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France is one of the world's leading tourist destinations, housing several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, renowned landmarks and diverse landscapes. Each of its cities has several attractions that will leave you in awe.
A convenient and unique way to explore the vast array of French attractions is through cycling. Moreover, the country is home to a spectacular network of roads and climbs, promising a lively and soulful cycling adventure.
So, if you want to learn more about cycling in France, continue reading!
Here is a list of 15 cycling destinations in France, known to enchant every rider, along with the route details.
Nice is a popular cycling destination, having roads that are in perfect condition and are known to lure cyclists from all over the world. While riding down you will encounter the Boulevard de Anglais providing a truly unique experience.
Moreover, while taking the route to Cagnes-sur-Mer you will come across a bird sanctuary, famous for migratory birds. The average weather condition of this place ranges from 8°C to 15°C making it ideal for cyclists.
Provence is cycling heaven for those who want to have a fun adventure in the countryside with some solitude and peace. Cycling in this city will perfectly combine some challenging climbs in the French Alps and flat paths along the Mediterranean Sea. Providing an average temperature of 65°C this place is best to visit during spring.
A tour around the French Alps is one of the most challenging cycling tours in France and is not meant for the fainthearted. This destination is extremely popular among cyclists as on this tour, you can cycle past snow-capped peaks and rugged scenery. With an average temperature of 27°C to 31°C you can enjoy cycling here.
From cycling down the French-Spanish border to riding steep up to the views of Col du Tourmalet from the top, the French Pyrenees offers a great experience. If you are interested in challenges and spectacular climbs, you must head for various cycling adventures in this place.
Normandy has a vast network of paved paths and traffic-free greenways, making it a cycling haven. Through the cycling route in France you will come along the rolling hills of Mont-Saint-Michel or the flat coastline road adjoining the three tourist spots, Utah Beach, Port-en-Bessin-Huppain and Arromanches-Les-Bains. August is the best month for cycling, providing a temperature of around 17°C.
Whether you are an expert rider or a novice cyclist, the pathways of Ile de Ré are suitable for everyone. This destination and its flat terrain bring together a great gathering of cyclists every year.
The cycle paths are largely flat and traffic free and take around 5 hours to cover the route. With a temperature of around 31° C you can enjoy the cool breeze through cycling.
Loire Valley is known as the best place for long-distance cycling trips in France. It allows all cyclists to explore the historic cities of Orléans, Nantes, Angers and Saint-Nazaire. The best time to go cycling in the Loire Valley is during the summer months, providing a comfortable journey. 16°C - 20° C is the perfect temperature for providing a thrilling cycling experience.
Alsace offers a hilly bike track running from Vosges Mountain Ranges to its outskirts, this region offers peaceful country lanes. Spring and autumn months are the best times for cycling in Alsace. Alsace has a mild climate and temperatures around an average of 10°C to 26°C, providing perfect weather for cycling.
One of France's famous wine regions, Burgundy is a paradise for all those cyclists who are also wine lovers. Besides, you can hit one of the off-road cycling paths alongside the canals and visit wine cellars and natural parks or go for village exploration. The best time to cycle is during spring when wildflowers are in bloom around September.
Dordogne Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the famous cycling destinations in the southwest. One can cycle around the lush countryside villages of Collonges-la-Rouge and Domme. Dordogne Valley’s quiet roads and good weather is suitable for all levels of riding.
Furthermore, you can enjoy long stretches of open rolling countryside between Sarlat and Souillac and Souillac to Rocamadour.
Saint-Emilion has the perfect mix of countryside locations offering high-quality cycling with good food and wine. In this destination, you can easily navigate your way to all the most-visited sites through traffic-free roads. During July when the temperature is around 27°C is the best time for cycling.
The roads around Carcassonne, a hilltop town, provide all cyclists with beautiful views as they pedal. If you visit this town, you can cycle or walk around Chapelle des Dominicaines and Notre Dame De L'abbaye. The average temperature of Carcassonne ranges from 16°C to 22°C providing pleasant weather for cycling.
Another addition to the list of cycling destinations in France is Lake Annecy, the fourth-largest lake in France. From the stunning mountain views of La Tournette to the steep terrain between Talloires and Menthon-Saint-Bernard, this region offers a car-free cycling route for all.
Bordeaux, an excellent base for vineyard tours, plays a regular host to cycling tours. It is another UNESCO World Heritage Site in France where you can plan your cycling holiday. The off-season months are the best months for cycling in Bordeaux. During this time the temperature is low and the roads are quite offering a relaxing time to the cyclists.
Champagne, another wine-producing region, houses a vast network of canal-side cycle paths and traffic-free roads. It has rolling and farmland terrain along with inclines, suitable for mountain climbing by bike. If you want to explore the French culture and scenic views alongside a fun cycling adventure, look no further than Champagne.
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