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Elbe Cycle Route - in Flow with the River

Bicycle Ride · Saxon Switzerland

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Heiko Naumann
on the July 19, 2021

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Sandstone, wine-growers, royal residences! This route has been voted Germany's most popular cycle route by the German Bicycle Association (ADFC) many times.

easy

Distance 525 km

14:00 h

315 m

322 m

157 m

66 m

It is a star among the German cycle routes. Not surprising, considering the diversity of culture and nature that the Elbe river bank has to offer. The Saxon section is especially versatile: First up, the dramatic rock formations of Saxon Switzerland National Park. Then the lovely crests of the hills of the Meissen Spaargebirge mountains behind Dresden. And finally, Torgau, the Reformation town of Luther in the Northwest. In between, unspoilt nature and terraced vineyards alternate, surrounding peaceful village greens like Altkötzschenbroda and the picturesque old towns of Meissen and Pirna. The bandwidth of accommodations has everything from spa hotels to cosy holiday apartments with a family setting. Culinary offers range from hearty country inn cuisine to elegant star restaurants and, at the latest in Radebeul, many seasonal barn restaurants providing wine and cheese. Finally, Dresden’s advanced culture is the icing on the cake: The art collections in the Royal Palace and the Zwinger are practically en route. The Semper Opera can be admired while cycling by, and during summer, the route leads directly through the film festival at the Elbe river bank. What more could you ask for?

Author

Heike Grunow

Update: November 25, 2021

Difficulty

easy

Technique

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Highest point

157 m

Lowest point

66 m

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Tips and hints

Tourismusverband Sächsische Schweiz e.V.
Tel: +49 (0) 3501 470147
info@saechsische-schweiz.de
www.elberadweg.de
www.saechsische-schweiz.de

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Coordinates:

50.891567, 14.230717

DMS

50°53'29.6"N 14°13'50.6"E

UTM

33U 445894 5638048

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Coordinates

50.891567, 14.230717

DMS

50°53'29.6"N 14°13'50.6"E

UTM

33U 445894 5638048

w3w

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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike

Book recommendation by the author

ADFC-Radreiseführer Elberadweg Süd 1:75.000, Bielefelder Verlag, ISBN: 978-3870736439
bikeline-Radtourenbuch, Elbe-Radweg Teil 1 Esterbauer Verlag GmbH, ISBN 978-3850000307
Radwanderkarte Elberadweg 1, Bad Schandau - Dessau Verlag Publicpress, ISBN 978-3899204483
Bruckmanns Radführer Elberadweg Verlag Bruckmann, ISBN 978-3-7654-4771-6

Author’s map recommendations

kostenloses Elberadweg Handbuch: www.elberadweg.de/news-service/elberadweg-handbuch

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Equipment

Basic Equipment for Bike Riding

Cycling helmet
Cycling gloves
Sturdy, comfortable and preferably waterproof footwear
Layered, moisture wicking clothing
Rucksack (with rain cover)
Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket)
Sunglasses
Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
Cell phone
Cash
Navigation equipment / map and compass

Technical Equipment for Bike Riding

Air pump or CO2 pump including cartridges
Puncture repair kit
Replacement inner tube
Tire levers
Chain tool
Hex keys
Phone / device holder as required
Bike lock as required
Where applicable, the bike must meet requirements for road use by having a bell, front and rear lamps and spoke reflectors

The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.

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Difficulty

easy

Distance

525 km

Duration

14:00 h

Ascent

315 m

Descent

322 m

Highest point

157 m

Lowest point

66 m

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