Planning your first e-bike tour? Where to go.
Planning your first e-bike tour, here aer a number of things to think about before you pedal off into the distance. A little bit of planning will ensure you make the right decision for you to get maximum enjoyment from your e-bike holiday or tour.
New to E-Biking? – Here’s the gear you will actually need!
Here is a no-nonsense guide to the gear you will actually need! You’ve got the e-bike (or at least picked one out) and you’re ready to ride. Great! But before you set off into the wild—or just down to the shops—it’s worth sorting out some basic gear. Not the kind that makes you look like you're on the Tour de France… just the stuff that’ll make your ride safer, smoother, and way more fun.
Testing an e-bike for the first time?
If you are testing an e-bike for the first time, but are unsure how to test it properly? Don’t panic—it’s not like buying a car, where you need to pretend you know what torque or catalytic converter means. E-bikes are much simpler, and most shops will be more than happy to give you a spin around the block. However, it helps to know what to look out for—and what you can safely ignore.
Dürnstein, Wachau
The Danube bike path between Passau & Vienna is very popular with cyclists in summer, and one of my favourite areas on the route is the Wachau. This beautiful wine area is also famous for its apricots, and all sorts of products are made from them. I tried to sample a few of them, such as marmalade, cake, strüdel, dumplings, or just fresh off the tree.
Things to do around Lake Bled
This iconic lake is easily recognisable and has been photographed millions of times from all angles. It is easy to see why the lake and the surrounding area so enthral people.
Benedict Bike Path, Bayern, Germany
Benedict Bike Path - Rolling hills, historic towns, undulating farmland, and impressive rivers, this circular tour has a lot packed into it.
Caorle, Veneto, Italy
Caorle in the Veneto area of northern Italy is just an hour east of Venice. A cycling holiday in this area means you can cycle for miles along flat plains, a trip to Venice or just enjoy the beach.
My reviews and ratings on some of the most fantastic cycling routes across Europe. Whether you're experienced or you are just starting out, my handy guides will give you a great insight in to what to expect.