Route 1: Schwarzwald Hochstraße 🇩🇪
The Schwarzwald Hochstraße is one of Germany’s oldest and most beloved scenic roads. Spanning 60 kilometers from Baden-Baden to Freudenstadt, the B500 winds through the northern Black Forest with sweeping curves, dense pine forests and a calm, almost timeless atmosphere.
Along the way, you’ll pass panoramic spots like Mummelsee and Hornisgrinde – perfect places to stop and enjoy the view. Classic machines like the BMW R-series or a Moto Guzzi with sidecar feel right at home here. Smooth tarmac, wide bends – this is motorcycling at its most serene.
Route 2: The Veluwe Tour 🇳🇱
The Veluwe is the green soul of the Netherlands, offering peaceful beauty and a perfect setting for vintage touring. This route takes you from Hoenderloo through Otterlo to the historic town of Elburg – a scenic stretch filled with forests, heathlands and sleepy villages.
It’s not about speed here – it’s about the experience. Roads are quiet, nature is all around, and every stop is worth it. Bikes like the Yamaha XS650 or Honda CB400 Four are perfect companions. This is slow riding at its best – every kilometer a pleasure.
Route 3: Route des Grandes Alpes 🇫🇷
The Route des Grandes Alpes is one of the most epic rides Europe has to offer. Stretching over 700 kilometers from Lake Geneva (Thonon-les-Bains) to the Mediterranean in Menton, it takes you over legendary passes like the Galibier, Izoard and Bonette – all towering over 2,000 meters.
The route is demanding, but deeply rewarding. It’s made for classics that aren’t afraid of altitude: Honda CB750, Yamaha XJ900, or a well-prepped Ducati. With every turn, the views get grander – this is a ride that stays with you.
Route 4: Stelvio Pass 🇮🇹
The Stelvio Pass (Passo dello Stelvio) is one of Europe’s most iconic alpine roads. At 2,757 meters high, it features 48 tight switchbacks on the northern ascent, twisting sharply up the mountain from Prato allo Stelvio. It’s visually breathtaking and technically demanding – an unforgettable challenge for rider and machine alike.
Expect dramatic views, high-altitude air and a ride through forests, rock faces and patches of permanent snow. Ideal for classic machines built for real riding: Ducati 900SS, Honda CBX, or a Guzzi with presence. Combine it with the Umbrail or Gavia pass and you’ve got a loop that will stay with you for life.
Route 5: Grossglockner High Alpine Road 🇨🇭
Austria’s most spectacular mountain road stretches 48 km through the Hohe Tauern. Climbing to over 2,500 meters, you’ll pass glaciers, alpine meadows, sharp ridges and photo-perfect panoramas. The tarmac is flawless, the curves inviting, and the views dramatic.
It’s a dream route for riders of classic tourers like the BMW R-series or Moto Guzzi California. Every stop along the way – from viewpoints to alpine huts – is worth it. This is motorcycling through the Alps as it should be: pure, scenic, and unforgettable.
Route 6: N-260 / Pyrenees Route 🇪🇸
The N-260 is one of Spain’s best hidden gems for motorcyclists. Running from the Mediterranean coast into the Pyrenees, it winds through mountain valleys, remote villages and stunning high passes. It offers peaceful roads, long sweeping curves, and a raw, untamed feel.
This ride is for those who seek freedom and rhythm. Classic bikes like a Yamaha XS750 or a BMW R80G/S feel right at home here. There’s little traffic, plenty of charm, and sunshine from coast to crest.
