Cycle Routes Between the Baltic Sea and the Lake District

Adventure Tours for a Short Vacation

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Whether on one of the islands, through the Mecklenburg Lake District, from river to river or on the trail of the – There are varied cycle routes through Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's unique nature and culture in all regions of the vacation region. Simply load your bike into your car or hire one and off you go on an active short break.

Away with a swing: discover Mecklenburg-Vorpommern on circular cycle routes 

Cross Mecklenburg-Vorpommern by bike: The circular cycle routes take you past glittering lakes and fairytale Schlössern, through historic Hanseatic towns and moonlit Baltic Sea beaches. Sometimes the route leads over asphalted roads, then again over forest paths or sandy stretches. But it is always close to the water. Centuries-old beech forests, strictly protected bird sanctuaries and picturesque coastal landscapes adorn the cycle routes in MV.

Some tours offer a whole week of cycling fun, others can easily be completed over an extended weekend. The stage destinations can be planned individually and are ideal for visiting nearby sights or cooling off in one of the numerous lakes. If you like, you can also take one of the Radfernwege in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern umschwenken – many places überkreuz sich die Radwege, so that you can continue cycling as you please. The MV tour portal provides tips and inspiration for further stage and day tours. 

Lakes as far as the eye can see: The Mecklenburg Lakes Circular Trail

Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is the land of 1,000 lakes. What better way to enjoy the splendor of these lakes than on a multi-day cycle tour through the Mecklenburg Lake District? The circular cycle route takes you around 265 kilometers past some of the most famous lakes in the state. In four days, cyclists pass countless lakes such as the Pinnower, the Krakower and the Schweriner See and cross the Naturpark Sternberger Seenland. Green meadows and dense deciduous forests dominate the landscape, as do the clear rivers and sparkling lakes, which are perfect for a quick dip. History buffs will find the Village of Mecklenburg, which gave the state its current name, the medieval town of Sternberg and the Märchenschloss Kaarz numerous excursion destinations that offer insights into the state's past and undoubtedly make the circular cycle route one of the most beautiful cycle tours in the Mecklenburg Lake District.   

Cycle tour around the Müritz: All around Germany's largest inland lake 

A cycle tour around the Müritz may seem like a circumnavigation of the sea to some cyclists. Over a distance of more than 80 kilometers, cyclists circle Germany's largest inland lake once in two days. Starting from the north bank of the Müritz, the route continues through the old town of Waren (Müritz) and on through the Müritz National Park. You quickly get the impression of being immersed in a completely different world, surrounded by rustic forests and mystically sparkling lakes. Those who have fallen under the spell of this paradisiacal region can delve deeper into the underwater world of the Müritz at the Müritzeum 

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At a glance: The most beautiful cycle tours in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern 

Numerous circular cycle routes invite you to explore Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's varied landscapes. Discover imposing chalk cliffs, centuries-old beech forests and a unique lake landscape on the most beautiful cycle tours in the Mecklenburg Lake District, Mecklenburg Switzerland and on the Baltic Sea islands.

The Most Beautiful Bike Tours

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    Rügen circular route

    • Length: 275 km
    • Etappen: 5

    Stages: 5 | Germany's largest island delights with its diversity. Miles of sandy beaches and rugged cliffs, sophisticated seaside resorts and quaint fishing villages. In addition, unspoiled nature. Cyclists can enjoy fascinating views from world-famous chalk cliffs and hills in the island's interior to the sea and Bodden, to meadows and forests.

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    Usedom circular route

    • Length: 160 km
    • Etappen: 3

    While the seaside resorts are strung together like pearls along the 42 km long white sandy beach, the green hinterland of the sunny island fascinates with rustic thatched-roof houses and untouched nature. The contrast of sea, beach, nature and idyll make the bike tour on Usedom a varied pleasure.

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    Fischland-Darß-Zingst circular route

    • Length: 200 km
    • Etappen: 4

    The Fischland-Darß-Zingst Peninsula is one of the most impressive landscapes in Europe. Its beaches and steep banks, bays and spits and the National Park of Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft form a unique land of adventure.

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    Müritz circular route

    • Length: 83 km
    • Etappen: 2

    From the northern shore of the Müritz, Germany's largest inland lake, the well-maintained cycle path leads out of the old town of Waren (Müritz), past the town harbor directly into the Müritz National Park. It is recommended to use the Müritz National Park ticket to experience all the attractions of the extensive protected area. A visit to the Müritzeum is also worthwhile.

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    Western Brick Circuit

    • Length: 370 km
    • Etappen: 7

    Stages: 7 | From simple clay bricks, master builders of past centuries created works of art for eternity. Not only cyclists admire the baked beauties, which shine in warm red tones like church towers and town gates, farmhouses and town houses everywhere.

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    Eastern Brick Circuit

    • Length: 305 km
    • Etappen: 5

    The brick churches in Rostock, Stralsund and Greifswald are considered the crowning glory of medieval architecture. In smaller harbor towns and in the hinterland, too, the red stones pile up to form imposing contemporary witnesses. In addition to a lot of history, cyclists enjoy unspoiled nature and swimming fun.

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    Manor house circuit

    • Length: 120 km
    • Etappen: 2

    In the midst of rolling hills, flowering fields and cooling forests, there are small intact worlds - villages with handsome manor houses from the 18th and 19th centuries. The magnificent buildings impress with Roman columns, Baroque scrollwork or neo-Gothic pointed arches and in many places with beautiful parks.

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    Castles circuit

    • Length: 135 km
    • Etappen: 2

    In the mountains of Mecklenburg Switzerland, one fairy-tale castle dreams next to another. They stand among stately hills, hidden valleys and romantic lakes. Wild roses and apple trees line the fields. Meter-thick oaks watch over flower-strewn meadows. In between, streams and ponds sparkle with water lilies and swans.

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    Residence Cities Circuit

    • Length: 285 km
    • Etappen: 5

    The Dukes of Mecklenburg left behind a veritable flood of castles. Through disputes over the regency, they divided the land several times. The circular route follows the tracks of the dukes to the former residences - government palaces, summer residences, pleasure and hunting palaces.

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  • Manor house circuit

    • Length: 230 km
    • Etappen: 4

    Manorial country estates reflect the former wealth of lords of the manor, blue-blooded aristocrats and highly decorated civil servants. In the hills of Mecklenburg Switzerland, the imposing country palaces are particularly densely populated.

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    Szczecin Lagoon Circuit

    • Length: 297 km
    • Etappen: 5

    Route section in MV: 108 km | Stages: 7 | The journey around the wide Szczecin Lagoon promises boundless cycling pleasure. It leads from Germany to Poland and back again - across the island sisters Usedom and Wolin, through noble seaside resorts and small villages, harbor towns and unspoiled nature.

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    Ice Age Route

    • Length: 375 km
    • Etappen: 7

    The Mecklenburg Lake District is a gift of the last ice age. Mighty glaciers left behind hundreds of large and small lakes, considerable mountains and hills, and dragged in huge boulders. A route to melt away!

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    Elbetal-Schaalsee circular route

    • Length: 361 km
    • Etappen: 7

    Stages: 7 | Some time ago, the inner-German border ran directly along the Elbe and the Schaalsee. In the former no man's land, an original landscape with unique flora and fauna has been preserved. The round trip promises unforgettable experiences of nature and history.

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    Eldetal circular route

    • Length: 320 km
    • Etappen: 7

    Stages: 7 | The Müritz-Elde waterway connects Lake Plauer See with the Elbe. Even for saddle captains, the trip along the blue avenue is a sparkling pleasure. Between Lake Plauer See and one of the most beautiful river valleys in Europe, a country dreams like something out of a picture book - with half-timbered towns, villages, castles, rapeseed fields, lakes and forests.

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    Recknitztal circular route

    • Length: 210 km
    • Etappen: 4

    The Recknitz - playful beauty in the midst of unspoiled nature and picture-perfect towns and villages. The Recknitz Valley - a paradise for beavers and otters. The tour - a feast for nature-loving cyclists. The Krönchen - the beautiful Renaissance castle in Güstrow.

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    Warnowtal circular route

    • Length: 230 km
    • Etappen: 4

    The river with the most water in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern impresses with its versatility. Sometimes the Warnow meanders peacefully through flower meadows and floodplain forests, sometimes it rushes like a mountain stream over large boulders and fallen trees. A wild and romantic adventure not only for cyclists.

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    Tollensetal circular route

    • Length: 170 km
    • Etappen: 3

    Embedded in a ground moraine landscape shaped by the ice age, the Tollense meanders through the unspoiled nature. Numerous brick churches, manor houses and Klempenow Castle bear witness to the region's eventful history. The highlight of the tour is the round trip around Lake Tollense.

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  • Brohmer Mountains & Randow Valley Loop Trail

    • Length: 205 km
    • Etappen: 4

    Stately hills, gentle valleys and clear lakes - the mountain world in the far northeast is the work of the last ice age. Shady avenues and wide meadows accompany cyclists on their way through a varied landscape between mountain and valley.

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    Mecklenburg Lakes Circuit

    • Length: 265 km
    • Etappen: 4

    In the southwest of the country, the water sparkles in enchanting diversity. One blue pearl follows the next. There are over ninety in the Sternberg Lake District Nature Park alone. Lake Schwerin is the largest on this tour. For bathing enthusiasts and history buffs, the route is pure pleasure.

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    Peene Valley circular route

    • Length: 140 km
    • Etappen: 3

    The Peene Valley is one of the last undeveloped river landscapes in Europe. Over a good 100 kilometers, the "Amazon of the North" flows leisurely from Mecklenburg Switzerland to the mouth of the Haff. It spoils cyclists with its dreamlike tranquility and unspoiled nature.

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What are the most beautiful cycle routes in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern?

Whether on the coast or inland, true treasures await you everywhere. The most popular tours include the Rügen circular route with its chalk cliffs, the tour around the Müritz, Germany's largest inland lake, or the fairytale Schlüsser circular route. Each route has its own unique, invigorating character. Just find out which one suits you best and start your adventure!

Are there also short bike tours for a weekend?

Many circular trails are perfect for a short break. For example, explore the 83-kilometre Müritz circular trail in two stages or the charming manor house circular trail (120 km). The Trebeltal circular trail can also be experienced wonderfully in two days. This allows you to immerse yourself in the unique landscape, take a deep breath and recharge your batteries in a short space of time.

How can I imagine a bike tour on Rügen?

The 275-kilometre Rügen circular route awaits you on Germany's largest island. In five stages, it takes you past lunar seabeds, quaint fishing villages and the world-famous chalk cliffs. Experience fascinating views of the sea and the Bodden landscape. An unforgettable journey of discovery full of contrasts, where you can experience the full diversity of the island!

Which tour is recommended for the Mecklenburg Lake District?

The Mecklenburg Lakes Circular Trail is a fantastic tour through the land of 1,000 lakes. On 265 kilometers you cycle in four stages past glittering pearls such as Lake Schwerin or Krakow and through the Sternberger Seenland Nature Park. Along the way, countless clear lakes invite you to cool off. Be enchanted by the vastness and tranquil beauty of this watery landscape.

Can you also experience culture and history on the cycle paths?

In any case! Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is rich in history, which you can actively explore. Follow the traces of Brick Gothic on the Brick Circular Trail or feel like you're in a fairy tale on the Castle Circular Trail. The manor house and residence town circular trails also take you to magnificent buildings and back in time. A perfect combination of exercise and cultural enjoyment!

What is the condition of the cycle paths in MV?

The routes are as varied as the landscape itself. Sometimes you cycle in a relaxed manner on asphalted roads, then again you immerse yourself in the silence of nature on solid forest paths or feel the sand under your tires at coastal height. But almost all trails have one thing in common: the nearest sparkling water is never far away for a refreshing break.

Can I combine different cycle routes?

Yes, this is often possible without any problems and makes your tour even more individual! In many places, the circular cycle routes intersect or meet one of the major long-distance cycle routes. So you can just keep on cycling as you please, explore new paths and put together your own personal route through our beautiful country. Be brave and discover what's waiting around the next bend.

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