip through western Latvia.

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Long Distance Cycling · Zachodniopomorskie
Szczecin Lagoon Cycle Route in West Pomerania
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 311.1 km
Duration 20:50 h
Ascent 341 m
Descent 343 m

The full cycling loop around Szczecin Lagoon and Lake Dąbie officially spans 296 kilometers. Out of this, around 200 kilometers are located in West ...

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Long Distance Cycling · Brandenburg
Cycling the Oder-Spree-Tour. Exploring Brandenburg
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 277.9 km
Duration 18:45 h
Ascent 548 m
Descent 534 m

Our comeback across the Oder was a resounding success, as for this special occasion, we chose Brandenburg, where we once began our exploration of ...

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from Simon Thread,   Cycling Thread
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 357.2 km
Duration 26:39 h
Ascent 3,523 m
Descent 3,579 m

The Nord-Süd-Route, or North-South Route, is one of Switzerland’s most famous cycling routes. Designated as Route 3, it is part of Veloland, a ...

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recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 552.8 km
Duration 37:35 h
Ascent 883 m
Descent 1,110 m

This was the best of our cycling trips to Germany. Franconia and the bike route along the Main River took us on a long romantic journey through the ...

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Long Distance Cycling · Niederlausitz
Cycling Lusatian Lakeland. Lower Lusatia Mining Route
Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 194.1 km
Duration 13:10 h
Ascent 422 m
Descent 399 m

Interesting, safe, and convenient - this perfectly describes the Lusatian Lakeland, a new tourist destination in southern Brandenburg.

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Long Distance Cycling · Dresden Elbland
Saxony by bicycle: cycling the Dresden Elbland
Difficulty easy Open
Distance 151.3 km
Duration 10:30 h
Ascent 545 m
Descent 533 m

This summer turned out to be completely different from the ones before. With our Interrail passes, we went on a month-long adventure combining ...

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from Simon Thread,   Cycling Thread
Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 252.6 km
Duration 17:05 h
Ascent 329 m
Descent 395 m

The Tauber and Altmühl River Cycling Route stands out for its distinctive layout, offering both a demanding climb and a gentle descent.

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from Simon Thread,   Cycling Thread
Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 278 km
Duration 66:55 h
Ascent 629 m
Descent 612 m

The Vistula Cycling Route isn't just limited to Małopolska. Another Polish region taking this "national" route seriously is Pomerania.

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Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 341.7 km
Duration 25:35 h
Ascent 3,046 m
Descent 3,126 m

Switzerland from a postcard – this is how the official website presenting Swiss cycling routes describes the Lakes Route and its attractions.

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