The south of France is influenced par the Mediterranean culture. Its iconic landscapes have been shaped by its inhabitants over several generations. Cycling through the Mediterranean region is a real awakening of the senses. Come taste the authentic cuisine which will revive your taste buds, observe unique landscapes where the sea merges with the sky and come breathe the air of Provence... From the Côte d'Azur, renowned for its splendour and its 'Belle Epoque' architecture, to the oriental extremity, where the Alps meet the Mediterranean, passing by Languedoc and its great vineyards, you will experience an exciting adventure on EuroVelo 8.
Download here the full GPS tracks of EuroVelo 8 - Mediterranean Route in France and start planning your next cycling holidays!
France Vélo Tourisme is the French national website for promoting long distance cycle routes. The website has specific pages for all the 'ready-to-cycle' EuroVelo routes with maps, points of interest and other useful information.
This website, developed as part of the France Vélo Tourisme website, gives a lot of information about EuroVelo 8 - Mediterranean Route. You will find an interactive map, a division of the route in stages, a description of each section and even downloadable GPX tracks.
The itinerary in the Alpes-Maritimes follows the 'Littorale', a cycle route following the sea coast for 15 km between the Nice harbour and the Marina Baie des Anges in Villeneuve-Loubet.
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ECF Board Member Sidsel Birk Hjuler recently cycled along EuroVelo 8 - Mediterranean Route from Athens to Lisbon. In this very special feature, she shares her feelings and thoughts on bike travelling and the encounters on the way.
At EuroVelo, we like to pay attention to the relaxing times that follow a good bike ride. It goes without saying that these often include good food and the discovery of local culinary specialties when cycle touring in a foreign country! The slow pace of cycling holidays allows for a deeper understa…
Cycling in Europe? There is an app for that! Our official app is free and designed to help you discover the most developed EuroVelo routes. Thousands of kilometres of cycle routes in the palm of your hand – what are you waiting for? Download the app, get on your bike and start exploring!
Cycling in Europe? There is an app for that! Our official app is free and designed to help you discover the most developed EuroVelo routes. Thousands of kilometres of cycle routes in the palm of your hand – what are you waiting for? Download the app, get on your bike and start exploring!
The Service Handbook contains plenty of information on the route's stages, accommodation, attractions, food etc. It was developed as part of the MEDCYCLETOUR project.
Discover the tourist cycling loops in the Alpes-Maritimes according to your desire and your level: family outings, cyclo-tourist routes, sporting loops or itineraries over several days.
Plan your trip? Find out the roadbook of La Méditerranée à vélo (EuroVelo 8 in France): 850 km of cycle route are presented. 20 stages and 42 detailed maps to follow the itinerary, to be guided and not miss out. You will find suggestions of getaways in Roussillon, Camargue and Provence for week-ends or more!
