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 11,150 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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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 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 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.
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.
Interactive map of the tourist offer of the Algarve.
This stunning route involves cycling and running through the Inagh Valley, Glen Valley, Maaumturk & 12 Ben Mountain ranges, Western Way Trail and kayaking on the crystal clear waters of the Killary Fjord in the shadow of Connaughts' highest mountain Mweelrea.
The Ruta Via de la Plata-NonStop/ Eurovelo 1 is a mountain bike sporting event in the purest randonneur style. The RVP-NONSTOP/EUROVELO 1 will be held to coincide with the full moon in June. The event will begin at 09.00 am on June 3 2020 in Gijón and will finish in Carmona (Seville) on Sunday June 7 at 1.00 pm, with a maximum duration of 100 hours (average speed of 10 kph).
Quest Sligo is the latest and most exciting event to be added to the Quest series of adventure races. This brand-new, one-day, multi-discipline sporting event will give participants the opportunity to experience the beauty and hidden gems of South and West Sligo. The event will see participants run, cycle and kayak their way around stunning locations such as Temple House Lake, Ladies Brae, Ox Mountains, Tawnatrohaun, and Lough Easkey.
Mythic crossing between two symbolic and magic cities. Start in the heart of Porto, a very lively city listed as World Heritage site by Unesco. Walk along the Atlantic Ocean, between endless golden beaches, fishing villages with colourful houses and forests of wild pine trees, and reach the capital city of Lisbon and its seven hills. You will enjoy delicious and authentic dishes served in small villages. This is a stay mixing tradition, nature and gastronomy.
This beautiful cycle route starts off from the fortified port of La Rochelle, goes along the wonderful coast of the ocean. Along the way, you will pass oyster “farms”, do not hesitate to stop by to try a couple. You’ll pass by the islands of Ré, Oléron and Ile Madame. Breath-taking nature, tourist attractions, swimming spots, rich history and oyster-farming will be part of your amazing trip to Royan.
With over 2,000km of unspoilt scenic cycling to explore, Ireland is quickly becoming a mecca for cycling holiday enthusiasts. West Ireland Cycling tours takes you through quaint little Irish towns and villages with B&B and hotel options that are perfectly suited to cycling holidays and very welcoming to tourists. Highlights: Connemara National Park, The Cliffs of Moher, The Burren National Park, The Aran Islands, The Wild Atlantic Way, Traditional Irish Music pubs, quiet country roads
Your cycling holiday with Abicyclette Voyages on EuroVélo 1 - 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 (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.
