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.
Superb vacation with great food, very friendly staff, comfortable beds, wonderful rose garden, good bikes, beautiful bike trails. What more could you ask for!
Marianne
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No extra fees - you pay the organizer's price
Accident insurance for everyone registered in the booking
Free 1-year membership (value 199 kr)
20% discount in our webshop (single-use coupon)
Personal support throughout your booking
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Photos from the trip
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
When arriving at Österlen, something special happens - it's as if the place grabs hold of your heart and never lets go. Exploring the beautiful landscape on a bike, with its varied nature, fills you with a wonderful energy. Experiencing Sandhammaren's long, white sandy beaches, visiting TV celebrity Karl-Fredrik at Eklaholm or stopping by an art gallery - there is so much to see and enjoy. A crucial part of the experience is also being able to relax, just be, listen to the sea, chat and enjoy the food. Simply living.
Hotell Turistgården in Simrishamn offers accommodation with a unique 18th century atmosphere and personal service that creates the conditions for relaxation. Don't miss the chance to visit the beautiful Rose Garden, which contains over 300 different types of roses and offers a scent experience beyond the ordinary.
During your cycling days, there are countless sights and enjoyable experiences to discover, such as art, beech forests, restaurants, and historical landmarks. Each day includes a lunch package with baguette, salad, fruit, cake, and coffee that you can enjoy whenever it suits you during the cycling excursion.
Included
5 nights (part of double room)
Coffee, tea and homemade on arrival
5 x breakfast
4 x lunch pack
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 with Österlens Cykel, tel: +46706855866
Day 1 - Simrishamn - an idyllic port town
Hotel Turistgården, Simrishamn
Coffee, tea and homemade on arrival
Flexible distance
Upon arriving at Hotell Turistgården in the small harbor town of Simrishamn, you'll be greeted with home-baked pastries. Then, you can hop on your bike and take a little tour of the surrounding area. The idyllic town boasts Sweden's largest fishing harbor, where you can treat yourself to an ice cream and observe the bustling activity. With restaurants located close by, there's a good chance you'll find exactly what you're in the mood for.
Day 2 - Fishing villages and medieval castles
Hotel Turistgården, Simrishamn
Breakfast and lunch to go
30 km
Start your day with a relaxing bike ride along the sea towards Skillinge. On the way, you will pass by the picturesque fishing village of Brantevik, where you can stop and enjoy the sandwiches and coffee that Turistgården has provided. After a bike ride of just over 10 kilometers, you will reach Skillinge. On a warm day, the sea is sure to tempt you for a refreshing swim.
From Skillinge, take the small roads to the impressive medieval castle of Glimmingehus. Take a guided tour and listen to entertaining stories about life in the castle and how potential attackers were kept at bay. Don't miss the nearby Bolshög's small church from the 12th century. Then it's time to head back to Simrishamn, where you can relax with a drink in the Rosenträdgården at the hotel.
Day 3 - Kivik - apples and beautiful moors
Hotel Turistgården, Simrishamn
Breakfast and lunch to go
55 km
Our suggestion for the day is to head north to Kivik by bike. Take a detour to Stenshuvud National Park, park your bike and hike up to the mighty peak along a trail surrounded by lush deciduous forest. At 97 meters above sea level, you'll get a magnificent view of the coast and Hanö Bay. Continue on to the beautiful sandy beaches. After the hike, you can enjoy a swim from the beautiful beach, which is also a perfect place to enjoy your packed lunch.
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 is Vitemölla Badhotell, closer to a classic seaside hotel you can't get. Built in 1913, you can enjoy high-class food on the glass veranda and dream of times gone by. Continue towards Haväng and the shooting range Ravlunda just north of Kivik, here you can enjoy beautiful cycling on small gravel roads. The heath landscape is fantastic and the sea is always by your side. You cycle through refreshing beech forests and soon reach one of the country's most beautiful sandy beaches, which stretches all the way to Åhus.
Day 4 - Deer and swimming
Hotel Turistgården, Simrishamn
Breakfast and lunch bag
30 km
Enjoy a delightful bike ride to the beautiful beach of Gyllebosjön, surrounded by lush beech forests and natural pastures. Here, you can explore the ruins of a castle from the 16th century and a castle from the 19th century. The area is characterized by varied landscapes, with the transition between the flatland in the south and the forested slopes of Linderödsåsen in the north. Nature lovers can discover a lot, such as large deer enclosures and scenic hiking trails.
Day 5 - Close to nature tour
Hotel Turistgården, Simrishamn
Breakfast and lunch to go
40 km
On this day, we suggest that you pedal north towards Rörum. Here, you can visit the Mandelmanns Gardens, an organic farm that combines agriculture and forestry. The Garden Kitchen serves food and refreshments while the farm shop offers seasonal vegetables and fruits. For a taste of authentic French country charm, visit the French Creperie in Rörum, which serves dishes made with locally sourced ingredients from Österlen. Then continue your excursion to the stunning beech forest at S:t Olof. Along the way, you'll pass by fields with horses, sheep, cows, and chickens, and enjoy the beautiful rural landscapes of Skåne.
Day 6 - Return home
Breakfast
After a relaxing breakfast, it's time to head back home. We hope you'll take many fond memories with you and that you've experienced the best that Österlen has to offer!
Simrishamn, Skåne
Map Absolute Cycling in Österlen
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.
24 Ratings
★4.7
Overall impression ★4.7
Value for money ★4.8
Treatment and service ★4.9
Accommodation ★4.5
Dining experience ★4.5
Biking experience ★4.6
August 2025•Britta P.★5.0
A very nice concept. Will gladly come again Regards Britta
August 2025•Ann-christin Wahlman★5.0
Four fantastic days with beautiful weather. Although it was really windy two days, it worked well with the nice electric bikes. Nice accommodation at Turistgården and really nice lunch packages every day. More than satisfied.
September 2024•Mona G.★5.0
Good suggestions for bike paths that we started from but we also made our own detours. Very happy with the stay in Österlen.
August 2024•Sanna L.★4.3
We had a very nice stay. Really recommend Österlen! The double room was small but had what you needed, the beds were comfortable. Good breakfast buffet with lots to choose from. Varying lunch packages with salad / sandwiches and coffee. The staff was very nice and helpful. There were very nice bike rides and lots to see. The only thing that pulls down the rating a bit was that one of the bikes broke during one of our excursions, it was replaced the next day. We did not want to go home when it was time!
July 2024•Stefan Rimark★4.2
great weather
June 2023•Pia S.★5.0
Fantastic accommodation and great service from all staff. Good breakfast buffet with many options to choose from. The lunch packages that we got on our bike tours were generous and lasted all day.
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6 200SEK/ pers (5 nights)
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A very nice concept. Will gladly come again Regards Britta
Four fantastic days with beautiful weather. Although it was really windy two days, it worked well with the nice electric bikes. Nice accommodation at Turistgården and really nice lunch packages every day. More than satisfied.
Good suggestions for bike paths that we started from but we also made our own detours. Very happy with the stay in Österlen.
We had a very nice stay. Really recommend Österlen! The double room was small but had what you needed, the beds were comfortable. Good breakfast buffet with lots to choose from. Varying lunch packages with salad / sandwiches and coffee. The staff was very nice and helpful. There were very nice bike rides and lots to see. The only thing that pulls down the rating a bit was that one of the bikes broke during one of our excursions, it was replaced the next day. We did not want to go home when it was time!
great weather
Fantastic accommodation and great service from all staff. Good breakfast buffet with many options to choose from. The lunch packages that we got on our bike tours were generous and lasted all day.