The romantic cycle tour along the Elbe

from Dresden to Prague

Cycle from Dresden through the breathtaking landscape of Saxon Switzerland to the Czech capital, Prague, discovering the riverscapes of the Elbe and Vltava along the way. On the route, you will not only marvel at the rock formations of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, but also visit places such as Bad Schandau, Děčín and Litoměřice, as well as numerous castles. This provides the perfect balance between city and countryside. From Mělník, you will cycle along the Vltava, where the landscape becomes hillier. At your destination, Prague, the “Golden City on the Vltava”, awaits your exploration, while its many cafés and restaurants invite you to linger.

Tour operator: CORSO… the travel agency

Proprietor: Michael Corso
Jagdsteig 25  * 01662 Meissen

Services and prices
Validity period:   01/04/2026 - 31/10/2026
Total distance: 220 km
Difficulty level: moderate
Minimum number of participants: 2 people

  • 6 overnight stays in guest houses and 3- and 4-star hotels
  • 6 buffet breakfasts
  • Luggage transfer from one accommodation to the next
  • Maps and information material
  • 24-hour telephone service during the trip
Two people are cycling along a river, with a hill in the background.
Elbe Cycle Route below Königstein Fortress

Cycling season

01.04.2026 - 30.04.2026

Guest houses and 3- and 4-star hotels
Double room       €645.00 per person
Single room         €900.00 per person

Peak cycling season

01.05.2026 - 10.10.2026

Guest houses and 3- and 4-star hotels
Double room       €680.00 per person
Single room         €935.00 per person

Cycling season

11.10.2026 - 31.10.2026

Guest houses and 3- and 4-star hotels
Double room       €645.00 per person
Single room         €900.00 per person

All applicable guest taxes are NOT included in the travel price and are to be paid locally.

Please note the form for informing the traveler in a package tour according to § 651a of the German Civil Code

Requirements

  • 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 included in the booking confirmation/invoice and will only be sent to the guest with the travel documents by the tour operator after booking.
  • Communication during the trip is available in the following language: German
  • The trip is unsuitable for guests with reduced mobility.
  • Please also note the information in the terms and conditions of the tour operator CORSO …die reiseagentur
  • The Saxon Switzerland Tourism Association acts solely as an intermediary for this trip.

Tour description

  • Day 1: Independent arrival in Dresden
    The sights of Dresden's historic Old Town are clustered closely together. The Zwinger, Dresden Royal Palace, Semper Opera House, Church of Our Lady and Historic Green Vault all keep the city's history alive.
    Discover one of the many museums, such as the German Hygiene Museum or the various venues of the Dresden State Art Collections. Round off your visit with a stroll through Neustadt, the city's vibrant cultural district. Overnight stay in Dresden 
  • Day 2: Dresden – Bad Schandau (approx. 45 km)
    Leaving Dresden, you cycle past the three Elbe castles and the Blue Wonder bridge to Pillnitz. Magnificent Pillnitz Palace, with its extensive park and formerly the summer residence of the Saxon royal family, is considered Europe's most important chinoiserie palace complex.
    The artistically landscaped park is home to a rare camellia tree that is over 200 years old. Your tour then continues to Pirna. Shortly after leaving the town, you will see the first sandstone cliffs and table mountains that give Saxon Switzerland its unique character. You conclude your tour amid this extraordinary rocky landscape in the spa town of Bad Schandau.
    Overnight stay in Bad Schandau
  • Day 3: Bad Schandau – Děčin (approx. 25 km)
    Take ample time to explore Bad Schandau today before cycling along the path on the right bank of the Elbe, via Krippen and Schöna, to the Czech border. The town of Děčin lies just beyond the border.
    Here, an almost 300-metre-long path enclosed by a seven-metre-high wall, known as the “Long Ride”, leads you to the castle. Visit the former castle owner's living quarters or stroll through the adjoining rose garden. Overnight stay in Děčin
  • Day 4: Děčin – Litoměřice (approx. 50 km)
    On your third stage, you cycle past Velké Březno Castle to Ústí nad Labem. The city is situated amid the picturesque hills of the Central Bohemian Uplands.
    Take a stroll to the ruins of Střekov Castle and enjoy the magnificent view across the Elbe Valley. From Ústí nad Labem, cycle to the town of Litoměřice on the Elbe. Your destination enchants visitors with its harmonious town square, framed by townhouses in various architectural styles, and its many churches of historical interest.
    Overnight stay in Litoměřice
  • Day 5: Litoměřice – Mělník (approx. 45 km)
    Shortly after Litoměřice, you pass Terezín, home to the memorial at the former Theresienstadt concentration camp.
    The Ghetto Museum and Jewish cemetery also document the events of this period. Continue towards Mělník, reaching the town of Roudnice approximately halfway through the stage. The Lobkowicz family castle features an attractive garden. Guided tours of the castle are also available during opening hours. As you continue, Mělník Castle is visible from afar. The town is located in Central Bohemia's wine-growing region, at the confluence of the Vltava and Elbe rivers. Numerous small wine taverns can be found around the market square and along the route to the castle.
    Overnight stay in Mělník
  • Day 6: Mělník – Prague (approx. 55 km)
    From Mělník, follow the gently undulating route along the Vltava (cycle route number 7) towards Prague. In the Troja district, you pass the magnificent Baroque Troja Palace and its beautiful French garden.
    Its interior features unique frescoes and exhibitions from the Prague City Gallery. Continue cycling into the Old Town of the “Golden City on the Vltava”, where numerous cafés and restaurants invite you to linger in the evening. Overnight stay in Prague
  • Day 7: Independent departure from Prague

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