Cycling tours in France : discover Burgundy during a bike holiday

by French Bike Tours
Region
Rhone-Alpes
Duration
4 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy
D-Score™
N/A - Unknown

Overview

Burgundy contains a myriad of biking possibilities along its almost 1000 km of well-marked cycle trails. Choose your trip and cycle with us through wine villages and vineyards, in the hilly forests of the Morvan, to historic Dijon, Beaune, Autun, Vezelay and Tournus, and along the 'relaxed' Burgundy Canal. The cycling route is laid out on rehabilitated former railway lines, allowing you to discover Burgundy's heritage. We offer several types of trips along the "Bourgogne a velo", covering either all or part of this major French cycling route. You can choose a stage or a combination of these routes, as well as the duration (long weekend, week or more), to discover all or part of these itineraries, specially designed for cyclotourist! Cycle through breath-taking Burgundy with its medieval villages, Discover historic castles, quiet cloisters and the city of Beaune, Delight in culinary specialties made from local products, and Sample world-famous red and white wines Leisurely cycling on cycle paths and quiet roads, World famous vineyards- Cote de Nuits, Cote de Beaune, Cote de Chalonnais and Maconnais, Cultural cities such as Beaune, Cluny, Tournus, Great restaurants and bistros for food lovers, Undulating vineyards, idyllic riverbanks and beautiful deciduous forests A peaceful itinerary along the "Burgundy Wine Route", Explore the fortified city of Beaune, Visit the mustard capital of France: Dijon, Discover some of the world-famous vineyards, and Savor Burgundy's culinary specialties In the heart of Burgundy, a cycling journey begins in Beaune, the capital of Burgundy wines. From Chalon-sur-Saone, down to Tournus, famous for its Romanesque abbey. The rolling hills of the Cluny countryside, with a stop in Cluny, a spiritual and medieval landmark. Passing through Saint-Boil and Chassey-le-Camp, the itinerary immerses you in Burgundy's countryside. The loop closes back in Beaune, after a journey rich in cultural treasures, culinary delights, and natural beauty--each pedal stroke revealing a new facet of this unique region.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Burgundy - Highlights around Beaune

Burgundy - Highlights around Beaune

Day 1: Cycling Burgundy and its prestigious vineyards

Cycling Burgundy and its prestigious vineyards

Day 1: Cycling Burgundy - From Dijon’s flavors to Tournus’ wines

Cycling Burgundy - From Dijon’s flavors to Tournus’ wines

Day 1: Cycling Burgundy from Beaune to Beaune

Cycling Burgundy from Beaune to Beaune

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About the French Alps

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