France Bike Tours
Booking one of these amazing France Bike Tours will open up an entirely new world full of adventure for you.
Displaying 36 of 36 tours
Displaying 36 of 36 tours
Le Puy Camino
Cycle the Full Le Puy Camino
The Cycle the Full Le Puy Camino self-guided tour invites you to complete the entire Le Puy Camino, also known as the Via Podiensis, over 16 mesmerizing days on two wheels.
French Pyrenees
Southwest France & Pyrenees Road Bike Tour
Embark on a week of road cycling across Pyrénées Atlantiques, Hautes-Pyrénées, Gers, and Landes, delving into the heart of French countryside and culture. Each day presents an opportunity to pedal through historic mountain passes like Tourmalet and Aubisque, reminiscent of the feats of Tour de France legends. Alongside these iconic routes, immerse yourself in the region’s rich oenology and gastronomy, with stops in the renowned vineyards of Jurançon and Madiran, offering a tantalizing blend of local flavors and breathtaking landscapes.
Northern and Central France
Seine River Guided Bike and River Cruise
Get ready to follow the Impressionists’ footsteps from Paris to Normandy on this unforgettable guided e-bike and boat tour in France!
French Pyrenees
BĂ©arn and French Basque Country E-bike Tour
Embark on an exhilarating 8-day self-guided journey delving deep into the heart of South-West France, where you’ll uncover the rich cultures of Béarn and the Basque Country. Navigate the stunning landscapes and charming villages on an electric bike, immersing yourself in the region’s vibrant culture, picturesque scenery, and authentic terroir.
Northern and Central France
Rhone River Guided Bike and River Cruise
During the Rhone River Guided Bike and River Cruise in France, you will start and finish in Lyon, where an old town brimming with World Cultural Heritage awaits. But that’s not all! You will pass through rugged, white limestone gorges and Burgundy, lined with vineyards and gold-colored villages. Another highlight is Ardèche! Admire its aromatic lavender and gorse scents and cycle on peaceful paths through Provence along olive groves to ornate Romanesque churches.
French Alps
Guided Grand Alps E-Bike Tour
You don’t need to be a mountaineer to get to know the highest peaks in the Alps. On this trip, you’ll get close to the mountain giants with e-bikes, cable cars, and the famous Swiss Glacier Express. Start in the Savoy Alps with a panoramic bike route and views of Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc. And cable cars will take you over towers of ice and crevasses to the romantic Italian Aosta Valley. Here, you can bike in breathtaking mountain scenery to the next highlight: With a cable car, you will pass the legendary Matterhorn and float into Switzerland to Zermatt. There you will explore the wild sources of the river Rhine by bike and Glacier Express. The destination of the journey is the Rhaetian capital Chur in Switzerland.
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There are plenty of options to go cycling in France, from the banks of the Rhône River on a bike tour in the French Alps, to exploring Provence on a cycling tour in Southern France, or a pilgrimage on a Le Puy Camino bike tour. Cycling tours in France are accessible for a variety of travellers.
Cycling in France is a special experience due to the marriage between culture, nature, and adventure that the country offers. Cycling tours in France allow travellers to explore diverse landscapes, as well as iconic regions like the Loire Valley, Burgundy, and Provence.
When to go cycling in France depends upon the weather and your tolerance for other tourists. For optimal conditions, consider late spring (May-June) and early fall (Sept-Oct). Summer is suitable for many regions, but expect higher temperatures. Winter cycling is possible in areas with mild weather.
When cycling in France, pack essentials like comfortable cycling clothes, including shorts, jerseys/moisture-wicking shirts, and weather-appropriate layers. If you are bringing your own bike, make sure it is in proper working condition and capable of handling the terrain. Navigation tools like maps or a GPS will be provided, but make sure to bring a charged mobile phone. If you choose to opt out of a luggage transfer service, be sure to utilize lightweight luggage solutions like panniers or saddlebags. Include off-bike attire, toiletries, and identification. Be mindful of the weather and adjust your packing list accordingly for a comfortable and enjoyable cycling experience.
Luggage transfers are available on most cycling tours in France, allowing for a stress-free way to experience the country by bike. In some regions or stages of a tour, luggage transfers may not be possible due to logistical difficulties.
The length of time needed for a cycling tour in France will depend entirely upon the route that you want to explore. Generally speaking, 10Adventures cycling tours include a night before the tour and a night after, allowing some extra time to rest. You can always add rest days throughout as well, so if you plan on spending 7 days cycling in France, consider a 10 day total trip length.
Some longer cycling routes or those that pass through rugged terrain might not be suitable for children, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t possible to enjoy a family-friendly cycling holiday in France. There are family-friendly cycling tours to explore, particularly bike tours in Northern and Central France where the terrain is more relaxed.
The types of accommodations when cycling in France can generally be broken down into two categories: hotels and guesthouses. Due to the fact that most cycle routes require more infrastructure than trekking routes, there is a better chance of hotels being the standard on bike tours in France. With that being said, more remote areas may have guest houses as the only form of accommodation.
For many travellers, self-guided bike tours in France are the ideal way to experience the countryside, as they allow you to move at your own pace as you cycle between point A and point B. This level of freedom allows you to fully immerse yourself in the local culture, making for a more authentic travel experience when cycling in France.
While self-guided tours are more popular, it is also possible to arrange a guided bike tour in France for certain routes. Doing so will allow travellers to explore unfamiliar/difficult to navigate areas, or will simply provide an extra degree of structure to the trip. Whether you choose to join a scheduled departure or organize a private guided tour for just your party, a guided bike tour in France is a great way to explore.
It is possible to rent an e-bike for many cycling tours in France, provided that the infrastructure exists along the route to enable charging and storage. Terrain can also play a factor, as rugged landscapes might not be ideal for a more cumbersome e-bike. Ask a 10Adventures travel specialist if it is possible to rent an e-bike for your desired cycling tour in France.