Cycling Copenhagen to Gothenburg

Cycling Copenhagen to Gothenburg

A Northern European tour that takes you across borders cycling from one vibrant city to another, in regions renowned for their urban cycling culture. Our journey kicks off in Copenhagen, dubbed the "most livable city and bike capital of the world” and takes us from Denmark to Sweden. Enchanting forests and stunning coastlines will be your daily backdrop as you follow the Kattegattleden, Sweden’s first national bicycle route. From the vibrant city of Gothenburg Finish your tour in the vibrant city of Gothenburg, also known as "Stockholm's little sister".

If this sounds great but you prefer a longer tour, check out our Cycling Copenhagen to Stockholm tour.

Tour Dates & Prices

Date
Price
Private Room Fee
Note
Jun 6-12, 2023
USD$4250
USD$550
Departure confirmed. Sold out.   
Jun 27-Jul 3, 2023
USD$4250
USD$550
Departure confirmed. 3 spots left. Re-Cycle spots full.           

* We are happy to match solo travelers who would like to share a room with someone of the same gender. If no match exists, due to hotel pricing, we will charge 50% of the private room charge. This charge will be collected at the time of the final payment. If a roommate assignment is available it will be refunded at the conclusion of the tour.

** For information about what your tour status means please see our FAQ page.

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Trip At-A-Glance

Trip At-A-Glance

  • Length / 7 Days
  • Total Distance / 292 km (181 miles)
  • Avg. Distance / 58 km (36 miles) per riding day
  • Tour Level & Tour Style / 1.5 Classic
  • Countries / Denmark, Sweden
  • Begin/End / Copenhagen/ Gothenburg
  • Price / From USD$4250
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Tour Summary

Tour Summary

  • Highlights
    Copenhagen, Beautiful coastal riding, bike paths, breathtaking castles, Tylösand Beach, Gothenburg

    Keep in Mind: We work hard to maintain consistency across all of our tours, but some trips have unique differences. Here are some things to keep in mind about this tour.

    We use charming and modern hotels but A/C or fans may not always be available since they haven't been needed traditionally. Read more on the use of air conditioning in Europe here.

    Sweden is entirely cashless. Read more here

  • Includes
    6 nights accommodation, meals as noted in itinerary, Guided tour of Gothenburg

    Learn more about what is included and what to expect on your Classic tour at the Classic Tour Style page.
  • Arrive / Depart
    Copenhagen (CPH)/ Gothenburg (GOT)
  • Overall Tour Level
    1.5 difficulty level 1.5
  • Daily Ride Summary

    Day

    Distance/Gain
    mi/ftkm/m

    Terrain

    Day Level

    Notes

    1
    Test ride
    2
    48km / 257m
    Mostly flat
    difficulty level 1.5
    3
    75km / 480m
    Mostly flat
    difficulty level 2.0
    4
    58km / 302m
    Mostly flat
    difficulty level 1.5
    5
    75km / 497m
    Rolling hills
    difficulty level 2.5
    6
    34km / 243m
    Mostly flat
    difficulty level 1.0
    7
    Last day

Terrain Legend

Gentle Gentle

Rolling hills Rolling hills

Hilly Hilly

Very hilly Very hilly

Mountainous Mountainous

Daily Itinerary
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DAY 1: Welcome to Copenhagen

Highlights: Copenhagen considered the "most livable city and bike capital of the world"

The Danes are known for their love of bicycling and Copenhagen is renowned for its cycling infrastructure that cities across the world are trying to emulate. With over 390 kilometers (241 miles) of designated bike lanes, it is truly a bicyclist's heaven. The world also looks to Copenhagen for the latest innovations in design, architecture, fashion and visitor's savor the extraordinary culinary revolution that has taken place here over the last decade. We'll meet for a bike fitting and then enjoy a unique Danish dinner to celebrate our Scandinavian adventure.

The June 6 and departure is staying at Hotel Kong Arthur. The June 27 departure staying at Hotel Absalon.

DAY 2: Copenhagen to Helsingor

Highlights: Lousiana Art Museum, Kronborg Castle

Today you will join some of the most practiced bike commuters in the world as we cycle out of Copenhagen on some of Europe's oldest city bike paths. We will bike up the coast past the Louisiana Art Museum on our way to Kronborg Castle which is most famously known for being the setting of Shakespeare's Hamlet. Fall in love with the landscape today while cycling through enchanted forests and along prototypical Danish bike paths.

The June 6 departure is staying at Hotel Hamlet.

DAY 3: Helsingor to Varberg

Highlights: Biking along the Kattegattleden Europe's Cycle Route of the Year in 2018

The day starts with a short ferry ride from Denmark to Sweden. From the ferry we pedal along the coast on the famous Kattegattleden bike route which was named Europe’s Cycle Route of the year in 2018. We follow the coastline and weave in and out of country roads on our way to Bastad known for its quiet harbor and beautiful golf courses. From here we’ll shuttle to Varberg where we will spend two nights exploring the coast and this beautiful fortified town.

DAY 4: Varberg Loop Ride

Highlights: Explore Varberg's Historic bathhouses and beaches

Our loop ride today takes us along parts of the Kattegattleden and into the interior. We’ll also take time to explore Varberg, With its beautiful castle and bustling downtown. Back in the early 1800s, the town was already a well known health resort to which people flocked to drink the waters, and water is still important to Varberg's popularity today. There are a number of spa hot springs baths (old and new) beaches and lots of windsurfing off the coast. Don’t miss exploring the waterfront Bathhouse built in 1903 with its beautiful architecture.

DAY 5: Varberg to Saro

Highlights: Kattegattleden Cycle Route, Coastal riding

Today's ride has us back on the KDG where we pass beaches, tiny fishing villages, and gorgeous coastal views. Our destination is Saro, another historic vacation spot that became popular with the elite from Gothenburg in the early 20th century.

  • Distance: 75km (47mi)
  • Gain: 497m (1630ft)
  • Terrain: Rolling hills
  • Day Level: difficulty level 2.5
  • Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
  • Lodging:

DAY 6: Saro to Gothenburg

Highlights: Biking along the Kattegattleden into Gothenburg

Today's ride continues along the Kattegattleden bike path with views off the beautiful North Sea coastline as we pedal into the vibrant city of Gothenburg. You will follow bike paths right into the center of the city.

  • Distance: 34km (21mi)
  • Gain: 243m (797ft)
  • Terrain: Mostly flat
  • Day Level: difficulty level 1.0
  • Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
  • Lodging:

DAY 7: Gothenburg

Highlights: Guided city tour

We'll say good-bye after our guided tour of Gothenburg this morning. Hopefully you are off to explore more of Scandinavia! Whatever you decide, have a wonderful journey.

  • Meals: Breakfast
Travel Information

Travel Information

Day 1: Arrival Information

Welcome to Copenhagen

Meeting time 1:15 p.m. - on Day 1, meet your fellow cyclists and Tour Leaders at the Day 1 Hotel specified on the itinerary.

Note:

As you are planning, remember that the hotels listed in our itineraries are our primary hotels and are - in rare cases - subject to change. Before you make arrangements, check with us if your tour departure is guaranteed. If your tour departure is out further than 6 months, please also check with us as there might be slight changes to the itinerary.

The below information will help you plan your arrival. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio. The fare and timing information listed below is approximate.

We recommend flying into the Copenhagen Airport (CPH).

From the Copenhagen Airport to the Day 1 Hotel

For June 6 and July 25, 2023: Hotel Kong Arthur

  1. Metro to Norreport station (15 min/DKK 36; we recommend using the ticket machines, credit card only)
  2. Walk from Norreport station Day 1 Hotel (7 mins)
  • Or taxi from the airport to the hotel (20 min/DKK 250-300) 

For June 27, 2023: Hotel Absalon

  1. Metro to Kongens Nytorv station, and there, change to M3 to Kobenhavn H (central station) (15 min/DKK 36; we recommend using the ticket machines, credit card only)
  2. Walk from Kobenhavn H to Day 1 Hotel (4 mins)
  • Or taxi from the airport to the hotel (20 min/DKK 250-300)

Day 7: Departure Information

Gothenburg

Your trip ends on the final day after the city tour around 12:30 p.m. back at the hotel.

If you'd like to participate in the walking tour, schedule your homebound flight after 3 PM.

The below information will help you plan your departure. For more tips or other routes, you might like Rome2Rio

 

The closest airport is Gothenburg Landvetter (GOT). Copenhagen (CPH) is about 3.5 hours by train.

 

From the Ending Hotel to the Gothenburg Airport

  • *Taxi (20 min/SEK 450)

Or public transportation

  1. Walk from Ending Hotel to the Nils Ericson Terminalen bus station, located at Gothenburg central station.
  2. Flygbuss Airport bus to the airport (30 min/SEK 99)

*Note: Taxi companies set their prices freely so you can check for the comparative price displayed on the cars. You don't have to take the first taxi in line. Ask if the company applies fixed prices. If they do, then it will be entered in the taxi meter before your journey starts.

Keep in Mind

We work hard to maintain consistency across all of our tours, but some trips have unique differences. Here are some things to keep in mind about this tour.

We use charming and modern hotels but A/C or fans may not always be available since they haven't been needed traditionally. Read more on the use of air conditioning in Europe here.

Sweden is entirely cashless. Read more here

Pre-Trip Planning Checklist

To do right after you booked!

6 to 3 Months Prior to Tour Start Date

  • Refer to your Tour Packet/Itinerary to see step-by-step arrival and departure information for your tour, meeting place and time, if a reservation on a complimentary ExperiencePlus! Shuttle (if applicable) is required, and other important information to help you plan your arrival and departure.
  • Reserve your flights after you know you have a confirmed tour departure. Please check with our office if you do not know if your trip is confirmed.
  • Book your pre and post-tour hotel nights.
  • Begin your chosen training program.
  • Final payment is due 90 days (120 days for Bike &Barge/Boat tours) prior to the tour start. Please refer to your Invoice and the Final Payment Reminder e-mail we send 10 days prior to the due date for detailed instructions.

6 to 2 Weeks Prior to Tour Start Date

  • Start reading one of the books or watching one of the movies from our Reading and Movie Lists: https://www.experienceplus.com/blog/travel-planning/
  • Plan what you are going to pack and start packing! Refer to the Packing Lists on our website at https://www.experienceplus.com/blog/travel-planning/packing/.
  • We'll email you your access code to Digital Daysheets, Hotel Itinerary, Participant Roster, names and contact information of your Tour Leaders, emergency phone numbers, and other important departure information about 2 weeks prior to your tour start date. All this will be provided to you via a feature called Experiences via the RideWithGPS App (tracks available but not necessary for navigation on Classic, Expedition and Bike & Boat tours).

Day of Your Flight

Get as much sleep on the plane as you can. Pack your one day of cycling gear in your carry-on. See you soon!

What to Expect on Tour

Classic Tour Style

Learn more about what is included and what to expect on your Classic tour at the Classic page.

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Reviews

Reviews

  • Gorgeous! Safe! Fun! Tour guide do an excellent job! We very much Like and Appreciate the chalk arrows! Joyful trip!

    Pamela S., Santa Fe, NM - June 2022
  • Easy riding, very scenic, great food and very relaxing. It was truly carefree- the guides did everything for us, all we had to do was pedal our bikes.

    Patricia M., Auburndale, MA - June 2022
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