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Western Europe

# Germany

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## **About **

Germany is a good cycling country, something for everyone. Asphalt or unpaved (gravel, sand, mud); flat, hilly or mountains. Nice people, good facilities, friendly traffic. Also suitable for cycling with children.

Last updated 22 May 2021 by [Wereldfietser.nl / Vakantiefietser.be](https://cycleplanet.org/cyclists/01dRgHcnFiTSprDGCEB4Jxq7iDH3) [Edit](https://cycleplanet.org/countries/germany/edit/about)

## **People **

The population is friendly and helpful, always willing to help you, even when looking for a nice route (but be careful, because they also easily send you to a cycle path along a busy road). A cyclist often has an advantage. The Germans also cycle a lot themselves.

Last updated 22 May 2021 by [Wereldfietser.nl / Vakantiefietser.be](https://cycleplanet.org/cyclists/01dRgHcnFiTSprDGCEB4Jxq7iDH3) [Edit](https://cycleplanet.org/countries/germany/edit/people)

## **Visa **

Quite a lot of nationalities need a Schengen visa to visit this country. You can find more information on [**www.schengenvisainfo.com**](https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/tourist-schengen-visa/). The visa is valid for 90 days, and allows you to travel through all Schengen countries.

Source: [**Wikipedia**](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_the_Schengen_Area).

Last updated 15 Mar 2021 by [Bas Idsinga](https://cycleplanet.org/cyclists/ieMGYdJeX6ZyKgKeeGhMXPFZkax2) [Edit](https://cycleplanet.org/countries/germany/edit/visa)

## **See and do **(21)

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1. [![See \& do](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/SeeDo.png)**1. Viewpoint**See & doNice viewpoint with a bench to sit on and a lot of sun on a good day 3](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/ee16b8eb-22d2-42ba-8e0a-18d3854b63ec)
2. [![See \& do](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/SeeDo.png)**2. Bathing lake**See & doBeautiful lake formed from old gravel pit. A beach where marked and several secluded spots around lake including FKK naked bathing spots 1](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/10b5e3e7-807d-4b0e-9b32-80c549cf9887)
3. [![See \& do](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/SeeDo.png)**3. Bismarck**See & doThe Bismarck tower is a well-kept secret up in the vineyards. The tower itself is largely run down and inaccessible, but the trees surrounding the lawn in… 1](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/543499fc-9465-4ecf-a7cb-8e65eb3d023c)
4. [![See \& do](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/SeeDo.png)**4. Eltenberg**See & doHill with a rich history and unusually spectacular views for this corner of the world. In the Middle Ages this was the site of a ladies' monastery ruling lands… 1](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/fd0d2aa3-4029-48dc-9f40-307825c6f2d5)
5. [![See \& do](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/SeeDo.png)**5. Frankenwarte**See & doOnce you have demonstrated your fitness and made it all the way up to the Käppele, the last couple of stairs will be easy to manage. Make a last effort to… 1](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/1eae0e2e-1926-40fe-8d5b-e424b16694e1)
6. [![See \& do](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/SeeDo.png)**6. Kulturspeicher**See & doHow about a museum? The Kulturspeicher is highly recommended, hosting diverse temporary exhibitions. And even if you’re not in museums regularly, the permanent… 1](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/4ee8b45d-0a8f-4091-ba8b-1f8ba5cd6c43)
7. [![See \& do](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/SeeDo.png)**7. Main River Meadows**See & doIf you want to take a break from summer heat, go for a swim in the river! We’ve marked the locations where you can easily get in and out. But be cautious!… 1](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/5785d060-bc08-4ca6-ab11-c0dc2513f423)
8. [![See \& do](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/SeeDo.png)**8. The Submarine Bunker "Valentin"**See & dohttps://www.denkort-bunker-valentin.de/englisch.html The former submarine bunker "Valentin" is the second largest above ground bunker in Europe and the most… 1](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/64bc5832-c9b7-434c-987c-9350350c3d12)

## **Bike shops **(8)

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1. [![Bike shop](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/BikeShop.png)**1. Bikeshop Bösche**Bike shophttp://www.zweirad-boesche.de/](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/98609367-d37a-42cb-87df-a76e20f9acd5)
2. [![Bike shop](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/BikeShop.png)**2. Bikeshop Meyer**Bike shop](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/e26ceb25-5dd4-474c-8fb2-4ae294273db6)
3. [![Bike shop](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/BikeShop.png)**3. Classic Cycle Commons**Bike shopSuperb cycle mechanics Montag Geschlossen Dienstag 13:00–18:00 Mittwoch 13:00–18:00 Donnerstag 13:00–18:00 Freitag 13:00–18:00 Samstag 12:00–16:00](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/aeecc937-d409-4384-b7fa-f93d80eb1213)
4. [![Bike shop](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/BikeShop.png)**4. Drahtesel**Bike shopThis is a very nice, friendly and helpful Bikeshop within the citiy of Münster.](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/2a84034b-b2a6-4837-951f-93c8cc8a886d)
5. [![Bike shop](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/BikeShop.png)**5. Erthal Social Bike Repair Shop**Bike shopErthal Social Works have a bike shop and repair station. It's THE bike shop you'd go to in Würzburg if you want to have a good connection with the people and…](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/2c082074-4719-4566-bc99-e84ff62ee474)
6. [![Bike shop](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/BikeShop.png)**6. Fahrradprofis Würzburg**Bike shopThese guys are pretty knowledgeable. But you pay for the good service with higher product prices 😉](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/346eca4f-ddb3-4e39-98e5-b71ed33c1b3d)
7. [![Bike shop](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/BikeShop.png)**7. Free Bike Shop "Rad i.O."**Bike shopFree Self-Repair bike shop with helping hands and many spare parts. For opening hours and info see https://rad-i-o.org](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/fcc7a8c3-9b84-40d5-b2e4-e654dc363b8e)
8. [![Bike shop](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/BikeShop.png)**8. Free Bike Shop "Rostiges Ross"**Bike shopSelf-Repair bike shop "Rostiges Ross". Helping Hands and lots of spare parts available. For opening hours see Website.](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/af31122c-b8de-44aa-911b-13283e7a2cef)

## **Sleeping **

### **Staying with locals**

People opening their garden for tents: [**1nitetent.com**](https://1nitetent.com)

You can also join the network of cycling friends in Germany: [**http://www.dachgeber.de**](http://www.dachgeber.de). The deal is that in principle you also open your own house and / or garden to other cyclists free of charge. Advert: For an overnight stay at the farm, see [**http://www.heuhotelferien.de**](http://www.heuhotelferien.de).

### **(Formal) camping**

There are campsites almost everywhere. In the former GDR and Northern Germany, however, they are dungeonized. Most campsites are very large and noisy, with many caravans etc. usually there is a small field for hikers. Reasonable to do in the spring and autumn, outside the holiday periods and weekends. Most are closed between 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM (sometimes 5:00 PM). There is often a camp shop and a café or restaurant. Costs camping: approx. € 5 to € 10.

### **Ho(s)tels**

There are youth hostels in various places. During the week they can be quite packed with school groups. The accommodation is good: sometimes there are even single rooms, the rooms have a private bathroom, and the breakfast is usually classy. The prices are cheap compared to other accommodations (hotel / guesthouse). On average you pay between 15 and 20 euros for an overnight stay. On the downside, breakfast is served quite late, so if you want to get out early again, not an ideal option. Another disadvantage may be that if you stay in a youth hostel for the first time, you have to pay a supplement to become a member of the youth hostel organization. It is advisable to make a reservation. See also [**http://www.jugendherberge.de**](http://www.jugendherberge.de).

### **Wild camping**

Illegal to camp with a tent in unprivate places, but sleeping outside under a tarp or in a sleeping bag is a legal grey area

Last updated 6 Aug 2021 by [Felix](https://cycleplanet.org/cyclists/mjTUGjdVVhXQW9m3Dhy4JOXgb182) [Edit](https://cycleplanet.org/countries/germany/edit/sleeping)

## **Places to sleep **(16)

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1. [![Formal camping](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/FormalCamping.png)**1. Campingside Hof Freitag Geestequelle**Formal campinghttp://www.campingpark-hoffreitag-geestequelle.de/ 1](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/0862b02e-1d42-469a-8e79-08b2ff626951)
2. [![Formal camping](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/FormalCamping.png)**2. Campingsite Gnarrenburg**Formal campinghttps://www.camping-gnarrenburg.de/ 1](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/6394fbda-cef8-4b5d-8766-2f1464ac88fb)
3. [![Formal camping](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/FormalCamping.png)**3. Campingsite Rethbergsee**Formal campinghttps://www.rethbergsee-wochenendpark.de/ 1](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/68e97cbf-c1fa-4b98-bcfb-2613d1607d32)
4. [![Campsite](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/Campsites.png)**4. Campingplatz Estenfeld**Campsite](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/c1c9d6e9-44d0-4df8-91de-950eb34191df)
5. [![Formal camping](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/FormalCamping.png)**5. Capingsite Bad Bederkesa**Formal campinghttps://www.regenbogen.ag/ferienanlagen/bad-bederkesa.html Expensive Campingsite, ca. 25 €](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/1100bdf7-8eba-42a4-8b37-f91ec0ff34c4)
6. [![Campsite](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/Campsites.png)**6. Harriersand**Campsitehttps://www.zeltplatz-harriersand.de/](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/af783d94-f942-4d6d-9387-ca4be34e68f8)
7. [![Formal camping](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/FormalCamping.png)**7. Heinbockel**Formal campinghttps://www.camping-heinbockel.de/](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/18c1ed7e-0a41-4807-96f1-155bb6af0ad5)
8. [![Campsite](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/Campsites.png)**8. Kalte Quelle**Campsite](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/3ff8b86a-4959-4bc3-af28-ed56c24ffcf4)

## **Safety **

Germany is a safe cycling country.

### **Traffic**

Germany is a safe cycling country. Traffic rules are adhered to. Motorists are sympathetic towards cyclists, especially where there are no cycle paths. Officially they must keep a distance of 1.5 meter (2m outside town). Stay sharp. Connecting roads are sometimes busy, but it is generally easy to avoid busy roads. There are hardly any cars on "Nebenstrassen", sandy paths and bicycle routes. You will meet many other (older) cyclists on "easy" cycling routes.

### **Criminality**

Be cautios in big cities.

### **Corruption**

Germany might be the last country where you'll find corruption.

### **Nature and animals**

Nothing to worry about.

Last updated 6 Aug 2021 by [Felix](https://cycleplanet.org/cyclists/mjTUGjdVVhXQW9m3Dhy4JOXgb182) [Edit](https://cycleplanet.org/countries/germany/edit/safety)

## **Transport **

### **Train**

The bicycle can be taken on most intercity trains, but not on the fast ICE. Reservation is strongly recommended. A bicycle ticket costs 9 Euro. The bicycle can usually easily travel with regional trains. A clear pictogram on the train indicates where the bicycle can be loaded.

The price for bicycle transport in the regional train differs per region. In various regions, such as in Southeast Bavaria, the transport of bicycles is still free, in others you have lost about 4.50 euros. During holidays and public holidays, you should take into account that many people take a bicycle on the train.

During the weekend you can travel unlimited by train with a cheap "Schönes Wochende" ticket (maximum five people per ticket). The restriction is that only regional trains may be (RB, RE, S) and the ticket is valid for one day, so on Saturday or Sunday.

Last updated 22 May 2021 by [Wereldfietser.nl / Vakantiefietser.be](https://cycleplanet.org/cyclists/01dRgHcnFiTSprDGCEB4Jxq7iDH3) [Edit](https://cycleplanet.org/countries/germany/edit/transport)

## **Food and drink **

Food and drink is easily available everywhere. In the south you can eat well and cheaply in the "Biergartens". Prices comparable to nearby countries or slightly cheaper. The south is cheaper than the north and east.

Most bakers have "Stehcafé". You can get a cup of coffee with the banquet. You can buy sandwiches for a very low price at most butchers in the south. A euro or less for a sandwich with a thick slice of warm meat is no exception.

Last updated 22 May 2021 by [Wereldfietser.nl / Vakantiefietser.be](https://cycleplanet.org/cyclists/01dRgHcnFiTSprDGCEB4Jxq7iDH3) [Edit](https://cycleplanet.org/countries/germany/edit/foodDrink)

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3. [![Shop](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/Shop.png)**3. Bulk Supermarket**ShopUnverpackt store sells groceries in bulk, without packaging. All seasonal foods, organic and all as locally sourced as possible – bring your own bags, get them…](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/881b124d-d8c7-4f4f-b4f8-0d40f09cbe38)
4. [![Other](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/Other.png)**4. Christmas Market (December; Event)**OtherCelebrate Advent and Christmas time here in a lovely atmosphere. Drink some local »Glühwein«, eat hot chestnuts or buy some craftsmanship at the numerous…](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/fda6e57c-87f8-4cb3-8e65-45f8533b2ea8)
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6. [![Shop](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/Shop.png)**6. Decathlon**Shop](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/5602f6a5-93ef-4079-8441-2d61ee2b7b6f)
7. [![Shop](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/Shop.png)**7. Denns Organic Supermarket**Shop](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/18359157-f812-46ad-809c-212ab6dfc606)
8. [![Water](https://cycleplanet.org/markers/Water.png)**8. Erlabrunner Badesee**WaterWürzburg’s safer and free alternative for swimming if you don’t fancy the river. Even if the lake alone is nothing too special, it nevertheless has its own…](https://cycleplanet.org/poi/acd7f352-b0e5-4d88-a25a-c9222a00fbe7)

## **Other **

**Routes**

There is a [**map with bicycle routes in Germany**](https://adfc-hannover.de/wp-content/uploads/%C3%9Cbersicht-Bikeline.jpg) made by an official organization.

**Spare parts**

In the country of Ortlieb and Schwalbe, you can expect to find anything you need. However, they are not available in every location. For example, a 20 inch inner tube is difficult to obtain (for recumbent bicycle or trailers).

Last updated 6 Aug 2021 by [Felix](https://cycleplanet.org/cyclists/mjTUGjdVVhXQW9m3Dhy4JOXgb182) [Edit](https://cycleplanet.org/countries/germany/edit/other)

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