As the home of the world’s most famous cycle race, France has long been a popular destination for cycle tourists hoping to follow in the footsteps of their heroes but perhaps at a more leisurely pace. When you consider that it also has to offer spectacular scenery, delicious food and a growing network of signed long-distance cycle routes, it is not surprising to hear that France has become the second biggest market for cycle tourism in Europe. However, with a country as large as France, there are still opportunities to find quiet rides for those who like to escape from the crowd. And with 10 different EuroVelo routes crossing France, the choice is all yours!
France Vélo Tourisme platform offers many major cycling routes and destinations in France, including mountain bike routes, practical advices for traveling by bike, a route calculator with a map, as well as contact details for Accueil Vélo service providers throughout the country.
La Vélomaritime crossing legendary sites such as the Pink Granite Coast, the Mont-Saint-Michel as well as its bay, the D-Day landing beaches, the cliffs of Etretat, the Bay of the Somme and the Opal Coast. With a large section of shared roads, it is the ideal route for riders looking to get away from it all, ready for a challenge, or in search of a cultural experience with delicious food to boot.
"Accueil Velo" is a national accreditation scheme guaranteeing a high quality of services for cyclists using French cycle routes. You will find accommodations, bike rental and repair companies, restaurants, tourist offices and places to visit.
The Scandibérique crosses France diagonally to offer you its most iconic landmarks: its terroirs and capital city. In France, the Scandibérique therefore invites you to discover its showcase and back kitchen. It is a trip through the heart of France, offering a discovery of the peacefulness of its valleys and glowing cities, tasting its best wines and succumb to the most beautiful jewels of its cultural and historical heritage.
From Nevers to Saint-Louis, the EuroVelo 6 follows the wildest part of the Loire valley, which has been listed as a World Heritage site by UNESCO, the canals of Burgundy, the Saône Valley, and the Canal from the Rhine to the Rhône. As the route follows the course of rivers, it is generally quite flat making it ideal cycling territory for those with children.
The Loire by Bike, from Saint-Brevin-les-Pins to Nevers, along the Loire valley, is the most famous and prestigious cycle route in France with 280 km listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Designed as an easy, family-friendly ride, the cycle route takes you through the Loire landscapes, passing through the river’s natural banks, vineyards, Loire castles, troglodyte sites, via the Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Nature Park.
This website provides all the informations you need to cycle around La Méditerranée à vélo, the French part of EuroVelo 8 - Mediterranean Cycle Route. You will find an interactive map, a route calculator, the route presented in 15 stages with description and you can also download GPX files and PDF maps. Practical advices, proposals for cycling trips and links to Accueil Vélo service providers are also available.
EuroVelo 17 goes from the border with Switzerland to the coast and beaches of the Mediterranean in the south of France, after 1,050 km of cycle paths. From Alpine panoramas to Camargue beaches across emblematic landscapes of the Cotes du Rhône vineyards and those of the southern Provence: hilltop villages, lavender or olive tree fields, gastronomic discoveries.
International route of more than 1000 km, the Meuse by bike, EuroVelo 19, follows the river from its source near Langres to its mouth in the Netherlands where it joins the Rhine delta. Over its 36 stages, the Meuse reveals itself in all its facets, it extends over a landscape that changes and accompanies it. Discovering the oldest river in Europe by bike, that's what awaits you!
La Vélodyssée is the name of the French part of EuroVelo 1. It is a 1,300 km cycle route that is entirely marked in both directions and 80% car-free. Ideal for discovering the French coastline in complete serenity, you will cycle to the rhythm of preserved heritage and exceptional landscapes.
From Andalusia to Cyprus: 7,450 kilometres of cycling through world-famous destinations, wild nature and hidden beaches
600 km from the Rhine to the Loire, through Haute-Alsace, Franche-Comté, Burgundy... The guide : - Pages with spiral binding, easy to handle on a bicycle - Format 11.5 x 21 cm, suitable for a handlebar map holder - Clear and precise maps - Descriptions of the routes covered by the guidebook, entirely undertaken by bicycle - Maps of the main towns crossed - Good addresses for accommodation, rental companies and services - Train + bike information 2019 Edition (in French)
The Loire Valley has inspired writers with its natural beauty, and has attracted sovereigns who have endowed it with a remarkable architectural heritage. Its mild climate and soil have produced the famous Loire wines. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 840 km of easy cycling from Nevers to Saint-Brévin-les-Pins (on the Atlantic coast). 39 fully signposted cycling stages. Good addresses, accommodation, services, "train + bike" information. (in French)
Nearly 450 km of cycle routes (greenways and cycle paths) to discover the best of Alsace by bike: canals and vineyards, charming villages, towns with character. The guide presents a complete tour in 19 stages and 3 variants between Haut-Rhin and Bas-Rhin. The most beautiful tourist sites are visited. The guide contains all the practical information you need to prepare and carry out your trip. Language: French
Starting from the source (Mont Gerbier des Joncs) to the Atlantic Ocean (Saint-Brevin-les-Pins) 654 mile, discover this guidebook along the longest river in France. 26 stages to discover, the book includes detailed route descriptions, informative mapping, details of facilities and also a French glossary.
EuroVelo 3 Aachen-Paris ADFC Cycling Guide.
German-language cycling guide. Boundless cycling experience between the Palatinate Forest and the Jura, the Rhine and Lorraine. Maps on a scale of 1:75,000, altitude profiles, local maps, GPS tracks, weatherproof & tearproof, spiral binding. Language: German
German-language travel guide with spiral binding, which presents the Rhine Cycle Route from Basel to Mainz. Divided into 10 daily stages, cyclists will find maps of the route, information on the course of the route, as well as many tips on where to stop for refreshments and culture. Numerous town and city maps facilitate orientation. Language: German
English-language travel guide with stage-by-stage descriptions of the Rhine Cycle Route from its source in the Swiss Alps to its mouth in the Netherlands. The descriptions are supplemented with maps and practical information, e.g. on accommodation, cycle shops and sights along the route.
Official flyer of the EuroVelo15 Rhine Cycle Route: overview map with route of the entire Rhine Cycle Route from the source to the mouth. The flyer is available in four languages (English, French, German, Dutch) and can either be downloaded or ordered free of charge by sending an e-mail to [email protected].
From the source to the mouth: 1233 kilometres of cycling fun! You are looking for cyclist-friendly accommodation close to Andermatt? You are interested in seeing Düsseldorf’s sights? You fancy trying Alsatian “Flammkuchen” in Strasbourg or wine in Rhineland Palatinate or perhaps you would like to rent a bike on the Dutch coast? Step by step, or better put stage by stage, you will find all the transnational information as well as helpful tour tips and tricks. You can download the handbook here.
This german-language cycling guide describes EuroVelo 15 in Germany and France between Basel and Mainz (415 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.
This cycling guide describes EuroVelo 17 in Switzerland around Lake Geneva (192 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:50,000 scale, elevation & distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.
This cycling guide describes the section of EuroVelo 17 in Switzerland from Geneva and in France (772 km). It's the perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. It can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the guide user manual available at esterbauer.com/international. Also available in French since November 2022.
This cycling guide describes the entire EuroVelo 19 (1,070 km). It's the perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service index. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international. Available at local- and online book stores.
Official EuroVelo flyer with route description and map in multiple languages (English, French, Dutch and German)
A travel book describing the EuroVelo 1 in its entirety, very useful for preparing your trip with maps at a scale of 1:500,000, general information on the quality of the cycle route (facilities, relief, traffic) and on the regions crossed (climate, tourist attractions, customs, towns and villages of interest). The guide is available in English and German.
This cycling guide describes the section of the EuroVelo cycle route in France between Roscoff and Hendaye (1,287 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.
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.
This cycling guide describes the section of the EuroVelo cycle route in Belgium and in France up to Paris (556 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translations of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.
Press kit of La Scandibérique, produced in June 2018. The document contains a detailed description of the route, the addresses of regional websites, a description of the signposting and services adapted to bicycles, and an explanation of the project.
One of the most beautiful cycling routes to Santiago de Compostela. Discover the banks of the Sambre, the Oise, the Loing, Senlis, Paris, Blois, the castles of the Loire... This cycling guide allows you to follow the route from Belgium to the Loire: - 800 km of easy route accessible to all - 39 stages - official route (or variants) entirely marked by bike - good addresses, accommodation, services, train+bike information - everything you need to know to discover and visit
This cycle map describes the French section of EuroVelo 5 between Strasbourg and Molsheim (30 km). Scale of 1:75,000, laminated and tearproof. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map available at esterbauer.com/international.
This cycle map describes the French section of EuroVelo 5 between Sélestat and Basel (CH) (115 km). Scale of 1:75,000, laminated and tearproof. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map available at esterbauer.com/international.
This roadbook, 46 pages, offers 245 km of cycle fun between nature and thriving metropolises Lille and Brussels, between France and Belgium, alongside channels and rivers. This adventure is accessible to all kinds of cyclists. The route is divided in 5 medium-length stages (from 37 to 71 km), so you also have time to explore the region. So hop on your bike and venture into this border-crossing adventure!
This cycling guide describes the sections of EuroVelo 5 in Germany between Merzig and Saarbrücken and then in France up to Strasbourg (233 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:50,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.
This cycling guide describes the sections of EuroVelo 5 in Luxembourg from Luxembourg city, through Germany and in France up to the lake Étang du Stock (230 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/internation…
This cycling guide describes the sections of EuroVelo 6 in France and Switzerland from Orléans to Basel (796 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.
This cycling guide describes the French section of EuroVelo 6 from the Atlantic to Nevers (645 km). The perfect tool before and during your journey: precise and informative maps, 1:75,000 scale, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory. Can be used even without any knowledge of German. English translation of the map legend and the user manual of the guide available at esterbauer.com/international.
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.
The guide presents the Loire by Bike, from Cuffy to the Atlantic, in 8 main sections and 47 stages, each illustrated by a 1:100,000 map specially adapted for cyclists. 190 pages to make sure you don't miss anything: itinerary, good addresses...
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!
Guide for EuroVelo 19 - Meuse Cycle Route in France, with a description of the route, attractions along the way, bicycle-friendly accommodation and division of the route in daily stages.
This guide of the International Meuse Cycle Route was published in 2021 and provides information on the route from Maastricht to Langres via Saone and Moselle, and further down to Nancy/Metz.
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.
The Valley of the Kings by the queen of cycle routes in 18 stages! All the maps, all the addresses! - More than 600 km of secure itinerary through the Centre and Pays de la Loire regions, 45 detailed itinerary maps, 18 stages, effortlessly and for all ages.
3 guides to discover on the French section of EuroVelo 17: ViaRhôna du lac Léman à La Méditerranée - Editions Le Routard; Du lac Léman à la Méditerranée - Editions Ouest France (new edition scheduled for May 2022) and La ViaRhôna - Du Léman à la Méditerranée - Editions Chamina.
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.
Map of all cycle routes in Alsace, downloadable in electronic form. It includes EuroVelo 5, 6 and 15 as well as other thematic cycle routes and regional and local loops awaiting to be discovered by bike.
In addition to the interactive map you can download the general map of the Mediterranean cycle route and the 9 stage maps at 1:60,000 scale. You can also find them in the tourist offices along the cycle route.
This press kit provides information on all daily sections of the route and is available in English, French and Dutch.
Travel guide book to the Rhine Cycle Route from Karlsruhe to the Dutch North Sea coast. The reader can expect 20 stages with detailed maps at a scale of 1:50,000, information on the cultural and historical sights as well as much more information for planning the trip. Language: French
With the finest vintages of the “Côtes du Rhône”, ( among which, Côtes Rôties, Saint Joseph, Châteauneuf du Pape…) and the delicacies of Provence (nougats, candied fruits, chocolate truffles), gastronomy is omnipresent. The route starts south of Lyon in Condrieu and goes up towards the Roman city of Vienne. Then, it runs down along the river Rhône to Avignon and possibly to the Mediterranean Sea.
Bicycle tour in Alsace from Strasbourg to Colmar – Alsace shows its best side. Of your bicycle the sight is impregnable: villages, castles, vine… With 15km/h, nothing escapes to you. The odors, the lights, the meetings in the course of road, will make your way an unforgettable stay.
We have designed you a circuit almost entirely on tracks and lanes, one Tour of Alsace which will make you discover the magnificent road wines and where you can ride in peace and security with your friends and family. Alsace has the widest bike lanes of France, we have a course where you can also discover much of the rich tourist and cultural heritage of the region such Eguisheim preferred village of France or even two pearls of the vineyards Kaysersberg and Obernai.
Want to escape ? Free yourself in this stay, which allows you to discover Alsatian specialties which are reputed throughout Alsace
The Alsace wine route and the green landscapes of the vineyards are rich in cultural heritage that is just waiting to be discovered - a true journey through Alsace's finest locations!
The International Meuse Route is a bicycle route along the meandering River Meuse (or Maas as it is known in Dutch) between Maastricht in the Netherlands and the French town of Sedan which boasts Europe’s largest castle. The route is over 280 km long and incorporates the RAVeL in Belgium and the in France. It is a promise of four days of highly enjoyable cycling through the valley of the River Meuse, past castles, forts and pretty villages, surrounded by breath-taking natural beauty.
The region Franche-Comté in the eastern part of France is rich of cultural and natural heritage. Besançon with its famous bastille, is even on the World Heritage Site of UNESCO. Many small towns in the Comté region have a very rich heritage of historic treasures. But the actual reason to go on this trip is definitely the beautiful nature and the marvellous river landscapes. The peaceful cycle path EuroVelo 6 is part of this cycling trip. This holiday is also a highlight for every foodie.
Enjoy the unique 8-day bike tour from the Panoramahotel Kapuzinergarten in Breisach. The starting point is Breisach and from there you can explore the waterways of the Sonnenkönig, Colmar, Freiburg and the Kaiserstuhl. We are offering you 7 nights with half board including a rental bike, parking and a guest card for the Breisach area. Arrival is possible daily from 10 April to 20 October 2020.
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
From Strasbourg to Colmar, enjoy the stunning views of Alsace from your bicycle ! Not only will you be delighted by Alsace’s gastronomy and wine, but thanks to its amazing cycle path network you will also discover our nature and traditions. Cycle through vineyards, cute villages and savor the cultural wealth of Alsace !
Three countries, three cultures and a wonderful Mediterranean climate await you in the Rhine valley between the Alps, the Black Forest and the Vosges Mountains. Comfortable routes take you to wonderful destinations, which alone make the trip worthwhile.
An easy route to appreciate all the charms of Alsace. Discover the traditional and picturesque Alsace, the one from the postcards but also the unusual and little-known one. You will cycle through cities of art and history as well as villages snuggled up in the vineyards. Have a taste of their wood framing and half-timbered architecture throughout stages full of charm. Have rest in lovely hotels and sit down at prestigious tables to savor regional food.
An easy route to appreciate all the charms of Alsace. Discover the traditional and picturesque Alsace, the one from the postcards but also the unusual and little-known one. You will cycle through cities of art and history as well as villages snuggled up in the vineyards. Have a taste of their wood framing and half-timbered architecture throughout stages full of charm.
An easy route to appreciate all the charms of Alsace. Discover the traditional and picturesque Alsace, the one from the postcards but also the unusual and little-known one. This tour will take you to the meeting point of Roman, Gothic and Baroque architecture. Enjoy the museums and their treasures, the Vosges forests, the peat bogs of the Ried and the beautiful vineyards glistening under the sun
La Vélodyssée is one of the most famous cycling routes in France and runs along the Atlantic coast on the EuroVelo 1. In one week, you will discover one of its most beautiful parts from La Rochelle to the charming port city to Royan, which marks the beginning of the Gironde estuary. We add a few variants to discover 3 superb unmissable islands: Île de Ré, Île d'Oléron and Île Madame. Nature, swimming, history and oyster farming will be on your program!
The castles of the Loire valley like Blois, Chambord, Amboise, Chenonceau, are the monuments that will define your way by the Loire, majestic and filled with history. Accessible in 2h from Paris, visit the heart of the Val de Loire, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The banks of the Loire and Cher will reveal along the way unsuspected and beautiful landscapes.
Discover Brittany's Coast, in north of France through iodinated places and cross the iconic Mont-Saint-Michel and the mythical town of Saint-Malo. A dream bicycle tour that follows a part of Eurovelo 4 - Central Europe Route, with varied maritime and country landscapes. From the Mont-Saint-Michel Bay, you will visit the astonishing sites of Brittany by bike : the Pink Granite Coast, Cap Fréhel, and many more wonders along the Channel coastline. Grand Angle
A cycle journey from Marseille to Barcelona that explores the wild beauty of the Camargue, medieval villages, the Canal du Midi, vineyards, Greek and Roman remains and the inviting beaches of Catalonia. We also travel by train and bus as we cycle the most interesting sections between the historic port cities.
Embark on an unforgettable cycling adventure in the heart of the most majestic castles of the Loire, nicknamed the last wild river in Europe. This unique experience will introduce you to the region that, during the Renaissance, was adopted by the greatest monarchs of the kingdom. You wander through a delightfully rural landscape, adorned with some vineyards, mostly on greenways or small country roads.