| Any one who has watched the Tour de France | | | | Brittany & Normandy - located in the region north |
| quickly recognizes the French are passionate about | | | | of Paris. A highlight is to cycle the causeway to historic |
| cycling. When considering a destination to bicycle tour | | | | abbey at Mont-Saint-Michel. Also along this route you |
| in Europe France should be near the top of your list. | | | | will pass a rugged coastline and some white sandy |
| The top 6 regions for bicycle touring in France: | | | | beaches. Inland your bicycle touring takes you past |
| The Dordogne - located in southern France a bicycle | | | | apple orchards, cows on rich pastures and picturesque |
| tour along the River Dordogne provides plenty to see | | | | medieval towns. |
| along the way. In Montignac visit prehistoric caves; the | | | | Burgundy - offers some of the best wines in the world |
| fortress at Beynac; Castelnaud, the English castle from | | | | and is also known for its great bicycle touring. There |
| the 100 years war is across the river and | | | | will be some steep climbs, pretty medieval towns with |
| Rocamadour built on the side of a huge ravine. You will | | | | cobblestone streets to keep you alert. Cycling |
| have some steep climbs but the views from the quaint | | | | between Dijon and Nuits-St Georges you will have the |
| towns at the top are worth it. The food is superb in an | | | | opportunity to enjoy some the prestigious wines and |
| area known for its foie gras, walnuts and fine wines. | | | | cuisine which has made Burgundy so famous. |
| Alsace - also known for its fine wines with vineyards | | | | Provence - offers a contrast when bicycle touring. |
| surrounding medieval villages such as Colmar. Located | | | | The Rhone delta area is quite flat while the Luberon is |
| near the German border when bicycle touring you will | | | | hilly and finally some villages filled with artists perched |
| also find some hilly terrain the further you travel from | | | | on top of hills requiring a steep climb. You will also want |
| the Rhine River. | | | | to see some of the historic sights such as the Pont du |
| Loire Valley - located just south of Paris this route | | | | Gard built by the Romans. |
| offers the gentlest route when bicycle touring of the | | | | The best time bicycle tour in Europe including France is |
| regions listed here. Many cyclists on their first visit to | | | | in late May, June or September. Avoid the heat and |
| France visit a few of the 300 magnificent chateaux | | | | crowds you will find in the summer. Any of these |
| such as the Chateau de Chenonceau built along the | | | | bicycling adventures in France will provide you with a |
| Loire River. | | | | great 2 to 3 week vacation. |