Hamburg - Berlin

Discover the capitals of Northern Germany by bike

from 1.199,00 €
450 km
9 Nächte

9 nights
Roundtrip

Roundtrip/point to point: Cycling from point A to point B or back to the starting point (circle tour). A return transfer to the starting point is mostly included or additionally bookable for an extra charge. >> all Roundtrips
Level 2

Level 2 - Leisure bikers: Slightly rolling, light hilly terrain, few uphill stretches, average physical condition required. >>all Level 2 tours
Individual

Individual Tour: You decide for yourself the pace you want to cycle, the sights you want to see along the way and when to take a break. Our detailed maps and route descriptions show you the way. >>all individual tours

Please note: You can only take part in this trip if you are vaccinated or recovered from Covid-19!
As of Oct 2022, subject to change.

Feel save, book flexible: FREE rebooking up to 6 weeks prior arrival to any alternative date in 2021 - applies to bookings between May 01 and June 15 2021 , the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.

Rebooking FREE OF CHARGE until 28 days prior tour start; valid for all new bookings between May 01 and ***September 15 2021***. Valid for all tour-dates 2021 – the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.

Elbe and Havel connect the lively harbour metropolis Hamburg with the capital of Germany - Berlin. You will be enchanted by the quiet and restful "Elbauen", dreamy villages and half-timbered towns worth a visit.

You cycle along the Elbe from Hamburg to Wittenberge, from where you change to the Havel and continue your cycle route on the Havel cycle track. You cross the Schollener country, cycle around a section of the Honennauener lake and experience the extensive scenery of the nature reserve Westhavelland. From Brandenburg as well as the island- and flowertown Werder you reach Potsdam with its unique castle and garden "Sanssouci". By ferry you cross the big Wannsee and reach Berlin-Spandau on quiet bank ways. Here you follow now the Spree cycle track to the city center of Berlin.

Route

Tour profile/ Level 2:

The path is mostly flat and sometimes a little bit hilly. There are a few uphill stretches, some condition is necessary. You cycle in a comfortable speed and have enough time to visit sights and refresh yourself during taking a few breaks.

Day 1: Hamburg

Individual arrival. Explore the harbour metropolis Hamburg on your own - there are a lot of different cultural possibilities to create your perfect first evening.

Day 2: Hamburg – Lauenburg, approx. 55 km

From Hamburg you start your first leg of your tour by cycling along the harbour, the famous fish market, the "Reeperbahn" and the cathedral "Michel" to the town Geesthacht and later on to the ship city Lauenburg.

Day 3: Lauenburg – Hitzacker, approx. 55 km

You cycle from Lauenburg through dreamy villages to the health resort Hitzacker. This attractive Old Town with its many half-timbered towns invites you to stroll around a bit and maybe take a break in one of the cafes or restaurants.

Day 4: Hitzacker – Wittenberge, approx. 78 km

Through the Wendland this leg of the tour brings you to Wittenberge along the dyke. On your way you pass the former inner german border area.

Day 5: Wittenberge – Havelberg, approx. 38 km

Today you cycle along the dyke to Havelberg. In between, the cycle path leads you through Rühstädt, Germany’s village with the most storks.

Day 6: Havelberg – Rathenow, approx. 53 km

From today you accompany the Havel through vast green fields and small magnificent villages of the Schollener country. You cycle through Stölln, which is well-known from Otto Lilienthal, a German pioneer of aviation. Your leg today ends in the city of Rathenow, known for its pioneer optics since more than 200 years.

Day 7: Rathenow – City of Brandenburg, approx. 65 km

You cycle through the lake area in the North East of the city of Brandenburg. The city itself is divided onto several islands and peninsulas, which you should definitely visit.

Day 8: City of Brandenburg – Potsdam, approx. 60 km

First you cycle on dyke paths through open land where you can relax and enjoy the landscape. You should take some time to visit the island city of Werder as well as the castle Caputh. The idyllic riverside promenade of lake Templin leads you to Potsdam.

Day 9: Potsdam – Berlin city center, approx. 50 km

In the morning you change over the Glienicker bridge from Potsdam to Berlin. You cross the big Wannsee by ferry (not included). In Berlin-Spandau you hit the Spree and follow it until you reach the city center of Berlin. If you like, take a stroll in the evening to explore this exciting city!

Day 10: Berlin

Individual departure, transfer back to Hamburg or extension of your stay.

Services

9 nights, rooms with private facilities
Daily breakfast
Luggage transfer
Maps and information material per room
Service Hotline

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Dates & Prices

Arrival every Monday, Wednesday and Sunday

Dates

S1 01.04. - 11.05.25

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S2 12.05. - 13.09.25

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S1 14.09. - 31.10.25

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Extras

Discounts extra bed in double room with 2 full paying adults
0-2,99 years	-100%
3-12,99 years	-50%

Bicycle & equipment*
7/21-speed-bike	135
E-bike	270
*Bike rental valid from arrival day to last cycle day.

Additional nights
Hamburg (dbl/sgl)	95/126
Berlin (dbl/sgl)	95/135

Best - Price - Guarantee

If you would verifiably receive better conditions and/or prices from another tour operator at the time of booking we guarantee at least the same conditions PLUS 1 handlebar bag for FREE!

All prices per person in EUR

Accommodation

Hotel samples

You will stay in selected 3* hotels and inns

Hamburg: Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona, Alsterhof Altona
Lauenburg: Hotel-Restaurant "Zum Alten Schifferhaus"
Hitzacker: Hotel Zur Linde
Wittenberge: Hotel Germania
Havelberg: Hotel & Restaurant "Am Hafen"
Rathenow: Hotel Fürstenhof
Brandenburg: Sorat Hotel Brandenburg
Potsdam: Altstadt Hotel
Berlin: Maritim pro Arte Hotel

Note: Please be informed that these are hotel samples and therefore subject to alteration! Find Your final hotel bookings at Your hotel list after/at booking.

Bicycle

Bikes including pannier

The following bikes (men’s and women’s) are available for rent:

7-speed with back pedal (hub gears)
21-speed (derailleur)
E-bikes

E-Bikes | Electric bikes | Pedelecs

This makes every bike tour a breeze! If you perhaps had little opportunity to cycle in the last few weeks before the bike tour, if you are not quite sure of your strength, but also with physical limitations, every bike tour will be a pleasure for you! The switchable, almost silent electric drive of our modern bike takes some of the work off your hands, and amplifies the pedal power by 3 times. So now cyclists with different fitness levels can book a bike tour together. Gradients are mastered with ease.

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Arrival - Parking - Departure

Arrival by plane

Airport: Hamburg (HAM), Berlin Tegel (BER) or Berlin Schönefeld (SXF)
From the airport Hamburg you can take a taxi to the hotel (about 20- 30 min.); alternatively you can take the suburban line S1 in direction Blankenese: with this line you go to the station "Reeperbahn" or "Altona" depending on the hotel.

Arrival by car

Parking: public car park (approx. 11 - 30,- € per day) or on some side roads nearby for free.

Arrival by train

Train station: Hamburg, Berlin
From Hamburg Central Station to the hotel with metro or urban train. Detailed train schedules and price information: www.bahn.com

Additional information

Local tax payable on spot.

Videos

Travel stories

5,3 of 6 Stars | 2

Great tour, highly recommended. Lovely cycling along the rivers and through the forests ... F.J. 09/19

5,7 18.09.2019 | Ferdinand J. Hamburg - Berlin

Cycle Hamburg to Berlin along the Elbe & Havel rivers

Great tour, highly recommended. Lovely cycling along the rivers and through the forests. Lots to see and do along the way. Great accommodation and breakfasts.

Overall satisfaction 6
Booking handling 6
Travel documents 5
Per-Tour information 5
Accomodation 6
Board 6
Luggage transport 6
Route description 5
On-site assistance 6
Route-character 6
Bicycle + equipment 6
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Route

Tour profile/ Level 2:

Day 1: Hamburg

Day 2: Hamburg – Lauenburg, approx. 55 km

Day 3: Lauenburg – Hitzacker, approx. 55 km

Day 4: Hitzacker – Wittenberge, approx. 78 km

Day 5: Wittenberge – Havelberg, approx. 38 km

Day 6: Havelberg – Rathenow, approx. 53 km

Day 7: Rathenow – City of Brandenburg, approx. 65 km

Day 8: City of Brandenburg – Potsdam, approx. 60 km

Day 9: Potsdam – Berlin city center, approx. 50 km

Day 10: Berlin

Services

Dates & Prices

Dates

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Extras

Best - Price - Guarantee

Accommodation

Hotel samples

Bicycle

Bikes including pannier

E-Bikes | Electric bikes | Pedelecs

Useful

Arrival - Parking - Departure

Arrival by plane

Arrival by car

Arrival by train

Additional information

Videos

Travel stories

Cycle Hamburg to Berlin along the Elbe & Havel rivers

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