Wine route by bike: the Beaujolais vineyard

From Lyon to Mâcon in Beaujolais: on the wine routes by bike

From Lyon to Mâcon, discover Beaujolais by bike and its magnificent vineyards which produce excellent wines. Cycle through a region nicknamed The Land of the Golden Stones with its breathtaking landscapes. The heritage on the route is also a strong point with well-preserved medieval villages nestled on top of hills and imposing castles.

Some call Beaujolais “French Tuscany”.

Highlights of the stay:

• Beaujolais vineyards
• Medieval villages and heritage
• Remarkable landscapes

Day 1: Arrival in Lyon

Arrival in Lyon from where a taxi transfer will take you to your hotel in Anse or Ambérieux d'Azergues. We will give you the information and documents to ensure you have a good bike trip.

Overnight in Anse or Ambérieux d’Azergues.

Day 2: from Anse/Ambérieux d'Azergues to Vaux en Beaujolais - 44 km

Your cycling journey begins in La Terre des Pierres Dorées. Traditional houses were built with stones cut from a rare type of limestone, which gives a golden hue to the buildings made from it. The authentic and preserved villages offer a journey through time to their visitors.

The positive altitude difference of 920m will give you a bit of a challenge (unless you opt for the VAE) but also and above all breathtaking panoramic views. Oingt, among the most beautiful villages in France, is great proof of this. This fortified city offers a 360° view from its medieval tower.

Night in Vaux en Beaujolais.

Day 3: from Vaux en Beaujolais to Romanèche Thorins - 29 km

The route takes you to the heart of the Beaujolais Villages appellation vineyards. Arriving at Romanèche Thorins, a tour of Hameau Duboeuf awaits you. This theme park is aimed at amateurs and experienced connoisseurs alike. Tasting possible.

Night at Romanèche Thorins.

Day 4: from Romanèche Thorins to Mâcon - 33 km

Today, some pretty appellations are on the program: Moulin à Vent, Chénas, Fleurie, Julienas or Saint Amour. You are in the Beaujolais valley. Before reaching Mâcon, you pass next to the Roche de Solutré. A unique landscape that leaves no stone unturned. When you see it, you will know.

Night in Macon.

Day 5: Macon

End of the cycling trip after breakfast.

General informations :

• 5 days and 4 nights
• Comfort level of accommodation: 3* hotels

Dates:

Departures possible from Wednesday to Saturday, from March to October.

Included :

• 4 nights in 3* hotels
• 4 breakfasts
• Baggage transfer
• Transfer from Lyon to the 1st hotel
• Visit and wine tasting at Hameau Duboeuf on day 3
• access to our Respire Voyages hiking application with day-by-day itineraries
• Assistance in the event of a breakdown (except puncture).

Not included :

• Transport to the place of departure
• Lunches and dinners
• Personal expenses
• Everything that is not specified in “included”

The options :

• VTC and electric bike rental
• Half board (evening meal)
• Theft insurance for the rented bike
• Additional night(s) in Mâcon
• cancellation insurance

Levels:
1 2 3 4 5 6

Ground:
Hilly terrain. You will ride on small paved wine and country roads, as well as on cycle paths. No or very little traffic.

Climate:
Pleasant, little precipitation, localized rain.
Spring: 15/20°C - Summer: Hot and dry 25/30°C

Technicality:
29 to 44 km of cycling per day, or approximately 2 to 4 hours of cycling. from 340 to 920 m of positive altitude difference per day.

Bibliography:

• Entre Saône, vignes et Mont du Beaujolais
• All cycling maps and guide in Beaujolais on cartovelo.fr

Additional nights:
An additional night in Mâcon is possible the end of your stay.

Meal :

• Breakfasts: copious (coffee, tea, chocolate, milk, butter, bread, jam, orange juice) or buffet.
• Lunches: not included
• Dinners: not included

The bike :

• Rental bike: 24-speed VTC which will be given to you upon your arrival. Possibility to rent an electric bike on request. A security deposit will be required.
• Rental bikes are always delivered to the hotel, they include a repair kit, lock, smartphone holder, rear bag and front bag and helmet (recommended). At the end of the tour, you will need to leave this bike at the last hotel and notify reception. We will take care of his return.
• Personal bicycle: We do not recommend bicycles with small tires. VTC and mountain bikes are excellent. Remember to service your bicycle before leaving. At the end of the tour, you will need to take charge of your own bicycle.

Support:
Assistance in the event of a 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. (max. 20 kg).

Travelogue :
We will provide you with detailed maps and a description of the routes when you arrive at the first hotel.

Transportation :

• By train: Lyon is 2 hours by train from Paris
• By road: Lyon is located 460 km from Paris

Parking in Lyon:

Paid and secure parking lots.

Cancellation insurance :
To guarantee reimbursement of costs in the event of cancellation of your stay, you can take out cancellation insurance.