Thinking of touring Berlin’s dazzling array of vibrant neighbourhoods, architectural gems, and historical landmarks? Want to do it on two wheels? We’ve created a list of some of the city’s best bike tours to help you on your way.
Taking into account value for money, convenience and customer reviews, TravelMag presents our top five Berlin bike tours, each offering a fun way to explore one of the world’s most fascinating and historically important cities.
BERLIN ELECTRIC BIKE TOUR
FROM €49.40 PER PERSON
If you’re looking for some extra peddle power during your Berlin adventure, this could be the tour for you. Each participant will explore some of the city’s main attractions, including Brandenburg Gate, Potsdamer Platz, the Reichstag, Checkpoint Charlie and picturesque Tiergarten, on an electric bike, giving you some added help while traversing Berlin. The half-day tour is limited to 15 people and includes commentary about the city’s history, delivered by a knowledgeable guide.
BERLIN BIKE TOUR: BERLIN WALL AND COLD WAR
FROM €26.20 PER PERSON
For those keen to explore the darkest time in Berlin’s history – the Cold War – this tour is the perfect introduction. Navigating the former eastern parts of the city, plus the remaining sites of the Berlin Wall and the impressive Soviet Memorial at Treptower Park, cyclists will be told about what life was like on both sides of the previously divided city. A sombre and thought-provoking experience for all.
EVENING BERLIN FOOD TOUR BY BIKE
FROM €49.40 PER PERSON
With its diverse food scene, Berlin is a mecca for gastronomes the world over. This tour gives visitors the chance to get to know its cutting-edge restaurant scene, as well as learn about its rich ethnic mix, on a 4.5-hour bike tour led by an expert local guide. Taking place by night, you’ll see many of the city’s nocturnal sites as you pedal to three Berlin restaurants to enjoy generous tastings with your fellow food lovers. The tour ends with sunset views over the Spree River from the elegant Oberbaum Bridge.
SMALL GROUP BIKE TOUR OF ALTERNATIVE BERLIN
FROM €21.10 PER PERSON
As well as boasting some of the world’s most famous landmarks, Berlin is also home to many lesser known gems. So if getting off the beaten track is your thing, why not try a 3.5-hour bike tour discovering the alternative side of Berlin? Led by a knowledgeable guide, you will cycle the city streets to absorb the local atmosphere of its diverse and lively districts and pass by various places of interest where locals hang out. Tour groups are kept to a small size and are ideal for families.
SMALL GROUP WINTER BIKE TOUR IN BERLIN
FROM €21.10 PER PERSON
In Winter, Berlin drops in temperature but doesn’t lose any of its rich character. Wrap up warm and discover the city on this 3.5-hour bike tour during the only time of the year you’re likely to have the bike lanes almost to yourself. Meandering through the historical city centre and on through a range of vibrant districts, you’re certain to want to stop at least once to warm your hands on a hot tea or – even better – a hearty mug of Glühwein.