The Road to Berlin

Cycling

This trip follows part of the EuroVelo Route 2, known as the Capitals Route, which begins in Dublin and stretches all the way to Moscow. Along the way, it passes through seven European countries and iconic cities including Berlin, Warsaw, and Minsk—linking a network of scenic cycle paths across the continent.

For those joining from the UK, our journey begins in Harwich with an overnight ferry crossing to the Hook of Holland. Participants joining from outside the UK should plan to meet us in the Hook of Holland, ready to start cycling on the morning of Day 2.

From the Netherlands—one of Europe’s most cycle-friendly nations—we head east toward Berlin. The route takes us along some of the finest traffic-free cycle paths, through beautiful landscapes, historic towns, and vibrant modern cities. Our adventure concludes at the iconic Brandenburg Gate in the heart of Berlin.

Accommodation

Your accommodation, on a twin share bed and breakfast basis, will be in hotels, typically carefully selected family run hotels, good quality bed and breakfasts where available. NB Single accommodation is available for a supplement of £475.

Meals

The hotels will provide breakfast whilst the support team will provide a pack-up lunch, this will depend on what is available on the day and could include a mix of fresh sandwiches, pasties or easy grab and bites sourced from local bakeries. If weather doesn’t permit outdoors we will get into cafes for quick lunch.

​You will need to purchase your own evening meals, which are usually eaten communally although of course you are free to opt out if you wish.

We will carry emergency energy gels and bars in the support van but you are advised to bring along your own preferred sports nutrition to fuel your ride. There will be water refills, fruits bars etc provided to keep you hydrated.

In the Tour Plan, (B, L, D) refers to meals included in the trip cost i.e. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Bike Transfers

We will happily transport your bike to Harwich and back from Berlin at no extra charge. If you drop your bike off at our Sheffield office up to a day before departure we will carefully pack it in the support van, drive it to the start and then return it to Sheffield ready for you to collect.

If that isn’t convenient then depending where you live we may be able to collect your bike on our journey from Sheffield to Harwich. Please get in touch with us to discuss arrangements, any other arrangements will be for an agreed fee.

While we will take all reasonable care while handling your bikes, using padded covers and making sure they are securely stored, we are not liable for any loss or damage during transportation and storage. We recommend you have appropriate insurance.

Taking your bikes to the continent, As we are no longer part of the EU customs unions, any bike we transport to Europe requires an ATA Carnet which incurs a fee of £60 per bike. This cost will be added to your invoice.

Tour Plan

The route of this tour is flexible and should be seen as a guide only. Local conditions, weather or fitness could lead to changes in our daily plans. All times and distances are approximate.