Atlantic Coast, from La Rochelle to Bordeaux

by Discover France
Region
Pyrenees
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy
D-Score™
D1 - Beginner Friendly

Overview

Discover the Atlantic Coast from La Rochelle to Bordeaux. Start in La Rochelle, the famous fortified port and continue on to Bordeaux, the capital of Aquitaine classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will be taking part of the Velodyssée , passing through marshes, the Ile d'Oléron, the Gironde Estuary by boat and finishing in the vineyards of Grands Crus like Margaux. During the harvest season, cellar visits and wine tasting are subject to availability and security conditions.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival in La Rochelle

Arrival in La Rochelle

Day 2: From La Rochelle to Rochefort

40 km 120 m

D1

From La Rochelle to Rochefort

Day 3: From Rochefort à St Trojan les Bains

58 km 150 m

D1

From Rochefort à St Trojan les Bains

Day 4: From St Trojan les Bains to Royan

64 km 180 m

D1

From St Trojan les Bains to Royan

Day 5: From Royan to Mortagne sur Gironde

40 km 377 m

D1

From Royan to Mortagne sur Gironde

Day 6: From Mortagne sur Gironde to Blaye

65 km 200 m

D1

From Mortagne sur Gironde to Blaye

Day 7: From Blaye to Bordeaux

53 km 180 m

D1

From Blaye to Bordeaux

Day 8: Departure from Bordeaux

Departure from Bordeaux

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides

About the Pyrenees

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