Eurovelo 10 cycling guides and maps
Eurovelo 10 – Baltic Sea Cycle Route
EuroVelo 10, also known as the Baltic Sea Cycle Route, is one of Europe’s longest cycle routes, a loop of nearly 9,000 km. It circles the Baltic Sea and crosses nine countries, connecting beaches, forests, medieval towns, and Nordic metropolises.
EuroVelo 10, the complete Baltic Sea cycle tour
EuroVelo 10 offers a cycling trip around the Baltic Sea, a destination still relatively unknown to French cycle tourists. This extensive loop crosses the Baltic countries, Scandinavia, and Central Europe, offering a subtle blend of historical heritage, unspoiled nature, and maritime ambiance.
More precisely, you will pass through Poland to Lithuania, passing through Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Latviaand even a portion of Russia, the itinerary reveals a rich and exotic Northern Europe.
There’s no one-way route to complete the journey, but many cyclists choose to start in Germany or Denmark, where cycling infrastructure is most developed. You can ride along Baltic beaches, through boreal forests, along chalk cliffs, or explore cities rich in history and culture.
The level of development of the Baltic Sea Cycle Route
The North Sea Cycle Route has been largely completed, but the layout varies depending on the country:
- In Germany, the route follows national cycle paths along the entire Baltic coast. A must for German cyclists, with clear signage.
- In Poland, the coast is also well served, although EuroVelo 10 signage is not yet widespread.
- Cycling in Denmark is an experience in itself: the EuroVelo 10 is fully signposted, on a network of safe, flat, and well-maintained cycle paths.
- In Estonia, the route is also fully signposted, passing through forests, peat bogs, and quiet coastal villages.
- In Sweden, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, and Russia, the route is still largely in the planning stages. You will often have to create your own route using maps, GPX files, and the official EuroVelo 10 map.
The essentials not to be missed on the EV10
- Gdańsk in Poland : Historic port city with a rich Hanseatic past.
- Lübeck in Germany : Gothic pearl of the north, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Copenhagen in Denmark : Cycling capital, perfect for experiencing the Nordic way of life. Copenhagen is a must-see by bike!
- Stockholm in Sweden : Urban archipelago between sea and forest.
- Helsinki in Finland : A city of modern design, nature, and bustling ports.
- Tallinn in Estonia : A medieval old town with a magical atmosphere.
- Riga in Latvia : Art Nouveau and vibrant culture.
- Klaipėda in Lithuania : A bustling port and gateway to the Curonian Spit.
- Saint Petersburg in Russia : One of the most beautiful cities in Europe, perfect for well-prepared travelers to explore by bike.
Routes connected to EuroVelo 10
On Eurovelo 10, several routes intersect with the Baltic Sea Cycle Route, offering options to extend or combine the journey:
- EuroVelo 7 – The Sun Route : It can be reached in Denmark and Finland, connecting Sweden to Central Europe via Berlin, Prague, or Salzburg.
- EuroVelo 13 – The Iron Curtain Route : It runs through much of Eastern Europe and connects with the EV10 in the Baltic countries and around the Baltic Sea.
- EuroVelo 11 – The Eastern European Route : It crosses the Baltic countries from north to south and can be combined with certain sections of the EV10 in Latvia or Estonia.
If you want even more ideas for routes in Europe, we invite you to visit our EuroVelo guides and maps.