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Loire by bike, Orléans and Blois

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Short stay on the Loire by bike of 4 days and 3 nights in a hotel between Orléans and Blois. Online tour to discover the castles of the Loire.

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Travel on the Loire by bike, between Orléans and Blois

 

 

The Loire crosses the most beautiful regions of France. It is an exceptional cycling route for its cultural and historical richness. You admire unique panoramas along the river on the Eurovelo 6. Discover the superb castles of the great kings and lords of the past.
The Loire by bike is an ideal route for a peaceful family holiday. In short stages, you will take cycle paths and marked routes.
 
Highlights of the stay on the Loire by bike:

  • Cities of Orleans and Blois
  • Beaugency, medieval city
  • Chateau of Chambord and Beaugency
  • Leisure parks


Day 1: Arrival in Orléans


Installation at your hotel near the train station and the historic city center. Discover Orléans, city of art and history located at the crossroads of the territories of Beauce, Sologne, Gâtinais and Val de Loire. This city has many historical and heritage assets:

- the Bannier gate

- the mystery of the St Aignan crypt

- Ste Croix d'Orléans cathedral


Day 2: Orléans - Beaugency - 30 km

 

Departure towards the medieval village of Beaugency!
Continue with a short walk of 6 km to visit the famous Château de Chambord! Inscribed on the first list of historic monuments, it has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1981.
Discover the Beaugency labyrinth, an unusual and friendly activity ideal for families! This park will offer you pure moments of fun through puzzles to solve!
Night in Beaugency in a hotel.


 
Day 3: Beaugency - Blois - 35 km

 

Today enjoy Beaugency for the last time by visiting its castle located in the heart of the village! Essentially known as the home of Jean de Dunois, says the bastard of Orleans, companion in arms of Joan of Arc, the castle has witnessed notable episodes in the history of France.
Then join the city of Blois on the Loire by bike, labeled "City of art and history" since 1986, Blois has a historical and architectural heritage that will not leave you indifferent.

Night in Blois.


 
Day 4: End of the circuit on the Loire by bike


End of your stay after breakfast.


Return by train to Orléans.

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General informations :

  • 3 days and 2 nights
  • Accommodation comfort level standard version : 2 or 3 * (local standards)
  • Child rates: contact us

The dates :

 

Achievable between April and October 2024.

 

Included :

  • Free online tour
  • 3 nights in hotels
  • 3 breakfasts
  • access to our hiking application Respire Voyages with day by day itineraries
  • Luggages transport
  • Assistance in case of breakdown (except puncture)

Not included :

  • Transport to the place of departure
  • Personal expenses
  • half board
  • Visits other than those included in the program
  • Tourist tax to be paid on site

The options :

  • VTC or VAE rental
  • Additional night (s) at the start or end of the tour
  • return by train
  • the paper version of the logbook
  • Transfer back to the starting point by train
  • Bicy + Visit monument : castle of Chambord 
  • Theft insurance for the rented bike
  • cancellation insurance

Levels :


1 2 3 4 5 6

 

Ground :


Flat terrain. Eurovélo 6 cycle paths and shared lanes.

 

Weather :


Soft sun, little wind and pleasant temperatures.

 

Technicality:


30 to 47 km of hiking per day, or about 2 to 5 hours of cycling.
Easy to follow route.


Bibliography:

 

The Loire by bike - chamina guide
The Loire by bike - Routard guide

 

Accommodation:


Accommodation in ** or *** hotels, with toilet and shower in the room.

 

Additional nights:


An additional night is offered to you at the start and end of the tour.

 

Meals:


- Breakfast: generous (coffee, tea, chocolate, milk, bread, butter, jam, orange juice)
- Lunches: not included
- Dinner: Half-board option with dinners at the hotel or in a nearby restaurant: Starter, main course, dessert, drinks not included.


The bike :

 

- Rental bicycle: If you rent a bicycle (see our bicycles) it will be given to you at our rental company. A security deposit will be requested.

At the end of the circuit, you will have to leave this bike with the rental company indicated.

 

- Personal bike: We do not recommend bikes with small tires. Hybrid bikes and mountain bikes are excellent. Remember to check your bicycle before setting off.

At the end of the tour, you will need to take care of your own bicycle.

 

Assistance:


Assistance in the event of breakdown (except punctures for which we do not intervene).

 

 

Luggage:


They are transported by a courier or by our team and limited to one piece of luggage per person. (maximum 20 kg).

 

Roadbook :

 

We will provide you with detailed maps and a description of the routes when you arrive at the first hotel. We will also give you vouchers for hotels and restaurants as well as luggage tags.

 

Transportation:

 

- By train: TER or Intercités about 1h15 from Paris Austerlitz.
- By road: A10 motorway, then A701 E60 direction Orléans / Saran exit n ° 14.
- By plane: Loiret Orléans airport and taxi to the city center.


Your vehicle:


It is possible to reserve a parking space at the first hotel, payable locally.


Cancellation insurance :

 

In order to guarantee the reimbursement of costs in the event of cancellation of your stay, you can take out cancellation insurance. To learn more about insurance, click here.

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