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All the usual soft drinks (colas, lemonade, fruit juices) are widely available. Local specialities include Rivella, a Swiss drink sweetened with lactose (milk sugars), available in a number of varieties. Apple juice mixed 50/50 with carbonated water and known as apfelschorle is widely consumed. Apfelwein and most are cider-like alcoholic drinks produced from apples, particularly around Bodensee.

Amenities and services

St Goarshausen seen from Loreley rock (Stage 17)

Grocery shops and pharmacies

All cities, towns and larger villages passed through have grocery stores, often supermarkets, and most have pharmacies. Germany has strict laws restricting weekend opening with grocers closing at 1300 on Saturdays and remaining closed all day Sunday. In France they may be closed from 1300 to 1600 daily.

Cycle shops

The route is well provided with cycle shops, most with repair facilities. Locations are listed in the stage descriptions, although this is not exhaustive. In Switzerland, a list of cycle shops can be found at www.veloland.ch. Many cycle shops will adjust brakes and gears, or lubricate your chain, while you wait, often not seeking reimbursement for minor repairs. Touring cyclists should not abuse this generosity and always offer to pay, even if payment is refused.