Cycling holidays in Germany: Baltic Sea Cycle Route and EuroVelo 10 between Lübeck and Stralsund

The Baltic Sea Cycle Route is a very popular route for Germans for their cycling holidays. And for good reason, between Lübeck and Stralsund, you visit the important cities of the Hanseatic League. This trading confederation was very powerful in medieval times and marked the cities that were part of it with its red brick Gothic architecture. An authentic atmosphere emerges from it and seduces its visitors.
It is also an opportunity to discover unspoiled nature and to cycle on islands, peninsulas, through forests or wild beaches. Take your swimsuit if you are not afraid of swimming in cold water because you will certainly want to stop on one of the many beaches taken from the Baltic Sea coast.
Highlights of the tour :
- Hanseatic cities of Lübeck, Wismar, Rostock and Stralsund
- Brooker Wald Nature Reserve
- Poel Island
- Darss Forest and one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe
Day 1: Arrival in Lübeck
This cycling holiday in Germany begins in the Hanseatic city of Lübeck. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987. Its red-brick Gothic architecture is a medieval relic from when it was the capital of the powerful Hanseatic League (trading confederation).
Overnight in Lübeck
Day 2: Lübeck to Wismar (55 km + boat)
The day begins with a boat trip on the Trave to Travemünd (included), home to Germany's oldest lighthouse. You can then take a ferry to Priwall (not included) and start cycling along the Baltic Sea coast in the Brooker Wald nature reserve. You quickly reach Boltenhagen. From the top of the cliffs, you have a breathtaking view of the entire bay. The route ends in the Hanseatic city of Wismar.
Overnight in Wismar
Day 3: Wismar to Bad Doberan (55 km + boat)
Today you embark for the island of Poel. Prepare your swimsuit because the island has beautiful beaches. If you want to go around it, it is about 25 km. The route then takes you to the seaside resorts of Rerik and Kühlungsborn before arriving at the peaceful town of Bad Doberan and its magnificent cathedral.
Overnight in Bad Doberan
Day 4: Bad Doberan to Dierhagen or Graal-Müritz (50/45 km + boat)
Before reaching the Fischland peninsula, you can take a trip to the largest beach on the Baltic Sea in Warnemünde. Or why not make a little detour to the Hanseatic city of Rostock? In Warnemünde, the ferry (not included) drops you off at Hohe Düne. After a few kilometers you are in Ribnitz-Damgarten, a town on Lake Saale Bodden, where you can visit the Amber Museum.
Overnight on Dierhagen or Graal-Müritz
Day 5: Dierhagen or Graal-Müritz to Barth or Zingst (40 to 60 km)
Discover the Darss Forest and the romance of one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe. This wild and unspoiled beach is only accessible on foot, by bike or on horseback. From Zingst you drive to the mainland and the old Swedish town of Barth.
Overnight in Barth or Zingst
Day 6: Barth or Zingst to Stralsund (45/55 km)
On this last stage, you will see your destination from afar with its 3 imposing circuits. Stralsund was also an important city of the Hanseatic League and the architectural heritage of this time is so well preserved that it has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy your evening to stroll through the old town.
Overnight in Stralsund
Day 7: Stralsund
End of the tour after breakfast. Possibility of additional night(s).