Terrain
The route features contrasting landscapes across its length. The Danish section is predominantly flat, while the German portion includes occasional hills. Overall, cyclists can expect a mostly flat journey with moderate elevation changes concentrated in the initial German segment.
Trail Characteristics
The route is mostly paved and separated from car traffic, but there are some sections where cyclists will have to share space with cars. The bike path usually goes parallel to the auto road. Overall, the Berlin-Copenhagen route is quite safe and should be a good choice for people who don't cycle that much.
In Denmark, the path is well signed, with red N9 on a blue background.
The trail overlaps with EuroVelo 7 and D-Route 11.
Highlights:
Nyhavn, Copenhagen Denmark. Photo by KavalenkavaVolha
- Lake Stechlin
- Gänsehavel in Fürstenberg
- Müritzsee National Park (second largest lake in Germany)
- Teapot and lighthouse in Warnemünde
- Nykøbing Falster
- Møns Klint cliffs
- Museum of Modern Art in Ishøj
- Nyhavn in Copenhagen
How long does it take to cycle the whole route?
We would recommend accommodating 10-11 days for the whole route and cycling around 60 km per day.
For bikepackers/road cyclists, we would recommend accommodating 6-8 days and covering around 100 km per day.