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"My friends and I visited the Loire Valley in June 2015 and wanted to rent quality road bikes for our stay. Most of the options we found by searching online only rented cruising bikes (velos tout chemin, or "VTC") or mountain bikes (velos tout terrain, or "VTT"). Luckily, I happened across the web site for Cycles Contreau, based in Tours. I emailed the owner, Patrick Contreau, and he offered to rent us quality road bikes (Trek and Orbea) with solid components (Shimano 105) for 65E each per week. Patrick was tremendously helpful, knowledgeable about the region, and accommodating of our pick-up and delivery needs. If you are a cyclist and want to rent a good road bike for your (amazing!) rides in the Loire Valley, look no further than Cycles Contreau. It's a top notch bike shop."

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Scott Addict RC15 - Disc Ultregra Di2 (Swiss)

Our current fleet of road and e-bikes are made up of premium European brands.

Our hire bikes are lightweight carbon fibre and come equipped with disc brakes. Our Standard bikes come with Shimano 105, our Premium with Shimano Di2 and Ultra Premium have either Sram Etape or Shimano Ultegra Di2.

Reserve your hire bike today by placing a $250AUD deposit and filling out the reservation form below. Please supply us with your size, height in cm’s and bike hire preference, and we’ll get back to you with availability. Hire is on a first come first serve basis, it’s best to reserve your bike when you book your place on a tour. Once we have confirmed the availability of your hire bike, we will send out an invoice minus the $250 deposit. Once your invoice is confirmed paid in full, your bike hire is confirmed.

We are meticulous with our bikes and take great care in building, tuning and maintaining them so you’ll have a superb bike. We oversee the quality of our bikes is to the highest standard in the industry. We accompany you on our tours so you can hire with confidence knowing the bike will be as good as your bike at home (or maybe even better ;-)). We are passionate, experienced bike riders at heart and understand the importance of the experience and the value of a very nice bike on your cycling holiday, we are sure you’ll be very pleased you chose to hire a bike.

All our bikes come with road bike-specific disc brakes to get you safely and comfortably down even the longest descents.

Note: Hire bike availability fills up fast, please ensure you contact us promptly to reserve/confirm bike availability for your chosen tour. Bikes are subject to change. If your preferred option is unavailable, we will supply you with a hire bike that is of a similar standard.  

Rental Pricing: From AUD$95/day

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From $95 per day

Scott Addict 20 – Disc S105 (Swiss)

The all NEW SCOTT Addict 20 Disc was redesigned from the ground up with those longer days in mind. With new geometry that is focused on enduring, the Addict 20 Disc will be your go to bike when you’re looking to put the miles in.

  • FRAME Addict Disc HMF Carbon technology Endurance geometry / Replaceable Dropout
  • FORK Addict Disc HMF 1 1/8″-1 1/4″ Carbon steerer Alloy Dropout
  • HEADSET Syncros Integrated
  • REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano 105 Black RD-R7000-GS 22 Speed
  • FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano 105 FD-R7000 Black
  • SHIFTERS Shimano 105 ST-R7020 Disc Dual control 22 Speed
  • BRAKES Shimano BR-R7070 Hyd Disc 160/F and 160/Rmm SM-RT70 CL Rotor
  • CRANKSET Shimano FC-R7000 Compact Hyperdrive 50×34 T Black
  • BB-SET Shimano BB-RS500-PB
  • HANDLEBAR Syncros Creston 2.0 Compact Alloy 31.8mm
  • H’STEM Syncros RR2.0 1 1/8″ / four Bolt 31.8mm
  • SEATPOST Syncros Carbon RR1.2 27.2/350mm
  • SEAT Syncros Tofino T-Channel 2.0
  • WHEELSET Syncros RP2.0 Disc 28 Front / 28 Rear Syncros RWS
  • CHAIN Shimano CN-HG601-11
  • CASSETTE Shimano CS-R7000 11-32
  • TIRES Schwalbe Durano Fold 700x32C

Wilier GTR Team - Disc S105 (Italian)

Standard Bike Hire – Wilier

From $65 per day

Wilier GTR Team – Disc S105 (Italian)

E91551 SHIMANO 105 R7020 2.0 DISC SHIMANO RS170

  • FRAME Carbon Monocoque 46TON
  • FORK Carbon Monocoque 46TON
  • HEADSET FSA NO.44E tapered
  • REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano 105, 11SN R7000
  • FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano 105, 11S R7000
  • SHIFTERS Shimano 105 STRS505
  • BRAKES BRRS505
  • CRANKSET Shimano FC-RS510, 50/34T
  • HANDLEBAR FSA Omega
  • STEM FSA OS-168
  • SEATMAST FSA SP-SL-282 custom wilier
  • SADDLE Selle Italia X1
  • WHEELSET Shimano RS170
  • CHAIN Shimano 105, 11S
  • CASSETTE Shimano 105, 11S, R7000, 11/30T
  • TIRES Vittoria Zaffiro Pro

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Premium Bike Hire

From $100 per day

SCOTT ADDICT – Di2 20 (Swiss)

Electronic shifting.

The all NEW SCOTT Addict Di2 20 Disc was redesigned from the ground up with those longer days in mind. With new geometry that is focused on enduring, the Addict Di2 20 Disc will be your go to bike when you’re looking to put the miles in.

Equiped With The New Shimano Electronic Di2 ST-R7170 12 Speed Shift System

  • FORK Addict Disc HMF 1 1/8″-1 1/4″ Carbon steerer Alloy Dropout
  • REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano 105 Di2 RD-R7150 24 Speed ​​Electronic Shift System
  • FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano 105 Di2 FD-R7150 Electronic Shift System
  • SHIFTERS Shimano 105 Di2 ST-R7170 24 Speed ​​Electronic Shift System
  • BRAKES Shimano BR-R7170 Hyd.Disc Shimano SM-RT70 CL rotor 160/F and 160/R
  • CRANKSET Shimano 105 FC-R7100 Hollowtech II 50×34 T
  • STEM Syncros RR2.0 1 1/4″ / four Bolt 31.8mm
  • SEATMAST Syncros Duncan 1.0 27.2/350mm
  • SADDLE Syncros Tofino Regular 2.0 Channel
  • WHEELSET Syncros RP2.0 Disc 28 Front / 28 Rear Syncros Axle / Removable Lever with Tool
  • CHAIN Shimano CN-M6100-12
  • CASSETTE Shimano CS-R7100 11-34t
  • TIRES Schwalbe ONE Fold 700x32C

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Ultra Premium Bike Hire – Wilier

From $110 per day

Ultra Premium Wilier Cento 10 – (Italian)

Sram 24 Speed Electronic Shift System

  • FRAME CENTO10 – CARBON MONOCOQUE NH-MOD
  • FORK CENTO10 – CARBON MONOCOQUE NH-MOD
  • HEADSET WILIER CUSTOM BEARINGS SUPERSLIM
  • REAR DERAILLEUR SRAM Force ETAP AXS
  • FRONT DERAILLEUR SRAM Force ETAP AXS
  • SHIFTERS SRAM FORCE ETAP AXS HRD-SHIFT BRAKE
  • BRAKES SRAM FORCE ETAP AXS HRD-SHIFT BRAKE
  • CRANKSET SRAM FORCE AXS
  • HANDLEBAR BARRA S
  • STEM STEMMA S
  • WHEELSET MICHE 40mm
  • CHAIN SRAM FORCE FLATTOP
  • CASSETTE Shimano Ultegra R8000 11/30T

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Canyon endurance cf sl 8 di2.

The Canyon Endurance CF SL 8 Di2 is a high-performance disc brake bike designed for long-distance riding. Performance geometry with comfort and stability, a light carbon frame for speed and agility, and the latest Shimano Ultegra Di2 electronic shifting system for precision.

This bike is one of our top choices for riders who want to ride fast, and its combination of features puts it in a class of its own.

  • Endurance road bike with aero-optimised tube shapes, and proven comfortable-yet-agile Sport Geometry for long-distance riding.
  • Material: Carbon
  • Axle Dimension: 12 x 142 mm
  • Brake mount: flat mount
  • Canyon FK0098 CF Disc
  • Steerer: 1 1/4″
  • Axle dimensions: 12 x 100 mm
  • Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150, 12-speed
  • Electronic 12-speed rear derailleur. 58% faster shifting.
  • Maximum cassette size: 34T
  • Electronic front derailleur for 2×12 shifting setups.
  • Maximum chainring size: 50-52T
  • Mounting interface: braze-on
  • SHIFTERS Shimano Ultegra ST-R8070 22 Speed Electronic Shift
  • Shimano Flat Mount Adapter +20mm
  • Adapter that makes it possible to mount 160 mm brake rotors.
  • Shimano Ultegra R8100 12speed
  • BB-SET Shimano SM-BB71-41B
  • H’STEM Syncros RR2.0 1 1/8″ / four Bolt 31.8mm
  • Canyon S15 VCLS 2.0 CF
  • Setback: 13 mm / 25 mm
  • Technology: VCLS 2.0 | Fliphead
  • Weight: 220 g
  • Fizik Tempo Argo R3
  • DT Swiss Endurance LN / LN SH11
  • 28 Front / 28 Rear
  • Shimano CN-M8100 12s
  • Shimano Ultegra R8100, 12-speed, 11-34T
  • Number of sprockets: 12
  • Continental GP5000s TR, 30mm
  • Width: 30mm

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Scott Addict SE [Swiss]

The SCOTT Addict SE was designed from the ground up with those longer days in mind. Featuring electronic shifting, disc brakes and geometry focused on endurance rides, this bike is yearning to eat up the miles!

Wilier e Road Bike centro1 hybrid

Road e-Bike Hire

From $105 per day

Wilier Triestina Hybrid

Every detail of the Triestina Hybrid has been designed to keep pace with the latest advances in bicycle design.

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  • DRIVETRAIN Shimano 105 R7020
  • WHEELSET Wilier Triestina HY-NDR30AC-EU Alloy
  • DRIVE SYSTEM Mahle eBikeMotion X35
  • FRAME Carbon Monocoque 46Ton
  • FORK Carbon Monocoque 46Ton
  • HANDLEBAR Ritchey Flat Bar Mtn Comp 2X BBBLK
  • HEADSET Ritchey Comp
  • STEM Ritchey Comp
  • SHIFTERS Shimano SL-RS700 FLAT 11S
  • BRAKES Shimano BR-RS600 Disc
  • FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano 105 R7000
  • REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano 105 R7000SS
  • CRANKSET Shimano 105 R7000 50/34
  • BB SHELL Shimano Pressfit
  • CASSETTE Shimano 105 R7000 11/30T
  • CHAIN Shimano HG60
  • TIRES Vittoria Zaffiro Pro 4 700×28 mm
  • SADDLE Selle Italia x1
  • SEATMAST FSA Gossamer SB20
  • WEIGHT 12,2 kg +/-5%

Wilier e Road Bike centro1 hybrid Flat Bar

Flat Bar Hybrid e-Bike Hire

Hybrid – triestina hybrid flat bar.

The Cento Hybrid was designed to re-imagine the traditional limits of usability of a high-level racing bike: a product that combines the special distinctive traits of Wilier Triestina products with the cutting-edge intelligence of the lightest servo-assistance system on the market. The result is a true racing bike with pedal assistance

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Tours, situated in the Indre-et-Loire department of Centre-Val de Loire, is a vibrant city renowned for its historical landmarks, cultural richness, and scenic beauty. Exploring Tours by bike offers a delightful mix of heritage, green spaces, and urban experiences:

Historic Quarter: Tours' historic center features charming streets, medieval buildings, and lively squares. Biking through these quarters allows riders to explore the city's architectural heritage and vibrant atmosphere.

Jardin des Prébendes d'Oé: The Jardin des Prébendes d'Oé offers a serene escape within the city. Cyclists can enjoy leisurely rides through these beautiful gardens, adorned with floral displays and peaceful pathways.

Place Plumereau and Local Cafés: Place Plumereau is a lively square surrounded by restaurants and cafés. Cyclists can stop here, enjoy a break, and experience the bustling ambiance of the city.

Musée des Beaux-Arts and Cultural Venues: Tours boasts cultural venues like the Musée des Beaux-Arts. Cyclists can explore these museums to appreciate the city's art and cultural heritage.

Renting a bike in Tours promises an enriching journey through history, urban landscapes, and cultural diversity. Whether captivated by historic streets, exploring scenic gardens, experiencing local cafés, or visiting cultural venues, cycling in Tours offers a diverse and captivating experience within the vibrant cityscape of Indre-et-Loire.

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Road : 4+ hours of riding. 40-70 mi (60-110 km). Up to 8,000 ft (2,400 m).

Gravel:  4+ hours of riding. 30-50 mi (45-80 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).

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French Bike Tours is proudly part of European Bike Tours , which has  local offices in the countries where we operate ( The Netherlands , Belgium , France, Italy , Spain and the UK ). Our dedicated local experts are specialists in organising self-guided cycling tours. 

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We offer you a multitude of possibilities: discovering Burgundy and its medieval villages; cycling in the Loire Valley with its magnificent castles; exploring Provence and the history of Van Gogh; experiencing the wonderful sea views on Brittany’s famous coast. 

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The Loire Valley is an outstanding cultural landscape of great beauty , containing historic towns and villages. The most well-kown trip is the iconic ‘Loire à Vélo’ which follows Europe's most beautiful river from the inland city of Nevers, through the indescribable 'Pays des Châteaux' , to St. Nazaire at sea.

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The Provence, 'Land of Light' , source of inspiration of Van Gogh and Cézanne . Here you can cycle along quiet backroads through fabulous countryside with lavender fields, vineyards and olive orchards . Here, you can explore the historic towns, the amazing 'perched' hill-top villages and admire the outstanding natural beauty.

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The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region and its exceptional natural heritage are a haven foreveryone who loves protected, unspoilt countryside. The region also boasts a remarkable built heritage . Its castle forts, Romanesque churches and typical villages and towns of great architectural and cultural importance. 

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On the coast or in the countryside, Brittany offers a real taste of freedom! Brittany or Breizh, surrounded by the Channel and the Atlantic Ocean , counts more than 1.700 km of wonderful cycle routes. This enchanted land of the Bretons will make you discover an unspoiled nature, along characteristic towns and villages.

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La France, oohlala! The land of Romanesque churches, Gothic cathedrals, impressive abbeys … and of a thousand cheeses (Camembert, Roquefort …). But this is not all that this wonderful country can offer. Come and see and discover French culture on our bike tours with our rental bikes (21 gears, 7 gears or electric bikes) and our usual high quality accommodation in carefully chosen hotels and outstanding restaurants. You will cycle through beautiful landscapes and on little roads, along rivers or canals, along the beaches of the Mediterranean or the Atlantic coast, on islands or in the mountains, in valleys or canyons, through vineyards or dreamy villages.  Whichever tour you choose, cultural and culinary highlights await you. As a specialist in organizing cycling holidays in France, France-Bike offers you a wide range of bike tours: Canal du Midi , Provence , Camargue , Côte d’Azur , Lubéron , Languedoc , Alsace , Burgundy , Loire valley and its castles, Brittany , Périgord , Aquitania , Bordeaux and Atlantic coast , Vendee , Alps , Pyrenees , Massif Central Canyons , Rhône river from Geneva to Lyon , Paris … Whether you decide on a self-guided individual tour or a guided group tour, or one of our combined Boat & Bike trips, France-Bike will look after everything. We are sure that you will discover the nicest side of France!

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Family Bike Tour in Burgundy

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Brittany - Around the Gulf of Morbihan

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Dordogne and black Périgord

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French Alps - Three Lake Tour

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Paris and Versailles

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Bordeaux - Toulouse

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The Basque country

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"750 Km - what a great experience - on a Relax Rentals bike. Bordeaux to Agde, no trouble with bikes, very reliable - Merci"

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"We would have loved to stay on the bikes for another week or two. We recommend Relax Bike Tours."

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"Our third bike tour in Europe and by far the best equipped, best organized, and friendliest hosts."

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“What a find, great bikes and great staff!”

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“Excellent bikes – Rolls Royce! And brilliant friendly service.”

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Relax Bike Tours - The Canal Du Midi bike tour experts!

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Come cycle the Canal Du Midi with Relax Bike!  Our headquarters are located in Béziers, the birth place of Pierre Paul Riquet who founded the Canal Du Midi.  Cycling along the Canal Du Midi on our highest quality bikes is a pleasure for young and old alike.  We are your Canal Du Midi bike tour experts!

  • All Canal Du Midi bike tours are private tours
  • Customize your Canal Du Midi bike tour
  • Luggage transfered from hotel to hotel daily
  • Downhill and with the wind

Bike along the UNESCO world heritage site - The Canal du Midi!  Complete packages available from 4 to 10 days.  Luggage transfers from hotel to hotel or luggage storage are available as well.  Canal Du Midi bike tours are rated "easy" as they do not involve any climbing, so it can be enjoyed by everyone. We have specified easy to intermediate because the canal towpath is not asphalt.  Our Canal Du Midi bike tours go downhill and with the wind.

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Highest quality products

We only use the highest quality products for our Canal Du Midi bike tours.  All our bikes are made by Giant.  All bikes have the highest quality puncture resistant tires.  Our panniers are waterproof and click on and off the bikes with ease.

Relax Bike Tours: the best choice for your upcoming Canal Du Midi Bike Tour adventure

All we do is Canal Du Midi bike tours, that is our specialty.  We have been doing these Canal Du Midi bike tours since 2012.

1. Our Bikes

We are the only company to own and operate our own dedicated fleet of bicycles.

2. Local Company

Relax Bike Tours is the only bike tour company actually located on the Canal du Midi. Centrally based in Béziers, a city on the Canal Du Midi.  We personally move your luggage from hotel to hotel each day. We are always nearby in you need us.

3. Private Bike Tours Only - With personal service

Each bike tour can be customized to your specific needs and requirements.  You will be cycling only with the people in your group. We personally meet you at the start and end of each bike tour.

4. Official Tour Operator

We are an official tour operator registered with ATOUT France, meeting the requirements to offer you bike tours legally.  For your peace of mind, our ATOUT France number is always listed on the website and any documents we provide (as required by law).

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Cycling Tourism

Balade à vélo la Vélodyssée, près de Saint-Jean-de-Monts, sur la côte Atlantique.

Reading time: 0 min Published on 25 October 2023, updated on 17 April 2024

With 26,115 kilometres of cycle routes and greenways, France is the world's second most popular destination for cycle tourism. And the champion when it comes to inventing great escapes to discover nature, heritage and local delicacies. Climb the mountains of the Alps or the Pyrenees in the wake of the Tour de France, stroll along the banks of the Loire between châteaux and vineyards, pedal along the coast or explore towns and cities by bike... We explain how to organise your touring trip, cycle in town, and book suitable accommodation and services. Saddle up!

1. plan your cycling itinerary

Unless you want to pedal with your nose to the wind as and when you feel like it, it's best to organise your cycling trip in advance so that you can make the most of it. Whether it's a weekend, a day trip, a mountain bike tour, a route specially adapted for families or a long-distance tour, the France Vélo Tourisme website lists the various cycle routes available in France: Eurovélo routes, national cycle routes, greenways, cycle paths, etc. An interactive map and search engine enable you to find the route you're looking for. An interactive map and search engine allow you to choose your route (a loop or a one-way trip), depending on your technical level (beginner, family or experienced cyclist), duration or theme (châteaux and monuments, in the heart of vineyards, in the mountains or by the sea). The websites of the regional and departmental tourist boards are also full of information to help you plan your cycling trip!

Jessica Pommier / Mes Ptits Bouts du Monde

Take your own bike or hire one locally?

Each solution has its advantages. Cycling with your own bike is reassuring for experienced cyclists, but it has to be transported. Hiring a bike is more suitable if you don't want to worry about transport or if this is your first experience of travelling by bike.

Travelling with a bike

By train The train is the most practical mode of transport for cycle tourists. Some TGV lines have spaces reserved for bicycles that have not been dismantled, as do "Ouigo classic trains" (€10 supplement) and Intercités trains (€5 to €10) and Intercités night trains (€10). Booking is compulsory on these lines. Reservations are not compulsory on most TER lines (with some exceptions). It is also possible to travel with a folded or dismantled bicycle on the TGV Inoui and Intercités lines (at no extra charge) and on the Ouigo Grande vitesse and Ouigo train classique lines (booking required, with an extra charge of €5). The bicycle must be placed in a cover measuring no more than 90 x 130 cm. Recumbents, tricycles, tandems and trailers are not permitted. During the summer (from June to September or in July/August), special services are available on trains to increase capacity for transporting bicycles. Travelling by train with a bicycle

By bus Some bus companies accept bicycles, such as Flixbus, on condition that they are packed or placed in covers (extra charge of 9 euros), or BlaBlaCar Bus (in a cover, with a maximum weight of 23 kg). It is generally possible to transport bicycles by air, although each airline has its own rules (weight, size, pricing, etc.). Travelling by Flixbus coach with your bike Travelling by BlaBlaCar bus with your bike

By boat You can also travel by boat, usually on ferries, but also in summer on boats or ferries between the mainland and the islands (check with the shipping companies beforehand). For a nice roaming tour, you can also opt to hire a barge, especially with your family. It's an ideal way of combining a soft mobility trip with cycling!

Hire a bike

You can book a "one way" hire (you hire the bike in one place and return it in another) from a number of hire companies, particularly on certain cycle routes.

  • Good to know : whether you choose to travel with your own bike or hire one, you can use luggage transport services (Bicybags, La Malle Postale, BagaFrance, Loire Vélo Nature, Bag Transfert, DeliverBag, etc.).

if the sunny days are making your legs tingle, saddle up! In the land of the Tour de France, there is no shortage of beautiful escapes. With 22,800 km of cycle routes and greenways, 5,500km of regional tourist routes, 3,000 road and mountain bike circuits inviting you to enjoy gentle pedalling as a couple, with your family or with friends. In the countryside, along a canal, by the sea, in the vineyards or in the mountains, from Northern France to the Côte d'Azur and from Brittany to Alsace... here's a small selection of the most beautiful tours and detours and discover France by bike.

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Book accommodation, restaurants and other dedicated services

To travel by bike in optimum conditions, cycle tourists can use service providers with the "Accueil Vélo" label, all of which are listed on the France Vélo Tourisme website . More than 7,000 are listed: accommodation, restaurants, cycle hire and repair services, tourist offices and tourist sites. These businesses make a number of commitments: they must be located less than 5 kilometres from a cycle route, have facilities for cyclists (secure bike shelter, repair kit, plug for recharging, etc.), provide dedicated services (luggage transfer, washing and drying of clothes, bike washing, etc.) and offer a personalised welcome to cyclists (advice, weather, itineraries, etc.). The accommodation listed includes campsites, guest houses, hotels, unusual accommodation, self-catering cottages, etc. A community platform offers (with a subscription fee for the first year) home-stay accommodation for cyclists, and the Fédération Française de Cyclotourisme also lists the best places to stay. Find a restaurant close to cycle routes Search for "cycle-friendly" accommodation near cycle routes

2. Cycle routes in France

Balade à vélo le long du littoral de Bretagne.

In France, each region offers an infinite number of routes to explore by bike, mountain bike or electric bike, as well as long-distance routes combining véloroutes and "voies vertes" (greenways) to discover the natural riches and heritage of the region: The Loire à vélo, along the king of rivers and his châteaux, the ViaRhôna, from Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean, the Vélodyssée, from the Basque country to Brittany or the Vélomaritime from Hauts-de-France to Finistère... Depending on your state of fitness and your desires, you can cycle part or all of them, unless you want to emulate the Tour de France riders and embark on a grand loop! Gourmets can also take advantage of the cycling and cheese routes : over 8,000 kilometres of routes and 1,500 cheese-making sites to cycle and enjoy!

Some not-to-be-missed cycle routes : La Loire à Vélo en Val de Loire the ViaRhôna from the Alps to Provence the Vélodyssée from Brittany to the Basque Country the Vélomaritime from Hauts-de-France to Brittany via Normandy

In towns and cities, cycling is a great way to get from one tourist site to another and around the surrounding area. Numerous improvements have been made in recent years to make French towns and cities even more accessible to cycle tourists, and the network of dedicated lanes is constantly expanding. All the major cities and many medium-sized towns have public bicycles available for hire (including long-term hire) at stations, based on the Vélib' model installed in the Paris region (1,443 stations in Paris and the surrounding area) and in 61 communes, with a fleet of almost 20,000 bicycles, 40% of which are electric (€1 for the first 30 minutes, €2 for each additional 30 minutes). Apps such as Weelo or Lime can also be used to hire electrically-assisted bicycles based on location. As well as the themed cycle tours and other bike treasure hunts on offer in Paris and many other major French cities, there are also long-distance routes such as the véloroutes that criss-cross the cities: in Paris, for example, you can cycle the Scandibérique route linking Belgium to Spain!

  • Self-service bike hire schemes in France's major cities: Vélib' in Paris Levélo in Marseille Vélo'V in Lyon VélôToulouse Vélobleu in Nice Bicloo in Nantes Vélhop in Strasbourg V3 in Bordeaux V'Lille Star - le vélo à Rennes

4. Learning the rules of road safety

Before taking your first turn on the pedal, it's vital to know the rules of road safety, especially in town where cyclists share space with pedestrians, motorised two-wheelers and cars. On the French road safety website , visitors can consult a few tips for good cycling behaviour and download a full information leaflet.

  • Good to know : helmets must be worn by children under the age of 12, whether drivers or passengers, and the use of devices likely to emit sound (earphones, earpieces, headphones) is prohibited on pain of a fine of €135. It is advisable to wear light colours, a hazard marker to prevent motorists from approaching, rear-view mirrors and trouser clips. Outside built-up areas, cyclists and their passengers must wear a certified retro-reflective jacket at night and in poor visibility.

For further information, please contact

France Vélo Tourisme Vélo en France (Fédération française de cyclotourisme) Vélo et Territoires

Also worth reading:

  • Getting around France by soft mobility
  • Getting around by car: where to recharge your electric vehicle in France
  • Our favourite routes for cycling around France
  • Cycling and cheese: 7 gourmet cycling itineraries
  • Gentle cycling, everything you need to know to make the most of it

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Why travel with us

We are a small, personal, family-run company. We focus on quality tours, whatever your budget, and we are honest and up-front with our pricing, without any hidden supplements. We know that each traveler is unique and has different needs and interests for their holidays, and we work REALLY hard to make sure your hopes and expectations are surpassed!

We create all our tours ourselves – you aren’t paying us to pay someone else. So no matter which tour you choose, you will receive the same high-quality itineraries, detailed, regularly updated route notes, maps, and trip packages, with great regional information and personalized advice. It’s that simple.

The meals we include are superb (you’re never locked into a set menu), the bikes are high quality and lightweight, our hotels are chosen with care. And our Customer Service, we proudly hear over and over, is quite simply unbeatable. And, to keep you feeling comfortable, know that we are a fully licenced French company (and have been from the very beginning).

We let you choose the importance of your accommodations, and what budget you wish to put towards that piece of your holiday. Choose from three levels of hotel category, or if you prefer, a mix – as always, tell us what you want; we’re listening.

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Each one of us has been working in this business for over 25 years, and we really know what we are doing.

We’ll take you off the beaten path into secret corners, at the same time as letting you explore all the “must-see” sites. You’ll love the care we have taken to keep you on quiet roads, so you can pay attention to beautiful scenery, instead of traffic. You’ll receive a warm welcome at the end of your day, because we’ve known your hosts – and they us – for years. And you’ll love that our years of experience allow us to put together itineraries that really work: seamlessly. And along the way – pre- and post-trip, we provide great advice on organizing your overall holiday.

We are champions at flexibility. We know not everyone “fits the package” and we know our trips really really well. So let’s talk : we will work on your customized trip, give expert advice and make it perfect for you .

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Nice 'n Easy Loire Valley Walking Tour

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Bordeaux & the Dordogne River Bike

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Best Of Provence Walk

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Aquitaine Bike

Aquitaine Bike – Cycling tours and bike rental in the Dordogne, South West France.

The   aquitaine bike ®   team are ready to welcome you to the dordogne in 2024, keep the wheels turning .

We are based in the village of Coux et Bigaroque-Mouzens, in the Perigord Noir region of the Dordogne.

The area is defined by 2 rivers and their valleys :

  • La Vézère   – the prehistoric sites and decorated caves of the Vézère valley are a Unesco World Heritage site. The valley contains 147 prehistoric sites and 25 decorated caves.
  • La Dordogne   – one of the cleanest rivers in Europe, the valley abounds with medieval and renaissance castles, bastides and honey coloured stone villages.

The best cycling conditions are to be found in the Dordogne, quiet country roads to suit all levels of riding, beautiful scenery and good weather. This region is a treasure of natural beauty and is exceptionally rich in prehistoric sites and historical points of interest.

Weather conditions here are fine for cycling from March to November.

Rental Bikes

  • 21 & 24 speed Trek sport/touring bikes
  • 22 & 30 speed Lapierre carbon/alloy road bikes
  • 6 & 18 speed Lapierre/Orbea kids bikes

These lightweight, high performance bikes are ideal for the country roads in the Perigord. Check out our  Bike Rental  page for details.

Alongside our bike hire services, we specialise in self-guided cycling tours in the Dordogne. Our system and organisation of these cycling tours keep costs to a minimum. We custom design routes, offer recommendations, suggestions, and information relevant to your interests. This is included in the bike rental fee.

If you are staying in one location as a base for daily loop rides, we will custom design routes to suit you.

Please visit the Cycling Tours   page for details of how our tours are organised, and a step-by-step guide to setting up your cycling tour in the Dordogne.

Accommodation suggestions can be found on the Where to Stay page.

Terrain: this region is hilly, but not at all extreme, the maximum elevation difference between valley floor and hilltop on our routes is 200 metres. 

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Aquitaine Bike offer the following cycling tours in the Dordogne, South West France.

Cycling through the forests, fields, and honey coloured stone villages of the Perigord is a journey back in time. Vineyards, market towns, renaissance and medieval castles, 13th century bastides, 12th century churches, troglodytic sites and prehistoric cave art…World class rides and spectacular scenery are assured

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6 days or 7 days (daily distances 40 – 50 km)

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The Wild Boar Tour

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6 days  (daily distances 30-35 km)

About Aquitaine Bike : Amy & Robert Owensmith

We have 35 years of personal cycling experience in the region and 24 years of client feedback to draw from. Since 2000, we have organised and led cycling tours throughout France and Spain, and worked as consultants to several international bicycle touring companies. Our focus is now on the Dordogne, our knowledge of this region is extensive, not only in regards to the best cycling routes (which we update regularly), but also prehistory, history, wine, gourmet cuisine, local traditions, etc. We are happy to share this knowledge with you. We value our clients and strive to offer a level of quality equipment and personalised service which is unmatched in the region.

We are insured and listed with the Ministry of  Youth and Sports, reference number 02407ET0126.

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Nice Bike Rentals

The coast between nice and antibes is an easy ride for every cyclist.  , cote d'azur.

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Cote d’Azur Bike Rentals

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It’s our mission to make your cycling holiday in France an unforgettable cycling travel experience. We love to share our passion for cycling travel together with you!  Let Cycle Classic Tours arrange your bike rental before you start your cycling holiday in the Cote d’Azur!

Nice Bike Rentals on the Cote d’Azur. PLEASE NOTE: Bike rental bookings must be submitted at least 3 days in advance with a minimum of 2 bike rental days. Pick up at the bike shop in Nice, Menton, or Cannes. Delivery cost to Monaco is € 50 The city of Nice has an important network of cycle paths. It’s an anti-stress way of discovering the city of Nice.  Combine the best of the Côte d`Azur with physical activity and the beauties of this very popular region.

The coast between Nice and Antibes is an easy ride for every cyclist. Follow the cycling path that is separate from the road all the way along the Promenade des Anglais, through Cagnes-sur-Mer, Villeneuve-Loubet, and Antibes. It is the flattest route you will find in this area. Cross villages like Villefranche-Sur-Mer and Beaulieu-sur-Mer before reaching the Principality of Monaco.

Relax and watch the enormous yachts in Monaco’s main port before heading to Menton. From this popular village, you take the route up to Lance Armstrong Col de Madone! in the backyards of the Cote d’Azur, you will find more nice climbs and stunning views. The Col d’Èze mountain pass offers an outstanding panorama of the French Riviera or the Col de Vence mountain pass and the incredible Baous mountains.

For cycling, we recommend the mythical Col de Turini, notably used for the Monte Carlo Rally, which you can climb up from different sides, all of which have a distinctly mountainous profile. Another recommendation: The Gorge du Verdon is one of the biggest and most beautiful Gorges in Europe. There is an excellent road circuit with many hairpins and narrow steep mountain roads. The entire circuit loop will be approximately 95 km (59 miles).

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Plan your bike rental in 4 easy steps

1. traveldate, 2. bikes & accesoiries, e-bike velo de ville.

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Available in one size M & L  These high-quality Vélo de Ville (Electric bike) are the best option to discover Nice, Menton, Monaco, and Cannes, and ride along the Côte d’Azur. Size: one-size Battery: Bosch System mix 400 / 500 W Rear derailleur: Shimano Altus 7 speeds or Shimano Acera Wheels: 28″. The autonomy is between 50 to 90 km according to the level of assistance used. Included in your bike rental: helmet, security lock, lights, rack, and panniers.

E BIKE SPORT

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Available in S, M & L When booking a sport e-bike you will get one of the following models: E-BIKE SPORT BMC E Bike Alpen Challenge AMP or STAJVELO Nomade R

This top-class BMC Alpen Challenge bike is perfect for all kinds of rides, in and around the Cote d’Azur.

Frame: Aluminium Sizes: S/M/L Battery: Shimano STEPS BT-E8010 504Wh – 4 modes (Eco/Touring/Sport/Turbo) Engine: Shimano STEPS E-6100 250W, 60Nm output Cassette: Shimano 105 CS-HG70011, 11-34T Rear Derailleur: Shimano XT 11 gears Brakes: Shimano MT400, Shimano SM-RT66 Rotors (180/160) Weight:  18 kg

The bike comes with 2 bottle holders, a helmet, a security lock, and a repair kit (1 tube/tools/pump)

BMC MTB Bike

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Available in all sizes BMC Sportelite Three comes with:

Chainwheel: Shimano FC-T3010, 44-32-22T Cassette: Sunrace 11-34T Gears: 3×9 Front/Rear Derailleur: Shimano Acera Shimano Alivio Brakes: Shimano BR-M396 (160/160mm) Fork: SR Suntour XCM, Preload Adj, Lockout (100mm) Tires: Maxxis Ardent Race 27,5×2,2 Weight: 13,60 kg.

The rental bike comes with a helmet and a bike lock.

Trekking - Touring bike

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Available in all sizes The Touring Bike Atlanta features comfortable geometry intended for everyday use. With a Shimano 21-speed transmission and a custom Racktime carrier that is compatible with Snap-it accessories. That’s why this bike has it all with regards to trekking around.

Frame: Man and woman Gears: Shimano Alivio – 3×7 speeds Brakes: V-brakes Weight: 17,50 kg

Included in your bike rental is a helmet and security lock.

BMC SLR 03 Carbon

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Available in all sizes BMC developed the new Teammachine SLR03 for those inspired by the achievements of the BMC Racing Team. Frame: Teammachine SLR03 Carbon Fork Derailleur: Shimano 105 FD-5800 Cassette: Shimano 105 CS-5800 11-32T Crankset: Shimano FC-RS500 – 50-34.

Carbon Disc 105 BMC - Van Rysel

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Available in sizes: 47 / 51 / 54 / 56 / 58 When booking the Carbon Disc bike you will get one of the following models.

BMC Team Machine SLR SIX and VAN RYSEL EDR CF; This category of carbon models is inspired by the achievements of the BMC and Van Rysel Racing Team. You will enjoy this bike with excellent agility, maximum control, and sure-footed confidence on fast, twisted descent.

Crankset:  Shimano FC-RS500, 50-34T Cassette:  Shimano 105 CS-5800, 11-32T Front/Rear Derailleur:  Shimano 105 FD-5800 Brakes:  Shimano BR-R561 Weight:  8,10 kg

Carbon Premium Di2 Disc - SRAM Force AXS

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The high-end BMC SLR 02 DI2 Disc comes with electronic shifting and a full carbon groupset: Shimano Ultegra DI2 52 x 36 & 11 x 30 Shifters & Brakes Shimano Ultegra Di2, SM-RT800 Rotors (160 /140).

Carbon Ultegra Mechanic DISC BMC-BERTIN

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Flat-Standard Pedals

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I bring own pedals

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Standard Helmet

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3. Pickup / Delivery options

Information, opening hours: .

May – October 30 open every day Nov – March closed on Sunday

You can pick up the bike(s) on Saturday later afternoon when Sunday is closed

  • Menton, Nice, or Cannes
  • Delivery cost to Monaco is € 50

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