Spreewald Cucumber Cycle Route (Gurkenradweg)

A flat, well-signed loop network around the Spreewald Biosphere Reserve in Brandenburg, Germany. Expect long stretches of smooth asphalt through forests, meadows, and along quiet canals, with bits of gravel and the odd cobbled section. The full circuit is about 260 km, but it’s easy to split into day rides between towns like Lübben, Lübbenau, Burg, and Cottbus. Highlights: shady pine woods, wooden bridges, pickle tastings, and the lagoon-like waterways that make Spreewald famous. Riding is mostly on low-traffic roads, paths, and farm tracks; a few short busy links appear near towns. It’s practically flat, so perfect for touring bikes, families, and relaxed cruising. Best time is April–October; summer weekends get lively around the boat harbors. Trains make it simple to hop on/off and tailor your stages. Just follow the little cucumber signs, roll easy, and enjoy frequent cafés, farm shops, and beer gardens along the way.