Cycling tour along the Elbe Cycle Route

All additional guest taxes are NOT included in the tour price and are to be paid on site.

Please note the Information sheet for travelers on package tours according to § 651a of the German Civil Code

• For organisational reasons, this cycling tour can only be booked up to 7 days before the arrival date.
• The complete list of booked accommodation is stated on the booking confirmation/invoice and will only be sent to the guest by post together with the relevant documents by the tour operator after the trip has been booked.
• Communication during the trip is available in the following languages: German and English.
• This trip is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility.
• Please also note the information in the terms and conditions of the tour operator Augustus Tours.
• The Saxon Switzerland Tourism Association acts solely as an intermediary for this trip.

• Day 1: Individual journey to Dresden
  Begin your cycling holiday in fitting style: Dresden offers ideal conditions for this, as the city, often affectionately known as the "Florence on the Elbe", has a wealth of attractions for culture enthusiasts, active travellers and night owls alike. A stroll through the Baroque old town, a visit to the Semper Opera House or an ascent to the dome of the Church of Our Lady could provide the perfect introduction to your holiday along the Elbe.
  Overnight stay in Dresden
• Day 2: Stay in Dresden or excursion to Bad Schandau (approx. 45 km)
  Today, you have the opportunity to explore the city of Dresden. Alternatively, we recommend taking the suburban train to Bad Schandau in the morning. You can then enjoy a leisurely cycle beneath Saxon Switzerland’s most famous sights, such as the Bastei rock formation in Rathen and Königstein Fortress. Before long, you will reach Pillnitz with its renowned palace. Passing the three Elbe palaces, you will arrive in Baroque Dresden.
  Overnight stay in Dresden
• Day 3: Dresden – Meissen (approx. 28 km)
  As beautiful as Dresden is, the surrounding area also has much to explore. Today, therefore, you will mount your bicycle and follow superbly maintained paths past Radebeul, the town associated with Karl May, towards Meissen. Along the way, those for whom 30 kilometres is not enough may wish to take a detour to Augustus the Strong’s hunting lodge in Moritzburg and its picturesque surroundings. Back on the Elbe Cycle Route, you will continue to Meissen along the vineyards of the Elbe region and past several magnificent residences and palaces on the river. The town’s landmark will greet you from afar: Castle Hill with its cathedral and Albrechtsburg Castle. The porcelain manufactory, which brought Meissen worldwide fame, is also well worth visiting. For the evening, we recommend a wine tasting, as Meissen is the centre of Germany’s north-easternmost wine-growing region.
  Overnight stay in Meissen
• Day 4: Meissen – Riesa area (approx. 28-36 km)
  Today’s cycle tour takes you from Meissen along the Elbe Cycle Route to Riesa. Once again, you will be impressed by the attractive palaces along the Elbe, some of which open their doors to visitors. Do not hesitate to venture beyond their magnificent entrance gates! Riesa itself offers a tempting attraction: a visit to the Pasta Museum will teach you all about the many varieties of pasta. If you are in Riesa on a weekday, you may even be able to watch production in progress at the local pasta manufacturer.
  Overnight stay in the Riesa area
• Day 5: Riesa area – Torgau (approx. 40-49 km)
  Tranquil, expansive meadows along the Elbe, detours into the surrounding countryside and small villages… today’s stage is highly varied! You will soon reach Belgern, home to the only Roland statue in Saxony. From here, it is not far to the destination of today’s cycle tour along the Elbe: the Renaissance town of Torgau. Hartenfels Castle and its castle church are well worth visiting. The latter is considered Germany’s first purpose-built Protestant church and was consecrated by Martin Luther.
  Overnight stay in Torgau
• Day 6: Torgau – Lutherstadt Wittenberg (approx. 70 km)
  At the beginning of today’s cycle tour, the Elbe will still accompany you before you briefly leave the river after approximately 10 km and follow the Elbe Cycle Route inland. Passing a branch of the Old Elbe, you will soon reach Pretzsch, a town whose history spans more than 1,000 years. With its Renaissance-era Pretzsch Castle, the Church of St Nicholas, Wieck House and the local history museum, this small town on the Elbe offers plenty to make an interesting cycling break. From here, you can continue your tour along the Elbe Cycle Route on either the left or right bank, as both the main route and its alternative are very well signposted. With views of the Elbe, you will soon cycle into Lutherstadt Wittenberg. The town is inextricably linked with the name of Martin Luther and offers several historic sights.
  Overnight stay in Lutherstadt Wittenberg
• Day 7: Lutherstadt Wittenberg – Dessau (approx. 40 km)
  Today’s stage to Dessau first takes you to the world-famous Wörlitz Park and Garden Kingdom, where a 100-hectare complex with islands, canals, temples and sculptures invites you to linger. In the afternoon, you will reach the destination of your cycling holiday: Dessau. Architecture enthusiasts will find much to appreciate here, as the Bauhaus style became established in the city under Walter Gropius.
  Overnight stay in Dessau-Roßlau

• Day 8: Individual return journey or transfer service to Dresden
  Your memorable cycle tour from Dresden to Dessau has now come to an end. On the eighth day of your cycling holiday, you will begin your journey home or use our transfer service back to Dresden.