Cycling day trip from Worms to Bingen am Rhein

Cycling from Worms to Bingen am Rhein

Set off from the Rhine-side city of Worms, one of Germany’s oldest cities—famous for its Romanesque cathedral and connections to the legend of the Nibelungen. Your ride to Bingen am Rhein covers about 89 km, with a pleasantly rolling route that keeps climbs gentle (little more than 400 m ascent in total).

You’ll pedal mostly on paved or asphalt surfaces, making for a smooth journey, and the way is split between quiet roads, tracks, and paths, keeping you away from busy traffic for most of the distance. Along the way, soak up serene wine-country scenery, and if you’ve got time, sample a local Riesling or two in the villages scattered across the route.

Your destination, Bingen am Rhein, sits at the confluence of the Rhine and Nahe rivers and is known for its panoramic river views and as the gateway to the UNESCO-listed Upper Middle Rhine Valley. All in all, it’s a scenic and relaxing day’s ride with plenty to see for fans of both history and nature.