Cycling trip between Fontainebleau and the Palace of Versailles
If you want to discover the treasures of Ile-de-France by bike, this trip is for you. The rich heritage and culture of this region with its historic towns and emblematic castles will leave you with fond memories. Your cycling trip begins in Vaux le Vicomte and ends on the Véloscénie route.
You cross the countryside of the Paris basin through imperial forests and pretty villages.
Points of interest during the stay:
- Castles of Vaux-le-Vicomte, Fontainebleau and Versailles
- Imperial Forest of Fontainebleau
- the Seine by bike
- the Haute Chevreuse valley
- the royal city of Dourdan
Day 1: Arrival in Fontainebleau or Melun
Arrival in Fontainebleau or Melun in a charming hotel or guest room.
You are a stone's throw from Paris but you breathe the country air. Discover the impressive historical heritage and of course the imperial forest of 22,000 ha of unspoiled nature in the city of Fontainebleau. Melun is at the gates of the forest and on the banks of the Seine. You can admire its river port, its parks and gardens.
Day 2: From Fontainebleau to Etampes / 55 km
Cross the imperial forest of Fontainebleau admiring its flora and fauna to the village of Barbizon, cradle of Impressionism. On this bike ride, you will see the village of Dannemois where singer Claude François lived. The last stop goes to Etampes, a town of art and history with its many religious buildings including the Notre-Dame collegiate church.
Day 3: From Etampes to Rambouillet / 55 km
The cycling trip in the Paris region continues on the Véloscénie route towards the Rambouillet forest on a cycle path along the river. Small country roads guide you to the royal town of Dourdan, the gateway to the Haute Vallée de Chevreuse regional natural park. Take the time to visit this historic city.
The stage ends in the heart of the Rambouillet forest, facing its castle.
Day 4: Rambouillet - Palace of Versailles / 50 km
Travel to the heart of the Chevreuse valley on this stage by bike. You can visit villages full of character, the countryside and the woods before reaching the Palace of Versailles, a World Heritage Site. Now is the time to admire and visit the jewel of French art and the residence of Louis XIV.
Day 5: End of your cycling trip on the Véloscénie
Your trip ends after breakfast.