Radreise 04: Wo Flüsse Geschichten schreiben | Euskirchen-Wittlich

Cycling trip
7 daysFrom 559.00 €

✔Early-bird discount through Feb. 28, 2027 ✔7 days ✔approx. 260 km ✔from Bad Münstereifel to Wittlich ✔Packed lunches.


Book by February 28, 2027, at a special price starting at €545.00

This 260-kilometer cycling tour runs from Bad Münstereifel in the north of the Eifel to Wittlich in the south and is easily accessible by train. This seven-day cycling tour through the heart of the Eifel is a carefree pleasure whether you’re riding an e-bike or are in good physical condition.

The Eifel is incomparably diverse—sometimes gentle river floodplains, sometimes rugged rock formations, sometimes magnificent panoramic views, and sometimes dense forests. The towns, too, have their own unique character. A multi-day bike tour from Bad Münstereifel in the fertile plain through the mountains to Wittlich offers the quintessential Eifel experience. Good news for eco-conscious cycling enthusiasts: thanks to excellent train connections at both the start and finish, this trip can be enjoyed entirely without a car.

The bike tour begins at a leisurely pace in the Kneipp spa town of Bad Münstereifel, with its picturesque historic downtown and what is arguably Germany’s coziest City Outlet. Here, the full wildness of the Eifel comes to life. Deep, forested valleys line the route all the way to the narrow streets of Blankenheim, home to the source of the Ahr River. The route then climbs high into the Volcanic Eifel to Gerolstein, where the Helenenquelle spring attests to the fame of this “city of springs”: pure mineral water.

Bitburg, in the southern Eifel, is nestled in a lovely hilly landscape. The world-famous Bitburger Brewery welcomes visitors with an experience center. The route continues through the German-Luxembourg border region, always close to the water, all the way to the ancient imperial city of Trier with its wealth of World Heritage sites. The vineyards of the Moselle accompany cyclists downstream to the mouth of the Lieser, on whose banks lies the old market town of Wittlich.

Impressions

Travel itinerary

Total length of the route: 245 km
  1. Total distance: Bad Münstereifel – Wittlich | approx. 245 km

    • Elevation gain: ▲approx. 1,223 m ▼approx. 1,200 m
    1. Day 1: Arrival in Bad Münstereifel

      • Travel to Bad Münstereifel on your own
      • Recommendation: Take the train to Euskirchen and cycle along the Erft Bike Path to Bad Münstereifel (approx. 15 km). Alternatively: Take the S-Bahn from Euskirchen to Bad Münstereifel
      • Elevation: ▲ Ascent approx. 122 m | ▼ Descent approx. 10 m
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        Cycling

        The Erft cycle route

        Nettersheim
        Distance:114.4 km Duration:6:00 h Difficulty:Easy

        Nettersheim-Holzmülheim - Neuss

    2. Day 2: EifelRadSchleife Loop | 37 km or 25 km

      • Circular ride on the EifelRadSchleife "Bad Münstereifel Panorama" (approx. 37 km) or "Roman Times and the Middle Ages" (approx. 25 km)
      • Stroll through the CityOutlet
      • Overnight stay in Bad Münstereifel
      1. Two women are walking in front of colorful half-timbered houses in a picturesque town. The sun is shining and the atmosphere is friendly and inviting.
        Copyright: Eifel Tourismus GmbH, Dominik Ketz

        City-Outlet and historic Bad Münstereifel

        Bad Münstereifel
        Open today

        Bad Münstereifel is a small romantic town that has grown historically over the years, with picturesque timber-framed houses and the City Outlet, with attractive shops that are worth paying a visit. You can take a break in the many cosy cafés and restaurants.

    3. Day 3: Bad Münstereifel – Hillesheim | approx. 55 km

      • Bike Tour Along the Erft Bike Trail, Ahr Bike Trail, and Kalkeifel Bike Trail
      • Elevation gain: ▲ Ascent approx. 540 m | ▼ Descent approx. 389 m
      • Overnight stay in Hillesheim

      1. Two hikers stand in front of an old well with two entrances, which are equipped with grate doors. In the background, there is a sign that reads "AHROUELLE."
        Copyright: Eifel Tourismus GmbH, Dominik Ketz

        Ahrquelle

        Blankenheim
        Open today

        In the cellar of one half-timbered-house from 1726 you can find the spring of the river Ahr.

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        Cycling

        The Erft cycle route

        Nettersheim
        Distance:114.4 km Duration:6:00 h Difficulty:Easy

        Nettersheim-Holzmülheim - Neuss

    4. Day 4: Hillesheim – Bitburg | approx. 50 km

      • Bike Tour Along the Kalkeifel Bike Trail and the Kyll Bike Trail
      • Elevation gain: ▲ Ascent approx. 327 m | ▼ Descent approx. 438 m
      • Overnight stay in Bitburg
      1. An exhibition with several white displays showcasing historical images. In the background, historical photographs can be seen on the wall.
        Copyright: Bitburger Braugruppe GmbH

        Bitburger Erlebniswelt

        Bitburg
        Open today

        The home of Bitburger Come to the Bitburger Erlebniswelt to experience our number one draught beer with all five senses

      2. Copyright: Eifel Tourismus GmbH, Dominik Ketz
        Cycling

        Kyll Valley Cycle Route

        Hellenthal
        Distance:121.4 km Duration:10:00 h Difficulty:Medium

        Losheimergraben – Trier | The Kyll Bike Path runs from Losheimergraben to Trier through the Eifel region along the Kyll River. The Cologne–Trier railroad line runs parallel to it.

    5. Day 5: Bitburg – Trier | approx. 62 km

      • Bike Tour Along the Nims Bike Trail, Prüm Bike Trail, Sauer Bike Trail, and Moselle Bike Trail
      • Elevation gain: ▲ Ascent approx. 140 m | ▼ Descent approx. 357 m
      • Overnight stay in Trier
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        Cycling

        Sauer Valley Cycle Route

        Wasserbillig
        Distance:61.2 km Duration:5:00 h Difficulty:Easy

        Wasserbilligerbrück/Wasserbillig - Ettelbrück

      2. Copyright: Eifel Tourismus GmbH, Dominik Ketz
        Cycling

        Nims Valley Cycle Route

        Weinsheim
        Distance:64.4 km Duration:4:24 h Difficulty:Medium

        Weinsheim bei Prüm - Irreler Mühle

    6. Day 6: Trier – Wittlich | approx. 80 km

      • Bike Tour Along the Moselle Bike Path and the Maare-Moselle Bike Path
      • Elevation gain: ▲ Ascent approx. 163 m | ▼ Descent approx. 121 m
      • Overnight stay in Wittlich
    7. Day 7: Departure

      • After breakfast, your cycling tour comes to an end
      • You can return by train from the Wittlich-Wengerohr station.

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      October 15, 2026 to December 31, 2027

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