This comprehensive guidebook describes a 27-stage cycle tour following the course of the Rhine which flows through six countries on its way from high in the Swiss Alps to the North Sea. The 1372km route from Oberalppass to Hoek van Holland makes use of dedicated cycle tracks & country roads, only venturing onto main roads or urban streets for short, unavoidable stretches. The countries passed through are all very cycle-friendly & the route is well-provisioned, making it ideal both for experienced long-distance cyclists & those who have done only a little cycle touring & wish to attempt something more adventurous. Clear route description is illustrated with 1:100, 000 mapping & largerscale urban maps. The guide blends practical information to help you plan a successful trip with historical & cultural notes to enhance the experience. Passing through Switzerl&, Germany, France & the Netherlands (and with short sections in Liechtenstein & Austria), the route is wonderfully varied, from the high mountains with deep glacial valleys & gorges, passing Roman remains, medieval towns, castles & cathedrals, German palaces, great cities, Dutch windmills & relics of 20th-century warfare. & of course, following a river, the cycling is nearly all downhill! Key marketing points: • One of the best-selling European cycle-touring guides • One of the 14 waymarked routes in the Euro Velo network • Third most popular cycle tour in Germany after the Baltic Sea cycle route & the Bodensee cycle route