Why is Scandinavia so attractive? We’ll tell you.
Cycling through Denmark or Sweden will take you to cities and capitals full of culture and zest for life, which seem as charming but less restless as other metropolises.
You will drive through picturesque places that blend perfectly into the surrounding beautiful scenery. And on a bike tour through Scandinavia, you will experience regions that are mainly characterised by nature, because the population density of Denmark is lower and that of Sweden is much lower than that of Germany, for example.
Scandinavia also surprises with its many facets. Your cycling holiday in Sweden will take you through deep forests, landscapes with meadows and fields, with rough coastlines, fine sandy beaches and beautiful lakes, which prove: Northern Europe is also attractive for swimming in summer – even for those who prefer warm water instead.
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Cycling holidays in Denmark
Some people say that bringing bicycles to Denmark is like carrying owls to Athens: it makes no sense. Denmark is a cycling country. The capital Copenhagen in particular, with its 390 kilometres of cycle paths, is very proud of its cycling culture. Like Sweden's Stockholm, Copenhagen is spread over several islands and is regularly voted one of the most liveable cities in the world. The city is famous for the Little Mermaid, castles such as Christiansburg Palace, futuristic modernist buildings such as Den Sorte Diamant and the colourful gabled houses of the Nyhavn harbour district.
Alternatively, you might opt for the Great Bornholm Tour: The island of Bornholm is a region of Denmark with a special serenity, characterised by the sea that has lapped the coasts for ages. Dense forests, rugged cliffs, windmills, round churches and fine sandy beaches are all part of this island landscape. On a cycle tour on Bornholm, you simply shake off the hustle and bustle of everyday life. You become calm. Relaxed. And enjoy.
Cycling holidays in Sweden
Winter in Sweden is usually dark. It is cold, but at the same time it is cosy and friendly in the big cities such as Stockholm, Malmö and Gothenburg as well as in the smaller communities. The lights in the houses illuminate the streets and invite you into warm parlours. The Swedish winter is a sociable time when people come together.
Sweden's spring and summer form the perfect contrast to the dark winter days. They are full of light, presenting the country with inviting colours and lakes, with friendly forests and beaches such as Lomma Beach and Tylosand on Öresund that tempt you to take a dip.
On a cycle tour through Sweden you will soon realise. Sweden is a country of water. The coastline is over 7,000 kilometres long. There are also numerous rivers and almost 100,000 lakes. In the province of Värmland alone, there are around 10,000 lakes in addition to huge forest areas. You will rarely feel cramped in Sweden
Sweden's capital Stockholm, which extends over 14 islands, is also characterised by water. Rückenwind Reisen therefore offers you attractive Sweden cycle tours in the region around Stockholm. The city itself boasts imposing castles, a rich cultural history and impressive museums. It is also one of the most important tech and start-up centres in the world and is known for its liberal attitude.
Our cycle tours take you from Stockholm to picturesque fishing villages and Baltic Sea towns, as well as following in the footsteps of Kurt Tucholsky to Gripsholm Castle. Time and again, restaurants line your route, serving typical dishes: Crayfish, salmon and smoked fish or the famous kötbullar and Swedish potato casserole. There's no doubt about it: cycle tours through Sweden are also a culinary delight.
Cycling holidays in Finland
Finland is one of the most sparsely populated countries in Europe. If you set off on a cycle tour here, you will experience a freedom and vastness that hardly any other country can offer. Depending on the specific destination of your cycle tour in Finland, you will discover natural spectacles you have never experienced before. After all, Finland is the land of the Northern Lights and the midnight sun.
Finland is also a country of unspoilt nature, deep forests and numerous lakes. Finland's wealth of lakes probably beats even the already very high number of lakes in Sweden. On many of them you will find holiday homes that are perfect as accommodation for a cycling holiday close to nature. The houses are cosy and the lakes are ideal for swimming, rowing, sailing and fishing.
Last but not least, Finland's culture will inspire you. Finnish architecture and design are just as much a part of it as the Finnish sauna, which is an integral part of everyday Finnish culture.
And then there's... Helsinki: The capital of Finland is an almost perfect starting point for a cycle tour in Finland. The Finns themselves describe the metropolis as a "lively city by the sea, with beautiful islands and large green parks". Around a third of the city area consists of attractive green spaces. And the nature around Helsinki is at least as beautiful. The Nuuksio National Park, for example, is not very far from Helsinki. Far away from everyday life, you can experience Finnish nature up close here.
In addition to the beautiful green spaces, Helsinki is home to fascinating buildings such as Helsinki Cathedral, Uspenski Cathedral and the Finlandia Hall designed by Alvar Aalto. Around 300 islands form the archipelago off the coast of the capital. Six of them form the Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, which, with its fortifications and tunnels, is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The sea fortress is one of the most visited attractions in Helsinki. And at the same time just one of many.
At the moment we do not offer any cycle tours in Finland but we are working on adding new tours!
Cycling holidays in Norway
Once you've seen the midnight sun, you'll never forget it. The images of the eternal day stay in your head for a lifetime. Just like a cycle tour through Finland, a tour through Nowegen is the perfect way to get to know the midnight sun and other fascinating natural wonders in the far north of Europe.
You can experience the midnight sun at the North Cape, for example. The island of Spitsbergen is an equally worthwhile destination for enjoying the far north and Arctic landscapes. It is the main island of an archipelago of the same name. Orcas, sperm whales, beluga whales and other whales frolic off its coast.
Fjords divide the landscape, some of whose mountains exceed 1,500 metres in height. Arctic foxes, reindeer and polar bears live here. Norway's landscapes are a fascinating experience and invite you to go on numerous discovery tours: on foot, by bike, on skis or in a dog sled.
Get to know the wild islands of Lofoten on a cycling holiday in Norway. And also the numerous fjords along the coast, such as the Geirangerfjord with the seven sisters: seven waterfalls next to each other, whose water plunges into the fjord. Experience Bergen as the "capital of the fjords", Tromsø, also known as the "capital of the Arctic", Trondheim with its vibrant cultural scene and of course... Oslo.
Oslo's location on the Oslofjord is one of the charms of Norway's capital. Its beautiful old town is characterised by the castle and Akerhus Fortress. Oslo is a city full of culture, with great operas and theatre performances, famous museums such as the Fram and Munch Museum and excellent restaurants.
At the moment we do not have a suitable offer in Norway. But we are working on offering cycle holidays in this region too.