Cycle the Loire Valley to the Atlantic Coast Tour

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Region
Loire Valley
Duration
15 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy
D-Score™
D2 - Intermediate

Overview

Cycle the complete Loire a Vélo (Loire Valley Cycling Route) as you ride over 600km of scenic trails through the Loire Valley on this self-guided cycling tour. The Cycle the Loire Valley to the Atlantic Coast Tour: Nevers to the Atlantic Coast takes you from the beginning of the Loire a Vélo in Cuffy to the route's completion, St-Brevin-les-Pins on the coast. Explore enchanted castles, fortified villages, and ancient abbeys. Pedal the oldest bridge of the Loire, a 16th-century masterpiece suspended above the river in Charité-Sur-Loire, as you embark on an exploration of the impressive Romanesque church of Notre Dame. Lose yourself in the fairytale land known as the Pays des Châteaux (Land of Castles), where you'll visit the 15th-century Château d'Amboise, once occupied by King Charles VIII. Unwind after an exhilarating day on the bike as you peruse the Sancerre wine region, choosing from several top-class restaurants where you'll enjoy mouth-watering French cuisine paired with superb local wines. Skip the hassle of planning a 2-week cycling trip and let the experts take care of the details, ensuring you don't miss a thing. Book the epic Cycle the Loire Valley to the Atlantic Coast Tour: Nevers to the Atlantic Coast today! Cycle the complete Loire a Vélo (Loire Valley Cycling Route) as you ride over 600km of scenic trails through the Loire Valley on this self-guided cycling tour. The Cycle the Loire Valley to the Atlantic Coast Tour: Nevers to the Atlantic Coast takes you from the beginning of the Loire a Vélo in Cuffy to the route's completion, St-Brevin-les-Pins on the coast. Explore enchanted castles, fortified villages, and ancient abbeys. Pedal the oldest bridge of the Loire, a 16th-century masterpiece suspended above the river in Charité-Sur-Loire, as you embark on an exploration of the impressive Romanesque church of Notre Dame. Lose yourself in the fairytale land known as the Pays des Châteaux (Land of Castles), where you'll visit the 15th-century Château d'Amboise, once occupied by King Charles VIII. Unwind after an exhilarating day on the bike as you peruse the Sancerre wine region, choosing from several top-class restaurants where you'll enjoy mouth-watering French cuisine paired with superb local wines. Skip the hassle of planning a 2-week cycling trip and let the experts take care of the details, ensuring you don't miss a thing. Book the epic Cycle the Loire Valley to the Atlantic Coast Tour: Nevers to the Atlantic Coast today!

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival

Arrival

Day 2: Loire a Vélo

45 km 26 m

D1

Loire a Vélo

Day 3: Pouilly-sur-Loire and Sancerre

27 km 171 m

D1

Pouilly-sur-Loire and Sancerre

Day 4: Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire, Belleville-sur-Loire, and Briare

54 km 56 m

D1

Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire, Belleville-sur-Loire, and Briare

Day 5: Sully-sur-Loire via Saint-Brisson-sur-Loire and Gien

38 km 99 m

D1

Sully-sur-Loire via Saint-Brisson-sur-Loire and Gien

Day 6: Orléans via Saint-Benoit and Chateauneuf-sur-Loire

51 km 99 m

D1

Orléans via Saint-Benoit and Chateauneuf-sur-Loire

Day 7: Meung-sur-Loire, Beaugency, and Blois

64 km 0 m

D1

Meung-sur-Loire, Beaugency, and Blois

Day 8: Cande-sur-Beuvron and Amboise

43 km 0 m

D1

Cande-sur-Beuvron and Amboise

Day 9: Montlouis Wine Region and Villandry

50 km 0 m

D1

Montlouis Wine Region and Villandry

Day 10: Cycle the Bec do Cher and Anjou to Saumur

64 km 0 m

D1

Cycle the Bec do Cher and Anjou to Saumur

Day 11: St-Mathurin-sur-Loire and Sail to Angers

59 km 192 m

D1

St-Mathurin-sur-Loire and Sail to Angers

Day 12: Bouchemaine, Montjean-sur-Loire, and St-Florent-le-Vieil

51 km 79 m

D1

Bouchemaine, Montjean-sur-Loire, and St-Florent-le-Vieil

Day 13: Mont Glonne, Champtoceaux, Mauves-sur-Loire, and Nantes

56 km 40 m

D1

Mont Glonne, Champtoceaux, Mauves-sur-Loire, and Nantes

Day 14: Cycle the Martinière Canal to Paimboeuf and St-Brevin-les-Pins

58 km 0 m

D1

Cycle the Martinière Canal to Paimboeuf and St-Brevin-les-Pins

Day 15: Departure

Departure

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Loire Valley

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