The Ahr cycle path — through the Eifel in 3 stages

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From the source in Blankenheim, the Ahr cycle path winds its way through the Eifel to the Rhine. Following the river the entire way, it goes through a charming landscape of wooded hills and green meadows. As you pedal, you'll ride by picturesque vineyards, spectacular rock formations, pretty castles, charming towns, cozy wine villages, old bridges — and you'll experience the true variety of this region.

The 46-mile (75-kilometer) long Ahr cycle path begins in Blankenheim at the source of the Ahr, which bubbles out of an old half-timbered house. From its source, it accompanies the river to its mouth into the Rhine near Kripp, a district of Remagen. Taking you downhill the entire way, the cycle path is very easy to ride, and it's best completed over three stages. If you only have one weekend, however, you can also combine the last two stages and complete the ride a little more quickly.

As you go, you'll find comfortable overnight accommodation options at all stage destinations. You'll also find numerous restaurants and cafes en route. On your ride along the Ahr, you will also pass through Germany's largest red wine growing area, where you will find many wineries that also invite you in for a quick break.

You can easily reach the start and finish of the Ahr cycle path by train. The approximately three-mile-long (five-kilometer-long) stretch from Blankenheim (Wald) station to the source of the Ahr is included in the first stage so that you can simply start cycling. At the end of the cycle path, there are two railway stations that can be considered for departure: Sinzig or Linz on the Rhine.