I live a few miles upstream from Cochem. If you've not been to the Mosel before, you're in for a treat. The roads around here are fantastic for biking. Few pointers for your trip:
- don't know what route you're taking to Cochem, but recommend you include the 258/257 in the Eifel National Park from Monschau/Schleiden/Blankenheim/Nurburg/Ulmen to Cochem.
- once you get to Nagold, consider a trip into the Voges, over the border in France. Lovely area and some cracking roads.
- in general, be very careful with German drivers on twisty routes, as they often cut the bends (even when something is coming) and rarely indicate when they are turning off.
Enjoy. If you need any specific info on our area, just ask.