The Loire A Velo Project
The Loire a Velo project is an awesome way to experience the Loire Valley. The roads include more than 800 km of biking paths through the Loire Valley, most parts simply and solely built for cycling. Cycle on this trail as it ventures to varied places. There are many places to start from and to end up. You could go for a weekend trip, and choose your favorite destinations. Or you can go for a lot longer trip and follow the route the entire way from Cuffy in east to Saint Brevin at the Atlantic coast in west.
The valley of the Loire is a place with lots of natural elements. Stop for a picnic or visit attractions along the route. Follow the Loire a Velo from Orleans, the home of Joan of Arc, all the way to Blois and you will be able to visit many of the main attractions in the Loire Valley along the way. A stop at Chateau de Chambord is an absolute must, the most gorgeous chateau of them all. As you stop in Amboise you will find that Leonardo Da Vinci is buried in the Chateau’s chapel.
Almost every town and village offers bike rental in the Loire Valley.
There are many hotels along the trail that offers special deals for cyclists, such as transfer of your baggage to your next destination. A cycling holiday in Loire will open a historic world of old castles, mansions and gardens built in the 15th and 16th century.
The path going around Anger is about 50km long, this is all biking trail no worry about traffic. There are so much to see and explore in this area, you will be amazed by the landscape and all the majestic castles. You get to cover more ground on a bike and you get to stop and enjoy things you see along the way. You can rent a bicycle for a day or a week, or you can buy a package trip from one of the many companies that offers guided or selfguided trips. Some companies offer “all inclusive” packages with lodging and food included. Other companies offers just a suggested route and you need to find hotels and baggage transfer yourself.
Exploring the river Loire trail is a fantastic reason for taking a cycling holiday in France. If you feel you are not the most active person in the world there are many places to stop, eat and relax so do not allow that to deter you from taking this wonderful cycling excursion.Learn a little about the land and its inhabitants. Every place in the world has wonders and secrets, set out to explore this gorgeous valley in the French countryside. Travel the Loire à Vélo bicycle trail of France and enjoy a great vacation.The Loire a Velo project is something every cyclist should explore.