Canals, rivers & lakes

What is more relaxing than following a canal or river, or going around a lake, on a bike? Using routes which are more often secured, like greenways or signposted cycle paths, they still allow you to discover the richness of the countryside.  From the romanticism of the Danube to the Loire Valley by Bike, with its chateaus. From the Canal du Midi and its neighbour Read more
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This trip is the perfect combination of relaxation and discovery.
You’ll spend a memorable week seeing the best of Holland: dunes and beaches, historic city centers, soothing countryside, traditional clogs and windmills.
You’ll stay in cosy inns that the whole family will love!

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8 days / 6 days riding  / ref. HLF
Difficulty Easy
from 890 €
Round trip

In the heart of the Alps, this hike takes you to three emblematic Alpine lakes: Lac Léman, Lac du Bourget and Lac d’Annecy. The Rhône and Isère rivers take you to the heart of the valleys for a serene ride. Widely accessible to all, this tour offers moderate difficulty.

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6 days / 4 days riding  / ref. ALP1
Difficulty Sustained
from 1050 €
Linear trip
LAVAUX vineyards

The clear blue water hits the bow of the boat as it takes you to Evian, on the south shore of Lake Geneva. An idyllic atmosphere awaits you on the way to Yvoire. Feel like taking a dip in the cool water? Taste a glass of wine in one of the many lakeside restaurants? Considered THE diplomatic center par excellence, Geneva offers a striking contrast. Rest assured, you’ll still have plenty of time to explore this fascinating international city before continuing your journey. Well-preserved castles and elegant shopping towns await you on the north shore of the lake. As you cycle through the vineyards of Lavaux, you’ll be delighted to see the azure water, green vines and white peaks rise up before you like a painting. Switzerland has never been more beautiful than on the shores of Lake Geneva.

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6 days / 6 days riding  / ref. SUI1
Difficulty Moderate
from 1530 €
Linear trip
Pointe du Grain

The Mittelland route seems to have been designed with families in mind. Bicycle paths, most of them closed to traffic, lead along the Aare to the region’s famous three lakes. You’ll pass beautiful old towns, see colonies of storks and take time to cool off in the waters of lakes Biel, Murten and Neuchâtel. The pretty lakeside towns invite you to take time out for an ice cream. An entertaining and varied week for active families.

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6 days / 6 days riding  / ref. SUIF
Difficulty Easy
from 1190 €
Linear trip
Lake Garda

Pedal straight to the lakeside, along the flower-filled promenades, and let your gaze wander over the vast, sparkling body of water. Take an invigorating dip in the lesser-known but equally enchanting lakes Ledro and Idro. A little further afield, beautifully designed cycle paths cross the fertile Adige valley, the panoramic Sarca valley and the romantic Val Sabbia.

As well as impressive scenery, the Lake Garda region also offers exceptional cuisine. Enjoy the finest olive oils, excellent wines, ripe citrus fruits and delicious freshwater fish at every stage of your vacation. So what are you waiting for, everything is ready for you!

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7 days / 5 days riding  / ref. IT10
Difficulty Moderate
from 1150 €
Round trip / 2 testimonials
Frederiksborg castle (Hillerød)

Welcome to cycling country! This route takes you along the kingdom’s east coast, with its beautiful beaches and small marinas. It offers medium to long stages and plenty of sites to discover. Departing and returning to Copenhagen, you’ll have plenty of time to visit this vibrant and charming capital with its strong cycling culture. You can also visit the royal cities of Hillerød and Roskilde, with the added bonus of a trip to Sweden. Sea, sand, culture and history combine perfectly in this magnificent Nordic tour!

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7 days / 5 days riding  / ref. DAN1
Difficulty Moderate
from 1290 €
Round trip / 1 testimonials
Giethoorn

A short distance from Amsterdam, the Ijsselmeer, the largest freshwater lake in the Netherlands, reclaimed from the sea in the 20th century, will be the idyllic backdrop to this holiday. This cyclists’ paradise is a flat region of national parks teeming with rare plants and animals, charming fishing villages and picturesque towns with a glorious commercial past. Amsterdam is a must-see stopover, where you can immerse yourself in the magic of its canals and enjoy a dose of urban effervescence.

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8 days / 7 days riding  / ref. HL6
Difficulty Easy
from 1060 €
Round trip

This magnificent route offers an unrivalled variety of landscapes. The loop starts at Lake Constance and takes you to the Rhine Falls, through the mountains and on to the Zurich region, the Principality of Liechtenstein and Lake Wallenstadt, which you cross by boat. One panorama follows another on this cycling route, which is certainly one of the most beautiful in Switzerland.

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8 days / 6 days riding  / ref. LC3
Difficulty Moderate
from 1490 €
Round trip

Along the Romantic Danube, discover 4 countries by bike: Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary!
Different countries, different landscapes but same wonder. From Passau to Budapest, what a beautiful escapade!

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14 days / 12 days riding  / ref. PB
Difficulty Moderate
from 2130 €
Linear trip

From Rennes, the Breton capital, take a ride on a safe route along the ‘Canal de L’Ille et Rance’. This peaceful ‘Voie Verte’ leads you to both cities of Art! Dinan – a splendid medieval town, then Saint Malo – the famous ‘Corsair city’. Now you just need to follow the Emerald Coast and its oyster parks to end your adventure at the great Mont Saint-Michel, the “Marvel of the West”!

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7 days / 5 days riding  / ref. BR6
Difficulty Easy
from 980 €
Linear trip / 6 testimonials

Discover Stockholm with its 14 islands and beautiful surroundings along one of Sweden’s largest lakes. Cycle through varied scenery, always accompanied by either one of the countless lakes or the sea. Learn about Swedish history from Viking times up until today and discover royal palaces such as Drottningholm Palace or Tullgarn Palace as well as picturesque small towns as Mariefred and Trosa.

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7 days / 5 days riding  / ref. SW1
Difficulty Moderate
from 1220 €
Round trip

This tour offers you the full experience of Lake Constance: The stages, that are mostly easy to cycle, lead you through one of the most beautiful holiday regions of Germany, Austria and Switzerland. You cycle mostly
along the shore of Lake Constance and get to know the small dreamy villages, medieval towns and the Baden-Swabian lifestyle. Finally, you encounter the Rhine falls in Schaffhausen, one of the biggest waterfalls
in Europe – impressive!

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8 days / 6 days riding  / ref. LC2
Difficulty Easy
from 1140 €
Round trip

You can experience three of the most famous river cycle paths in Austria up close on this cycle holiday. Start comfortably on the Inn cycle path and admire the towering Nordkette mountains. In the Zillertal valley you only make a short stop because the largest waterfalls in Europe are already waiting for you in Salzburg’s Pinzgau region. The popular Tauern cycle path leads you via Lake Zeller See intially into world-famous Salzburg and then onwards to Passau. Here you will meet the river Inn again and of course the Danube. She will accompany you further across Austria to imperial Vienna. Marvellous scenery, culinary delicacies, traditional customs and high culture – a cycle tour could not be more diverse!

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13 days / 11 days riding  / ref. SLZ3
Difficulty Easy
from 1890 €
Linear trip

Bright, shining eyes will confirm it: Lake Constance is not only a cycling paradise, but also a children‘s paradise! Every day there is something new to discover on this trip: either the adventure playground on Mainau
Island, the pile dwellings in Uhldingen, the Zeppelin Museum in Friedrichshafen or the Ravensburger Spieleland activity park. The stages are kept extra short so that there is always enough time to discover, to relax,
to have an ice cream, to swim and to enjoy.

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7 days / 5 days riding  / ref. LCF
Difficulty Easy
from 950 €
Round trip / 1 testimonials

The Southern Black Forest Tour is surprisingly relaxed. You cycle past the typical Black Forest farms with low-hanging roofs that nestle close to the forested, green mountains. On the circular tour from Freiburg, you
overcome most of the altitude metres by train and often enjoy rolling downhill. This way you can not only observe the serenity of the people of Baden, but also experience it for yourself.

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7 days / 5 days riding  / ref. DE3
Difficulty Easy
from 870 €
Round trip

The Danube-Cycle Path: one of the most popular, if not the most popular cycle path in Europe. Our family cycling tour offers you and your entire family a unique opportunity to experience this cycle path in a casual manner. With the little Barque town Schärding as your starting point, you cycle along stunning cycle paths all the way to Linz, the provincial capital of Upper Austria. Short daily stages, lots of time for intervals and child-friendly hotels create a rounded and perfect holiday. Along the river Danube there are funny leisure activities on offer for you every day.. We guarantee happy children and lots of fun for the little ones. Come along to the river Danube!

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7 days / 4 days riding  / ref. PVF
Difficulty Easy
from 930 €
Round trip

South Tyrol from its best side! You will set off by bike from the Meran basin. You will keep cycling through orchards and vineyards and past palaces and castles and by doing so you mill make your way across Bolzano, Trento and Rovereto and then finally to the magnificently blue lake Garda. You can enjoy the tasty Italian meals just as much as the Mediterranean scenery. In almost every district in southern Tyrol you will find a swimming pool to cool down in. Or you can grab yourself a tasty “Gelati” on your way. At the end of your family cycle tour, the beach area by the glistening lake Garda is waiting for you with its many places to play and to do sport. Swimming fun and “Dolce Vita” is guaranteed for the whole family whilst on the cycle tour in southern Tyrol and in Trentino.

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8 days / 6 days riding  / ref. ITF
Difficulty Easy
from 1280 €
Linear trip

From the Alps to the sea! What a good association of Austria‘s impressive Alpine region and Italy‘s southern flair. On your bike you simply experience more: more romantic rivers and roaring waterfalls, more pretty historic town centres and defiant castles, more craggy mountain peaks and of course an increase in scenic, architectural and culinary delights. And last but not least: the Adriatic Sea.

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8 days / 6 days riding  / ref. SLZ1
Difficulty Moderate
from 1070 €
Linear trip

During this stunning holiday starting from the Bavarian state capital via the Reschen-pass all the way into the cultural city of Merano even not so experienced cyclists gleefully manage to cross the Alps. You are accompanied by marvellous views en route along Lake Starnberger See. The historic so-called Lüftlmalerei-paintings on the front of the houses in Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Mittenwald will fascinate you. You will marvel at the views onto Mount Zugsspitze, the Karwendel mountains and Mount Ortler. And a best-developed cycle path in South Tyrol will magically bring a smile to your face. In Merano at the latest you will agree how diverse and comfortable crossing the Alps can be.

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15 days / 13 days riding  / ref. MV
Difficulty Moderate
from 2290 €
Linear trip

It’s hard to resist the charm of the Charente countryside!

From Angoulême, Capital of the Comic Strip, cycle along the Charente river and let yourself be guided by the murmur of the water and the charm of the Charentais countryside between Cities of Art and History, vineyards and small charming villages.
In only 5 days, discover the richness of the Charente region, its architectural heritage and its gastronomic heritage. The spirits of Cognac, the vestiges of Antiquity in Saintes, the Corderie Royale in Rochefort and the excursion to the island of Aix are among the highlights of the Flow Vélo.

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5 days / 4 days riding  / ref. FLV1
Difficulty Moderate
from 780 €
Linear trip / 1 testimonials
View over the dome of Innsbruck

Whether spring, summer, or autumn: South Tyrol is always worth a visit by bike. The glittering ice worlds, huge mountains, fertile orchards and vineyards make your journey an unforgettable sensual experience. You will start your tour in Innsbruck with a stopover in Imst, also called “Merano of North Tyrol”. From Landeck, you will take a bus to Nauders on the Reschenpass. And from there, you will cycle mostly downhill. This way, also less athletic cyclists can master the route easily. Join the river Adige flowing into the valley, past the sunken village in Lake Reschenstausee, until you reach Bolzano. Take a rest, drink a bottle of the widely praised Kalterer wine, and enjoy the view of the Rose Garden: for some a beautiful mountain backdrop, for others the kingdom of the dwarf king Laurin, in which the roses start to glow in the sunset. This will be the perfect culmination of an amazing trip.

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8 days / 6 days riding  / ref. IB
Difficulty Moderate
from 1255 €
Linear trip
Veloroute du canal

From Colmar, your bike trip allows you to explore the vineyards of Alsace, follow the banks of the Rhone to Rhine canal and discover the essential sites and postcard landscapes. Thanks to our itinerary, you will discover a remarkable built heritage through its richness and density and remarkable landscapes. You appreciate the accomodation quality and location … enjoy a good escape.

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6 days / 5 days riding  / ref. AL4
Difficulty Moderate
from 890 €
Round trip / 6 testimonials
Keukenhof park

The program of this tour is totally dedicated to this beautiful flower. You will cycle through hectares of spring flowers and tulips, passing along the river Zaan and windmills but also along the North Sea! You will cycle as well through typical polders and visit different cities of art and history (Haarlem, Leiden, Amsterdam…).

This way, you will discover the blooming Netherlands while being comfortably accommodated aboard “Wending” boat!

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8 days / 6 days riding  / ref. HL5
Difficulty Easy
from 2440 €
Round trip
Châteauneuf en Auxois

In a few days, we suggest you to discover Burgundy, out of the beatten tracks. You will follow the ‘green way’ through the amazing vineyards of the ‘Côte de Nuits’. Then, you will enter in the green Burgundy and follow the Ouche’s valley to go back to Dijon.

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4 days / 3 days riding  / ref. BU6
Difficulty Moderate
from 570 €
Round trip / 8 testimonials

Welcome to Slovenia!

Slovenia is a small but topographically diverse country located between Italia, Austria, Hungary and Croatia. The amazing beauty of its landscapes and the kindness of its inhabitants make this country into a destination to discover absolutely!
The itinerary runs you through the pristine nature, in the heart of the Julian Alps, between lakes and valleys!

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8 days / 6 days riding  / ref. SLO1
Difficulty Moderate
from 1180 €
Round trip / 4 testimonials

It is hard to resist to the charming power of the “Green Venice”!

Starting from Niort, ride your bike along the little shady canals of the Poitevin Marsh (Regional Nature Reserve), and go with the flow, listening to the babbling water, and the chirping birds.
Discover Coulon, the Green Venice capital village, and follow the interlacing of bicycle paths in the midst of the “Marais Mouillés”, to the ancient abbey of Maillezais and the charming village of Arçais.
The large sea canals safely lead you to the grand finale, the Towers of the Vieux-Port in La Rochelle.

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5 days / 3 days riding  / ref. VF2
Difficulty Easy
from 620 €
Linear trip / 3 testimonials

This cycling tour takes you to the pearls of Holland: unique towns that have retained their character of yesteryear. But cycling in Holland isn’t just about admiring the typical towns. In this region you’ll find an oasis of serenity, vast calm landscapes, polders with their characteristic mills, splendid rivers and fields of flowers. This itinerary promises to give you a taste of Holland’s must-sees, between magnificent cities and superb natural landscapes.

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7 days / 5 days riding  / ref. HL2
Difficulty Moderate
from 990 €
Round trip / 12 testimonials

Along the Romantic Danube, discover 3 countries by bike: Austria, Slovakia and Hungary!
Different countries, different landscapes but same wonder. From Vienna to Budapest, what a beautiful escapade!

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8 days / 6 days riding  / ref. VB
Difficulty Moderate
from 990 €
Linear trip / 10 testimonials
Bicycles

The cycle tour through the Salzkammergut and the Trumer Seen lake area is wonderfully suited for cycling along the banks of lakes and just letting your spirit soar in a marvellous natural landscape!

Only a few kilometres beyond Salzburg, you will be greeted by the luxury of a unique natural panorama. The gentle, hilly landscape of Salzburg’s alpine foothills has a charm all of its own. You will cycle through meadows and moorlands to Oberndorf – the place associated with the Christmas carol “Silent Night” – and also to the old imperial town of Bad Ischl. In a way, you will be travelling through a whole world of clichés transformed into realities. The ten lakes round tour is active recreation, experiencing nature and enjoying many attractions, such as the Schafberg mountain and the Orth castle.

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7 days / 5 days riding  / ref. SLZ7
Difficulty Moderate
from 1080 €
Round trip / 3 testimonials
Carcassonne

Let the route of the canal guide you as it presents all its history punctuated by conquests, boat cruises, sunny walks. The ‘Canal du Midi’ offers you all its numerous architectural and cultural treasures : amazing civil engineering structures, Cathar vestiges…

This is also an opportunity to meet with numerous house-boats and its inhabitants in a country of ‘art de vivre’. Vineyard landscapes, countryside, pine and olive trees will punctuate your stay.

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4 days / 3 days riding  / ref. CM1
Difficulty Moderate
from 450 €
Linear trip / 5 testimonials

Explore the paths along the blue Danube River just like the Romans, the legendary Nibelungs, and even some of Europe’s powerful kings and emperors did before you. You will get to know the beauty and historical significance of this ancient military and trading route. Never far away from the cool, clear water of the Danube, you will enjoy one of Europe’s most beautiful and popular cycle routes.
You can either start your trip in the baroque town of Schärding  or Passau, the town of three rivers. You will cycle through various districts of Upper and Lower Austria and finally to the Danube metropolis of Vienna. You will love the breathtaking natural beauty of the Danube valley and the Schlögen bend  or perhaps you will fall in love with the landscapes along the Danube river such as the Machland, the Strudengau,  or the famous Wachau. In the rural areas, to accompany these wonderful impressions, you can enjoy many traditional Austrian delicacies. Your physical wellbeing will be well catered for, from savoury dumpling specialities and moreish must all the way to the wines of the Buschenschenken taverns in the Wachau region.  This cycle tour is a true classic and is ideally suited as a first cycling holiday with the whole family.

 

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7 days / 5 days riding  / ref. PV1
Difficulty Moderate
from 720 €
Linear trip / 17 testimonials
chateau de Chambord

Discover the northern part of the royal valley by riding along the majestic river from Orléans to Tours where thousand treasures are waiting for you :historical heritage with numerous chateaux, wonderful landscapes of different natural areas, regional gastronomy delights.

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5 days / 4 days riding  / ref. L14
Difficulty Easy
from 640 €
Linear trip / 13 testimonials
meersburg

You will have to look around hard to find another classic cycle path that is as popular as Lake Constance. Three countries participate in the large lake in the heart of Europe. Austria, Germany and Switzerland add a special flair to the lake. This unique symbiosis of various cultures contributed a number of precious treasures of art. To mention only a few of them: Cultural heritage Island Reichenau, baroque style pilgrims church Birnau or the historic old town of Stein on Rhine. Add the marvellous countryside along the lake and a cycle path winding the way through idyllic meadows, along glittering water and in front of the stunning peaks of the Alps.

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7 days / 5 days riding  / ref. LC1
Difficulty Easy
from 830 €
Round trip / 9 testimonials
Villandry gardens

Let’s ride the « Loire à Vélo »cycling paths for the week-end. From Tours to Saumur you will discover the delightful châteaux and Renaissance gardens on the Loire Valley: Azay le Rideau et Villandry. Between Loire and Vienne rivers where traditional boats are sailing, you will cycle through Chinon and Saumur vineyards and cross medieval-looking villages.

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3 days / 3 days riding  / ref. L24
Difficulty Easy
from 390 €
Linear trip / 12 testimonials
Canal des Deux Mers

The Canal des 2 mers has been transformed, almost completely, as a green lane, from the Bordeaux’ docks to the Toulouse’ pink places. You will follow this ancient canal towpath, converted as a promenade and discovery space, to share with walkers and boaters.
Between rivers, vines and orchards, the numerous ancient fortified towns are waiting to deliver their secrets and History. You will be surrounded by quietness, easy living, conviviality and gastronomy.

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7 days / 5 days riding  / ref. CG1
Difficulty Moderate
from 1070 €
Linear trip / 8 testimonials
Canal du Midi - Mirepeysset

The ‘canal du Midi’, architect Pierre-Paul Riquet’s masterpiece, is the most famous water canal in Europe for its amazing measurements and for its peaceful surroundings. The idea of digging this channel linking the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean sea dates back to Antiquity but it was under Louis the 14th’s reign that it has been built.

Along the channel, discover the countryside landscapes and farms of the ‘Laugarais’ area, the gentle slopes sprinkled with vineyards, the chateaux of the Aude area and the city of Carcassonne up to the Mediterranean beaches.

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5 days / 3 days riding  / ref. CM2
Difficulty Easy
from 590 €
Linear trip / 6 testimonials
Briare

Discover the newest part of the « Loire a à Vélo » cycling paths and enjoy the wildest part of the Loire river. From Nevers to Orléans, follow the Santiago de Compostela paths, ride through the Sancerre vineyards, up to the canal-bridge in Briare … before the reaching Orléans, Joan of Arc’s town.

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7 days / 5 days riding  / ref. L7
Difficulty Easy
from 950 €
Linear trip / 8 testimonials
canal du midi

The ‘Canal des 2 Mers’ link up the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea. This bike itinerary leads you along the Canal de Garonne from Bordeaux to Toulouse. Then, you will join the Canal du Midi, UNESCO World Heritage, to the Mediterranean Sea. You will follow this ancient canal towpath, converted as a promenade and discovery space, to share with walkers and boaters.

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12 days / 10 days riding  / ref. CGCM1
Difficulty Moderate
from 1790 €
Linear trip / 6 testimonials

Enjoy the longest version of the ‘Canal du Midi by bike’: the most famous water canal in Europe for its amazing measurements and for its peaceful surroundings. The idea of digging this channel linking the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean sea dates back to Antiquity but it was under Louis the 14th’s reign that it has been built.

Along the channel, discover the countryside landscapes and farms of the ‘Laugarais’ area, the gentle slopes sprinkled with vineyards, the chateaux of the Aude area and the city of Carcassonne up to the Mediterranean beaches.

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7 days / 5 days riding  / ref. CM4
Difficulty Moderate
from 860 €
Linear trip / 5 testimonials
Dinan

The ideal trip for the ones who want to enjoy the peaceful and magnificent scenery. Start with an original view of the countryside by bike on the cycling path at the rhythm of the Ille et Rance Canal from Rennes to Saint Malo! Then take time to enjoy the “Corsaires Town” of Saint Malo, its beaches along the charming Emerald coast and the beautiful fishing ports and villages all around.

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5 days / 3 days riding  / ref. BR8
Difficulty Very Easy
from 650 €
Linear trip / 7 testimonials
Canal du Midi

Let the route of the canal guide you as it presents all its history punctuated by conquests, boat cruises, sunny walks. The ‘Canal du Midi’ offers you all its numerous architectural and cultural treasures : amazing civil engineering structures, Cathar vestiges…
This is also an opportunity to meet with numerous house-boats and its inhabitants in a country of ‘art de vivre’. Vineyard landscapes, countryside, pine and olive trees will punctuate your stay.

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5 days / 3 days riding  / ref. CM3
Difficulty Easy
from 560 €
Linear trip / 8 testimonials
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