Freiburg is a cycling gateway with 17 tours reaching Baden-Württemberg, Black Forest, and Grand Est.
The tours that start or end here, and the stops worth knowing about.
Freiburg to Paderborn: Cycling from the Rhine to the Sauerland
3-Nation Bikepacking Loop: Through the Swiss Jura from Freiburg to Neuchâtel
Alps Cycle Route: An 8-Day Bike Tour from Freiburg to Venice
London to Freiburg by Bike: The Ultimate 8-Day Trans-European Route
Freiburg to Ribeauvillé Cycling Tour: 2 Days through Kaiserstuhl & Alsace
Freiburg to the Vosges Cycling Tour: 4 Days via Petit Ballon & Grand Ballon
Freiburg, Alsace & Vosges Cycling Tour: 3 Days via Munster, Markstein & Thann
Freiburg - Colmar Cycling Loop: 5 Days through Alsace, Kaiserstuhl and the Black Forest
Lyon to Freiburg Cycling Route: From the Saône through Burgundy to the Black Forest
Berlin to Freiburg by Bike: A 10-Day Bikepacking Route Across Germany
Freiburg to Nice by Bike: Alpine Crossing via Grand-Saint-Bernard and Col de la Lombarde
Paris to Freiburg Bike Tour: Five Days Through Champagne, Lorraine, the Vosges and Alsace
Cycling from Freiburg to Bamberg: A Bikepacking Route through the Black Forest, Neckar Valley, Swabian Alb and Franconia
Cycling from Augsburg to Freiburg: A Bikepacking Route through Swabia, Stuttgart and the Black Forest
Cycling from Freiburg to Augsburg: A Bikepacking Route through the Black Forest, Danube Valley and Swabia
Bikepacking from Nice to Freiburg: 11 Days Through Provence, Switzerland, Jura & Black Forest
Cycling from Freiburg to Vienna: 8-Day Bikepacking Route via the Black Forest, Bavaria and the Danube
Tours
17
Stages
102
Total distance
9,228 km
Total elevation gain
86,646 m
Freiburg to Paderborn: Cycling from the Rhine to the Sauerland
8 days
613 km
3-Nation Bikepacking Loop: Through the Swiss Jura from Freiburg to Neuchâtel
4 days
469 km
Alps Cycle Route: An 8-Day Bike Tour from Freiburg to Venice
8 days
726 km
London to Freiburg by Bike: The Ultimate 8-Day Trans-European Route
8 days
965 km
Freiburg to Ribeauvillé Cycling Tour: 2 Days through Kaiserstuhl & Alsace
2 days
153 km
Freiburg to the Vosges Cycling Tour: 4 Days via Petit Ballon & Grand Ballon
4 days
283 km
Freiburg, Alsace & Vosges Cycling Tour: 3 Days via Munster, Markstein & Thann
3 days
244 km
Freiburg - Colmar Cycling Loop: 5 Days through Alsace, Kaiserstuhl and the Black Forest
5 days
315 km
Lyon to Freiburg Cycling Route: From the Saône through Burgundy to the Black Forest
7 days
535 km
Berlin to Freiburg by Bike: A 10-Day Bikepacking Route Across Germany
10 days
946 km
These routes are recommended for their scenic beauty, cultural significance, and well-maintained cycling infrastructure. Whether you're looking for challenging mountain passes or gentle valley rides, Freiburg offers diverse terrain for all skill levels.
The best time for cycling in Freiburg typically depends on altitude and weather patterns. Generally, late spring through early autumn (May-September) offers the most favorable conditions for multi-day bike tours. Check individual route details for optimal timing.
Yes! Freiburg offers cycling routes for all experience levels. Look for tours with lower daily distances (under 60km) and minimal elevation gain. Many valley routes and bike paths provide excellent beginner-friendly options.
Cycling tours in Freiburg range from easy valley rides to challenging alpine adventures. Check each tour's elevation profile, daily distance, and difficulty rating for guidance.
