+33(0)2 54 78 62 52Bike stay between Chambord and Cheverny
- 3 days in the heart of Sologne, between forest and chateaux
- Short stages to Chambord and Cheverny
- For the gourmand: The handmade chocolate factory Max Vauché, nearby your hotel
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Reference : M4
Difficulty : Very Easy
Star tour
From March to October
Departure: daily
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Contact us +33(0)2 54 78 62 52 or by email
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Your bike stay in the châteaux country:
Choose a stay in the middle of nature!
Bracieux, a charming village located in the heart of the Sologne area, will be your ideal starting point for your peaceful excursions all along the “Pays des Châteaux” cycling paths. In the heart of Mother Nature, between forests and vineyards, you will discover among other châteaux, Chambord and Cheverny, real treasures of the Loire Valley.
Day 1 : Arrival in Bracieux + Bike excursion to Cheverny | 29 km
Enjoy you hotel and discover the peaceful village of Bracieux which has preserved its magnificent 16th-century covered market.
Your first excursion takes you through fields and vineyards towards the Château de Cheverny, remarkable for its sumptuously furnished and decorated apartments, which inspired Hergé’s vision of Marlinspike in the adventures of Tintin ! And don’t hesitate to stop for a visit to a local wine producer to sample a glass of Cheverny Blanc ! way back via the charming château de Villesavin.
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Free visit of the chateau remarkable for its sumptuously furnished apartments… and where always lives the same heir family since VI centuries!
This chateau inspired Hergé for Captain Haddock’s Marlinspike. Get out the fairy tale, truly to live life size the famous Tintin adventures thanks to interactive exhibition.
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Discover and taste the ‘Cheverny’ appellation wines, in the cellar of a winegrower or at the Cheverny wine house.
Day 2 : Excursion to Chambord | 23 km
Ride through the rich Domaine de Chambord forest, where a stop is essential to visit the most famous and majestic château of the Loire Valley. In its Renaissance splendour, the Château de Chambord boasts no less than 440 rooms.
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Free visit of the chateau, the Renaissance Splendour built for the glory of François Ist. Chambord boasts 440 rooms and 282 chimneys, it’s the most impressive and prestigious from the Loire Valley. And take time to enjoy the new French style gardens.
Day 3 : Excursion through the Sologne area | 28 km
Cross rich and mysterious ‘Sologne’ with magnificent landscapes : beautiful forests sheltering game, ponds at every crossroad and small private châteaux hidden behind their vineyards or groves. Between ponds and heath lands, explore old typical Sologne villages such as Fontaines en Sologne.
Departure at the end of the day.
Possibility to book an extra night in Bracieux.
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Take a guided tour to understand the universe of chocolate, its history and the way it is made. You will discover the passion of Max Vauché and his secrets and you will experience a real visit to the heart of chocolate, with a tasting and other temptations in our boutique.
The little extra with Biking France (optional):
Our « Visit Package », with entrance fees to
. Domaine de Chambord (chateau & gardens)
. château de Cheverny + “The Secrets of Marlinspike Hall” exhibition
. The handmade chocolate factory Max vauché
+ a wine tasting in Cheverny
Select your category
- from March 1st to April 30th
from May 12th to June 30th
from September 1st to October 31st - Departure: daily
120 € / pers.*
220 € / pers.*
- from May 1st to 11th
from July 1st to August 31st - Departure: daily
120 € / pers.*
220 € / pers.*
Category's details
• 2 nights with breakfasts (accommodation in a two-person bedroom)
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Equipped cycle rental for 3 days
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1 travel folder (per room) including colour maps
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A personalized navigation app showing points of interest along the route
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Hotline 7 days a week
• Dinners / Lunches / Drinks
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Tickets to attractions, tours of attractions, tasting
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Optional insurances (Cancellation Insurance OR Tranquility Insurance)
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Single room supplement (2 nights included)
• 2 nights with breakfasts (accommodation in a two-person bedroom)
•
Equipped cycle rental for 3 days
•
1 travel folder (per room) including colour maps
•
A personalized navigation app showing points of interest along the route
•
Hotline 7 days a week
• Dinners / Lunches / Drinks
•
Tickets to attractions, tours of attractions, tasting
•
Optional insurances (Cancellation Insurance OR Tranquility Insurance)
•
Single room supplement (2 nights included)
from 3 to 11 years old : - 30%
from 12 to 15 years old : - 20%
(Only if the triple or quadruple rooms are occupied by 2 adults minimum )
According to the category(price per person)
(including 2 dinners – excluding drinks)
(accommodation in a two-person bedroom)
+ 70 € / pers.
+ 55 € / pers.*
+ 125 € / pers.
+ 100 € / pers.*
from 0 to 2 years old : - 90% / from 3 to 11 years old : - 30% / from 12 to 15 years old : - 20%
(Only if the triple or quadruple rooms are occupied by 2 adults minimum )
Extras
If you bring your own bike.
SCOTT bike – “Sub Sport 20”
. Domaine de Chambord (chateau & gardens)
. château de Cheverny + “The Secrets of Marlinspike Hall” exhibition
. The handmade chocolate factory Max vauché
+ a wine tasting in Cheverny
(for children: a discount will be applied according to ages – after booking)
- Baby seat :
- Trailer :
- 'follow-me' tandem :
+ 15 € / pers.
+ 45 € / pers.
+ 45 € / pers.
Your accommodation
Your cycle hire
(bike included in this tour)
A bike that favors an upright, comfortable position, ideal for leisure riding.
OPEN frame, until 1m83
CLOSED frame, from 1m83
- 1 rear pannier
- 1 front pannier with a map holder
- 1 repair kit
- 1 smartphone holder
- 1 lock
- 1 bottle cage
Helmet not provided.
A “sport” bike that favors a more athletic position and riding style.
OPEN frame, until 1m83
CLOSED frame, from 1m83
- 1 rear pannier
- 1 front pannier with a map holder
- 1 repair kit
- 1 smartphone holder
- 1 lock
- 1 bottle cage
Helmet not provided.
OPEN frame
- 1 rear pannier
- 1 front pannier with a map holder
- 1 repair kit
- 1 smartphone holder
- 1 lock
Helmet not provided.
(These models of e-bikes may be replaced by another one, similar)
We provide bikes and equipment for children such as :
- children’s bike
(from 16 to 24 inches – from 1,05m to 1,45m / from 3’5’’ to 4’9’’)
- “follow-me” tandem
(for children from 5 to 8 years old – about 1,05m / 1,30m – from 3’5’’ to 4’4’’)
The “follow-me” is a clever coupling device that allows you to attach the child’s bike to your bike with ease. It can be removed easily to let the child ride alone.
- trailer
(for baby or 25 kg maximum children)
- baby seat
(for baby or 22 kg maximum children, fixed on the rear rack)
> How to arrive in Bracieux
> Return
Your journey
Tour description
Mix of cycling paths or signposted routes for cyclists (about 90%) and small traffic roads.
Bike stages trip profiles :
(click below to see the trip profile of each stage)
Excursion to Cheverny : 29 km / elevation gain: 156m / elevation loss: 151m
Excursion to Chambord : 23 km / elevation gain: 144m / elevation loss: 145m
Excursion through the Sologne area : 28 km / elevation gain: 170m / elevation loss: 165m
Navigation app
Besides the maps, we also provide a personalised navigation app showing points of interest along the route.
How to arrive in Bracieux
By train
From Paris Austerlitz train station >> Blois train station (about 1h30 by train) >> Bracieux (about 20 minutes by taxi: 45 € / 60 €).
For more information, do not hesitate to visit : www.sncf.com/en
By plane
- From Roissy CDG airport:
– Roissy Charles de Gaulle T.2 train station >> St Pierre des Corps train station (by TGV train) >> Blois train station (by regular train) >> Bracieux (by taxi).
– RER B >> Paris centre – stop ‘Chatelet Les Halles >> Metro line 1 + line 10 >> Paris Austerlitz train station >> Blois train station >> Bracieux (by taxi).
www.parisaeroport.fr/en/passengers/access/paris-charles-de-gaulle/public-transport
www.transilien.com/en
www.ratp.fr/en/plans-lignes
- From Orly airport:
– Taxi transfer to Paris Austerlitz train station >> Blois train station >> Bracieux (by taxi).
– Bus shuttle (Orly Bus) : from Orly Sud > > Paris centre – stop ‘Denfert Rochereau’ >> Metro line 6 + line 5 >> Austerlitz train station >> Blois train station >> Bracieux (by taxi).
http://aeroportorly.paris/orlybus.php
– Orly Val (automatic metro) >> Paris – stop ‘Antony’ >> RER B – stop ‘Denfert Rochereau’ >> Metro line 6 + line 5 >> Austerlitz train station >> Blois train station >> Bracieux (by taxi).
http://aeroportorly.paris/orlyval.php
- From Beauvais airport:
– Taxi transfer to Paris Austerlitz train station >> Blois train station >> Bracieux (by taxi).
– Bus shuttle >> Paris – stop ‘Porte Maillot’ >> >> Metro line 1 + line 10 >> Paris Austerlitz train station >> Blois train station >> Bracieux (by taxi).
www.aeroportparisbeauvais.com/en/acces-et-transports/navettes/
- From Tours airport:
– Taxi transfer or TRAM (tramway – from stop « Terminus Vaucanson ») line A >> Tours train station >> Blois train station >> Bracieux (by taxi).
www.tours.aeroport.fr/gp/Parking-and-Transport/309
- From Nantes airport:
– Taxi transfer or Bus shuttle « TAN » : Nantes train station >> Blois train station >> Bracieux (by taxi).
www.tan.fr/fr/menu/se-deplacer/tan/navette-aeroport/
Return
If you have to return to Paris (city centre) / Paris Airports
- This return can be carry out by RandoVelo/Biking France: please contact us.
- A return transfer by train is possible and organised on your own. Please visit: www.sncf.com/en
Plan to go to the train station with your luggage (and your potential own bike)
(Personal bike return costs are on your responsibility).
– Bracieux >> Blois Station (by taxi) : 45 € / 60 €.
– Blois Station >> Paris Austerlitz Station (by train)
– Blois Station >> Saint Pierre des Corps Station >> Paris Montparnasse Station (by TGV train)
– Blois Station >> Saint Pierre des Corps Station >> Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV Station (by TGV train)
Close Airport
– Tours Airport : www.tours.aeroport.fr/home
Trip overall rating : / 13 testimonials
USA
travel date: 03 October 2023.
We had a great experience biking the Loire Valley. The hotel was wonderful and the cycling was perfect. The packet of tickets to the 4 attractions was a perfect added bonus.
France
travel date: 16 August 2023.
Le beau temps et la piscine de l’hôtel réservé ont été très appréciés !
Canada
travel date: 06 August 2023.
This was the highlight of our vacation. The scenery was idyllic, the terrain was easy to ride at a casual pace, the accommodations were luxurious and comfortable, and the villages and chateaux were stunning. The biking road network is safe and free of traffic. There’s no better way to explore the French countryside.
France
travel date: 11 July 2023.
Ça nous a plu de découvrir la sologne et les châteaux autrement. Les enfants (11 et 13 ans) veulent repartir pour une nouvelle rando vélo l’année prochaine. Partir seule avec 2 enfants c’était un challenge pour moi. L’organisation rando vélo m’a bien aidé. Séjour dépaysant !
France
travel date: 09 May 2023.
Très beau circuit avec des jeunes enfants
France
travel date: 29 April 2023.
Nous avons beaucoup apprécié
France
travel date: 19 August 2022.
Nous avons vraiment beaucoup apprécié ces quelques jours de vacances à vélo. La combinaison vélo et visites était très bien. Nous avons particulièrement apprécié votre très grande réactivité à chacun de nos mails, principalement lorsque nous avons dû nous réorganiser quand notre fils s’est cassé le poignet. Grâce à vous, il a quand même pu participer au voyage et c’était super pour nous tous!
France
travel date: 19 July 2022.
Un voyage parfait avec des enfants de 7 et 10 ans, l’hôtel du Cygne tout à fait adapté aux enfants, les distances parfaites , les visites intéressantes pour les enfants.
France
travel date: 08 July 2022.
Nous avons eu beaucoup de plaisir de traverser ces belles forets avec nos petites filles, nous allons recommencer plus longuement en changeant d’étapes.
Colombie
travel date: 04 July 2022.
Everything was incredible! all the routes were fine and in good conditions! Great adventure! we will for sure try another destination in the future! It was a fantastic trip! we all loved it! our 9 year old daughter did almost 100Km in 3 days and she actually enjoyed it! All routes were just beautiful. Bikes were in good shape and the GPS worked perfectly! Just be sure you get enough food or plan your daily route well, since restaurants usually close kitchens at 2 pm and it is almost imposible to find something open!
Some questions about this trip ?
Contact us +33(0)2 54 78 62 52 or by email
