Introduction
When summer rolls around, avid cyclists often feel excitement and unease: they want to be out enjoying the weather and nature, but they might’ve had to deal with extremely uncomfortable, sweaty, and joyless rides in the past.
With the right planning, summer heat, physical exertion, and long distances won’t be barriers to your summer rides. Instead, you can focus on enjoying each ride in style without fuss.
Here’s how to plan your cycling route during summer and choose the best e-bike for your adventures.
The best summer cycling routes in Europe
We’ve rounded up our list of the best summer cycling routes in Europe. Think friendly terrain, reliable infrastructure, and generally summer-friendly (or more tolerable) temperatures.
The Netherlands
Unlike many other locations that tend to have famous routes that emphasise accessibility, the Netherlands itself is one of the most universally accessible cycling and e-biking destinations, with famously flat terrain and dedicated cycling infrastructure.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced rider, the easy routes and cycle-first approach will undoubtedly make summer rides comfortable and enjoyable.
Germany: EuroVelo 15 - Rhine Cycle Route
This well-known route is flat, beginner-friendly, with dedicated cycle lanes. It’s also fully certified to the European Certification Standard! There’s a great handbook you can follow to plan your entire route, whether you’re looking for a weekend summer e-bike journey or something more extensive.
Denmark: Route 8 - EuroVelo 10
Also known as the Baltic Sea Cycle Route, this is Denmark’s longest and most famous bike trail, running through 12 islands connected by bicycle-friendly ferries and bridges.
Most importantly for summer e-bike rides, this route has generally mild temperatures, staying between 18°C and 22°C, with long daylight hours and plenty of active beach towns to stop by on your journey.
Sweden: The Kattegattleden
Running 390km along Sweden’s west coast, the Kattegattleden is a fully paved journey under the considerably cooler Nordic sun, with town hubs and charging stations along the way for rest stops (a must for summer cycling trips).
France: The Atlantic Coast Route
Another mostly car-free route, this stretch from Brittany down to the Spanish border has the unique summer advantage of generous shade, courtesy of giant maritime pine forests, with Accueil Vélo (Bike Welcome) hotels every 20-30 km, equipped with e-bike charging and repair bays.
Practical planning tips for riders of all abilities
● Check all available resources for your trip ahead of time to confirm elevation, length, and difficulty to plan a route that matches your abilities: EuroVelo, DutchBikeTours, and France Vélo Tourisme.
● Set a daily distance to keep things nice and easy. For beginners, 50km (about 31 miles) per day on flat terrain is a good place to start to avoid overexertion.
● Don’t feel pressured to cycle an entire route — many routes are broken into smaller stages, such as the Rhine Cycle Route, allowing you to pick the flattest or shortest sections instead of becoming overwhelmed.
● Of course, an e-bike is the best tip for summer trips because you can use assistance to tackle a variety of terrain with ease, even hills, making it ideal for riders of all fitness levels and ages.
Choose a reliable e-bike for your summer adventures
There’s a perfect e-bike out there for every person, journey, and preference. Here’s how to match our e-bikes to your summer adventures:
● You prefer shorter e-bike trips on flat terrain
Our CGO600 and CGO600 Pro are lightweight, easily manoeuvrable, and highly portable, making them the ideal e-bikes for someone wanting convenience and comfort.
The CGO800S offers the same comfort, with an upright posture and a smart, fully integrated display for easy navigation.
● You want to cycle on mixed terrain (and still be comfortable!)
With multiple gearing options, the CGO600 Plus, CGO800 Plus, and AGO X all help you climb slopes with ease whilst providing a smooth, stable, and durable ride. 
● You want more long-distance rides (without range anxiety)
The AGO AIR, AGO T, and AGO Performance give you large battery capacity for longer-distance rides (50+ km), a robust mid-drive motor, and an intuitive ride that feels effortless even when it’s going the extra mile.
Summer e-bike adventures await…
When you need heat-resistant battery performance, sleek design, comfortable geometry for long rides, and a lightweight frame for flexible portability, there’s only one way — TENWAYS e-bikes!
Pick your favourite route, plan your trip carefully, and confidently ride through nature without any worry about overheating or straining yourself.
(And if you go on a summer adventure on one of our TENWAYS e-bikes, be sure to tag us on Instagram: @tenways_ebike.)
