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Loire Valley: Fontevraud Cycling Tour

Explore the castles, gardens, and wine regions around Fontevraud

4.6 (45 ratings)

France, Europe

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About this tour:

6 days

Apr-Oct

Standard Biking

Self-guided, Private

Hotel

Easy (2/5)

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Don't worry about meals. 5 breakfasts and 2 dinners are included.

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Accommodation for Loire Valley: Fontevraud Cycling Tour

This tour is based in a hotel in Frantevraud. The hotel is 3-star and offers basic conveniences that can make your stay more comfortable. During your stay, you’ll have access to the hotel pool, a golf course, and a bar and lounge. You can also upgrade your room category for an extra fee.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

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If you are a solo traveller or you prefer a single room, the required supplements are included in the listed price.

Hotel La Croix Blanche Fontevraud in Fontevraud-l’Abbaye

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Hotel La Croix Blanche Fontevraud in Fontevraud-l’Abbaye

Enjoy this charming historic hotel in a converted country house with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Guests will enjoy a wide array of amenities, including an outdoor swimming pool, an in-house restaurant, and a bar and lounge.

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Loire Valley: Fontevraud Cycling Tour Details

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Loire Valley: Fontevraud Cycling Tour Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival

Overnight Location - Hotel in Fontevraud | Distance - None | Meals - Dinner

Your tour begins in beautiful Fontevraud L'Abbaye, a small commune in the Loire Valley that will be your amiable base for the duration of the tour.

Once you've settled into your accommodations, head out to explore Fontevraud L'Abbaye, a village that is home to France's most extensive collection of monastic buildings. It goes without saying that the Fontevraud Abbey is an ideal place to begin your exploration of this historic town!

Day 2

Cycling Loop via Chinon

Overnight Location - Hotel in Fontevraud | Distance - 42km, 216m of ascent, 220m of descent | Meals - Breakfast

Your cycling adventure in the Loire Valley begins with the perfect introduction to this breathtaking region. Enjoying a flat route at your own pace, you’ll cruise through lovely woods and fields of sunflowers bursting with colour (when in bloom) towards the historic town of Chinon.

You’ll find the Château de Chinon perched on the bank of the Vienne River here. Hop off your bike to explore the ancient fortress before perhaps stopping for lunch and a glass of local wine. After all, you are in the Chinon wine region!

Return to Fontevraud, completing today’s circuit with a stop at famous French author François Rabelais’ museum on the way if you please.

Day 3

Cycle Loop via Saumur

Overnight Location - Hotel in Fontevraud | Distance - 37km, 191m of ascent, 205m of descent | Meals - Breakfast

Perched on the wild Loire, you’ll uncover your second majestic riverside chateau today, the grand Château de Saumur. A gorgeous route will lead you to Saumur this morning, where you’ll explore another fantastic wine town. Saumur is not only known for its majestic castle and fine grapes but also its 17th-century church of Notre Dame.

Spend as much time as you’d like in Saumur, then either continue the loop back to Fontevraud or opt to take a boat ride on the Loire River to Montsoreau. From Montsoreau, the ride back to Fontevraud is a mere 4km.

Day 4

Cycle Loop via Cadre Noir de Saumur

Overnight Location - Hotel in Fontevraud | Distance - 49km, 246m of ascent, 244m of descent | Meals - Breakfast

Hop on your bike to explore the Anjou area's wide-open countryside this morning, an area known worldwide for producing the Chenin Blanc grapes. The route continues to Cadre Noir, with ample opportunities to pause along the way to soak in the peaceful green countryside. Cadre Noir is a center for prestigious horseback riding in France and is also the site of the French military riding academy.

Continue the route through the picturesque valley, enjoying gently undulating hills back to Fontevraud.

Day 5

Cycle Loop Around Fontevraud

Overnight Location - Hotel in Fontevraud | Distance - Flexible | Meals - Breakfast, Dinner

Today is dedicated to exploring the abbey of Frantevraud (if you haven’t already done so), the intricate gardens, and surrounding villages. Take your time exploring this remarkable town that you’ve called home for the past 5 days, and enjoy discovering its most famous sights and hidden corners.

Day 6

Departure

Distance - None | Meals - Breakfast

Your cycling tour comes to an end following breakfast this morning. With just under a weeks’ worth of memories made on one bike in the beautiful Loire Valley, check out of your accommodations and depart. Au revoir!

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How hard is the Loire Valley: Fontevraud Cycling Tour?

We rate this tour a 2/5. You should be comfortable riding up to 50km in a day, but you can customize your route each day to your preferred distance and difficulty. Beyond some basic cycling ability, the tour can be tailored to your activity level. The terrain is almost entirely flat with a few very easy climbs.

Do I need a visa to travel to France?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Loire Valley: Fontevraud Cycling Tour?

5 breakfasts and 2 dinners are included on this tour.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover cycling. Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Fontevraud to start this tour?

Fly into Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). From the airport, you can reach Fontevraud by taking a high-speed train to Tours, which takes approximately 1 hour. Then from Tours you can travel to Saumur by train, taking approximately 30 minutes. From Saumur, you can take a taxi to Fontevraud, taking around 20 minutes. Alternatively, you can book a private transfer from the airport as a supplement in advance or arrange your own private transfer.

Where does the Loire Valley: Fontevraud Cycling Tour end?

The tour ends in Fontevraud. You can reach either Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) by taxi and train. First take a taxi to the Saumur train station, then from Saumur to Tours. From Tours, take a final train to the airport. The whole journey should take between 2 and 3 hours. Alternatively, you can book a private transfer to the airport as a supplement in advance or arrange your own private transfer.

Can I rent a bike?

Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. Rental bikes are ARCADE Escape Men/Lady 24-speed hybrid bikes or KALKHOFF Voyager 8i e-bikes.

What equipment is included in the bike rental?

The bikes come with a pannier, handlebar bag, spare tube, tools, pump, helmet and lock.

Can I bring my own bike?

Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a bike suitable for the demands of the tour.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to France?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for France?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

When is the best time to travel to France for this tour?

The best time to travel to the Loire Valley for this cycling tour is during the shoulder seasons of April-June and September-October when the crowds are lighter than during peak summer months.

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Accommodation for Loire Valley: Fontevraud Cycling Tour

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Hotel La Croix Blanche Fontevraud in Fontevraud-l’Abbaye

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Loire Valley: Fontevraud Cycling Tour Details

Overview

Loire Valley: Fontevraud Cycling Tour Overview

Itinerary

Loire Valley: Fontevraud Cycling Tour Itinerary

Arrival

Cycling Loop via Chinon

Cycle Loop via Saumur

Cycle Loop via Cadre Noir de Saumur

Cycle Loop Around Fontevraud

Departure

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Hotel La Croix Blanche Fontevraud in Fontevraud-l’Abbaye

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