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Bronze statue of two men in 18th century clothing standing side by side, with green trees in the background in Thuringia.

(Copyright: Steschum)

Thuringian highlights

Lodging in Weimar

Season 2026 available with 3% discount
Cycling holiday
6 Days / 5 Nights
Based in one hotel
Individual tour
Bronze statue of two men in 18th century clothing standing side by side, with green trees in the background in Thuringia.

(Copyright: Steschum)

Experience the enchanting beauty of Weimar and its surroundings on our cycling tour.

Traverse rolling hills, blooming meadows, lush forests, and charming villages throughout your journey. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the Thuringian Basin as you visit historic castles, gardens, and iconic sites like the Goethe National Museum. 

Indulge in a delightful fusion of nature and culture, enhanced by warm local hospitality and delectable culinary offerings.

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The itinerary
 at a glance

For your 6-day location-based tour in the Weimar area

Weimar offers a worldwide unique historic tradition. Museums, memorial places, churches and an interesting history are reminding on the life of many well-known persons. The thousand-year-old city knows many big names as for example Goethe, Schiller, Herder, Wieland, Lucas Cranch, Johann Sebastian Bach and Franz Liszt. Today Weimar is a pulsating centre of art and science.

Arrive early – Weimar is awaiting you with historic and culinary inner city.

The first stage takes you along the Thuringian chain of towns to Erfurt. In the state capital of Thuringia, Erfurt Cathedral is definitely worth a visit. You should also visit the Krämerbrücke. There are numerous churches and half-timbered houses in the medieval town center. And the cozy inns tempt you to sample Thuringian specialties. After an extensive stay, you will return to Weimar through the beautiful countryside.

You leave Weimar heading north, following the course of the River Ilm. You quickly reach Tierfurt Castle through impressive parks. After a short stop, you continue along the Ilm.

Numerous castles and palaces line your route. Apolda is the perfect place to stop for lunch. The town boasts a more than 250-year-old tradition of bell casting. A short loop takes you back to your starting point by bike through the Weimarer Land region.

Today you will enjoy plenty of peace and quiet in unspoiled natural landscapes. Certainly a balm for your soul! The route takes you via the spa town of Bad Berka to the Munich manor, situated in the middle of the green vacation idyll of the Weimarer Land. The two-castle town of Kranichfeld, in the middle Ilm valley, is ideal for a lunch break and a dip in the cool waters of the Hohenfelden reservoir provides refreshment.

After a break for a swim, the route leads through forests, meadows and fields back to Weimar.

Today you cycle along the Thuringian chain of towns to Jena. The university town on the Saale is definitely worth a stroll. You can reach for the stars in the Zeiss Planetarium. You will find an extensive art collection in the Jena City Museum.

After an extensive stay, you return to your starting point through beautiful landscapes. The fresh air and unspoiled nature will make up for the occasional climb. And the Weimarer Pils will taste all the better in the evening. Of course, a Thuringian bratwurst goes perfectly with it.

Your cycle tour ends after breakfast. You start your journey home with lots of great impressions in your luggage. We are happy to book an additional stay on request.

Want a bespoke itinerary?

If you like this tour but the itinerary isn't quite what you're looking for, get in touch! We can adapt (almost) anything to suit you. Find out more about our tailor-made cycling tours.

Level

Occasional cyclists

You prefer flat terrain, but you won’t be put off by the occasional hill. There has to be the right mix of breaks, nature and culture. You enjoy exercise and bring some stamina and cycling experience to the table.

Topography

The route follows several connected river cycle paths and the Thuringian chain of towns, with some hilly sections.

Road conditions

You will mainly be travelling on asphalted cycle paths and roads with little traffic.

Route-finding & navigation

You will navigate by yourself using maps and/or GPS data.

Fancy a break from cycling?

On a location-based tour, you can simply choose to skip a day's cycling if a stage seems too difficult for you.

Regional map showing Weimar with red location marker, surrounded by cities Erfurt, Apolda, Jena, Bad Berka, Kranichfeld and Hohenfelden.

Services & info
 Trip details

  • 5 x overnight stay in 3*Hotel Kaiserin Augusta
  • 5 x hearty breakfast buffet
  • 1 x dinner with 3-course menu or buffet
  • 1 x packed lunch for on the go
  • 1 x ice cream in Weimar
  • Guided tour in Weimar

  • Admission to the Goethe Nationalmuseum
  • Carefully designed routes
  • PEDALO app and/or GPS data
  • Detailed info package in digital form in German and English
  • 7-day service hotline in German and English
  • Printed version of the route book, per package: € 20,-
Taxes & Fees

Local/resort tax: according to tariff

If applicable, these are to be paid directly to the hotel and are not included in the holiday price.

Prices & Dates
 at a glance

2025

Arrival: Daily from 05.04. to 04.10.2025

 

2026 - get an early bird discount of 3%

For travel dates 2026 you will receive - until 31 January 2026 - an early bird discount of 3% on the basic travel price

Arrival: Daily from 04.04. to 03.10.2026

Prices per person in EUR

Frequently asked
 questions

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There are places in the world of cycle touring that are just so picturesque and diverse that once you have arrived, you can't tear yourself away. They have so much to offer that you will struggle to decide which direction to cycle in first. These special spots are where we at PEDALO have created our location-based tours just for you.

Keep riding, but always stay in the same place

In contrast to staged tours and round trips, you won't cycle from place to place, and thus from hotel to hotel. Instead, you will stay in one and the same accommodation for the duration of your cycling holiday. This hotel will be the starting point for fascinating cycling excursions in the surrounding area. Every day, there will be new routes for you to explore. Every evening, you will return to hosts who put their heart and soul into their work and offer you a pleasantly cosy atmosphere with a healthy dose of class. Instead of having to pack your bags each day, you simply get to ride your bike and enjoy your holiday.

For beginners, improvers - and anyone seeking a breath of fresh air

This type of cycling holiday is designed for anyone who likes to take it easy. If you’re feeling a bit too sore for cycling or the weather isn't looking good, you can simply take a day off. Location-based tours are also ideal for first-time cyclists who may not yet know exactly how much they can or want to tackle in a day. No unnecessary stress, just pure freedom - so your tour can be all about the joy of cycling!

Your travel documents usually include general travel information, a hotel list, a road book and/or detailed maps as well as a textual description of the route; you will also get luggage tags and possibly also vouchers and/or information material on the various sightseeing attractions. The exact contents of the information package depend on the booked trip and its included services.

The documents will be sent to you approx. two to three weeks before the start of your tour. Depending on the trip, you may receive them partly in digital form and partly by post – or you will receive the hotel list and general travel information in advance by e-mail, and the remaining documents along with the maps on site at your starting hotel.

Please note that the travel documents are issued exclusively for PEDALO guests and are therefore not available without a booking.

Travel insurance is not included in our prices. You can decide whether to get a quote elsewhere or simply book your travel insurance online at pedalo.com/en/service/travel-insurance. In any case, we recommend that you take out travel cancellation insurance!

Please note that for last-minute bookings (less than 30 days before the start of the trip), insurance cover can only be taken out within 3 days of booking.

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