Cycling in Schleswig-Holstein
Fancy a bike tour through the true north?
Cycling in the true north is a pleasure for all the senses on over 2,919 kilometers of adventure - and it is also pure relaxation. Here in Schleswig-Holstein - between the Elbe and the Danish border - the land is wide and flat, the wind blows from all directions, the air tastes of salt and sea and the nature of the vacation region inspires with unique spectacles. Here low tide and high tide, the Wadden Sea. There, cliffs as far as the eye can see. And romantic forests. Wonderfully sparkling lakes. Greylag geese, white storks, cranes and - of course - seagulls, seagulls, seagulls.
Plus regional delicacies on every corner, fish sandwiches galore, freshly baked cakes, local beers and specialties such as Pharisäer, simply to enjoy. Plus lots of culture. Museums, exhibitions, theater stages, cabaret. It's all fantastically beautiful. Perfect for a relaxing cycle tour or a longer cycling vacation on our 13 long-distance cycle routes with 2,919 kilometers of experiences in Schleswig-Holstein.
Inspiration and tips for your cycle tour in Schleswig-Holstein
Order our cycle map and our cycle booklet conveniently and free of charge to your home. You can find more inspiring vacation magazines on our brochure page. All products are also available for download.
You can find bicycle-friendly accommodation at Bett+Bike. There are over 180 certified accommodation options in Schleswig-Holstein that are geared towards the needs of cyclists. You will also find many bike-friendly accommodations in the "Cyclists' accommodation" host directory in the immediate vicinity of the long-distance cycle routes.
Some people claim that the wind always comes from the front when cycling in Schleswig-Holstein. But that's not true at all. Sometimes it blows from the left, right or - what a joy - from behind. Up here on a bike tour in Schleswig-Holstein , it always depends on which direction you are cycling in. But if it does blow from the front, cyclists can rejoice in this old North German wisdom: a headwind builds character.
Vacations in the cycling regions
Cycling to experience and enjoy on several kilometers through varied natural areas, fascinating cities, historic villages and past interesting cultural highlights - there is all this to discover on vacation in Schleswig-Holstein! Our cycling regions offer exciting cycle tours of varying lengths. Let us inspire you!
High treetops, wildly romantic lakes, historic towns and the oldest nature park in Schleswig-Holstein await you between the Elbe, Hamburg and Lübeck.
Along the glistening Baltic Sea, past crystal-clear rivers and lakes, wooded cliffs and wide beaches.