7-speed Unisex Bike
Hub gears with coaster brake
High-quality unisex touring bike with coaster brake on the rear wheel.
Body size approx. 155cm - 190cm.
46cm
51cm
56cm
The Route
The tour is rated Category 1. You will cycle mainly on traffic-free paths, country roads with little traffic, and paved cycle paths. There will also be sections on dusty farm tracks and gravel roads, as well as a few stretches of cobblestones.
There will also be some shorter sections along main roads.
These are cycling routes designed to be enjoyed at a leisurely pace, allowing you to take in the surroundings. The routes are mostly flat, with some hilly sections. However, there are a few steep climbs and descents along the way.
It is always possible to skip a cycling stage and stay on board the boat instead.
Itinerary
See the day-by-day itinerary below.
Individual arrival in Stralsund. Boarding takes place at 4:00 pm.
Perhaps you will have time to take a stroll through Stralsund’s historic centre, which is located on a small island. As a city with an important past, Stralsund is home to numerous unique sights.
Today, you have the opportunity to explore the island of Rügen in different ways. Cycling enthusiasts can discover the island’s beauty by bike all the way to the famous seaside resort of Binz and back again (approx. 35 km). Alternatively, you can choose a circular cycling route to the seaside resorts of Sellin and Baabe (approx. 40 km).
In the afternoon, the boat sets course for Stralsund. You can relax on board and reflect on the experiences of the past few days.
If you prefer a longer cycling tour, you can choose the route directly to Stralsund (approx. 50 km). You first cycle to the nearby town of Putbus (approx. 2 km), known for its famous “Circus” – a circular square surrounded by Neoclassical buildings. The route continues via Garz, Groß Schoritz, Poseritz and Gustow, crossing the Rügen Causeway to Stralsund.
During a walk through the historic old town of the Hanseatic city, located on a small island, you will encounter unique sights around almost every corner. Your boat also arrives in Stralsund in the evening.
Today, you have plenty of time to explore the island of Usedom. You can choose between three cycling routes.
You may want to use the morning to visit the Technical Historical Museum in the former power station, or plan a visit to the Usedom Distillery in Mölchow (highly recommended!).
In good weather, we recommend the cycling route through Trassenheide and Karlshagen, combined with a refreshing swim in the Baltic Sea. You then continue cycling to Zinnowitz, one of Usedom’s best-known and most beautiful seaside resorts.
The town is situated between the Baltic Sea and the Achterwasser lagoon and is surrounded by beech, oak and pine forests. The white, gently sloping sandy beach is perfect for relaxing.
Today, you spend the entire day on board. You cross the vast waters of the Szczecin Lagoon (Oder Lagoon) before reaching Szczecin – the green city at the mouth of the Oder River and one of the largest ports on the Baltic Sea.
The reconstructed Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle, located in the city’s historic centre, is well worth a visit.
In the morning, you sail from Szczecin to Mescherin. Today, you pass through part of the unique cross-border protected area known as the “Lower Oder Valley International Park” via the Oder-Neisse Cycle Route before reaching Schwedt, your destination for the day.
Along the way, you pass the former manor house in Criewen, where you have the opportunity to visit the national park centre of Germany’s only floodplain national park.
In the morning, you sail from Schwedt to Hohensaaten. From there, you cycle towards Niederfinow (lock system – a guided tour is always an option) through magnificent countryside with gentle hills, clearings and forests. The final stretch follows the towpath cycling route along the Finow Canal to Eberswalde.
In the centre of the town, on the Finow Canal, you will find Germany’s oldest functioning lock.
In the morning, you sail to Oranienburg. Here, an excellent sightseeing stop awaits at the impressive Baroque palace with its adjoining park, museum and orangery, which together form a beautiful and historic ensemble. The palace is one of the area’s most prominent cultural landmarks and offers a fascinating insight into Prussian history and garden art.
You then continue along the well-marked cycle route, heading south through the scenic Ruppin Lake District. Along the way, you cycle through a landscape characterised by lakes, forests and open countryside before reaching Berlin.
After breakfast, you will disembark by 9:00 am at the latest.
From there, you can travel home or continue your journey independently.
Pictures from the trip
See the boat
Prices and dates
Prices per person in EUR
Price includes
ACCOMMODATION
- 7 nights in an outside cabin with private bathroom in the reserved category
FOOD & DRINK
- 7 × breakfast buffet
- 6 × lunch/packed lunch
- 6 × afternoon coffee or tea
- 7 × three-course dinner
- Welcome drink
CYCLING & EXPERIENCES
- 5 days of cycling (approximately 208 km in total)
- Daily briefing on the day’s cycling stage
- English- and German-speaking tour guide on board
- Digital travel documents with route descriptions and maps, accessible via app (in English)
OTHER
- Insurance for any rented bicycles
- Daily cabin cleaning
- Bed linen and towels
- All port, lock, bridge and transit fees
- 24-hour local and international service hotline for the duration of the tour
- This is a packaged holiday and is therefore covered by The Travel Guarantee Fund - See which benefits this means for you - click here
GENERAL
- Transport to/from Germany
- Handling fee (€ 25)
- Travel insurance
- Any entrance fees to museums and similar attractions
- City maps of the individual cities
- Any ferry tickets
- Tips
- Drinks on board
OPTIONAL
The following can be selected in the booking form, when you book the tour.
- Rental of bicycle/e-bike (selected when booking the tour)
Use the button "Calculate price" on this page to see what the tour will cost with your wanted inclusions.
PARKING
It is possible to park at the harbour or nearby. Parking can be reserved in advance and must be arranged before arrival.
Bikes
You can choose between these bikes on the tour
Unisex 7-speed E-bike
Hub gears with freewheel
High quality unisex e-bike with comfortable low entry.
Body size approx. 148cm - 195cm.
46cm "XS"
46cm
51cm
56cm
Practical information
Here you can get answers to various questions about your trip
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It is possible to travel alone and stay in a double room on this trip. If you wish this, it can be selected on the booking form.
All departures require a minimum of 70 guests to depart. Departures are cancelled at least 21 days before departure (this almost never happens).
Upon request, it is possible to bring your own bicycle on this tour. Approval from the boat is required, as there is a limit to the number of bicycles that can be accommodated. Your bicycle must be insured, and you must understand that it will be stored together with rental bicycles, packed tightly, and handled by the onboard staff.
Please note that the boat disclaims responsibility for damages and theft of privately brought bicycles.
If bringing an e-bike, it is required that the battery can be removed and brought into the cabin.
There will be a handling fee for bringing your own bicycle - see details on the booking page.
It is not compulsory to wear a helmet in Germany and Poland, but at Bering Travel we ALWAYS recommend that you wear a helmet and that you bring your own - so you know it fits. (Onboard selling, på limited quantity).
It is possible as well to purchase a phone holder for the bike as well as a powerbank on bord (limited quantity).
Transportation to/from Stralsund is not included in the price. You can easily find a suitable flight via a flight booking engine such as Momondo or Skyscanner.
Notice: we recommend that you book with us and wait for the confirmation before you book your flights.
It works like this:
- You book your chosen holiday with us
- We confirm your holiday (usually within 3-5 working days)
- You arrange your transportation
Getting there
Here is a link for the perfect tool which will help you get an overview of how to get to the starting point of the tour: Rome2Rio
On this trip you stay overnight on the boat. The price on this page is based on cabins on the main deck, but on the booking form you can choose to upgrade to cabins on the upper deck. Cabins are approximately 10 square metres and have en-suite facilities.
All meals are included in the price of the trip. This means:
7x Breakfast
6x lunch packed lunch
6x Afternoon coffee or tea
7x Evening meals (3-course menus)
Special requests for meals, e.g. dietary or vegetarian food can be accommodated by arrangement.
All drinks must be paid for on board.
- For a stress-free start to your trip, it is recommended to arrive at the starting point early in the evening of the day before. The individual return journey will take place on the last day of the trip.
- The indicated cycling distance is an approximation and may differ from the actual distance.
- This journey is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Spoken language on board
On cycling cruises, German is typically the primary language on board, as a large proportion of the participants are German-speaking, and the crew is generally also most comfortable communicating in German. At the same time, participants come from a wide range of countries, making English a natural supplement. The guides speak good English and can, when needed, conduct briefings and provide practical information about the day’s cycling tours in English. You therefore do not need to speak German to feel well informed and take an active part in the tours.
Further important information about your trip by bike and boat
There is always a possibility of changes in the schedule and programme. In the event of extremely high or low water levels, the shipping company reserves the right to bridge parts of the route with a bus or to cancel the trip at short notice without liability (water level is force majeure). The same applies in the case of officially arranged lock and/or bridge repairs not previously announced or in the case of engine damage not caused by the fault of the ship.
Also be aware that your riverboat is both your "holiday hotel" and a working machine, constantly moving with engine power, even at night (sometimes with lock and bridge passengers and consequent ejection and retraction of structures). Particularly noise-sensitive guests are advised to bring earplugs. Lock passages are particularly associated with noise nuisance - it is the same on all boat trips - and unfortunately cannot be changed!
Please note that storage space in the cabin is very limited. In your luggage you should pack good rainwear (jacket and trousers), a helmet, sun hat and sun cream and sports shoes.
Tips are not included in the price.
It is customary to tip the crew of the riverboat at the end of the trip. The level is about 7-10€ from each participant. per day. On a trip like this of 7 days duration, about 50-70€ per person would be appropriate - depending on your experience.
There will typically be an envelope in the cabin for this purpose, or information will be provided to this effect at the end of the trip.
We recommend taking out travel insurance that covers at least illness, accident, repatriation, lost holiday, luggage and liability. As a customer, you are responsible for taking out the necessary travel insurance to cover these costs.
Before taking out insurance, you should check whether you are already covered by travel or cancellation insurance through your home insurance company, credit card or similar - please note that there may be differences in insurance coverage.
After booking this trip, you get access to various discount schemes.
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When you book a trip with us, we plant a tree in Kenya.
Bering Travel partners with Growing Trees Network, which has been planting trees in Kenya since 2020 in collaboration with Seniorer uden Grænser (Seniors Without Borders). The trees are planted with small-scale local farmers in the Mount Kenya region, as well as at schools, where the fruit helps supplement students’ diets and is incorporated into their learning.
The trees are planted using the shamba method – a sustainable approach that combines reforestation with agricultural crops. This keeps the soil covered with vegetation throughout the year, helping to prevent nutrient loss and reduce erosion.
The contribution to tree planting comes directly from Bering Travel’s own earnings and is not added to the price of your trip.
This initiative is not intended as a carbon offset for travel, but as a way to make a positive contribution.
