Join us — three friends all named Daniel — as we take on the beautiful Saaleradweg, one of Germany’s most scenic and well-marked long-distance cycling routes. This 400+ km tour follows the Saale River from its source in the Fichtelgebirge mountains to its mouth at the Elbe, passing through breathtaking nature, historic East German cities, and countless picturesque landscapes.
Route Facts:
– Difficulty: Challenging
– Distance: 409.7 km
– Duration: ~31 hours of riding
– Total Ascent: 2,047 m
– Total Descent: 2,732 m
– Highest Point: 701 m
– Lowest Point: 48 m
What We Loved:
– Easy navigation with plenty of signposts and an official GPS track (linked below)
– Dedicated cycling paths for most of the way
– Watching the Saale River grow as we followed it downstream
– Exploring charming East German towns full of character and history
– Riding with great company (when everyone’s named Daniel, how can you go wrong?)
Official Saaleradweg Route & Info:
https://www.saaleradweg.de/radweg/
Whether you’re planning your own bike tour in Germany or just enjoy armchair adventures, this video will give you a great taste of what the Saaleradweg has to offer!
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