Mosel River Bike Tours
Europe's Winding Waterway
The Mosel River, known as the Moselle in France and Luxembourg and the Mosel in Germany, flows for over 300 miles from the Vosges Mountains in northeastern France to its confluence with the Rhine at Koblenz.
Along the way, it winds through Luxembourg’s wine country and Germany’s Rhineland-Palatinate, creating one of Europe’s most picturesque valleys.
Famous for its terraced vineyards, Riesling wines, medieval castles, and charming half-timbered towns, the Mosel has been a cultural crossroads since Roman times, offering travelers a true blend of history, nature, and tradition.
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Why cycle the Mosel River?
A bike tour is the perfect way to explore this enchanting landscape at a relaxed pace, following riverside paths that connect historic towns like Trier, Bernkastel-Kues, and Cochem. For an even more immersive experience, a Mosel bike and boat tour lets you cycle by day and cruise by night, combining the best of both worlds.
Pedal past steep vineyards, sample local wines, and visit Roman ruins and fairytale castles, then return to the comfort of your floating hotel on the river. With its mild climate, scenic routes, and rich cultural heritage, the Mosel is an unforgettable destination for cyclists of all levels.
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What are the highlights of the Mosel River?
- Three countries, one river - From France, through Luxembourg, into Germany
- Vineyards & Riesling wines - Steep, terraced vineyards producing some of the world's finest Rieslings (wine tastings available)
- Trier - Germany's oldest city with Roman ruins
- Cochem - Fairytale Reichsburg Cochem Castle
- Bernkastel-Kues - Beautiful half-timbered houses
- Scenic cycling paths - Accessible, flat, well-marked riverside trails
- World-famous river bends - Phenomenal natural landscapes & excellent photo opportunities
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When's the best time to visit the Mosel River?
The best time to visit the Mosel River is late spring through early fall, when mild weather and long days make cycling and sightseeing especially pleasant. In the fall, the vineyards turn golden and the grape harvest brings lively wine festivals, making it one of the most atmospheric times to explore the valley.
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Mosel Bike Path: Dreamy Mosel Valley from Trier to Koblenz
Germany 
Mosel & Saar by Bike & Boat
Germany 
German Wine Country along the Saar & Mosel Rivers
Germany 
Metz and Cochem Premier Version
France 
Metz and Cochem Classic Version
France 
The Magic of the Mosel: Cycling from Cochem to Metz
France 
Highlight of our European trip
“What a fantastic experience. Exceeded all our expectations. Cycling on an e-bike was almost effortless (although after a couple of days we were glad we brought our padded gel…” Full Review
“What a fantastic experience. Exceeded all our expectations. Cycling on an e-bike was almost effortless (although after a couple of days we were glad we brought our padded gel seats). The cycling was mostly flat and mostly on dedicated cycle paths. Very rarely wrre you on the road with the cars.
The food was a class above what we were expecting. Breakfast was plentiful and dinner was delicious and well presented.
We received a discount for our room (#227) as it was at the rear of the boat and was affected by engine noise. To be honest the noise when moored was no worse than most aircon units. Our room was also 1 sq metre larger than most others which meant we had a double bed (as opposed to two singles) and had plenty of room for our clothing and luggage in the twin wardrobes and drawers.
Julia, the cruise director, was fantastic at explaining the ins and outs of each up,-coming day and organising the additional shore excursions.
Being the first week of May there were many shops, cafes and restaurants along the way that weren't open but we always found somewhere to stop and rest. It also meant the roads and cycleways were not so busy, as the would be in the holiday season.
Overall a great blend of history, scenery and relaxation. Looking forward to our next trip.” Less
—David and Cherie
Land of Castles and Wine
Metz and Cochem Premier Version
“We went on the bike-boat tour in mid-October towards the end of the boat's sailing season. The weather had been rainy the week before, but the towns and castles on the route…” Full Review
“We went on the bike-boat tour in mid-October towards the end of the boat's sailing season. The weather had been rainy the week before, but the towns and castles on the route were captivating when the sky cleared up. The bike paths in Germany and Luxembourg were wide and easy to navigate with the help of our guides. We enjoyed learning of the interesting history of castles and the Roman introduction of wine growing in the Moselle region. Some of the towns had more tourists than I expected for the time of the year, but the number of tourists subsided in the evenings.
We had a good number of café stops on the bike for rest breaks and rehydration. The delicious meals on board were artfully and expertly prepared by the resident chef and served by a friendly and helpful crew.
Our room was small with 2 single beds on opposite sides of the room and had a small attached bathroom with a shower. We didn't mind the small size much since much of the day was spent on the bike. The beds were comfortable, and the room was made every day by the crew.
We visited many castles, as there seems to be at least 1 for each city we visited. One excursion that we paid extra for was a Wine Experience tour in Bernkastel-Kues, Germany. The tour described the different wines in the Moselle region and provided tasting samples of varieties. The tour included fun novelties such as the mirror room and the social media ready Wine Queen prop.
We enjoyed meeting and riding with the 28 other guests on the boat. Many were experienced bike tourists, and all had a good time sharing their experiences.” Less
—Hung Kang
Biking, Vinyards, and Castles
“Biking along the beautiful Mosel River with a view of the Reisling Vinyards, and a warm reception aboard our floating hotel was a wonderful experience.”
—Kim Wasik
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