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Denmark

Copenhagen to Stockholm Cycling

Trip code: C07SD

Average customer rating 4.2 / 5(5 verified reviews)

Self-Guided Cycling
7 nights hotel-to-hotel
Moderate
Flights available
Exodus trip
CO₂ rating 1/5
Headwater Navigation app

Trip highlights

Two Nordic capital cities; Copenhagen and Stockholm

UNESCO Kronborg Castle and Drottningholm Palace

Coastal cycling; fishing villages, bays and marinas

Discover Gothenburg’s maritime history

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Trip details

This cycling holiday offers the opportunity to explore two fantastic Northern European capital cities; Copenhagen and Stockholm. You will also follow the Kattegat route along Sweden’s picturesque West Coast and discover the metropolis of Gothenburg.

What's included

Included

  • 7 nights in 3-star and 4-star accommodation
  • All breakfasts
  • Headwater navigation app
  • Bike hire included
  • Luggage transfers between hotels
  • Train Gothenburg to Stockholm

Not included

  • Flights
  • Local taxes/fees
  • Ferry Helsingor to Helsingborg
  • Train Helsingborg to Falkenburg
  • Travel insurance

Your bike

Hand-picked for the route, hire included

Velo de Ville, Custom Made or equivalent. Your bike hire is included in the price of your holiday and comes equipped with the relevant essentials, plus rear pannier and handlebar bag.

Travel options

Flights

Our air prices include standard flights and transfers.

Itinerary

Route map, with each night's stop marked
The full route, night by night. Select the map to view it full screen.

Day 1 · —Arrive in Copenhagen

Arrive in Copenhagen

Take a first stroll through Denmark’s capital and explore some of the many sights and tourist
attractions.

In the evening you will get your bike.

You stay at Absalon Hotel

Hotel Absalon - Exterior
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Absalon Hotel

Copenhagen

  • Air conditioning
  • Hairdryers
  • Mastercard
  • Safe
  • Shops
  • Tea & coffee
  • Television
  • Visa cards
  • Wifi access

Absalon Hotel is a family run hotel, featuring colourful décor by Designers Guild. Absalon’s modern rooms have a desk and flat-screen TV with cable channels. Rooms offer a city view or view of their courtyard. Breakfast is a generous organic buffet, and Danish pastries, gluten-free bread and tasty marmalade are just some of the options offered.

Day 2 · 55km/34.2miCopenhagen to Helsingborg

Copenhagen to Helsingborg

Leave the capital and head first through fragrant forests and along the beaches of the Oresund to UNESCO listed Kronborg Castle, the setting of Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Take the ferry to Helsingborg (20 mins, approx. SEK 70 per person, not included) to arrive in Sweden.

You stay at Elite Hotel Mollberg

Lounge at Elite Hotel Mollberg, Helsingborg
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Elite Hotel Mollberg

Helsingborg

  • Hairdryers
  • Mastercard
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Television
  • Visa cards
  • Wifi access

Steeped in history and full of character, Elite Hotel Mollberg occupies one of Sweden’s oldest hotel buildings in the heart of Helsingborg’s charming old town. Overlooking Stortorget square, this elegant four-star hotel blends period features with contemporary comfort, offering individually styled rooms and a welcoming atmosphere.

Day 3 · 40km/24.9miHelsingborg to Varberg

Helsingborg to Varberg

Start the day by taking the train to one of the oldest towns in Halland, Falkenburg (90 mins, approx. SEK 210 per person, not included). From here your route now takes you along the west coast on the Kattegatt route taking you through picturesque fishing villages and past small craft workshops. In Traslovslage, take a break and enjoy some freshly caught lobster. In the late afternoon, you will reach Varberg with its imposing fortress.

You stay at Varbergs Stadshotell & Asia Spa

Varbergs Stadshotell and Asia spa
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Varbergs Stadshotell & Asia Spa

Varberg

  • Hairdryers
  • Mastercard
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Tea & coffee
  • Television
  • Visa cards
  • Wifi access

Set in the heart of Varberg, this elegant hotel blends historic character with modern comfort. Enjoy stylish rooms, excellent dining and easy access to the town’s waterfront attractions. The acclaimed rooftop Asia Spa is available for relaxation and treatments at an additional cost, payable locally.

Day 4 · 74km/46.0miVarberg to Kungsbacka

Varberg to Kungsbacka

Cycle along the coast to Asa before continuing inland alongside fields and equestrian farms to reach Kungsbacka, a cozy small town with a lovely old city that was once part of Denmark.

You stay at HOTELL HALLAND

Hotell Halland, Gothenburg
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HOTELL HALLAND

KUNGSBACKA

  • Air conditioning
  • Hairdryers
  • Television
  • Wifi access

Hotell Haland is a family run hotel with a modern quirky feel. They have a sauna and bar for relaxing. Each tastefully decorated room features private bathroom with tiled floor, with hairdryer and toiletries. Their restaurant serves Scandanavian and international dishes, and you can enjoy a drink at their cosy lobby during the evening if you wish.

Day 5 · 66km/41.0mi or 43km/26.7miKungsbacka to Gothenburg

Kungsbacka to Gothenburg

You leave Kungsbacka and cycle north through lush forests, past bays and small harbours. Saro is a good place to stop for a short break. Today’s stage ends in the bustling centre of Gothenburg. Enjoy the atmosphere at the harbour or visit the Maritiman museum. Garden lovers can visit Tradgardsforeningen park and for art lovers there is the Gothenburg Art Museum. With so much to explore here please ask our team if you’d like to book an extra night!

You stay at HOTEL EGGERS

Hotel Eggers, Gothenburg
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HOTEL EGGERS

GOTHENBURG

  • American Express
  • Hairdryers
  • Mastercard
  • Safe
  • Television
  • Visa cards
  • Wifi access

Hotel Eggers is one of the oldest hotels in Sweden dating back to 1859. It is a listed building, and over the years has hosted royalty, painters, diplomats, spies, businessmen and women for secret rendezvous as well as grand, important meetings. The calm, genuine Eggers atmosphere has been preserved, with added mod cons and top of the range facilities. Rooms have beautiful wooden floors, and either have a view of the courtyard or the city centre.

Day 6 · —Gothenburg to Stockholm

Gothenburg to Stockholm

After breakfast, you will travel to Stockholm by train with your own luggage. In the afternoon, there will be time for a stroll through the old town. There is plenty to explore in the island city.

You stay at HOTEL BIRGER JARL

Hotel Biger Jarl - Standard Room
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HOTEL BIRGER JARL

STOCKHOLM

  • Air conditioning
  • Hairdryers
  • Safe
  • Television
  • Wifi access

Hotel Birger Jarl is a hotel in Vasastan with 271 modern rooms and suites, including a gym and other amenities. Their comfortable rooms have private bathrooms, equipped with shower or bathtub. All standard rooms have wooden floors and an armchair with a side table. Free wireless internet connection is available in all rooms. They offer a generous and varied buffet breakfast.

Day 7 · 42km/26.1miAt Stockholm - Drottningholm Palace

At Stockholm - Drottningholm Palace

Today’s ride follows an ancient trade route that has existed since the Viking Age. Skirting along Sweden’s third largest lake, Lake Malaren you pass the World Heritage listed Drottningholm Palace dating to the 1600’s. Located, right on the lakeshore this is the permanent residence of the King and Queen of Sweden. You can visit the Palace itself and stroll in the park where you will find the Chinese Pavilion dating from the 18th century. Continue across bridges onto the island of Sodermalm and then through the old town of Stockholm, Gamla Stan.

Elevation

At Stockholm - Drottningholm Palace elevation profile

You stay at HOTEL BIRGER JARL

Hotel Biger Jarl - Standard Room
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HOTEL BIRGER JARL

STOCKHOLM

  • Air conditioning
  • Hairdryers
  • Safe
  • Television
  • Wifi access

Hotel Birger Jarl is a hotel in Vasastan with 271 modern rooms and suites, including a gym and other amenities. Their comfortable rooms have private bathrooms, equipped with shower or bathtub. All standard rooms have wooden floors and an armchair with a side table. Free wireless internet connection is available in all rooms. They offer a generous and varied buffet breakfast.

Day 8 · —Leave Stockholm

Leave Stockholm

Extending your holiday

Hotel Absalon - Exterior
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Absalon Hotel

Copenhagen

  • Air conditioning
  • Hairdryers
  • Mastercard
  • Safe
  • Shops
  • Tea & coffee
  • Television
  • Visa cards
  • Wifi access

Absalon Hotel is a family run hotel, featuring colourful décor by Designers Guild. Absalon’s modern rooms have a desk and flat-screen TV with cable channels. Rooms offer a city view or view of their courtyard. Breakfast is a generous organic buffet, and Danish pastries, gluten-free bread and tasty marmalade are just some of the options offered.

Hotel Biger Jarl - Standard Room
Image 1 of 4

HOTEL BIRGER JARL

STOCKHOLM

  • Air conditioning
  • Hairdryers
  • Safe
  • Television
  • Wifi access

Hotel Birger Jarl is a hotel in Vasastan with 271 modern rooms and suites, including a gym and other amenities. Their comfortable rooms have private bathrooms, equipped with shower or bathtub. All standard rooms have wooden floors and an armchair with a side table. Free wireless internet connection is available in all rooms. They offer a generous and varied buffet breakfast.

Hotel Eggers, Gothenburg
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HOTEL EGGERS

GOTHENBURG

  • American Express
  • Hairdryers
  • Mastercard
  • Safe
  • Television
  • Visa cards
  • Wifi access

Hotel Eggers is one of the oldest hotels in Sweden dating back to 1859. It is a listed building, and over the years has hosted royalty, painters, diplomats, spies, businessmen and women for secret rendezvous as well as grand, important meetings. The calm, genuine Eggers atmosphere has been preserved, with added mod cons and top of the range facilities. Rooms have beautiful wooden floors, and either have a view of the courtyard or the city centre.

What our travellers say

We enjoyed the cycling but the route in Sweden was not that interesting in terms of landmarks, scenery and culture. A lot of route was through industrial and residential areas, and despite the holiday name, most of the route in Sweden was not along the coast. The Danish bit was very pretty. We cycled 265 kms and enjoyed the challenge, better weather would have enhanced our enjoyment! We felt that the holiday was expensive.

Anne Walker

Excellent

Gordon Reid

The trip was amazing. Lots of different towns and scenery.

Jonathan Barlow

Everything worked! Helpful back up staff when we encountered an issue with luggage delivered to our hotel in Copenhagen.

A Valued Customer

Well organised, good hotels, interesting routes.

Mr Cummings
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Positive impact

Carbon score for this trip

12.0

Kg CO₂e

per person, per night

Relative to other Headwater trips

We measure emissions from the parts of the holiday we organise — including accommodation, in-trip transport, meals and activities — and express them as CO₂e per person, per night. Our label doesn’t include your travel to and from the start of the trip. As a Certified B Corp, Headwater is committed to reducing this figure and to positively impacting local communities, the local environment and our staff. Learn more

From£1,759per person