Planning your First Bike Packing Trip in Europe
September is on the horizon, the best time to bike-pack in Europe!
With summer frequently touching 40 degrees, September provides the optimal weather conditions to do multi-day, long-distance rides. Alongside the weather, the multiple well-defined, well-equipped, bike paths in southern Europe make optimal destinations for a lifetime of memories.
Whether you choose the German-Austrian flat roads along the Danube, the colorful vistas of southern Tyrol, French roads along the Seine, or Mediterranean roads in Spain — Any of these is a great place to start bike-packing even as a beginner.
If you have already ventured out of your town for a 4 to 5-hour bike ride, here is how to take it to the next step.
Planning your Bike Tour
The best place to start is by choosing a road and how to get there.
Depending on your location, it might be easier to drive to a nearby long-distance cycle path in your car with your bike in tow.
Alternatively, there are inter-country train connections equipped with facilities to transport bicycles and the relevant gear. Remember to book your bike spot on the train along with your regular ticket — In the high-demand season, last-minute deals might be…
