Following Europe’s mighty western border, reaching from Scandinavia, to South and Western Portugal, the Atlantic Coast Route visits the majestic fjords of Norway, the wild Irish coastline, the rough cliffs of Brittany and the sun-kissed beaches of Portugal, totalling 11,000 km. Along the way you will not only be seduced by bustling port cities and cosy fishing villages, but you will be impressed by dramatic landscapes and have the chance to enjoy the best seafood each country has to offer.
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EuroVelo 1 – Atlantic Coast Route doesn’t only take you along the dramatic and breathtaking Atlantic coast. A cycling adventure on EuroVelo 1 will also lead you to a wilderness of undiscovered territories full of beauty and opportunity.
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This summer, cycle tourists from across Europe have told us about their stories of riding EuroVelo 1 in Norway, Ireland, France and Spain. Enjoy this second article focused on the southern experiences!
This summer, cycle tourists from across Europe have told us about their stories of riding EuroVelo 1 in Norway, Ireland, France and Spain. Whilst each is different, what is common about them is that the experiences have created unforgettable memories. Enjoy this first article focused on the norther…
These areas are recognised as biosphere reserves by UNESCO for demonstrating a balanced relationship between people and nature. These areas are ‘sites of learning for sustainable development’ that can help us to understand and manage changes and interactions between social and ecological systems, i…
Do you fancy tasting a boxty, a ‘kortreist’ cider, a kouign amann delight, or a filling patorrillo? Well, you can try all of these things and many more when you cycle along EuroVelo 1 - Atlantic Coast Route. EuroVelo 1’s route gives you the possibility to cycle through Norway, the island of Ireland…
One route to discover and experience the unique heritage and natural sites located in Europe's magnificent western regions.
If you need proof that you can cycle the EuroVelo routes any time of the year: Read the winter travel report of the Abicyclette Voyages travel agency team in this advertorial.
British sound artist and cyclist Paul Cheese is not unknown to the EuroVelo Team. In April 2018, he cycled 2,650 km along Eurovelo routes 11, 8, 5, 7 through Greece and Italy, capturing the sounds of fantastic locations along the way and creating a song with this material – and in September of the …
Last summer Ben van Baardwijk and Linda Reimersdahl went on a 30 day test ride in Ireland to prepare for an upcoming round-the-world adventure.
As you would expect, EuroVelo receives lots of emails from people wanting to cycle the EuroVelo routes but we occasionally hear from people wanting to use the routes to travel by other modes too. A few years ago, we heard from La Trottineuse and her remarkable journey along EuroVelo 6 by push scoo…
Guide written in German and describing the 910 km from the Pyrenees to Santiago de Compostela. It includes 62 precise maps and detailed route descriptions on a scale of 1:75.000, numerous references to the cultural and tourist attractions and an extensive accommodation and services directory. A characteristic of the bikeline cycling guides is their landscape format combined with the patented spiral binding system, weatherproof and ideal for the handlebar bag.
Guide written in German and describing the 1290km of La Vélodyssée, from Brittany to the Basque Country. It includes precise maps and detailed route descriptions on a scale of 1:75.000, numerous references to the cultural and tourist attractions and an extensive accommodation and services directory. A characteristic of the bikeline cycling guides is their landscape format combined with the patented spiral binding system making it ideal for the handlebar bag.
Guidebook written in French. From Roscoff to Nantes: 390 km of easy cycling routes along the Nantes-Brest Canal with its 238 locks, and an alternative 110-km route from Brest to Carhaix. The guide includes 96 pages packed with all the information you need to prepare and carry out your trip: 24 stages entirely signed for bikes, maps on a scale of 1:100 000, places to visit, accommodation, restaurants, bike repair shops, Accueil Vélo services and ‘Bike+Train’ information.
Written in French, this cycle guide to the Nantes-Brest Canal offers you more than 500 km of safe and signed cycle routes, 36 detailed maps and all the practical advice and useful addresses you need to organise your trip. From Nantes to Landévennec via the Nantes-Brest Canal, the route follows in the footsteps of the Dukes of Brittany. From Rosporden to Carhaix and from Saint-Méen-le-Grand to Questembert it goes on former railway tracks.
Guidebook written in French. 600 km of coastal tracks, all signed and traffic-free for safe cycling in the departments of Loire-Atlantique, Vendée, Deux-Sèvres and Charente-Maritime. The guide includes 25 detailed maps, 11 stages of between 30 and 50 km, 5 all-inclusive self-guided tours, practical advice, addresses of bike rental companies, 120 hotels, camp sites, self-catering gîtes and bed and breakfasts and the major sites to visit.
Guide book written in French. La Vélodyssée from the Gironde to the Basque Country: 400 km of safe and signed coastline cycle routes. The guide includes 30 detailed maps, 10 stages of 30 to 50 km, practical advice, addresses of bike rental companies, tour operators, hotels, campsites, self-catering gîtes and bed and breakfasts, and the major sites and picturesque fishing harbours to visit.
For this first guide in Dutch, Bert Sitters, a journalist and bicycle expert in the Netherlands, traveled all over La Vélodyssée from Roscoff to Hendaye. It includes 140 pages including 92 detailed maps at a scale of 1: 100,000 and a lot of practical information on the route.
This travel guide written in Spanish describes all the La Vélodyssée stages from the Spanish border (Hendaye) to Nantes. It includes 40 detailed maps on a scale of 1/100 000, descriptions of the 21 sections, train+bike information, and information on the accommodation and services available throughout the cycle route. This richly illustrated guide offers 856 km of freedom along the Atlantic Coast, accessible to all.
Organize your cycle tour simply and easily with this156-page travel guide written in French, including: maps, practical and tourist information, tips and practical bike advice, Le Routard’s suggestions and good ideas, addresses for accommodation, restaurants, bike rentals, bike transportation. This edition is in augmented reality. Simply scan a page via the Hachette Scan application to get additional information on events, places, visits and much more!
Guidebook written in French. A cycle tour for everyone with ocean and forest. Easy custom stages: daily trips, weekends, etc. 860 km of signposted and mostly secured routes. The guide includes 144 pages of detailed maps scaled 1/100 000, cities' maps, tours on the islands, useful adresses such as tourist offices, bike rentals, accomodations, etc., suggested tours and illustred texts.
With maps on scale of 1:500,000, city maps, background information and touristic information. Language: English. Available at local and online bookstores.
With maps on a scale of 1:500,000, city maps, background information and touristic information. Language: German. Available at local- and online book stores. At the end of 2021 it will be also available in English.
Interactive map of the touristic offer of the Algarve in Portugal, including information on accommodation, beaches, cultural heritage, gastronomy and wines, natural areas and transportation.
Interactive map of the touristic offer of the Atlantic Coast in France, including information on accommodation, bathing places, cultural heritage and sights, gastronomy and natural areas.
Your cycling holiday with Abicyclette Voyages on EuroVélo 1 - La Vélodyssée. From Nantes, do not miss the "Machines de l'îles" and start riding by the Atlantic. You discover the beautiful Atlantic coast beaches, cross many small charming villages and try some great sea food restaurants. Your itinerary is made of easy cycling roads with 80% of secured cycling paths. Your final destination, La Rochelle, is perfect for celebrating this arrival with its restaurants, port and beaches.
It is a 10-day bike trip in the calm of the French Brittany that we offer. A charming journey for all cycling lovers. Departing from Roscoff, the far north and the starting point of the EuroVelo 1 (La Vélodyssée) route, you ride on easy cycle paths, canal routes and dedicated routes. On your trip, you will discover the Bon Repos abbey, Guerlédan Lake, Pontivy, Josselin castle, Redon and finally Nantes, a city with a rich cultural and industrial heritage.
We propose that you carry out the Wine and World Heritage itinerary through EuroVelo 1, a proposal that we offer the traveler to combine the fascinating World of Wine with a total of 6 Certified Wine Routes in the itinerary, with knowledge of the 8 Goods World Heritage and his passion for cycling.
We propose that you carry out the Wine and World Heritage itinerary through EuroVelo 1, a proposal that we offer the traveler to combine the fascinating World of Wine with a total of 6 Certified Wine Routes in the itinerary, with knowledge of the 8 Goods World Heritage and his passion for cycling.
The Spanish section of the Eurovelo 1 route is an epic journey that takes you well off the beaten path, to discover continental Spain, crossing five strikingly different regions as you cycle. For two thirds of the way you will be following the Camino de Santiago and the Via de la Plata: both classic long distance cycling routes. Each night will be spent in towns and cities of outstanding historic, cultural and architectural interest, in a centrally located hotel.
Cycling holiday from Bordeaux to Biarritz along the Atlantic coast via La Vélodyssée. Ride out to meet man, nature, heritage and culture of the “Gironde, Landes and Basque Country”! Explore landscapes through the longest cycling tracks in France and Europe, and enjoy the wonderful tranquility all along the coast!
Between Nantes and Bordeaux, it is almost 600 kilometers of marked bike path. This tour follows 3 of the main cyclepaths in France: La Loire à Vélo, La Vélodysée, Le Canal des Deux Mers à Vélo, between heritage and landscapes, between estuaries and ocean, between countryside and beaches... Photo copyright ©Randovélo
Need a breath of sea air? This cycle trip has all you are looking for: adventure, the open sea, and a sense of exhilaration. Along this section of the La Vélodyssée cycle route, be soothed by the backwash of the ocean waves as you ride from Pornic to the old port of La Rochelle. Photo copyright ©Velorizons
Follow the Atlantic Ocean coast, between the towns Nantes and La Rochelle: an entertaining/amazing part of La Vélodyssée. During this relaxed coastal road you can enjoy the woods, dunes, salt sea air and the sparkling light. Take a break now and then for a refreshing dive into the sea or a nice lunch in this Eldorado for ‘seafood’ lovers. Photo copyright ©La Vélodyssée A.Stapf
Take La Vélodyssée from Bordeaux and explore the wealth of Atlantic Coast landscapes: ocean beaches, sand dunes and pine forests, freshwater lakes and renowned seaside resorts. End the day in a warm, friendly setting where you can sample the delights of the local cuisine. Photo copyright ©La Vélodyssée A.Stapf
Discover the many treasures of the Atlantic coast from La Rochelle to Biarritz. Rochefort, the fortified city of Brouage, the oyster parcs, the far-reaching beaches of the Landes, a surfer's paradise, the pine forests, the Arcachon basin ans the Dune of Pilat. Photo copyright ©La Vélo Voyageur
A mythic crossing between two symbolic and magic cities. You will start in the heart of Porto, which is a very lively city, listed as World Heritage site by Unesco. You will walk along the Atlantic Ocean, between endless golden beaches, fishing villages with colourful houses and forests of wild pine trees, in order to reach the capital city of Lisbon and its seven hills. All along the travel, you will enjoy delicious and authentic dishes served in small villages.