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 £ 1,975 per person based on availability and 2 persons sharing a standard double/twin room.
Departure Dates:
| season |
Departures |
| 22 May - 01 Sep, excl. 07 - 14 Jun |
Daily |
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Welcome to the Sunshine Island - Bornholm!
Arrival at Copenhagen Airport Kastrup and take a flight from Copenhagen to Rønne (duration approximately 40 minutes).. Arrival at Rønne airport and make your way to the hotel. Airport is about 10 minutes’ drive from the town centre.
If time permits, walk to the Bike Rental shop, situated 10 minutes’ walk from the hotel. Aletrantively, you can also collect the bikes in the morning. 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 in Ronne. Cat I = Danish Hotel guesthouses, B&B Hotels with private facilities
Day 2: Ronne – Allinge/Sandkas (~28-30 km)
Breakfast at the hotel. Cycle through Rønne to Hasle. The bicycle trail takes you along the coast line and near Jons Kapel, a 40 m / 131 ft high cliff. After a short incline, cycle through the thick forest, past the granite quarry, and to Allinge or Sandkås.
Accommodation in Allinge or Sandkas.
Day 3: Northern Borhholm (~ 15 - 30 km)
Breakfast at the hotel. Starting in Allinge, cycle over rolling hills to the oldest castle ruins of the north called Hammershus. Afterwards, continue to the beautiful nature reserve in Hammeren. Weather permitting, don’t pass up the opportunity to go for a swim in the Sandvig bay.
Accommodation in Allinge or Sandkas.
Day 4: Allinge/Sandkas - Svaneke/Balka/Nexo (~ 28 - 41 km)
Breakfast at the hotel. Cycle along the coast to Gudhjem and visit the art museum there. A slight detour to the cliffs of Heeligdomskliperne is a must. The smokehouses and the small harbour define the town of Gudhjem. Continue along the coast through several small fishing villages until you reach Svaneke.
Accommodation in Svaneke, Balka or Nexø.
Day 5: Southern Bornhom (~ 35 - 40 km)
Today the tour takes you inland to Østermarie and Østerlars. Visit Bornholms largest and oldest round church there. Cycle through forest, past Almendingen, and to Arsdale on the northeast coast. The wind mill from the 19th century is still used as a grain mill today. Return to Svaneke/Balka/Nexø.
Accommodation in Svaneke, Balka or Nexø.
Day 6: Ronne (~43 - 50 km)
Breakfast at the hotel. Cycle along the coast to Nexø. The islands largest fishing harbour is located there. Continue to Aakirkeby and visit the oldest stone church on Bornholm. Return to Ronne.
Accommodation in Ronne.
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.
Rental Bikes and Equipment (all subject to availbaility):
We have Lehmkuhl or Kalkhoff rental bikes for men and women in various frame sizes (rental bikes may vary, subject to availability).
Equipment:
- Suspension front fork
- Soft or gel saddle
- Hub dynamo with LED lighting
- Odometer
Type:
- 7-speed coaster wheels with hub gears (28 inch)
- 7-speed (Basic) or 24-speed freewheel bikes with hub or derailleur gears (28 inch)
- Women's electric bikes (28 inch)
- 3 -/ 5-speed children's bikes (20-26 inch)
- FollowMe and trailers on request
Electric bikes:
- Hydraulic brakes
- Bosch motor with 500 Wh battery and 36 V
- Range: from 55 km to 140 km, assistance up to 25 km/h (licence free)
- Klickfix system on handlebar
Electric bike type:
- 7- / 8-speed hub gears with freewheel
- 7- / 8-speed hub gears with back pedal
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 or Manchester to Ronne via Copenhagen
- 1 piece of check-in luggage per traveler (up to 20 kg)
- 6 nights' accommodation at local 3* hotels with private facilities
- Breakfast daily
- Rental bike with luggage bag
- Daily luggage transport (1 pice per traveler of up to 20 kg)
- Maps
- Route descriptions
- 24 hour emergency service
- ATOL protection
- All taxes
Optional:
- E-bike rental: supplement £ 160 per person
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