On the paths of the old railroad lines of the Hochwald
Cycling on the Ruwer-Hochwald Cycle Path and the Moselle Cycle Path offers you a varied experience in one of Germany's most beautiful regions.
The Ruwer-Hochwald cycle path connects the valley of the Moselle with the heights of the Hunsrück along the Ruwer. It runs along the former Hochwaldbahn railroad line, is 48 kilometers long and climbs 400 meters in altitude. The cycle path crosses a total of 20 bridges and offers a varied ride through picturesque landscapes.
The Moselle cycle path leads through the heart of the Bernkastel-Kues vacation region. The route along the Middle Moselle is known for its breathtaking scenery and numerous sights. You cycle through charming wine-growing villages surrounded by steep vineyards, through idyllic river valleys and past historic towns with proud town houses and medieval buildings. There are also many castles and palaces and wildly rugged side valleys to discover along the way.
Total distance: approx. 132 kilometers
Degree of difficulty: easy
Day 1: Individual journey to Ruwertal/Mosel
Overnight stay in Ruwertal/Mosel
Day 2: Cycle tour via the Ruwer-Hochwald cycle path to the Ruwertal/Mosel
Length: approx. 48 km, level of difficulty: easy
Travel with the Regio-Radler to Hermeskeil. Start your tour in the town of Hermeskeil, known for the Hochwald Museum and its proximity to the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park. The Ruwer-Hochwald cycle path runs for 48 kilometers along the former railroad line of the Hochwaldbahn. You climb around 400 meters in altitude and cross 20 bridges, which offer breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The route takes you through dense forests, along picturesque river valleys and through charming villages.
Sights along the way:
- Grimburg: A historic castle that is well worth a visit. It is a little off the cycle path, but the extra distance is worth it.
- Ruwer wine region: Along the route, you have the opportunity to visit some of the well-known wineries and taste local wines.
At the end of the day, you will reach the Ruwer Valley, known for its idyllic vineyards and beautiful landscapes.
Day 3: Cycle tour from Ruwertal/Moselle via the Moselle cycle path to Trittenheim/Leiwen
Length: approx. 33 km, level of difficulty: easy
After breakfast, you cycle along the Moselle along the beautiful Moselle cycle path to Trittenheim/Leiwen. The Moselle cycle path takes you through picturesque vineyards, idyllic river valleys and charming winegrowing villages. The route is well signposted and mostly flat, making it ideal for a relaxed cycle tour.
Highlights along the way:
- Schweich: A picturesque village that is perfect for a short break. Here you can refresh yourself in one of the cafés.
- Mehring: Another beautiful village that is worth a stopover. Visit the Villa Rustica, an old Roman villa.
Day 4: Cycle tour from Trittenheim to Bernkastel-Kues
Length: approx. 29 km, Difficulty: easy
Prepare yourself for a wonderful ride along the Moselle, which offers you numerous scenic and cultural highlights. The route from Trittenheim/Leiwen to Bernkastel-Kues is mostly flat and well signposted, ideal for a relaxed ride. You cycle through one of the most beautiful regions of the Middle Moselle, past vineyards, historic villages and picturesque riverbanks.
Highlights along the way:
- Neumagen-Dhron:The oldest wine village in Germany. It's worth making a short stop here to visit the reconstructed Roman wine ship, the "Stella Noviomagi", and the museum.
- Piesport:If you haven't been there yet, this is another great place for a wine tasting. Piesport is known for its excellent white wines. Enjoy a glass of Piesporter Goldtröpfchen, one of the region's best-known wines.
- Wintrich and Brauneberg: two charming wine villages that are perfect for a short break. Enjoy a snack or a glass of wine at one of the local wineries.
In the afternoon, you will reach Bernkastel-Kues, one of the most beautiful towns on the Moselle. It is known for its well-preserved half-timbered houses, narrow alleyways and the imposing Landshut castle ruins.
Day 5: Cycle tour from Bernkastel-Kues to Traben-Trarbach
Length: approx. 22 km, difficulty: easy
Today you cycle from Bernkastel-Kues along the Moselle cycle path to Traben-Trarbach. The route is around 22 kilometers long and is mostly flat along the Moselle.
In the late morning or early afternoon, you will reach Traben-Trarbach, a town with a rich history and impressive Art Nouveau architecture. Explore the town, visit the Middle Moselle Museum and admire the well-preserved Art Nouveau buildings. Take a break in one of the cafés or restaurants and enjoy the local cuisine.
In the afternoon, take the boat back to Bernkastel-Kues. Experience the unique Moselle cultural landscape from a different perspective.
Day 6: Individual departure from Bernkastel-Kues
You can organize your departure from Bernkastel-Kues individually or take advantage of our return transfer service from Bernkastel-Kues back to the Ruwer Valley/Moselle. Prior booking is required.
Arrival
All our tours are advertised without travel. You decide whether you travel by car or by public transport(www.bahn.de). Please let us know at the time of booking. On request, we can arrange parking spaces for your car at the hotel of departure (possibly for a fee).
Booking options
Our online booking form is available for your booking. You can also contact us by e-mail or telephone to clarify any questions or requests.
Booking time
We check the availability of all trips individually. We usually need 5 working days for this. Please allow for a processing time of approx. 10 days for careful handling. We recommend booking early for public holiday weekends, during the high season (September and October) and for major regional events.
Booking period
The programs run from Easter to the end of October. Different travel periods are listed separately in the offer. Bookings are possible all year round.
Local taxes
We would like to point out that local taxes (e.g. guest contribution, cultural promotion tax), which are levied during the stay, are not included in the tour price and must be paid on site.
Luggage transfer
For our cycling and hiking tours with alternating accommodation, you can book a luggage transfer for an additional charge. The price depends on your desired program. Luggage must be ready by 9.00 a.m. on the day of departure. One piece of luggage weighing a maximum of 20 kg per person is permitted. A higher number of pieces of luggage or suitcases that weigh more will result in a surcharge. The suitcases will be ready at the next accommodation from 5.00 pm.
Information material / travel documents
Once payment has been received in full, the vouchers will be sent to you by e-mail. You will also receive detailed information with a detailed tour description and maps.
Rental bikes
We are happy to help you with the organisation of touring bikes or e-bikes. Detailed information on collection, delivery and return as well as prices is available on request.
Additional costs
Our prices only include the services listed. Additional costs for public transport, drinks or tips are not included in the tour price unless they are expressly listed on the voucher / travel voucher.
Traveling with children
We are happy to organize your personal family trip. To do this, we need precise details when you book, such as the desired room layout and the age of the children.
Traveling with dogs
Unfortunately, not all of our partners are equipped to accommodate dogs. If you intend to take your four-legged friend with you on your trip, please let us know when you make your booking. Any costs incurred in the accommodation or e.g. for cab rides will be communicated at the time of booking and paid on site.
Travel insurance
We recommend that you take out travel cancellation insurance. The costs for this are based on the travel price. Each booking confirmation contains information about ERGO travel insurance. The insurance is taken out when you pay the premium when booking the trip, but no later than 30 days before the scheduled departure date. If the booking is made within 30 days before the start of the trip, the insurance can only be taken out on the day of booking, at the latest within the next 3 working days.
Return transfer
For our cycling and hiking tours with alternating accommodation, we offer you our convenient return transfer to the starting point of the tour. The return transfer takes place on the day of departure after breakfast. The pick-up times vary depending on where your tour ends: from Koblenz approx. 9.00 am, from Cochem approx. 9.45 am, from Zell approx. 10.00 am and from Bernkastel-Kues approx. 10.30 am. If possible, be ready for your return transfer 15 to 30 minutes before the respective pick-up time. You will be picked up directly at your destination hotel and taken to your departure hotel. Please let us know at the time of booking whether you would like to make use of our return transfer.
Start dates
Arrival is possible daily. We recommend arriving on a Sunday.
Accommodation
Our contractual partners for cycling and hiking tours with alternating accommodation are hotels in the ***star range, family hotels or wineries with good facilities. Many of our hotels are classified, and we have also inspected the accommodation on site. You will find the exact list of hotels in your travel documents. For other categories, please refer to the respective program description.
Meals
As a rule, our travel offers include a full breakfast, unless separate catering services are listed on the travel vouchers. We cannot guarantee vegan food or special diets, but will be happy to pass on your request to the accommodation. Please let us know your individual wishes when you make your booking.
Payment
A deposit of 20% of the tour price is due within 14 days of signing the contract. The balance is due 3 weeks before arrival. For bookings made less than 3 weeks before the start of the trip, the full travel price is due immediately.
Additional nights
Additional nights are possible at the beginning or end of all trips. Please let us know at the time of booking.
Welcome to the team at Reiseveranstaltungen Anja Veit and Miriam Ta - your competent partner for package tours on the Moselle. As the official booking office for your Moselle vacation, we are at your side with help and advice to make your stay unforgettable.
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