This is a self-guided beginner-friendly cycling holiday. The cycling takes place on both asphalt and gravel in a very safe traffic environment. E-bike is available.
Great experience. First time we are on a cycling vacation and it was beyond expectations. Österlen is wonderful. Yellow rapeseed fields, flowering apple trees and fragrant lilacs. We will be back.
Monica O
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No extra fees - you pay the organizer's price
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Practical Info
Before you book
Accommodation
Hotel
(Hotell Turistgården, Simrishamn)
Season
1 Apr - 30 Sep
Type of cycling
Leisure
Surface
Asphalt and Gravel
Yes
Cycling takes place in a stress-free and very safe traffic environment.
Family Friendly
Cycling packages with accommodation and activities tailored to families with children - fun stops and safe routes for all ages.
Culture
Explore art, historical sites and local traditions - a perfect mix of cycling and cultural experiences.
We speak
English and Swedish
Discover a Different World in Sweden's Österlen Region. The rolling countryside dotted with green meadows and yellow rapeseed fields, the black-and-white half-timbered houses, the red poppies swaying in the wind, and the blue sea in the background all create an exotic atmosphere.
Discovering Österlen by bike is a treat. One of the great advantages is all the small friendly roads that wind through the landscape. You'll bike through apple orchards, fields, and meadows. Sometimes you'll come across dramatic cliffs that drop into the sea, and other times you'll find soft, sandy beaches that blend into the waves of the Hanö Bay. Along the way, you'll pass by inns serving delicious food, wineries, farm shops, cafes, and galleries. If you've been biking for a while, you might be tempted by a lavish cake buffet, a specialty in Österlen. The area is home to hundreds of artists and craftsmen; it was here that the first Konstrundan was organized in 1969. Art, ceramics, and silverwork can be found along the roads, as well as in many picturesque fishing villages and towns. The Danish heritage is evident in the architecture and gives a cozy feeling.
Stay at the charming Hotel Turistgården in Simrishamn as your base for your cycling holiday. This 17th century former merchant's house has now been transformed into a family-friendly hotel, offering personalized service and a peaceful environment. Take a stroll through the beautiful Rose Garden, boasting over 300 varieties of the beloved flower, which is a must-see attraction on its own. These are just a few of the many wonderful cycling routes that Österlen has to offer, so be sure to ask the hotel staff for more recommendations.
Included
3 nights (part of double room)
Coffee/tea & home baked goods on arrival
3 x breakfast
2 x lunch packages
3-speed bicycle and bicycle helmet
Trip description with tour suggestions
Add-on Extras
Extra nights, the package is easily supplemented with one or two days
Single room supplement: SEK 350 / night
Electric bike (SEK 350/day), mid-engine electric bike (SEK 450/day) can be booked directly at Österlens Cykel www.osterlenscykel.se/hyrcyklar or by phone 070 - 6855866
Day 1 - Welcome to Hotel Turistgården and Österlen
Hotel Turistgården, Simrishamn
Coffee, tea and homemade on arrival
about 30-40 km
Upon arrival at the Turistgården in the quaint seaside town of Simrishamn, you'll be welcomed with freshly baked pastries. Then, you can hop on a bike and take a leisurely tour of the area. The idyllic town actually has the largest fishing harbor in Sweden. Treat yourself to an ice cream down by the harbor and observe the local life. Restaurants are abundant, so you're sure to find just what you're craving.
Day 2 - Skillinge, Brantevik and stately medieval castle
Hotel Turistgården, Simrishamn
Breakfast and lunch to go
About 30-40 km
Start your day by cycling south along the sea towards Skillinge. On the way, you'll pass the fishing village of Brantevik, and you may decide to stop here for a bite to eat with sandwiches and coffee that the Tourist Lodge has packed for you. After about a mile, you'll reach Skillinge, and on a warm day, the sea will surely call you for a refreshing swim.
From Skillinge, take a leisurely ride on scenic back roads to the grand medieval castle of Glimmingehus. Enjoy a guided tour and listen to entertaining tales about life in the castle and how any potential attackers were kept at bay. Stop by the nearby Bolshögs small church from the 12th century. Then, head back towards Simrishamn, where you can relax with a refreshing drink in the Rose Garden.
Day 3 - Kivik - apples and beautiful moors
Hotel Turistgården, Simrishamn
Breakfast and lunch to go
About 30-40 km
Our suggestion for today is to cycle north to Kivik. Turn towards Stenshuvud National Park, park your bike, and hike up to the majestic peak along a path in the lush leafy forest. 97 meters above sea level, you'll enjoy a stunning view along the coast and over Hanö Bay. Continue to the beautiful beach dunes. After your hike, you can relax with a swim from the beautiful sandy beach. The perfect place to enjoy your packed sandwich.
The mostly pleasant climate has made Kivik a center for Swedish apple cultivation. Just south of the village is Kivik's cider mill, where you can visit the House of Apples, stroll through the gardens, dine at the Kärnhuset restaurant, and buy cider from the farm shop. The old fishing village of Kivik has unusually well-preserved and maintained older buildings. A walk in the old quarters near the harbor is an experience. It was here that the eccentric writer Fritiof Nilsson Piraten spent his summers.
In the northern outskirts of the town lies Vitemölla Badhotell, a classic seaside hotel that offers a true nostalgic experience. Built in 1913, the hotel's glass veranda provides an elegant setting to enjoy high-class dining and reminisce about times gone by. Continue your journey towards Haväng and Ravlunda shooting range just north of Kivik, where you'll find charming biking opportunities along small gravel roads. The coastal landscape is breathtaking, with the sea always within reach. The area also boasts cool beech forests and is home to one of the country's longest and most beautiful sandy beaches, stretching all the way to Åhus.
Day 4 - Breakfast and return journey
Breakfast
If the weather permits, enjoy your breakfast in the hotel's rose garden. Well-fed and content, it's time to head back home. Welcome back to Österlen!
Simrishamn, Skåne
Map Explore Österlen on Two Wheels
Travel
Getting Here
- Nearest airport: Malmö or Kristianstad
- Nearest train station: Simrishamn
Payment is made on site upon arrival. The property will send you a confirmation with all practical information for your stay.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellation fees:
Free cancellation until 3 pm two days before the start date.
After 3 pm two days before the start date, 100 % of the package's total price.
96 Ratings
★4.5
Overall impression ★4.5
Value for money ★4.6
Treatment and service ★4.8
Accommodation ★4.3
Dining experience ★4.3
Biking experience ★4.4
September 2025•Carl Inge J.ansson★3.8
Nice bike rides, good and plentiful lunch packages.
August 2025•Kent H.★5.0
Very good, wonderful sisters who run the Tourist Farm. Good breakfast and excellent lunch package that we got with us on our cycling excursions. The rooms are very good and not least the outdoor garden where you can sit and cozy up after cycling. Would really recommend this accommodation including the bike excursions very good bike paths.
June 2025•Sabiene K.★3.0
We thought you would get a map with cycling routes and you did not get it other guests were also disappointed with the "bike package".
June 2025•Bo Karlsson★5.0
Strongly considering doing the same mini vacation again next year. Everything was great. So we will gladly come again.
June 2025•Rolf L.★4.0
We had some bad luck with the weather. Otherwise bike-friendly surroundings.
June 2025•Ulla A.★4.2
We rented electric bikes, it was a prerequisite for a super weekend, due to strong winds. Accommodation: a great breakfast and friendly staff. Sleeping in a sofa bed was no big deal but we arranged it with an extra mattress.
Price & Booking
Book this trip
3 800SEK/ pers (3 nights)
4.5 (96)
One of the most booked trips via Sweden by Bike.
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Nice bike rides, good and plentiful lunch packages.
Very good, wonderful sisters who run the Tourist Farm. Good breakfast and excellent lunch package that we got with us on our cycling excursions. The rooms are very good and not least the outdoor garden where you can sit and cozy up after cycling. Would really recommend this accommodation including the bike excursions very good bike paths.
We thought you would get a map with cycling routes and you did not get it other guests were also disappointed with the "bike package".
Strongly considering doing the same mini vacation again next year. Everything was great. So we will gladly come again.
We had some bad luck with the weather. Otherwise bike-friendly surroundings.
We rented electric bikes, it was a prerequisite for a super weekend, due to strong winds. Accommodation: a great breakfast and friendly staff. Sleeping in a sofa bed was no big deal but we arranged it with an extra mattress.