A bike path is an ever-changing surface. It varies from 2-5 metre-wide concrete or asphalt surfaces that are so smooth, to 6 inches of dirt set between half-metre high stinging nettles. One of the most unforgiving surfaces is the old-fashioned cobble, found a little too often in the eastern reaches of the Elbe. I see that I didn’t stop to take photos of the very narrow ones but below are some examples of what you can expect on your trip along the Elbe. As a bonus you will get to see some of the lovely scenery...
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| The middle is awful, the two sides okay |
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| Brilliant! |
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| This one's okay...but somewhat uneven |
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| This one is good! |
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| This cycle path is the road - not a lot of traffic - great surface - Rodney in red top |
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| Cycle path is still the road - and still not a lot of traffic... |
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| This stuff is not good but there are worse cobblestones |
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| See below... |
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| These configurations are surprisingly tricky. Especially when others are using the path |
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| Slightly better |
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| A little narrow... |
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| This photo stays in because of the wind farm on the left |
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| patchwork... |
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| Cobblestones with a bit of riding space on the right |
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| Cobblestones - not good |
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| More 'not good' cobblestones |
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| Rough on the edges but largely good |
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