For sure there isn’t much left to say about France and its long history as a cycling nation, however if you choose to cycle tour this country, it will provide a 1000+ stories. To discover it at your pace gives it a whole new dimension.

 

What is it about?

 

• A unique life style – The French know how to enjoy life!

• Good food and wine

• Medieval and contemporary history

 

 

The pros for a cycle tourist:

 

• A very dense network of side roads with almost no traffic

• A nation where cycling is ingrained in its culture

• Many cycle ways and a good infrastructure

• Cycle touring can easily be combined with other activities

 

 

The challenges:

 

• In the countryside the language barrier

• In mountainous regions a certain degree of fitness is required

 

What kind of cycle tourists might appreciate France?

 

• People who want to experience Europe at a pace that doesn’t miss out on anything

• All those who have a weakness for good food & wine

• Anyone who is intrigued by contemporary history