Leisure Cycling Holidays in France
Few would argue that France is the ‘spiritual home of cycling’, which is why we’re pleased to offer the option of self-guided leisure cycling holidays here.
Our cycling holidays in France allow you to discover the countries stunning countryside and coastline as well as enjoying some of its most beautifully unspoilt regions. There is nothing more rewarding than finishing a beautiful day on the bike in the French countryside with a locally produced fine wine or two!
Popular French cycling trips include the Loire, Provence and Brittany and on many tours we also offer a Superior Accommodation option, for those looking to really splash out.
Discover our full range of self-guided cycle tours in France which includes holiday options in Burgundy, Corsica, Dordogne and Loire.
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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...
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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Explore one of the most diverse places in Europe. Cycling at your chosen pace and routes allows you to really experience what this destination truly has to offer.
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...
A wonderful bike and boat holiday through the wild Camargue. Starting in historical Avignon, we'll make our way through typical Provencal landscapes, through the charming city of Arles towards our final destination, Aigues-Mortes, with its medieval fortress. Features to be explored include the hill-top village of Les-Baux-de-Provence and the well preserved Roman aqueduct, the Pont du Gard. All the while we'll be cycling amongst a landscape of limestone cliffs and olive trees. Your accommodation for the week is on a ...
A wonderful bike and boat holiday through the wild Camargue, from the medieval fortress of Aigues-Mortes, past the historical city of Arles, all the way to Avignon and its famous Pont du Gard. The route will take us through typical Provencal landscapes, including rides through the Rhone Valley, Van Gogh's Provence and we'll finish with a toast to celebrate our week out on our bikes with a glass of the local Chateauneuf du Pape. Your accommodation for the week is on a specially-designed barge. During the day, a local lead...
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...
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'...
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...
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...
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...
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