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Rhône River by Bike: Seyssel to Lyon

Cycle a section of the legendary Via Rhôna on this 6-day self-guided tour

4.6 (45 ratings)

France, Europe

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About this tour:

6 days

Apr-Oct

Standard Biking

Self-guided, Private

Hotels, B&Bs

Moderate (3/5)

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Meals

Don't worry about meals. 5 breakfasts and 1 dinner are included.

Transfers

Check out the 'What's Included' tab for more info on personal transfers during your tour.

Local Support

Travel stress-free knowing in-country local support is available by regular phone or WhatsApp to support you during your tour.

Payments Made Easy

Enjoy the flexibility and ease of staggered payments in your own currency using your choice of credit card.

Route Resources

Route notes, maps, and/or a trail app make navigation on this tour a breeze.

Park Entrance Fees

Included where possible! Check the 'What's Included' tab for more info on park entrance fees during your tour.

Luggage transfers

Take a load off, with optional or included luggage transfers. Check inclusions for further details.

Accommodation for Rhône River by Bike: Seyssel to Lyon

This tour is available with either standard or deluxe accommodations. Hotels and B&Bs on the standard tour are 2-star and 3-star and offer basic conveniences. Hotels and B&Bs on the deluxe tour are 3-star and 4-star and offer modern conveniences.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
If you are a solo traveller or you prefer a single room, the required supplements are included in the listed prices.

Standard Accommodation

Night 1

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Hôtel Au Fil de l’Eau (Seyssel)

Hôtel Au Fil de l’Eau in Seyssel is a charming riverside accommodation offering a tranquil stay, providing guests with serene views and a peaceful atmosphere along the water’s edge.

Night 2

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B&B Les Vieilles Portesc in Champagneux

This is a cozy B&B that offers guests a “home away from home” feel, well-located in Champagneux.

Night 3

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Cdh A deux pas du Rhéby (Villebois)

Cdh A deux pas du Rhéby in Villebois is a cozy retreat situated near the Rhéby, offering a tranquil setting amidst nature.

Night 4

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Hotel la Bérangère in Perouges

A small family-friendly hotel that welcomes guests with open arms and has an outdoor pool and excellent restaurant.

Night 5

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Hôtel Le Simplon (Lyon)

Hôtel Le Simplon in Lyon is a comfortable and conveniently located accommodation, offering guests a pleasant stay while exploring the city’s attractions and enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Lyon.

Deluxe Accommodations

Night 1

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L’Hôtel du Rhône in Seyssel

Guests will enjoy their stay at this stylish hotel with plenty to keep them entertained, from a billiards room to karaoke.

Night 2

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Hôtel les Bergeronnettes in Champagneux

Find the perfect mix of value, comfort, and convenience at this lovely hotel that boasts a pool and lounge.

Night 3

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Cdh A deux pas du Rhéby (Villebois)

Cdh A deux pas du Rhéby in Villebois is a cozy retreat situated near the Rhéby, offering a tranquil setting amidst nature.

Night 4

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Hôtel Host du Vieux Pérouges (Pérouges)

Hôtel Host du Vieux Pérouges in Pérouges is a charming accommodation, situated within the historic medieval village, offering guests a unique and cozy stay surrounded by the town’s picturesque ambiance.

Night 5

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Hôtel le Roosevelt (Lyon)

Hôtel Le Roosevelt in Lyon is a stylish and comfortable accommodation, offering guests a pleasant stay with modern amenities in the vibrant city of Lyon, providing convenience for exploring its attractions and culinary scene.

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Rhône River by Bike: Seyssel to Lyon Tour Details

Overview

Itinerary

Rhône River by Bike: Seyssel to Lyon Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1: Arrival

Overnight Location - Hotel in Seyssel | Distance - None | Meals - None

Check into your hotel in Seyssel where your cycling adventure on the Via Rhôna will begin. Discover this charming village spliced by the famous Rhône, where all things seem to come in twos! Two city centers (connected by a bridge), two post offices, two churches, two cemeteries…the list goes on! Enjoy this fanciful town in Switzerland, as tomorrow you’re bound for France!

Day 2

Day 2: Chanaz, Culoz, and Belley to Champagneux

Overnight Location - Hotel in Champagneux | Distance - 60km | Meals - Breakfast

This morning following breakfast you’ll set out on a beautiful ride, tracing both banks of the Rhône, your route flanked by ridges and a plateau. You’ll soon arrive in Chanaz, also known as La Petite Venise Savoyarde, where you’ll hop off your bike for a mouthwatering lunch at one of the lovely restaurants on the Savières Canal.

Back on bike, you’ll ride towards the quaint towns of Culoz and Belley, both brimming with charm and heritage. A final ride will then have you cruising into Champagneux, where you’ll enjoy dinner and an evening at your leisure.

Day 3

Day 3: Saint-Genix-sur-Guiers, Glandieu, and Morestel to Villebois

Overnight Location - Hotel in Villebois | Distance - 45km | Meals - Breakfast, Dinner

With your sights set on lovely Villebois, you'll ride through several gorgeous villages along the way. First up is Saint-Genix-Sur-Guiers, where it's obligatory to devour one of their famous brioche pralines! Following your sugar fix, you'll continue your ride to Glandieu, where you'll take in a majestic waterfall and find yourself enveloped in a green oasis.

Cross Morestel, pedalling its lovely narrow streets, and then hop on a greenway that links La Vallée Bleue to your home for this evening, charming Villebois.

Day 4

Day 4: Saint-Sorlin-en-Bugey, Sault-Brénaz, and La Balme-les-Grottes to Pérouges

Overnight Location - Hotel in Pérouges | Distance - 60km | Meals - Breakfast

Today’s ride on the Via Rhôna has you pedalling the pristine countryside of Bugey, situated just above the Rhône. An outstanding lineup of idyllic villages are yours to discover today as you ride through Saint-Sorlin-en-Bugey, Sault-Brénaz, and La Balme-les-Grottes, known for its cryptic caves and vibrant town center.

Soon on the horizon, you’ll spot the hilltop village of Pérouges. Ride towards the beautiful medieval village, known as one of the most beautiful villages in all of France.

Day 5

Day 5: Parks and Lakes of Greater Lyon

Overnight Location - Hotel in Lyon | Distance - 50km | Meals - Breakfast

Your final day on the bike has plenty in store! Set out for the parks and lakes of Greater Lyon, enjoying a mesmerizing ride characterized by sprawling green trees and sparkling waters. Then, bound for central Lyon, you’ll ride along the banks of the Rhône, soon reaching the river’s confluence with the Saône.

Lyon is your oyster today, and you’ll begin your exploration of this magnetic city in the brand-new quarter that boasts striking contemporary architecture and his home to the famous Musée des Confluences.

Reward yourself following several days on bike with a delicious farewell dinner in Lyon this evening. Scope out an officially certified Bouchon (there are 20 in Lyon!) where you’ll find mouthwatering traditional Lyonnaise cuisine. Buen Appetit!

Day 6

Day 6: Departure

Overnight Location - None | Distance - None | Meals - Breakfast

Your cycling tour ends this morning following breakfast. Check out and head to the airport to depart.

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Dates & Prices

Accommodation

Accommodation for Rhône River by Bike: Seyssel to Lyon

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
If you are a solo traveller or you prefer a single room, the required supplements are included in the listed prices.

Standard Accommodation

Night 1

See Tripadvisor Reviews

Hôtel Au Fil de l’Eau (Seyssel)

Hôtel Au Fil de l’Eau in Seyssel is a charming riverside accommodation offering a tranquil stay, providing guests with serene views and a peaceful atmosphere along the water’s edge.

Night 2

See Tripadvisor Reviews

B&B Les Vieilles Portesc in Champagneux

This is a cozy B&B that offers guests a “home away from home” feel, well-located in Champagneux.

Night 3

See Tripadvisor Reviews

Cdh A deux pas du Rhéby (Villebois)

Cdh A deux pas du Rhéby in Villebois is a cozy retreat situated near the Rhéby, offering a tranquil setting amidst nature.

Night 4

See Tripadvisor Reviews

Hotel la Bérangère in Perouges

A small family-friendly hotel that welcomes guests with open arms and has an outdoor pool and excellent restaurant.

Night 5

See Tripadvisor Reviews

Hôtel Le Simplon (Lyon)

Deluxe Accommodations

Night 1

See Tripadvisor Reviews

L’Hôtel du Rhône in Seyssel

Guests will enjoy their stay at this stylish hotel with plenty to keep them entertained, from a billiards room to karaoke.

Night 2

See Tripadvisor Reviews

Hôtel les Bergeronnettes in Champagneux

Find the perfect mix of value, comfort, and convenience at this lovely hotel that boasts a pool and lounge.

Night 3

See Tripadvisor Reviews

Cdh A deux pas du Rhéby (Villebois)

Cdh A deux pas du Rhéby in Villebois is a cozy retreat situated near the Rhéby, offering a tranquil setting amidst nature.

Night 4

See Tripadvisor Reviews

Hôtel Host du Vieux Pérouges (Pérouges)

Night 5

See Tripadvisor Reviews

Hôtel le Roosevelt (Lyon)

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FAQ

FAQ for Rhône River by Bike: Seyssel to Lyon

How hard is the Rhône River by Bike: Seyssel to Lyon tour?

We rate this tour a 3/5. You should be comfortable riding up to 60km in a day over terrain that is mostly flat and sometimes gently undulating.

Do I need a visa to travel to France?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Is this a guided tour?

No. you will be provided with all necessary informaton to complete your self-guided tour.

I’ve never been on a self-guided trip! How does it work?

Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel, since you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided with all the information you’ll need to follow the route each day and often have access to phone support or other kinds of assistance. However, self-guided travelling requires good navigation skills and those who don’t feel confident in unknown places should consider booking guided tours.

Are meals included on the Rhône River by Bike: Seyssel to Lyon tour?

5 breakfasts and one dinner are included.

Can I stay longer in some of the locations?

Yes, you can book additional nights in some or all of the overnight locations mentioned in the tour, however, booking an extra day mid-trip might cause the bike rental price to increase. Please contact us and we will be happy to modify your booking.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover cycling. Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Seyssel to start this tour?

Fly into Geneva Airport (GVA) or Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS). Seyssel is reachable by train from both airports. Alternatively, you can book a private transfer to Seyssel as a supplement in advance or arrange your own private transfer.

Where does the Rhône River by Bike: Seyssel to Lyon tour end?

The tour ends in Lyon. You can reach your departure airport by train. Alternatively, you can book a private transfer to the airport as a supplement in advance or arrange your own private transfer.

Can I rent a bike?

Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. Rental bikes are SCOTT Sub Cross Men/Lady Alloy Frame 24-speed hybrid bikes or SCOTT E-Sub e-bikes.

What equipment is included in the bike rental?

The bikes come with a pannier, handlebar bag, spare tube, tools, pump, helmet and lock.

Can I bring my own bike?

Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a bike suitable for the demands of the tour.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to France?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for France?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

When is the best time to travel to France for this tour?

The best time to travel to the Upper Rhône Valley for this cycling tour is during the shoulder seasons of April-May and September when there are lighter crowds and temperatures are mild.

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Rhône River by Bike: Seyssel to Lyon

What travellers are saying about 10Adventures

Why travellers choose this tour

We're Canadian

Meals

Transfers

Local Support

Payments Made Easy

Route Resources

Park Entrance Fees

Luggage transfers

Accommodation for Rhône River by Bike: Seyssel to Lyon

Standard Accommodation

Night 1

Hôtel Au Fil de l’Eau (Seyssel)

Night 2

B&B Les Vieilles Portesc in Champagneux

Night 3

Cdh A deux pas du Rhéby (Villebois)

Night 4

Hotel la Bérangère in Perouges

Night 5

Hôtel Le Simplon (Lyon)

Deluxe Accommodations

Night 1

L’Hôtel du Rhône in Seyssel

Night 2

Hôtel les Bergeronnettes in Champagneux

Night 3

Cdh A deux pas du Rhéby (Villebois)

Night 4

Hôtel Host du Vieux Pérouges (Pérouges)

Night 5

Hôtel le Roosevelt (Lyon)

Rhône River by Bike: Seyssel to Lyon Tour Details

Rhône River by Bike: Seyssel to Lyon Overview

Rhône River by Bike: Seyssel to Lyon Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival

Day 2: Chanaz, Culoz, and Belley to Champagneux

Day 3: Saint-Genix-sur-Guiers, Glandieu, and Morestel to Villebois

Day 4: Saint-Sorlin-en-Bugey, Sault-Brénaz, and La Balme-les-Grottes to Pérouges

Day 5: Parks and Lakes of Greater Lyon

Day 6: Departure

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What’s Included in the Rhône River by Bike: Seyssel to Lyon Tour?

Meals

Accommodations

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Accommodation for Rhône River by Bike: Seyssel to Lyon

Standard Accommodation

Night 1

Hôtel Au Fil de l’Eau (Seyssel)

Night 2

B&B Les Vieilles Portesc in Champagneux

Night 3

Cdh A deux pas du Rhéby (Villebois)

Night 4

Hotel la Bérangère in Perouges

Night 5

Hôtel Le Simplon (Lyon)

Deluxe Accommodations

Night 1

L’Hôtel du Rhône in Seyssel

Night 2

Hôtel les Bergeronnettes in Champagneux

Night 3

Cdh A deux pas du Rhéby (Villebois)

Night 4

Hôtel Host du Vieux Pérouges (Pérouges)

Night 5

Hôtel le Roosevelt (Lyon)

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