Highlights
Cycle the Route des Vins from Strasbourg to Colmar on this 5-day tour
Get caught up in the romance of the Route des Vins as you pedal Alsatian wine country from Strasbourg to Colmar.
Take a break from the saddle and unwind on a terrace with a glass of local Gewürztraminer or Pinot Gris.
Explore picturesque villages full of traditional half-timbered houses and quaint little shops.
Soak up the charming ambience of wine country with overnight stays in Strasbourg, Obernai, Riquwihr, and Colmar.
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- Itinerary
- Dates & Prices
- Solo traveller: EUR1120
- Single room (group of 2+): EUR870
- Sharing a double/twin room: EUR625
- Sharing a triple room: EUR485
- Accommodation
- Included
- Digital route notes and maps
- GPS App
- Tourist city tax
- 24/7 emergency phone support
- Bike fitting
- Flights to and from Strasbourg
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Guide services
- Bike rental
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Airport transfers
- Printed tour materials (in addition to digital)
- Upgrade hotels in Obernai and Colmar to 4-star
- Optional activities or excursions
- FAQ
- How hard is the Alsace Wine Route by Bike Tour?
- Do I need a visa to travel to France?
- Are meals included on the Alsace Wine Route by Bike Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Strasbourg to start this tour?
- Where does the Alsace Wine Route by Bike Tour end?
- Can I rent a bike?
- What other equipment does bike rental include?
- Can I bring my own bike?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to France?
- Are there any travel restrictions for France?
- When is the best time to travel to France for this tour?
- Reviews
- Tour Operator
Alsace Wine Route by Bike Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival
Your tour begins in beautiful Strasbourg. After checking in to your hotel, set out on a stroll and visit the elegant historic city center. This magical town is not just a pretty face but also bears a fascinating history, in many ways due to being a frontier town.
Peruse the cobbled streets and take in the half-timbered houses with their brightly painted stone gates and lovely courtyards.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Strasbourg
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Cycle Charming Villages, Castles, and Vineyards to Obernai
Say farewell to Strasbourg this morning following breakfast and hop on your bike on a scenic road that leads out of town. The route to Obernai is peppered with charming villages, whimsical castles, and rich vineyards. Soon, you’ll arrive at the start of the Route de Vin, which you’ll continue on your ride to Riquewihr tomorrow.
For now, settle into the hotel in Obernai and enjoy a well-earned dinner of delicious Alsatian cuisine, accompanied by a good bottle of local wine. Buen Appetit!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Obernai
Distance: 37km, 228m of ascent, 179m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Discover the Heart of the Alsatian Wine Region
Setting out on the romantic Route de Vins, you’ll experience the heart of the Alsatian wine region today as you cruise alongside winding vineyards, stopping in small wine-producing villages.
Bound for the medieval town of Riquewihr, you’ll enjoy a pleasant ride on gently undulating hills as you make your way towards one of the most beautiful villages in all of France!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Riquewihr
Distance: 35km, 792m of ascent, 658m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Pedal to Turckheim, Kayserberg and Colmar
Today’s route will take you from one whimsical village to another, beginning with a visit to the beautiful walled fortified town of Turckheim. Stroll the small lanes lined with half-timbered dwellings, getting a taste of typical Alsace architecture. The route continues as you’re guided through Alsatian wine villages like Kayserberg and finally on to Colmar.
Enjoy your final evening of the tour, savouring Alsace’s famous white wines known for their highly aromatic and floral qualities.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Colmar
Distance: 35km, 314m of ascent, 410m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Departure
This morning your cycling and wine tour of Alsace comes to an end. If you book an extra night here as a supplement in advance, you can spend your day exploring beautiful Colmar and surrounding villages.
Safe travels home!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Departure on April 1st – October 31st, 2024:
Accommodation on the Alsace Wine Route by Bike Tour
This tour is based in hotels. The hotels on this trip vary between 2-star and 4-star and offer basic or modern conveniences. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, pools, or private decks to lounge on. You can also upgrade your accommodation in Obernai and Colmar to premium options for an extra charge.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy and single travellers will pay a supplement.
What’s Included in the Alsace Wine Route by Bike Tour?
Meals
4 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 4 nights are included. Accommodations before the tour in Strasbourg and after the tour in Colmar are not included but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for your luggage is included throughout the tour (1 piece per person). Airport transfers are not included but can be booked in advance as a supplement.
Also Included
Not included
Optional Extras
We rate this tour a 2/5. You should be comfortable riding up to 50km in a day and have previous cycling experience. The terrain is mostly flat and sometimes gently undulating.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
4 breakfasts are included on this tour.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover cycling. Get your Travel Insurance.
Fly into Strasbourg Airport (SXB). From the airport you can take a shuttle train to the city center, taking approximately 10 minutes.
Alternatively, you can book a private transfer to your hotel from the airport in advance as a supplement or arrange your own private transfer.
The tour ends in Colmar. You can take the local train (TER) from Colmar to Strasbourg, which takes approximately 35 minutes, then take the train shuttle to the Strasbourg Airport (SXB).
Alternatively, you can arrange your own private transfer to the airport or back a transfer as a supplement in advance.
Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. Rental bikes are GIANT Argento RS4 GTS, 21-speed hybrid bikes, or GIANT Prime e-bikes.
Bike rental includes a pannier, spare tube, tools, pump, helmet and lock.
Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a road bike suitable for the demands of the tour.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to Alsace for this cycling tour is during the summer (April-June). This tour is available from April through October. If you prefer cycling in cooler temperatures, take this tour in late spring or early fall. If you prefer hotter weather for cycling, enjoy this tour during the summer months.
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