Molsheim - Saverne Greenway

Alsace by bike: cultural and sporting

Between vineyard plains and wooded valleys, the Molsheim – Saverne greenway offers a unique experience in Alsace, in the heart of the department of Bas-RhinOver 31,5 km, this former railway line has been transformed into cycle track unfolds a route accessible to all, whether one is in family, road bike or VAE.

From the start to Molsheim, a city with a rich heritage – a former episcopal city and the birthplace of Bugatti – we embark on an almost straight and shaded route, bordered by vineyards up to Marlenheim, the northern gateway to the Alsace Wine Route. Next come the impressive cliffs of Kronthal parade, a renowned climbing spot whose stones were once used in the construction of Strasbourg Cathedral. Then appears Wasselonne, charming town dominated by its square tower, vestige of a medieval castle.

The journey continues towards Romanswiller, former terminus station of the railway line. Further on, the path gradually resumes on its own right-of-way to reach Marmoutierfamous for its abbey and its Silbermann organs, then Saverne, a jewel at the foot of the Vosges. The town combines ancient remains, a Romanesque cloister, half-timbered houses and castles overlooking the valley.

The smooth, continuous surface makes for a pleasant ride, ideal for a leisurely stroll or a more strenuous effort. Well-equipped rest areas dot the route, allowing you to enjoy the villages and landscapes you pass through. Before planning your outing, consider consult the map of the Molsheim - Saverne greenway in order to organize your breaks or your discoveries.

Another advantage: this greenway is a real cycle hubFrom Molsheim, one can reach the Bruche canal towards Strasbourg, the Vineyard cycle route (EV5), or even the Bruche Valley. In Romanswiller, a connection leads to Westhoffen and its orchards. So many options to extend the adventure.

Family-friendly, cultural and sporting, the Molsheim – Saverne greenway perfectly embodies the spirit of cycling in Alsace: accessible, friendly and full of discoveries.