Eurovelo 4 guides and maps
The Central European Cycle Route
Cycling 5,100 km across Western Europe offers a fascinating glimpse into the second-largest and most densely populated continent in the world. Medieval architecture, cities, and living history lessons await you! Ride along the spectacular northern coastline of France, cross the Bohemian Forest, and be amazed by the diversity of this Eurovelo route. Eurovelo 4 is so rich, you never know where to start!
To guide you on this European adventure, there’s nothing like accurate cycling maps, specialized guides, and reliable GPX tracks…
EV4 – A cycle route in the heart of Europe
Eurovelo 4, also known as the Central European Cycle Route, connects Roscoff, Brittany, to Kyiv, Ukraine. This cycle route, spanning over 5,100 kilometers, crosses seven countries:
The route begins in Roscoff, on the Breton coast, then follows the English Channel via Saint-Malo, Cherbourg, the cliffs of Étretat, and Dieppe to Dunkirk. It then crosses Belgium, passing through the city of Bruges and the Netherlands, and then enters Germany via Frankfurt. The route continues east through the Czech Republic, passing through Prague, Poland via Krakow, and Kyiv in Ukraine.
The route begins on the French coast, via the Vélomaritime, which is the only fully signposted section of the route. As soon as you enter Belgium or the Netherlands, the cycling infrastructure remains excellent, thanks in particular to the density of cycle paths. In Germany and the Czech Republic, the quality of the cycle network is also excellent, but it is strongly recommended to travel with detailed cycling maps or download GPX tracks to ensure continuity of your route.
In Poland or Ukraine, the use of specialized guides becomes essential to identify cycle-friendly routes, accommodation, distances and points of interest.
The must-see sites of Eurovelo 4
With EuroVelo 4, you’ll cross Europe, exploring places as varied as they are unforgettable. We’ve compiled a list of must-sees:
- The cliffs of Étretat in France, spectacular landscapes on the Normandy coast
- Mont-Saint-Michel, a legendary stop on the Vélomaritime and EuroVelo 4 routes
- Bruges in Belgium, a true medieval gem along the canals
- Dutch polders, the ideal cycling destination in the Netherlands, all flatness and serenity
- Frankfurt in Germany, a city of contrasts between skyscrapers and the old town
- Prague in the Czech Republic, one of the major cultural centers of Central Europe
- Krakow in Poland, with its Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance architecture
- Kyiv in Ukraine, the capital of a thousand churches and a troubled past
- Along the route, numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites punctuate the route.
Routes connected to EuroVelo 4
EuroVelo 4 intersects with several other European cycle routes, paving the way for ambitious looped or à la carte itineraries:
- EuroVelo 1 – The Atlantic Cycle Route: In France, it is known as “La Vélodyssée.” It shares the same starting point in Roscoff, allowing you to reach the Atlantic coast and the great beaches of the Southwest.
- The Vélomaritime: The French section of the EV4, fully signposted and ideal for a first long-distance cycling trip.
- EuroVelo 12 – North Sea Cycle Route: This overlaps EuroVelo 4 for 70 km, from Bray-Dunes to Calais.
Connected itineraries offer the opportunity to create a tailor-made cycling trip tailored to your needs. To explore even more destinations, discover our selection of guides, maps, and atlases dedicated to cycling routes in Europe.