Cycling day trip from Ludwigshafen am Rhein to Speyer

Set out from Ludwigshafen am Rhein, a vibrant city right on the Rhine’s west bank with roots in both industrial might and creative energy (fun fact: it’s also the birthplace of BASF, the world’s largest chemical producer). Your ride takes you south for around 27 km, all on mostly paved surfaces—perfect for a relaxed spin, whether on a road bike or a hybrid.

Pedal along a pleasant mix of dedicated paths and quiet roads, rolling past sleepy villages and fields. Most of your route keeps you off main roads, letting you soak up local life and countryside views as you skirt the edge of the Rhine valley. There’s a gentle descent as you approach your destination, just enough to give your legs a small reward for the effort.

Arriving in Speyer, you’ll enter one of Germany’s oldest cities, famous for its imposing UNESCO-listed cathedral and charming riverside promenades. Grab a coffee or an ice cream in the Altstadt before taking a look at the Romanesque architecture—an ideal end to a scenic, easygoing ride.