Leisure Cycling Holidays in France

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This classic cycling journey will take you along the Veloscenic Route, from one world-famous monument to the next, as you leave the prestigious Palace of Versailles and pedal west to the awe-inspiring Mont Saint Michel. Carefully crafted to blend glorious countryside and rustic French villages with must-see sights, this biking extravaganza has something to suit everyone. Your trip begins in the regal city of Versailles, where you can take the opportunity to explore the Palace and stroll along the city's tree-lined boulev...

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This self-guided cycling holiday in France visits one of the country's most beautiful areas - Burgundy. France is a country that is synonymous with idyllic cycling holidays and where quiet country lanes and backroads lead you through unspoilt countryside where cyclists are welcomed, and the pleasures of the palate are daily rewarded. This part of France is famous for its warm hospitality and inimitable knack for enjoying life. Burgundy is rich in tradition, gastronomy, history and excellent wines. For centuries people have b...

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A beautiful, self-guided cycling holiday in France - a country that is synonymous with idyllic cycling along quiet country lanes and backroads. You'll be riding through unspoilt, spacious countryside where cyclists are welcome and where the pleasures of the palate are rewarded daily. Brittany is famous for its rich cultural heritage and architecture. Castles, feudal fortresses and abbeys are all waiting to be visited, and the area is rich in flora and fauna. Starting and finishing in the medieval town of St. Malo, your j...

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A superb self-guided cycling holiday on the beautiful island of Corsica; known to the ancient Greeks as "kalliste", the most beautiful, and referred to as "The Beautiful Isle" by generations of travellers ever since, Corsica is one of the most diverse places in Europe. Our self-guided leisure cycling tour here allows you to explore the most stunning parts of the Cap Corse, the island's sparsely populated northern peninsular. Your week begins in Bastia, a bustling historic city situated on the eastern coast of the island...

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This wonderful relaxed, self-guided cycling holiday, takes you through three lovely European regions, Alsace, Baden, and the Palatinate, taking you all the way from Strasbourg to Mainz. The route is jam packed with history and charm. As well as discovering historical delights in Strasbourg, Worms and Speyer, you'll also be able to indulge in the local wines and cuisine the region is famed for. The mild climate makes it the perfect location for vineyards to thrive and there will be plenty of time to try some delici...

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Our lovely Gentle Loire cycling holiday in France is designed for those looking for an easy going route with beautiful scenery. You'll be riding on quiet back roads, seldom-used country trails and side roads on largely flat terrain. You have the whole day to take it slow and really take in this beautiful region. This circular cycling holiday in France starts and finishes in Tours and meanders through the Cher, Indre and Loire valleys taking in an array of the many castles, manor houses and dreamy residences including Aza...

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The Dordogne justifiably carries a reputation as one of Europe's most beautiful valleys. It's also one of the most spectacular and fascinating parts of France with many of the best examples of cave art and early settlement. On this Dordogne cycling tour you can also discover great castles, fortified towns and lovely villages. Your circular cycling holiday starts and finishes in the beautiful medieval town of Souillac, with its stunning 12th century Benedictine monastery. Amongst the highlights are the castles of la Treyn...

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This self-guided, circular Loire Valley cycling holiday in France starts and finishes in Tours and meanders through the Cher, Indre and Loire valleys taking in an array of the many castles, manor houses and dreamy residences including Azay-le-Rideau, Chenonceaux, Blois and Chambord. The Loire Valley is quintessential romantic France. The castles on the river and the beautiful countryside are the reason why this region is so famous. Kings, Lords and Ladies of the court were seduced by the beautiful natural setting and it'...

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This gentle, self-guided cycling holiday in France allows you to experience the delights of "Old France". During this leisurely cycling tour through Burgundy you will bike through two of the region's most picturesque and romantic waterways. The first part of your journey takes you through classic French rolling landscapes, sleepy villages and medieval half-timbered homes as you follow the Canal de Bourgogne between Montbard and Joigny. Beyond here you'll pick up the route of Canal du Nivernais and visit Auxerre before cy...

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A beautiful, self-guided cycling holiday in one of the most spectacular and fascinating parts of France, the Dordogne. Capital of prehistory with many of the best examples of cave art and early settlements. Along the way you will discover great castles, fortified towns, and lovely villages. Your circular cycling holiday starts and finishes in the beautiful medieval town of Souillac, heading through Salignac you'll make your way to Les Eyzies de Tayac. Famous for its grottos you can make time to visit these as well as the...

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This lovely self-guided cycling holiday in France combines beautiful Provence landscapes with historical towns and cities and has a distinctly Roman feel to it. Your cycling takes you from the town of Orange through St Laurent, past the famous aqueduct, Pont de Gard to Avignon. Plenty of time to savour wines from the famous vineyards you'll be cycling past, including Côte du Rhône and Les Baux. You'll visit the romantic town of St Rémy, famous for its aromas of wild herbs. Van Gogh lived in St Ré...