Especially when you think of the idyllic landscape of the fjords on the western Little Belt, the islands of South Funen and the impressive chalk cliffs on the island of Møn. And let's not forget the cute little coastal towns or simply the picturesque, often lonely white Baltic beaches that make a cycle tour an experience - regardless of whether the tour covers 800 kilometres and almost 20 stages or whether you only tackle a small, fine section, such as the circumnavigation of the island of Funen or Lillebælt.
Character
The route, marked with the blue "Østersøruten" sign, runs for long stretches on tarmac, quiet side roads and cycle paths. Along the coast and in forests, it occasionally runs along gravel and sand paths. Only rarely does it cross cycle lanes along busy main roads. Recommended for children aged eight and over.
Route
The Baltic Sea Cycle Route starts in Padborg and ends in Sønderborg after around 800 kilometres. The route connects the mainland with the islands of Als, Ærø, Langeland, Lolland, Falster, Bogø, Møn, Zealand and Funen, with a variant via the island of Tåsinge. Due to its length and various ferry connections, the Baltic Sea Cycle Route offers many variations for a cycle tour. Recommended in 15-20 day stages for the entire route.
Best time to travel End of May until September
Journey
Sønderborg is easy to reach by train via Hamburg. Cycling hotline for the railway on 01805/99 66 33.
Cycling hotels
The choice of hotels is not so plentiful, so be sure to book in advance during the high season http://www.bikeandsea-denmark.com
We also recommend private bed & breakfasts and the relatively comfortable youth hostels http://www.danhostel.dk
Those who like camping will find a large selection of campsites http://www.campingraadet.dk
Organiser
Cycle tour offers e.g. at Die Mecklenburger Radtour http://www.mecklenburgerradtour.de
Velocipede http://www.velociped.de
Maps/Literature
bikeline cycle tour book "Baltic Sea Cycle Route Denmark" 1:75,000 with GPS tracks, 152 pages, 12.90 euros.
Information (general)
Danish Tourist Office, Postfach 70 17 40, 22017 Hamburg, Tel. 01805/326463 (0.14 Euro/minute from a landline, max. 0.42 Euro from a mobile phone), http://www.visitdenmark.com
Internet
http://www.bikeandseadenmark.com (Detailed website for the Baltic Sea Cycle Route)
