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Throughout France you can find regions that have gorgeous scenery, delightful towns, and unique architecture and the Rhone-Alpes is no different. The great bike path around Lake Annecy allows novice riders to enjoy the scenery and the water activities taking place. More advanced cyclist can test their power while battling the infamous cols of the Tour de France including the Alpe d’Huez. There are nearly limitless other outdoor activities to participate in, grand structures to see, and meals to try while visiting this region. From the crystal-clear water of Lake Annecy to the white snow-capped tops of Mont Blanc your eyes will not be disappointed by the Rhone-Alpes region. Lyon and the towns in Drome-Provence increase your historic knowledge while treating your taste buds to a number of delectable cuisines. French Alps has something to offer every traveler that is sure to please.
Test your strength on the infamous cols of the Tour de France, such as the famous Alpe d’Huez, Lautaret and Galibier among many others. The place to be during the Tour de France, the Alps are the perfect spot for road bike enthusiasts looking for the ultimate challenge.
The Alps are also so much more, with breathtaking landscapes and sceneries during your rides, and a unique and delicious culinary heritage, perfect to gather some forces after the strenuous rides. Here you can combine two French favorites, charcuterie and cheese, in the mouth watering raclette: melted cheese eaten on top of ham, dried sausage… of course paired with a glass of local white wine!
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Unmissable sites in the French Alps, the Plateau du Vercors and the Annecy Lake are true emblems of Alpine lifestyle. Along two flat cycle paths in a...
Embark on your self-guided walking adventure in Vercors : Discover the largest National Park in France on this walking tour. The Vercors stands as a...
Even better than our 4 night program, this tour offers a few changes of hotels and takes you even further into the region to ride more mountain passes...
On this tour you can learn how the pro riders suffer and take inspiration from the amazing beauty of these spectacular mountain passes. Go to the top of...
This VIP guided tour will allow you to follow the Tour de France Women and discover the roads from the shores of Chateauneuf lake to the 21 bends of...
Explore the French Alps in a unique and prestigious way on this bike tour. Start your adventure in Annecy, and the beautiful lake. You hop on your bike...
On this trip, you will pose your suitcases in the beautiful valley of Oisans housing the great Alpine passes that have contributed enormously to the...
This VIP guided tour offers a unique experience in the heart of the Alps, a region renowned for its spectacular scenery and legendary climbs. Although...
5 MAIN REASONS TO DISCOVER THE FRENCH ALPS
Europe’s cleanest lake, Lake Annecy, offers fun for families, couples or singles alike. Most lake-goers only get in the water during the summer months when the temperature reaches 25 degrees Celsius. With activities such as swimming, diving, waterskiing, wakeboarding, and sailing everyone will find something that sparks their interests. Charming villages, like Talloires, Menthon St Bernard and Veyrier, surround the lake’s 35 kilometer shoreline. Perhaps the most appealing town is Annecy with divine places to see for example the photogenic Palais de l’Isle, also called “old prison,”in the center of the Thiou canal, the Château d’Annecy, and the lovers’ bridge, the Pont des Amours. The bike path that boarders the lake makes it easy for cyclists to ride from town to town shopping, eating and enjoying the ambiance.
With respect to history and cuisine, Lyon is indisputably one of the richest locations in France. The Croix-Rousse district of the city, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one reason why Lyon was known at one time as the “silk capital of the world.”The district includes structures like Lyon City Hall, the Fontaine Bartholdi, and the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon (Lyon Museum of Fine Arts) which houses paintings by renowned artists such as Picasso, Rembrandt and Bourdelle, as well as priceless Ancient Egyptian relics. Lyon has been labelled the “culinary capital of France” as well because of its gastronomy and local delicacies like salade lyonnaise, andouillete and marrons glace.
Those experienced cyclists looking for a challenge and a chance to feel like a pro can find just that on the cols in the Rhone-Alpes region. These mountain passes, including the legendary Alpe d’Huez, have been ridden by celebrated cyclists in the Tour de France. This long and difficult 14 km climb with 8% gradient and 21 hairpin bends has been championed by Lance Armstrong twice in its many Tour de France appearances. Other note-worthy cols include the grueling Col de la Madeleine, Col des Saisies, and Col de la Colombière. Vigorous bikers endure these climbs for the thrill, views from the top, and of course the bragging rights that come with it.
Outdoor adventure enthusiasts will find paradise at Chamonix Mont Blanc. The highest mountain in France has plenty to boast about when it comes to outside activities. From skiing, ice climbing and snowboarding in the winter to hiking, rafting and paragliding in the summer, one will never be left wondering what to do. Mountain bikers also flock to this town for the countless single-track courses. Downhill cyclists will enjoy taking the chair lift up the mountain and experiencing the excitement in their bones as they descend down on their bike at high speeds. A ride no one wants to miss is Mont Blanc’s cable car which takes you through the mountains where you will witness incredible views.
The Drome-Provence department offers the best of both the Provence region and Rhone-Alpes region. This is where the weather changes and the clouds give way to the clear blue sky, as well as where the lavender fields begin to appear and the mountains become rolling hills perfect for cycling. The natural environment is not the only great interest of this region, there is the cultural heritage present in every town. For example, travel back to the medieval times when you visit Le Poët-Laval, a town that has remained in the same condition since the 15th century, with no roads just paths and stairways. You must bike to the settlement of Grignan to observe the majestic Château de Grignan surrounded by lavender fields and vineyards. A few other towns worth noting that will not disappoint include Valreas, Dieulefit, Crest, and Nyons. The off the beaten track routes of this region rich in lavender and fruit production are perfect for cycling vacationers.
You can also find your Loire Valley bike tour, your France castle tour, your Massif Central bike tour or your Nord of France bike tour.
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