Prague-Dresden River Elbe Cycle Path 2027 – The Czech Elbe
This delightful cycling tour from Prague to Dresden links two of Europe’s most beautiful cultural cities. From the ‘Golden City’ of Prague, you’ll cycle along the well-maintained Elbe Cycle Route through the Czech countryside, past vineyards and historic towns on the Elbe such as Mělník and Leitmeritz. Romantic riverside landscapes and the imposing sandstone cliffs of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains accompany you all the way to Germany. The crowning glory of your cycling holiday along the Elbe is Dresden, with its magnificent Baroque architecture and vibrant history.
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- 7 nights in 3-star niveau well-kept hotels and inns along the River Elbe cycle path
- daily buffet breakfast or extended breakfast
- luggage transfer from hotel to hotel as far as Dresden
- digital travel documents including GPS-data
- service hotline also at the weekend
Additional costs:
All prices in our offer include VAT. Not included in our prices is the city tax (approx. Euro 1,00 to 3,00 per person/night) and is to be paid at the respective hotel.
Day 1 - Individual arrival in Prague or transfer service from Dresden to Prague
If you are travelling to your cycling holiday by car, we recommend travelling to Dresden rather than driving directly to Prague and leaving your car at our partner hotel. A transfer from Dresden to Prague can be booked as an optional extra. This allows you to start your cycling tour from Prague to Dresden feeling relaxed and carefree.
Example of hotel: Hotel Expo in PragueDay 2 - Prague, day at leisure
Countless sights await you in Prague, the “Golden City”, which you can explore before starting your cycling tour along the Elbe Cycle Route. A walk across the famous Charles Bridge takes you into the very heart of the city, while Prague Castle and the Royal Palace tower high above the Vltava River. Stroll through the historic Old Town, soak up the lively atmosphere in its narrow streets, or be inspired by the city's diverse cultural scene.
Example of hotel: Hotel Expo in PragueDay 3 - From Prague to Melnik, approx. 60 km
Today's cycling route takes you along the Vltava River into the heart of Bohemia's wine-growing region and on to Mělník. This charming town is picturesquely situated on a hill and is the perfect place to take an enjoyable break. From Castle Hill, you can enjoy an impressive panoramic view of the confluence of the Vltava and Elbe rivers—an absolute highlight of your cycling tour along the Elbe Cycle Route from Prague to Dresden.
Example of hotel: Hotel Olympionik in MelnikDay 4 - From Melnik to region Leitmeritz, approx. 50 km
Today's stage takes you via Roudnice to the former fortress town of Terezín. Enjoy Bohemia's peaceful countryside as you cycle along well-maintained cycle paths before reaching Litoměřice a few kilometres later. Here, the famous Chalice House is well worth seeing. This historic landmark combines the town's history and architecture in a unique way.
Example of hotel: Penzion Macha in LitomericeDay 5 - From Region Leitmeritz to Decin, approx. 50 km
On this stage, you cycle through Ústí nad Labem and follow the course of the Elbe past the imposing ruins of Střekov Castle. Your tour then continues to Děčín, where the magnificent Baroque castle will delight you with its elegant architecture. Even Frédéric Chopin once found musical inspiration here.
Example of hotel: Hotel Ceska Koruna in DecinDay 6 - From Decin to Bad Schandau/Pirna, approx. 20-45 km
Following the Elbe Cycle Route, you will soon reach the German border. The impressive rock formations of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains rise on both sides of the river, giving this section of the route its unique appeal. Today's stage ends either in the picturesque spa town of Bad Schandau (Krippen district) or in charming Pirna, whose magnificent town houses and historic streets invite you to take a leisurely stroll.
Example of hotel: Aktiv Sporthotel in PirnaDay 7 - From Bad Schandau/Pirna to Dresden, approx. 20-45 km
Today's stage along the Elbe Cycle Route takes you past the impressive Königstein Fortress, which offers breathtaking views over the Elbe Valley. Continue along the river to magnificent Pillnitz Palace before reaching Dresden. Here, you will pass the famous “Blue Wonder” bridge and several other historic palaces along the Elbe. Dresden's splendid Old Town, with its Baroque buildings, charming streets, and cultural highlights, is perfect for a leisurely exploration.
Example of hotel: Best Western Plus Hotel Dresden City in DresdenDay 8 - Individual departure or extra nights
Return journey by bus from Dresden to Prague (see the price table for prices).
Hotel note: We make every effort to book the hotels mentioned by name. However, if one is not available, we will switch to an equivalent company.
Note for people with limited mobility
The cycle tour is not suitable for people with limited mobility. However, in specific cases it is possible to accommodate individual customer requests (e.g. barrier-free room).
Passport and visa requirements
To check in to your hotel you will need a valid passport or ID card.
For citizens of countries outside the Schengen area other regulations may apply. You are responsible for obtaining any visa you may require in good time.
Terms and Conditions of Payment:
The deposit of 10% of the tour price is due at the latest 14 days after receipt of the booking confirmation. The balance must be paid 14 days before arrival.
Cancellation Policy:
According to our General Terms and Conditions, the customer may withdraw from the contract at any time in writing. In the event of cancellation or non-commencement of travel, the following cancellation fees will become payable:
20% of the tour price up to the 28th day before departure
30% of the tour price from 27th to 14th day before departure
50% of the tour price from the 13th to the 8th day before departure
70% of the tour price from 7th to 4th day before departure
90% of the tour price from the 3rd day before departure until the day of arrival
If the customer makes changes to the booking (date of travel, tour, duration, transfer of the booking to another person etc.) up to 28 days before departure, for reasons which are outside our control, we will charge a processing fee of € 50,- per booking. After this date, the cancellation policy will apply. Such changes to a booking may only be made in individual cases and if possible; the customer has no right to any changes.
Our detailed Terms and Conditions of Business can be viewed on our website at https://www.radurlaub.com/en/home.html; upon request, will also send them to you by e-mail.
In case of a booking your announced data will be only used from OÖ Touristik GmbH for the process of bookings and related transactions and will be passed on only in the context of the contractual relationship to third parties. (for example, tourist service providers, sights, passenger transport, processors). The detailled Privacy Notice you will find on www.radurlaub.com/en/privacynotice.html
Standard information
The combination of travel services offered to you is a package within the meaning of Directive (EU) 2015/2302.
This ensures that you will benefit from all EU rights applicable to packages. Company OÖ Touristik GmbH will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the package as a whole.
Additionally, as required by law, the company OÖ Touristik GmbH has protection in place to refund your payments and, where transport is included in the package, to ensure your repatriation in the event that it becomes insolvent.
More information on key rights under Directive (EU) 2015/2302 https://www.radurlaub.com/en/reisebedingungen.html.
Financial cover for customers
The tour operator OÖ. Touristik GmbH, Freistädter Str. 119, 4041 Linz has completed a bankruptcy insurance with Raiffeisen Landesbank Oberösterreich AG, Europaplatz 1a, 4020 Linz.
The liquidator is the Redion SA - Niederlassung Österreich , Dr.-Adolf-Schärf-Platz 10, 1220 Wien. Mail: prv.at@redion.com , 24-hour emergency number: +43 1 3172500.
Travelers have to contact the liquidator within 8 weeks if they are denied claims due to the insolvency of OÖ Touristik GmbH. Details on the business license of OÖ Touristik GmbH can be found on the website https://www.gisa.gv.at/abfrage under the GISA number 14930096.
Parking possibilities
Long-term parking is not possible in the hotels in Prague. In the near of the hotels and at the Holešovice train station there are public, guarded and unguarded parking lots (subject to charges). Underground parking is available in the city center for 700 - 800 CZK/ approx. 30 EUR per day. The costs are to be paid directly on the spot.
Arrival: 01.04.2027 - 31.10.2027
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Arrival: 01.04.2027 - 31.10.2027
Discounts
Saving tips
Children’s discount (3rd person in extra bed with 2 full-paying persons)
- child up to 02 years -100 % (additional bed)
- child 03-12 years -50 % (additional bed)
- child up to 02 years -100 % (additional bed)
- child 3-12 years -50 % (additional bed)
Ladies/Men-trekking-bike
21-speed:
- modell: quality brands Kalkhoff und Raleigh
- frame: aluminium (with deeper entry to the ladies´ bike)
- gears: 21-speed derailleur gears with free wheel
- brakes: 2 caliper brakes
- saddle: comfortable saddle
7-speed:
- modell: quality brands Kalkhoff und Raleigh
- frame: aluminium (with deeper entry to the ladies´ bike)
- gears: 7-speed hub gears
- brakes: back pedal brake, 1 caliper brake
- saddle: comfortable saddle
Extra charge for additional day: € 20,00
€ 109,00 per person and stay
E-Bike
- modell: different manufacturers
- frame: aluminium with deeper entry
- gears: 8-speed derailleur gears
- brakes: 2 caliper brakes
- saddle: comfortable saddle
Extra charge for additional day: € 35,00
€ 299,00 per person and stay