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Cycling in Alsace

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Discover the wonders of cycle touring in Alsace, a region rich in cycle paths and itineraries suitable for all levels. Enjoy bike rides with family or friends, explore picturesque landscapes and experience unforgettable adventures.
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The 10 most beautiful bike rides in Alsace

Réserve naturelle du Delta de la Sauer (Munchhausen)
Bike Riding · Lauterbourg
“Rhine Adventure” cycling tour
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
53 km
3:35 h
134 m
134 m
Enjoy the diverse natural landscape along the Rhine and in the Rhine Valley on this cross-border tour.
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Bike without borders
Bike Riding · Parc naturel régional des Vosges du Nord
Cross-border bike route “from side to side”
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate closed
33.1 km
2:40 h
319 m
342 m
This round trip of approximately 31.1 km long leads, as its name "Hiwwe un Driwwe" indicates, to beautiful places on the French side and the German side. Meadows and colorful fields, but also colorful mixed forests make every cyclist's heart beat faster.
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Bike without borders
Bike Riding · Parc naturel régional des Vosges du Nord
Cross-border bike circuit "Peace Route"
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate closed
48 km
3:35 h
443 m
446 m
The Peace Route is a circuit about 48 km long, rather sporty due to its many climbs. It is marked throughout with the “Dove of Peace” and offers every cyclist a good dose of sport and pleasure.
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Bike Riding in the Ried
Bike Riding · Alsace
Bicycle loop in the Ried
Toprecommended route Difficulty easy
2
35.4 km
2:20 h
21 m
21 m
How about exploring the Alsace plain by bike? Discover our new 35.5 km cycling route near Sélestat, to explore the Alsace Ried at your own pace.
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Bicycle without borders
Bike Riding · Parc naturel régional des Vosges du Nord
Cross-border bike route "Smugglers' route"
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
17 km
1:25 h
218 m
218 m
This 17 km round trip impresses with an alternation between dense mixed forests and quiet open meadows. The Fleckenstein pond invites you to swim and the beautiful villages you pass through will charm you. 
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Breisach
Bike Riding · Breisach on the Rhine
Handbike route Breisach-Fessenheim (barrier-free)
Toprecommended route Difficulty easy
42.9 km
2:52 h
73 m
73 m
Flat handbike route always directly along the Rhine.
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Etang de Hirbach
Bike Riding · Lorraine
Velo route Visavis in France
Toprecommended route Difficulty easy
1
56.8 km
5:00 h
81 m
78 m
Easy route through the home of the storks in the Saartal nature reserve to Sarralbe and its historic old town, over the Lorraine lakes with the opportunity to swim in the natural bath Etang de Hirbach, and back on an old railway track into the Saartal.
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Col du Pfaffenschlick
Bike Riding · Alsace
Via Col du Pfaffenschlick and Col du Schaufelshald into the Wieslauter Valley
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
2
47.2 km
3:40 h
530 m
530 m
The 47 km circular route leads from the train station in Wissembourg through the northern Alsace wine towns of Steinseltz and Cleebourg up to the Col du Pfaffenschlick and from there via Climbach and Wingen to the Col du Schaufelshald. From the Col du Schaufelshald, it then goes via Nothweiler into the Lauter Valley near Bundenthal. On the Wieslauterradweg, one reaches the starting point in Wissembourg without any climbs.
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The Wieslauter in Bobenthal
Bike Riding · Pfalz
Wieslautertal Cycle Path
Toprecommended route Difficulty easy
1
33.2 km
2:30 h
61 m
137 m
The "Wieslautertal Cycle Path" is part of this Pamina cycle route and leads from Hinterweidenthal with its striking rock called the Teufelstisch always along the Lauter through the unique landscape of the Wasgau via Dahn to the charming old town of Wissembourg. It is undoubtedly the most popular cycle path in the Palatinate.
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German Wine Gate near Schweigen
Bike Riding · Pfalz
(Palatinate) Route Bergzabern Wissembourg through the Palatinate Forest
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
4
40.5 km
3:10 h
361 m
361 m
Route from Bad Bergzabern through the Palatinate Forest, past idyllic forest lakes, along the Portzbach and the Wieslauter to the French border. Then continue along the Lauter to the historic old town of Wissembourg with Alsatian flair. Also worth seeing is the Abbey Church of Peter and Paul, one of the largest and most impressive Alsatian churches besides the Strasbourg Cathedral. Returning we cycle via Schweigen through the German Wine Gate and over vineyards to Bad Bergzabern. Before Bergzabern, we make a detour to Dörrenbach, also called the "Sleeping Beauty of the Palatinate." Awarded in 1975 as the most beautiful village on the Wine Route.
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Do you love sport, adventure and the great outdoors? Then Alsace is the ideal destination for you! This magnificent region in north-eastern France is packed with natural treasures to discover by bike. Whether you're a beginner, advanced or professional cyclist, there's sure to be a route to suit you.

Cycle tourism in Alsace

Alsace offers an idyllic setting for cycle touring. With its verdant vineyards, picturesque villages and bucolic valleys, this region is a veritable paradise for two-wheeled enthusiasts. Well-maintained cycle paths allow cyclists to take full advantage of Alsace's varied landscapes.

The most beautiful cycle paths in Alsace

Alsace's most beautiful cycle paths are to be found along the famous Canal du Rhône au Rhin. This flat, easy route offers breathtaking views of the Alsatian countryside and the medieval castles that dot the region. You can also take the trail between Colmar and Sélestat, offering a journey through the heart of Alsace's renowned vineyards.

Cycling around Alsace

There are a number of cycling routes in the Alsace region that are well worth a visit. For example, don't miss the trail linking Strasbourg to Kehl in Germany via the Pont de l'Europe. This cross-border ride allows you to discover two different cultures while enjoying the pleasures of cycling.

Electric bikes: a growing trend

Over the past few years, electric bikes have become increasingly popular among cycle touring enthusiasts. Thanks to the built-in electric motor, you can cover longer distances without extra effort, and even climb higher without difficulty.

Family outings

Bike touring is not only an enjoyable sporting activity, it's also the perfect opportunity for a family outing to enjoy a rewarding day in the great outdoors of Alsace.

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Peace Route by Jürg
September 20, 2025 · Community
Tolle Rundtour auf guten Radwegen durch schöne Landschaft und idyllische Dörfer (Elsass).
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Petite Boucle des Trois Pays, a route along the water for the whole family (Local loop 979 Alsace à Vélo / Suisse Mobile) by Daniela
September 07, 2025 · Community
Sehr schöne Tour, vor allem durch Basel sehr schön, auch am Kanal von Hüningen und durch die Petit Camarque ist sehr abwechslungsreich.
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Photo: Daniela Brender, Community
Photo: Daniela Brender, Community
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Tagestour im Elsass ab Saint-Louis inkl. Petit Camarque by Daniela
September 07, 2025 · Community
Sehr schöne abwechslungsreiche Tour
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