German Hanseatic Cities Tour

Romantic towns on Baltic Sea coast in 8 days / 7 nights from 525,- €
German Hanseatic Cities Tour
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The Baltic Sea Coastal Cycle Path - Darß

This diverse cycle tour takes you through the unspoilt coastal landscape of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. It enchants visitors  with fine sandy beaches, old seaside resorts, fishing villages and the unique Bodden landscape, as well as impressive cliffs and pine forests.Famous, once wealthy hanseatic cities with rich brick architecture and countless touristic attractions are to be found along the route. The tour along the Baltic Sea Coastal Cycle Path is also well suited for inexperienced cyclists.

There are two versions of this tour:

Category B: Overnight stays in family run guesthouses and hotels of the national 2*/3* category.
Category A: Overnight stays in very good quality guesthouses of the national 3*/4* category.

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Day 1
Lübeck

Individual Arrival at Lübeck

Upon arrival in the old hanseatic city of Lübeck, you should avail of the opportunity of strolling through the old town, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.  The old town is full of great shops and cosy bars. The "Holstentor", Salt warehouse or the "Buddenbrook" house from the famous novel by Thomas Mann are only some of the attractions the town has to offer. The town’s famous delicacy is "Lübecker Marzipan".
Overnight stay in Lübeck

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Day 2
Lighthouse of Wismar

Lübeck - Wismar, approx. 60 km + train journey or approx. 80 km

The first stage of the tour takes you directly to the Baltic Sea: to the well-known spa town of Travemünde, which attracts thousands of tourists every year. The stylish promenade is in stark contrast to the long, sandy beaches and small fishermen’s cottages. After the ferry journey across to Priwall, you will continue cycling past Boltenhagen and into the beautifully restored town of Wismar, which is full of romantic corners and numerous attractions.
Overnight stay in Wismar

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Day 3
Wismar

Wismar - Kühlungsborn, approx. 45 km

Take a stroll through the Market Square with its majestic buildings before continuing the tour through pine forests and fishing villages, with great views along the route, before reaching Kühlungsborn, the"green city by the sea". This traditional seaside village is full of endless white beaches and a 240 metre long pier and full of imposing architecture in the "Bäder" architectural style. The town also has an eventful history ranging from the Third Reich to its socialist Eastern Germany history.
Overnight stay in Kühlungsborn

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Day 4

Kühlungsborn - Warnemünde/Rostock, approx. 30/40 km

If you wish, you can take a break from cycling today: Enjoy a trip with the old steam train engine Molli from Kühlungsborn to Bad Doberan and then cycle onwards to Warnemünde. The main attraction here is the lighthouse which can be seen from far off. Climb to the platform 30 m up and enjoy the view over the land and sea!
Overnight stay in Warnemünde/Rostock

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Day 5
Darß

Warnemünde/Rostock - Fischland-Darß, approx. 45/55 km

In Warnemünde you shouldn’t miss the chance to walk along the 530 metre long pier. You can also visit the fishermen´s cottages, cutters and yachts in Alten Strom, before you continue your trip to Fischland and then to the Darß peninsula. Natural forests, stretching to the kilometre long sand beaches, moors and sandbanks and small islands are all waiting to be discovered!
Overnight stay on the Darß peninsula

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Day 6
Former abbey Barth

Fischland/Darß - Barth, approx. 40 km

Take time to discover the "Darßer Forest" and the wildly romantic coast of the region.  Visitors can experience a somewhat unusual cultural treat with "Art on Tracks", an exhibition in old railway carriages in Bresewitz. Passing through Zingst, your tour will then continue along the mainland, to Barth, where you will be able to view the remains of the town walls from the 16th century.  
Overnight stay in Barth

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Day 7
Stralsund

Barth - Stralsund, approx. 45 km

Today you will cycle towards yet another highlight of the trip: the Hanseatic city of Stralsund. The city´s three towers can be seen from afar by approaching cyclists. The protected old town attests to the former importance of the town as a trading centre. The impressive marine science, fishery and aquatic museum is a highlight not to be missed.
Overnight stay in Stralsund

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Day 8

Return Journey

After breakfast the rental bikes must be returned. The return journey home or to Lübeck is the responsibility of the guest. We would be more than happy to extend your holiday along the Baltic Sea Coastal Cycle Path.

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Brief Information for the Baltic Sea Coastal Cycle Path
  • Start / Destination
    Lübeck / Stralsund
  • Duration
    8 days, 7 nights
  • Length
    approx. 265 - 305 km
  • Daily routes
    between 30 and 80 kilometres by bike
  • Profile of the route
    The bike tour route of the Baltic Sea cycle path takes you through partly flat, partly hilly terrain. You will cycle mostly on quiet roads, cycle paths, country and forest lanes. The route doesn't only follow the coast but often takes trips into the diverse hinterland.
  • Return journey to Lübeck
    You have the option to take a minibus which runs on a daily basis, including bikes. Duration approximately two hours, needs to be stated on booking.Alternatively you can organise your journey by train on your own initiative. Trains run every two hours, change trains 1-3 times, duration: approximately 3 hours, normal price: 50€, excluding bikes.