Cycle Through the Moselle and Saar Valleys by Bike & Boat
Cycle through Germany’s wine country from Koblenz to Saarburg, or take the route in reverse, following the Moselle through vineyards, historic wine villages and riverside towns. Discover highlights including Cochem and its Reichsburg castle, the steep vineyards of the Bremmer Calmont, Bernkastel-Kues and Trier, before reaching Saarburg and its distinctive waterfall. The route also crosses into Luxembourg on the final cycling stage from Trier.
Self-Guided Cycling with Your Boat as Your Base
The Bike & Boat format combines active days of cycling with time to enjoy the journey from the water. As a self-guided tour, it gives you the freedom to explore the Moselle and Saar valleys at your own pace, following prepared routes with daily cycling briefings and digital route guidance. The easy stages follow mostly paved or asphalted paths with little to no significant climbing.
ROUTE
The route can be cycled in both directions, from Koblenz to Saarburg or from Saarburg to Koblenz. Following the Moselle and Saar valleys, you will pass through vineyards, historic wine villages and riverside towns, with highlights including Cochem, Beilstein, Bernkastel-Kues and Trier. The route also crosses into Luxembourg before reaching Saarburg, known for its waterfall.
The cycling route is mostly flat, with no significant gradients. You will mainly ride on paved or asphalted cycle paths through the river valleys, with daily stages of approximately 28 to 48 km. The easy terrain makes the route suitable for relatively inexperienced cyclists.
Itinerary A
Koblenz to Saarburg
Day 1: Arrival in Koblenz
Arrive in Koblenz and settle into your floating accommodation. Take some time to explore the city and the confluence of the Moselle and Rhine at the German Corner.
Day 2: Alken to Cochem
29 km / 18 miles
The boat takes you from Koblenz to Alken, where you begin cycling along the Moselle towards Cochem. The route follows the river through the wine-growing landscape, finishing in Cochem, home to the impressive Reichsburg castle.
Day 3: Cochem to Beilstein to Zell
39 km / 24 miles
Cycle from Cochem through Beilstein, one of the historic wine villages along the Moselle, before continuing to Zell. The route follows the river through vineyards and traditional Moselle settlements.
Day 4: Zell to Traben-Trarbach to Bernkastel-Kues
43 km / 27 miles
Continue along the Moselle from Zell to Traben-Trarbach and on to Bernkastel-Kues. The day combines riverside cycling with the historic wine towns that characterise this section of the valley.
Day 5: Bernkastel-Kues to Mehring
48 km / 30 miles
Leave Bernkastel-Kues and continue cycling along the Moselle towards Mehring. The route passes through the valley’s vineyards and riverside landscapes on one of the longer cycling stages of the tour.
Day 6: Mehring to Trier
28 km / 17 miles
Cycle from Mehring to Trier along the Moselle. The route ends in the historic city of Trier, known for its Roman heritage and the Porta Nigra.
Day 7: Trier to Saarburg via Luxembourg
39 km / 24 miles
Leave Trier by bike and cross into Luxembourg at Wasserbillig before continuing towards Saarburg. The route finishes in Saarburg, known for its waterfall and distinctive historic setting.
Day 8: Departure from Saarburg
After breakfast, your Bike & Boat journey comes to an end in Saarburg.
Extend Your Stay
Additional nights can be organized on request.
Itinerary B
Saarburg to Koblenz
Day 1: Arrival in Saarburg
Arrive in Saarburg and settle into your floating accommodation. Take time to explore the historic town and its famous waterfall before the cycling journey begins.
Day 2: Saarburg to Trier via Luxembourg
39 km / 24 miles
Cycle from Saarburg towards Trier, passing through Wasserbillig in Luxembourg before continuing along the Moselle. The stage finishes in Trier, where Roman heritage and the Porta Nigra provide a highlight of the journey.
Day 3: Trier to Mehring
28 km / 17 miles
Leave Trier and cycle along the Moselle to Mehring. The route follows the river through vineyards and the characteristic landscapes of the Moselle valley.
Day 4: Mehring to Bernkastel-Kues
48 km / 30 miles
Continue upstream through the Moselle valley from Mehring to Bernkastel-Kues. Along the way, enjoy the riverside scenery and vineyards before reaching this historic wine town.
Day 5: Bernkastel-Kues to Zell via Traben-Trarbach
43 km / 27 miles
Cycle from Bernkastel-Kues towards Zell, passing through Traben-Trarbach along the way. The route continues through vineyards and historic settlements along the Moselle.
Day 6: Zell to Cochem via Beilstein
39 km / 24 miles
Follow the Moselle from Zell towards Cochem, passing through Beilstein. The stage combines riverside cycling with the historic villages and vineyards of the central Moselle.
Day 7: Cochem to Alken
29 km / 18 miles
Cycle from Cochem to Alken along the Moselle, with views of the surrounding vineyards and river valley. From Alken, the boat takes you towards Koblenz.
Day 8: Departure from Koblenz
After breakfast, your Bike & Boat journey comes to an end in Koblenz.
Extend Your Stay
Additional nights can be organized on request.
Getting to Koblenz (Departure Point)
By Plane: The closest major airports are Cologne Bonn Airport, Frankfurt Airport. From the airport, continue to Koblenz by train or bus.
By Train: Koblenz Hauptbahnhof is the main railway station and has direct long-distance and regional connections.
Getting to Saarburg (Departure Point)
By Plane: Luxembourg Airport is the closest airport to Saarburg.From the airport, continue by public transport towards Saarburg via Trier.
By Train: Saarburg railway station is located on the Trier–Saarbrücken railway line.
By Car: Public parking is available near the departure points.
Return journey
Transfers between the departure and arrival points are available on request.
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 facilities in the booked cabin category
- Full board: 7 breakfasts, 6 packed lunches for cycling tours or snacks on board for non-cyclists, 6 afternoon coffee/tea services and 7 three-course dinners
- Welcome drink
- Daily cabin cleaning and changing of towels and bed linen as required
- All harbour, bridge and lock charges
- Daily cycling meetings
- Digital travel documents, including cycling app and GPS tracks
- Tour guide on board
NOT Included
- Individual travel/flights
- Bicycle or E-bike rental
- Transfers and shuttles
- Personal expenses and tips
- Drinks other than those specified as included
- Entrance fees and excursions
- Ferry fees
- 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 from April to October.
Season 1
Eco Cabin
April & October
from
1199€
Options & Supplements
✓
1749€ Main Deck – single use
✓
1959€ Upper Deck – single use
Season 2
Eco Cabin
May, July, August & September.
from
1349€
Options & Supplements
✓
1959€ Cabin for single use
✓
2169€ Upper Deck – single use
Cabin Upgrades – per person sharing a double cabin
Main Deck
+
50€
Main Deck Minisuite
+
100€
Upper Deck ECO
+
150€
Upper Deck
+
200€
Upper Deck Minisuite
+
250€
Accomodation
Carefully selected to ensure comfort, quality, and a relaxing and unforgettable journey.
Ship MV Switzerland
Acomfortable river ship with 56 outside cabins and a capacity of approximately 113 passengers. During the tour, the ship serves as your floating accommodation, allowing you to combine relaxed cycling with the comfort of travelling along the Moselle and Saar rivers.
Technical info:
Length: 99.65 m. Width: 11.20 m. Capacity: 113 passengers. Cabins: 56.
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.