EuroVelo 13: The Iron Curtain Trail (Vol. 2) – Riga to Lübeck

Continue your exploration of European history with this second volume of the Iron Curtain Trail. From the Latvian capital of Riga to the Hanseatic city of Lübeck, this exceptional coastal route takes you through Latvia, Lithuania, the Kaliningrad Oblast, Poland, and northern Germany.

A route between wild beaches and the memory of Europe:

• The Pearls of the Baltic: Discover the wild beauty of Lithuania's Curonian Spit, Poland's unspoiled coastline, and historic port cities.
• Five Countries, One River of History: A unique multicultural journey following the former dividing line between the Eastern and Western blocs, documented by expert Michael Cramer.
• UNESCO World Heritage Site: Explore exceptional sites such as the historic centers of Riga and Lübeck, or the unique dune landscapes of the Eastern Baltic.

Expertise and Precision Navigation:

• Included GPS Tracks: Essential for crossing borders and navigating complex urban areas, the GPX files (2024 edition) ensure smooth navigation on your smartphone or cycling computer.
• Detailed Mapping: 1:85,000 scale, offering a perfect balance between overview and terrain accuracy.

This guide includes:

• Cards
• Route descriptions
• Detailed historical information
• References to the cultural and tourist offer of each region
• Practical travel and accommodation advice

It will be a truly valuable companion on your journey to discover the route along the former Iron Curtain.

You will take Eurovelo 10 and 13.