From Berlin through the Oder region to the Baltic Sea
From the waterways north of Berlin to the Baltic coast, this journey brings together some of northern Germany’s most distinctive landscapes and historic places. Forests, canals, the Oder valley and the islands of Usedom and Rügen create a varied backdrop, with Szczecin, Peenemünde, Putbus and Stralsund adding cultural and architectural highlights along the way.
A relaxed way to discover northern Germany by bike
The bike and boat format combines active days with time to enjoy the journey from the water. As a self-guided tour, it gives you the freedom to explore at your own pace, following prepared routes with daily briefings, detailed directions and GPS tracks.
ROUTE
From Berlin, the route passes through the Ruppiner Lake District and Eberswalde before reaching the Oder and Lower Oder Valley. It continues via Szczecin and Usedom, with Zinnowitz and Peenemünde, then crosses Rügen through Putbus and historic villages to Stralsund.
The bike route is mostly flat, with some hilly sections and a few steeper climbs and descents. You will mainly ride on car-free paths, quiet rural roads and asphalted cycle lanes, with some field and dirt tracks, short sections on federal roads, cobblestones and sandy surfaces.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Berlin
Arrival in Berlin and embarkation on the boat from 4:00 pm. There is time to explore the German capital before the journey begins, with sights including the Brandenburg Gate, the Nicolai Quarter and Kurfürstendamm.
Day 2: Berlin – Eberswalde
42 km / 26 mi
The first cycling stage leads north from Berlin through the forests and waterways of the Ruppiner Lake District. The route continues towards Oranienburg, where you can see the palace, before reaching Eberswalde and rejoining the boat.
Day 3: Eberswalde – Schwedt
Approx. 50 km / 31 mi
The route follows the Finow Canal and passes through the landscape of the Lower Oder Valley towards Schwedt. The stage combines waterways and rural scenery as you continue east towards the Oder.
Day 4: Schwedt – Szczecin
Approx. 55 km / 34 mi
Today’s route follows the Oder towards Szczecin. The changing river landscape leads into the Polish city, where historic architecture and the waterfront provide a contrast to the rural sections of the route.
Day 5: Szczecin – Zinnowitz
Approx. 55 km / 34 mi
From Szczecin, the journey continues towards the Oder Lagoon and the island of Usedom. The cycling stage brings you into the Baltic coastal landscape and to the seaside resort of Zinnowitz.
Day 6: Zinnowitz – Peenemünde – Lauterbach
15–25 km / 9–16 mi + boat trip
Two cycling options are available today. One route passes through Mölchow and Zecherin and continues to Peenemünde, with the option to visit the Historical-Technical Museum. Alternatively, you can follow the coastal route via Trassenheide and Karlshagen. Around 6 pm, the boat leaves Peenemünde for Lauterbach on Rügen, arriving at around 9 pm.
Day 7: Lauterbach – Stralsund
32–40 km / 20–25 mi or approx. 50 km / 31 mi
Choose between a circular cycling tour on Rügen or a longer route to Stralsund. The stage includes Putbus, with its famous Circus, and continues through Garz, Groß Schoritz, Poseritz and Gustow before crossing the Rügen Dam to Stralsund.
Day 8: Departure from Stralsund
After breakfast, disembark by 9:00 am and make your individual journey home.
Extend Your Stay
Additional nights can be organized on request.
Getting to Berlin (Departure Point)
By Plane: Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), then continue to the embarkation point at Greenwichpromenade.
By Train: Berlin Hauptbahnhof, then continue to Alt-Tegel (U6) or Berlin-Tegel (S25), about 1 km from the embarkation point.
By Car: Parking is available in Berlin. One option is a parking garage approximately 800 m from the mooring point; reservations are not possible.
Return journey
A return train journey from Stralsund to Berlin is available and can be arranged independently.
How to book this tour
We require a deposit of 25% of the tour price per person upon reservation, final payment 6 weeks before tour departure.
Included
- 7 nights in an outside cabin with private bathroom facilities, according to the booked cabin category
- Full board: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunch packages or snacks on board on non-cycling days, 6 afternoon coffee and tea breaks, and 7 three-course dinners
- Welcome drink
- Daily cabin cleaning and changing of towels and bed linen as required
- All harbour, bridge and lock fees
- Daily bike tour briefing on board
- Digital travel documents, including cycling app and GPS tracks
- Tour guide on board
NOT Included
- Individual travel/flights
- Bicycle or E-bike rental
- Personal expenses and tips
- Drinks other than those specified as included
- Optional excursions and services
- City maps
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed as included is not included
Check available options
Departures & Prices
Choose the option that best fits your schedule and start planning your cycling journey.
Prices are per person for 2027.
Departures every two weeks on Saturdays, from 15 May to 18 September.
Season 1
Eco Cabin
15 May– 18 Sep
from
1199€
Options & Supplements
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1959€ Cabin for sngle use
Cabin Upgrades – per person sharing a double cabin
Eco Comfort Cabin
+
100€
Main Deck
+
230€
Upper Deck
+
530€
Accomodation
Carefully selected to ensure comfort, quality, and a relaxing and unforgettable journey.
Ship MS Princess
A comfortable river ship with 49 outside cabins and space for approximately 98 passengers. During the tour, the MS PRINCESS serves as your floating accommodation, combining active cycling days with relaxed travel between the different stages of the route.
Technical info:
Length: 80 m. Width: 9.5 m. Capacity: approximately 98 passengers. Cabins: 49. Renovated in 2024.
BIKES
Below you’ll find the essential information for rent options.
Bike
99€
eBike
219€
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and represent the type of bicycles offered for the tour.
The exact bicycle provided is subject to availability.