Overview:
In the ruins of castles and fortresses, Kings and clergy tell a remarkable story and the four round churches feed the Legends of the Knights Templar and their secret treasures. Follow the trails back in time and explore the history and the fables while enjoying the famous food, art and landscapes of beautiful Bornholm. Hammershus Castle ruins is the oldest medieval fortress in Northern Europe. This island holiday in the Baltic Sea will provide you will just the right mix of sea, forest and small villages. This biking holiday offers you a unique insigt in the island of Bornholm at a leisurely pace.
Holiday price is from £ 925 per person based on availability and 2 persons sharing a standard double/twin room.
Departure Dates:
| Departures |
Depart |
Arrival |
| 01 May - 14 Sep |
UK |
Ronne |
5 Day Itinerary:
Holiday price from £ 925 per person based on availability and two people sharing a standard double/twin room
Single supplement is: £ 22 per person
7 Day Itinerary:
Holiday price from £ 1,115 per person based on availability and two people sharing a standard double room
Single supplement is: £ 280 per person
Due to a national political event, Bornholm is closed for arrival between 11th to 14th of June 2015. Above tour is recommendable for 5 or 8 days, please notify upon reservation.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Welcome to the Sunshine Island
Arrival at Copenhagen Airport Kastrup and change of flight from Copenhagen to Rønne (duration approximately 35 minutes). Arrival at Rønne Airport at transfer to hotel on own. Walk to the Bike Rental shop, situated 10 minutes walk from the hotel. Here you will receive your bikes and arrival package with route descriptions, maps, vouchers, travel documents and touristic materials. Welcome to the island famous for its smoked fish, friendly people and great conditions for cyclists and other tourists. Upon arrival, you may feel the cosy atmosphere and sense of authenticity.
Accommodation at centrally located 3* hotel
Day 2: Round Churches & Coastal Scenery (~ 32 km/19 miles)
Breakfast at the hotel. First stop is made at Nyker Round Church famous for its two rune stones. Nearby you can visit the impressive Bornholm Raptor Show before following the coastal route to Hasle Fish Smokehouse and the rock formations Jon’s Chapel. Stop by Olsker Round Church, the most elegant of the four Round Churches on Bornholm, on your way to idyllic Allinge-Sandvig.
Accommodation at centrally located 3* hotel
Day 3: Hammerhus Medieval Castle & the Holy Rocks (~ 23 km/14 miles)
Breakfast at the hotel. Take a walk by the beautiful lakes en route and continue the tour to explore the iconic ruins of the medieval castle, Hammerhus, and its great history before moving on to the spectacular Døndal Valley and the Holy Rocks, on the way to Gudhjem. Being here, don’t forget to taste the smoked herring specialty, “Sol over Gudhjem” (Sunshine over Gudhjem).
Accommodation at centrally located 3* hotel
Day 4: The Tales of the Knights Templar & Gudhjem Village (~ 13 km/8 miles)
Breakfast at the hotel. If you need a resting day, this is your chance. Spend the day in the charming Gudhjem village or take an inland trip to the Bornholm Medieval Centre and the Østerlars Round Church, the biggest and most famous one. Take time to dwell into the stories and mystique about the Knights Templar, who according to legend may have built both the church and the highly secret chamber underneath it.
Accommodation at centrally located 3* hotel
Day 5: Coastal & Countryside Views (~ 15 km/9 miles or 30 km/18 miles)
Breakfast at the hotel. Continuing along the coastal route you get one of the most spectacular views on the island. Make a quick detour to the small Østermarie village and visit the remains of the old medieval church, before going on to Svaneke. The shops and restaurants, using local products in this charming little town is celebrated for its delicious treats and cosy atmosphere, and you are welcome in the local shops to see how to make the glassworks and other crafts (eg Svaneke Bolcher and Pernille Bülow Glass). Stay here or continue to Balka with an abundance of beach and water activities.
Accommodation at centrally located 3* hotel
If choosing our 5 day itinerary, the route today will be from Gudhjem to Rønne (app. 24 km)
Day 6: The Rocking Stone & Archaeological Findings (~ 36 km/22 miles or 44 km/27 miles)
Breakfast at the hotel. On your way to Rønne you pass by Ibs Church significant for being made of boulders and held to be the most beautiful church in Denmark. Continue to the Paradise Hills and try if you can move the Rocking Stone, Rokkestenen, which according to legend is placed upon a great treasure of diamonds. It is also possible to combine this day with a detour going south to see the old beautiful church in Pedersker and the archaeological findings from the stone- and ironage in Rispebjerg (extra 16 kms).
Accommodation at centrally located 3* hotel
Day 7: Farewell Bornholm
After breakfast and checkout at the hotel, it is time for departure. Depending on your specific departure time, you may have time for a walk around the town or a relaxed goodbye by visiting the cafés at the centre square. Transfer from hotel to Rønne Airport for your return flight.
Rental Bikes and Equipment:
For this tour we offer comfortable trekking bikes equipped with:
21gears, freewheel and hand brakes, or 7 gears and pedal brakes
Also electrically supported bikes with 3, 6 or 7 gears, pedal brakes and high quality, long lasting batteries with capacity up to 60-80-120 kms are available upon request. Electrically supported bikes are available in unisex frames only
Bikes for children, gators, Tag-along, children seats are available upon request
Each bike is equipped with 1 pannier, tools and repair kit, 1 spare tube and air pump
Our bikes are available in different models for both men and women and children, in different frame sizes.
General Information:
The bike tours are unescorted and self-guided
The mileages stated are approximates of the distances for the recommended routes and detours
Detailed maps and information is given making it possible to do individual detours without getting lost
It is not mandatory to wear a helmet in Denmark but please note that it is highly recommendable
Package Includes:
- Return flight from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Manchester, Dublin or Edinburgh to Copenhagen
- Return flight from Copenhagen to Ronne
- 1 piece of check-in luggage per traveler (up to 20 kg)
- Airport transfers
- 4 nights' accommodation at local 3* hotels with private facilities
- Breakfast daily
- Bicycle rent: 21 gear, freewheel and handbrakes or 7 gear and pedal brakes
- Daily luggage transport (1 pice per traveler of up to 20 kg)
- Travel book
- Maps
- Route descriptions
- 24 hour emergency service
- ATOL protection
- All taxes
Optional:
- Half-board - 3 courses or buffet, from: 5 days £195 per person/7 days: £285 per person
- E-bike rental: 5 days £155 per person/7 days £160 per person
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