Berlin Wall Trail Cycle
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating multi-day tour that takes you on a journey through history, culture, and nature. This tour is designed for those who have a keen interest in history, particularly the Cold War era, and a love for cycling. Starting from the vibrant city of Berlin, you'll cycle through scenic routes, explore historical sites, and immerse yourself in the local culture. You'll follow the path of the former Berlin Wall, visit iconic landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate and Checkpoint Charlie, and enjoy the natural beauty of the Tegeler Fliess conservation area. The tour also includes a visit to the royal city of Potsdam, known for its palaces and gardens. Each day ends with a comfortable stay in a local hotel, allowing you to rest and rejuvenate for the next day's adventure.
Included
24 or 8 speed rental bike with pannier and repair kit (electric bike available on request - supplement applies)
Information pack including route notes and maps, one set per room booked + GPS Tracks
Emergency hotline
RENTAL BIKES
Brand-name rental bikes in various frame sizes are available for you. We have your height from your booking form. We always try, as far as our possibilities allow, to meet your rental bike requirements (without guarantee)!
Equipment: •suspension front fork •suspension seat post •gel saddle •Hub dynamo
Accessories
•1 waterproof pannier per bike (approx. 12 l) •1 handlebar bag and 1 speedometer per bike •1 bicycle lock •1 puncture repair kit (with repair kit, tools, inner tube) and 1 air pump per room/group
For e-bikes: Additional accessories •1 battery per bike incl. charger •1 instruction manual
TIP: Your own saddle can be brought along and mounted largely without problems if the saddle post fits (Ø 27.2 mm).
Breakdown service
In case you suffer a breakdown with our rental bikes, you will receive a repair kit with mending and tools as an accessory for your rental bike. If you have a breakdown on the road that you cannot repair yourself or need help, please call us. We will do our best to provide help as quickly as possible within the scope of our possibilities.
In the event of a breakdown with the rental bikes, our partner will reimburse your expenses by means of a workshop repair, up to a one-off amount of €25.00. If the costs exceed this amount, they must be agreed in advance by telephone with Mecklenburger Radtour.
Important: Refund only on presentation of the receipt!
Tip: You will also find a selection of local bicycle repair shops in your route booklet on the last pages
5 breakfasts - buffet style with breads, spreads, cheese, often meats and cereals, coffee, tea, juice
vegetarian, vegan, kosher, meat
5 nights in 3 star hotels and guesthouses on a twinshare basis with ensuite facilities
hotel: 5 night(s);
Luggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excess
Destinations
Berlin
PotsdamMap
Attractions
C/O Berlin
Brandenburg Gate
East Side Gallery
Sanssouci Palace
Gedenkstätte Berliner MauerDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Berlin to Oranienburg
- Berlin
- Oranienburg - Arrival day
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- Museum for Communication Berlin
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Upon your arrival in Berlin, you'll take a scenic S-Bahn ride to the town of Oranienburg. If you arrive early, consider visiting the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial, a poignant reminder of the past. Your rental bikes will be ready at the hotel in Oranienburg, where you'll be staying overnight.
Day 2 – Day 2: Oranienburg to Berlin-Mitte
- Oranienburg
- Berlin
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- Brandenburg Gate
- Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer
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Your first day of cycling takes you through the Tegeler Fliess conservation area and onto the Berlin Wall Trail. You'll pass by watchtowers and informative steles, cycling south along the edge of Reinickendorf and Niederschönhausen towards Pankow and Wedding. You'll reach the heart of Berlin, marked by the grand 18th-century Brandenburg Gate. Spend the night in the vibrant district of Berlin-Mitte.
Day 3 – Day 3: Berlin-Mitte to Teltow
- Berlin
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- C/O Berlin
- East Side Gallery
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Day three takes you through the heart of Berlin, from the Brandenburg Gate to Potsdamer Platz. Visit the iconic Checkpoint Charlie and the East Side Gallery, a vibrant art installation on a remnant of the Berlin Wall. Cycle through the district of Kreuzberg and over the Spree River to Ostbahnhof. From there, you'll head to Teltow for an overnight stay.
Day 4 – Day 4: Teltow to Potsdam
- Potsdam
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- Sanssouci Palace
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Day four is a shorter ride, allowing you more time to explore the royal city of Potsdam. Cycle the route of the first Prussian train, passing the former border control point of Dreilinden. In Potsdam, don't miss the chance to visit the Sanssouci palace and its beautiful terraced gardens. You'll stay overnight in Potsdam.
Day 5 – Day 5: Potsdam to Oranienburg
- Potsdam
- Oranienburg
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On day five, you'll cycle through a picturesque landscape of hills, parks, and lakes, passing the Glienicke Bridge and taking a ferry across the Havel river to Kladow. Your route will lead you through the Spandau Forest to Nieder Neuendorf and finally back to Oranienburg for an overnight stay.
Day 6 – Day 6: Departure from Oranienburg
- Oranienburg - Departure day
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Your historical and cultural journey concludes after breakfast on day six. If you wish to extend your stay, we can arrange additional nights upon request.
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