Cycle the Western Front

by Tourhub
Region
Hauts-de-France
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Moderate
D-Score™
D2 - Intermediate

Overview

Cycle the Western Front tour. This self-guided cycling adventure takes you through the poignant battlefields and memorials of the Western Front, offering a profound insight into the region's war history. Enjoying the warm hospitality of the locals and savor the hearty regional cuisine. Accommodation is provided in comfortable 2-3 star hotels and B&Bs;, with an option to upgrade. A Specialized Sirrus rental bike, complete with necessary gear, is included. This self-guided cycling holiday offers a unique blend of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrive Amiens

Arrive Amiens

Day 2: Somme River cycle to Villers Bretonneaux, cross the Hamel battlefield to Albert

51 km 0 m

D1

Somme River cycle to Villers Bretonneaux, cross the Hamel battlefield to Albert

Day 3: Cycle via Pozieres to Arras

45 km 0 m

D1

Cycle via Pozieres to Arras

Day 4: Along the River Scarpe to Vimy then Bethune or Gosnay

49 km 0 m

D1

Along the River Scarpe to Vimy then Bethune or Gosnay

Day 5: Cycle via Fromelles (longer route) and Bailleul to Ypres in Belgium

60 km 0 m

D1

Cycle via Fromelles (longer route) and Bailleul to Ypres in Belgium

Day 6: Loop cycle retracing historic First World War battles

49 km 0 m

D1

Loop cycle retracing historic First World War battles

Day 7: Cycle through flat farmland to Bruges

61 km 0 m

D1

Cycle through flat farmland to Bruges

Day 8: Trip concludes

Trip concludes

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Hauts-de-France

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