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1. Lyon Electric Bike Tour including Food Tasting with a Local Guide

2. Lyon Small-Group Guided Electric Bike Tour with a Local Guide

3. Lyon Small Group Guided Electric Bike Tour with Food Tasting

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5. Guided Bike Tour - 2h Heading to Tête d'Or Park

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8. Bike ride in the Parc de la Tête d'Or - 2h

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Cycling around Lyon is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Auvergne Rhône Alpes. So you can find your perfect Lyon bike ride, we’ve reviewed our full collection of cycling routes in the region to deliver the best. Just click on each route to see a full breakdown of detailed information including elevation profiles and surface analyses, and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other members of the komoot community.

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ELECTRIC BIKE TOURS IN LYON

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Lyon Bike Tour provides guided visits of Lyon on electric bike to discover the city’s heritage. In small groups, cross the whole city in an original, culturally enriching and entertaining way led by a passionate local guide. Visit Lyon effortlessly thanks to our electric bikes and safely, through our different circuits on bike path. Enjoy also our unmissable tasting breaks included in the most of tours. A real moment of conviviality to share! A love for our native city that we share since 5 years ago with the same passion.

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We offer electric bike hire in Lyon. For halfday or a full day, take advantage of our news electric bikes to ride and enjoy Lyon. High performance Gitane E-City Step bikes (more info here) offering you the possibility to ride up to 120 km. Take the opportunity to explore the Monts d’Or, ride along Lyon’s waterways, enjoy the parks of Jonage, Gerland or Tête d’Or and climb our two hills without any problem.

From 25€ per half-day with helmets, locks and repair kit.

Bikes are available on the Quai Romain Rolland in the 5th arrondissement. A short 5 minute briefing will be necessary before leaving to explain the use of the bikes and give you our suggestions for rides.

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Lyon, the beautiful city on a hill. Historic neighborhoods such as Fourvière Hill & Presqu’île earned it the honor of a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998. It’s known as the gastronomical capital of France (and among select crowds, of the world). Lyon is home to great chefs such as Paul Bocuse, or Mère Brazier, one of the woman attributed with the creation of the bouchon, a classic café in Lyon. This stunning city is also know for silk creation and the silk trade. Tucked away in Old Lyon you will still find silk ateliers, and the city celebrates this heritage through an annual silk festival. Lyon is bursting with themes, history, and neighborhoods to explore.

Among these neighborhoods, or arrondissements as the French call them, you will find hospitable bistros serving classic coq au vin, or for the daring, andouillette. Explore Vieux Lyon and discover the Renaissance. The Saint John the Baptist Cathedral sits near the edge of the Saône river, a beautiful 14th century structure waiting to be explored. A bit higher up you will find the famous Basilica of Notre Dame de Fourvière. Those who make it here are rewarded with stunning panoramic views of the city below.

Lyon being the third largest city in France enjoys relative popularity along with a laid-back lifestyle. It’s proximity to Paris and the south make it the perfect stop-over for those enjoying a full French holiday.

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Bike tours in Lyon offer an exhilarating and eco-friendly way to explore the city's diverse landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture. With its extensive network of bike paths, scenic riverfronts, and historic neighborhoods, Lyon provides the perfect backdrop for cyclists of all levels to discover its many attractions.

One of the highlights of bike tours in Lyon is the opportunity to explore the city's UNESCO-listed Old Town, or Vieux Lyon, with its narrow cobblestone streets, Renaissance architecture, and hidden passageways known as traboules. Cycling through these atmospheric alleys allows visitors to immerse themselves in Lyon's medieval charm while learning about its fascinating history from knowledgeable guides.

Cyclists can also pedal along the banks of the Rhône and Saône rivers, enjoying panoramic views of the city's landmarks, including the iconic Fourvière Basilica and the modern Confluence district. The city's extensive network of bike paths makes it easy to navigate Lyon's diverse neighborhoods, from the bustling Presqu'île peninsula to the bohemian Croix-Rousse district.

For those interested in Lyon's culinary delights, bike tours often include stops at local markets, bakeries, and bouchons, traditional Lyonnais restaurants, where visitors can sample regional specialties such as quenelles, saucisson, and tarte aux pralines. These culinary experiences provide a taste of Lyon's renowned gastronomic scene and offer insight into the city's rich culinary heritage.

Bike tours in Lyon cater to a variety of interests and fitness levels, with options ranging from leisurely rides along the riverbanks to more challenging routes through the surrounding countryside. Whether exploring the city's historic landmarks, soaking in its scenic vistas, or indulging in its culinary delights, biking offers an immersive and enjoyable way to experience Lyon's unique charms. With its flat terrain, well-marked bike paths, and bike-sharing programs, Lyon is a cyclist's paradise, inviting visitors to pedal their way through this dynamic and vibrant city.

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In Lyon, bike tours cost on average $51 based on our research of 19 different tours. Many of these tours offer varying activities, add extra services, and last different lengths of time, so it's not always possible to compare every option equally. Also, the highly rated options tend to cost a bit more on average.

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One of the best ways to explore the city of Lyon is undoubtedly to go on two wheels. In these lines I tell you some of the best plans for cycling around the city.

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One of the best things to see and do in Lyon is definitely to sign up for a good bike tour, because what better way to get to know a city than by bike? In the case of Lyon, this experience allows you to enjoy the architecture and history of the city without having to walk.

During the tour you will not only get to see the city from a different perspective, but you will also have the opportunity to stay as long as you want to visit the highlights of Lyon. In addition, the bike tour is also a great way to discover the culinary culture of Lyon.

1. Tour Lyon by bike from the gates of the old town

This cycling experience in Lyon from the gates of the old city will take you to discover the architectural treasures and historical monuments hidden inside the city. You will meet your tour guide at the Porte de la Guillotière, where the ride will begin and continue to Vieux Lyon .

This is one of the best bike tours in Lyon because it also takes you to see places like the Quartier Saint-Jean and Place Bellecour . But you will also have the opportunity to stop at other places of cultural and tourist interest in the city of Lyon such as the Saint-Jean Cathedral , the Palais de la Paix, the Place de la Reine and the Palais Saint-Pierre.

Details of interest

• Price : To sign up for this bike tour of Lyon from the ancient city gates, you will have to pay around 25 euros per person.
• Duration : The tour lasts approximately 3 hours.
• Means of transport : The whole tour is completed by bike and you will have to make your own way to the meeting point.
• Advantages of this option : Bike rental and the company of an expert guide are included.
• Disadvantages of this option : Personal expenses, drinks and meals are not included.

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2. One day tour of Lyon by bike

This is undoubtedly one of the best activities you can do in Lyon because it is a day tour that takes you around the city by bike to enjoy not only the urban area of the city but also its green areas and nature. You will ride through the old city, and you will have the opportunity to get lost in its narrow streets and passages.

The route is of medium difficulty, and is out of the common places of bike tours, so it is a good choice whether you have already been to Lyon, or if you just know the city. Your guide will also give you detailed information on local history and culture . Throughout the experience you will have a support vehicle to ensure the safety of you and your companions on the tour.

• Price : You will have to pay between 50 and 60 euros per person to participate in this experience.
• Duration : The tour is a full day tour, so you will be on the route for approximately eight hours.
• Means of transportation : The entire tour is completed by bicycle, although you will also have a support vehicle along the way.
• Advantages of this option : The tour guide's company is included, as well as the bicycle rental.
• Disadvantages of this option : Personal expenses are not included, nor are meals and drinks along the way.

3. Electric bike tour in Lyon with food tasting

On this electric bike tour of Lyon you will be accompanied by a professional guide who will not only take you through some of the main streets of the city , but also tell you why they are so charming, as well as help you learn about the history and cultural details of the city.

During this excursion you will also have the opportunity to taste some typical local dishes in certain restaurants in Lyon, so this experience could also be included among the best gastronomic tours in Lyon . Some of the exquisite dishes that you will have the opportunity to taste during the tour are boards of local products such as cheese and sausages ; as well as more elaborate ones such as duck à l'orange or tartiflette.

• Price : To live this experience you will have to pay between 50 and 100 euros per person.
• Duration : This tour will take about 4 hours.
• Means of transport : The whole tour is completed on board an electric bicycle.
• Advantages of this option : The electric bicycles are included in the price of the excursion. Lunch stop and some refreshments during the tour are included.
• Disadvantages of this option : Food and beverage prices are not included except for those included in the trip specifications.

4. Wine tour of the Lyon region by bike

If you are a wine lover this is one of the best experiences you can have in Lyon, and it is definitely a plan you should include in your Lyon itinerary in 3 days . This is a guided tour and bike tour that will take you to see the main vineyards of the Lyon region . You will see the vineyards, meet the winemakers and learn about wine production techniques and processes.

Of course, along the way you will have the opportunity to park your bike and enter a winery to taste the local wines. It is certainly one of the best wine tours in Lyon because it stops at about 4 or 5 wineries, where you will enjoy tastings. Beaujolais Villages, Mâcon Village and Saint-Amour are some of the wine options you will taste . At a certain point of the experience you will have time to stop for lunch.

• Price : This tour can cost approximately €110 per person.
• Duration : The tour is planned to last a whole day.
• Means of transportation : You will travel on an electric bicycle during the whole tour, although you will have to get to the meeting point on your own.
• Advantages of this option : The tour guide is included and will show you the best traditional and local wines. The visit to the wineries and vineyards is included.
• Disadvantages of this option : Meals and beverages are not included, except those specified in the tour.

5. Tour of Lyon's historic districts by bike

Although you can also get to know the historic districts of the city by hopping on a Lyon sightseeing bus , you will definitely find the cycling experience incredible. You will climb aboard a bike and ride with your guide and the rest of your team to Lyon's historic neighborhoods such as Vieux Lyon, Croix-Rousse , Fourvière, Bellecour and Presqu'île.

Your guide will tell you everything you want to know about the architectural styles that blend in these neighborhoods , as well as the many medieval and modern buildings that converge within them. In the Fourvière district you will have the opportunity to visit the castle, from where you will have a beautiful panoramic view of the city.

Interesting details

• Price : You will have to pay for this experience around 50 euros per person.
• Duration : It will take you between 3 and 4 hours to complete the whole tour.
• Means of transportation : During the whole trip you will be on board of a bicycle, however, you have to get on your own to the starting point.
• Advantages of this option : All safety measures are included. The company of a tour guide is also included. Bottled water is provided along the way.
• Disadvantages of this option : You need to be in good physical shape to enjoy the tour. Bike rental is not included, so you will have to rent a bike or bring your own.

6. Tour of the main attractions of the city of Lyon by bike

In this experience you will have the opportunity to go to know each of the most interesting places of the city of Lyon aboard a bicycle . It is different from other tours because you will go inside places such as the Cathedral of Our Lady of Fourvière, the Park of the Three Gorges and the Jardin des Plantes .

Also during the tour you will have the opportunity to cross the historical bridges of the city aboard your bike. You will see and take many pictures of the Saint-Georges Bridge , the Saint-Paul Bridge and the Saint-Clair Bridge.

• Price : To participate in this activity you will have to pay between 35 and 50 euros per person.
• Duration : It will take you about 3 to 4 hours to complete this experience.
• Means of transport : The whole tour is completed by bicycle, although you will have to reach the starting point on your own.
• Advantages of this option : Bicycle rental is included as well as the accompaniment of a tour guide. Some entrance fees to tourist sites of interest are included.
• Disadvantages of this option : Personal expenses and meals and drinks during the tour are not included. The cost of lunch is not included.

7. Lyon Gastronomy Bike Tour

During this experience on two wheels you will have the opportunity to go and get to know the gastronomy of Lyon, taking a ride through some of the typical dishes of French cuisine . In the middle of this tour your tour guide will take you to taste foods such as Reblochon cheese, onion soup or veal Provencal style. You will also have the opportunity to eat traditional desserts such as tomato flan and tarte tatin .

In order to savor the French cuisine in Lyon, your guide will take you to visit amazing places in the city such as its main markets, including the Les Halles Paul Bocuse Market . While he takes you to taste typical French food, he will tell you a little about the cultural influence in the city. Places you'll see include the area around the Saône River , the museum of Lyon's treasures and the Saint-Jean Cathedral.

• Price : You can participate in this tour by paying a price starting from €60 per person.
• Duration : The tour will last approximately 2 to 3 hours.
• Means of transportation : The whole tour is completed by bicycle, although you have to get to the meeting point on your own.
• Advantages of this option : The tour generally includes a tour guide, bicycle rental and tasting of typical dishes. A visit to the markets of Lyon is also included. You will be able to choose the vegan option for your French gastronomy tour.
• Disadvantages of this option : Transportation to the tour meeting point is not included. Refreshments and snacks are not included.

8. Tour along the Saône River by bicycle

This is a special tour because it allows you to leave the city of Lyon to take a bike ride along the trails of the Saona River . During this tour you will live a unique experience of connection with nature , but also with the culture and history of the place.

One of the experiences that you will value the most during this tour is the opportunity to appreciate a panoramic view of the fields, lakes, mountains and forests that are located around the river. But not everything will be nature during this tour, you will also have the opportunity to visit historical sites such as the Church of San Juan Bautista, the Castle of Vilardida and the Archaeology Museum .

• Price : You will have to pay between 20 and 30 euros per person to participate in the tour.
• Duration : It can take around 3 hours to complete this tour.
• Means of transport : During the whole activity you will travel by bicycle.
• Advantages of this option : This tour includes the company of a tour guide and the rental of the bicycles. Bicycle maintenance costs are also included.
• Disadvantages of this option : Meals and beverages are not included, nor are personal expenses.

9. Tour of the old city of Lyon by bike

This bike tour will take you to know the old city of Lyon from a historical and cultural perspective thanks to your tour guide who will tell you everything you need to know about it. Among the places you will see during the tour are the Saint Jean Cathedral, the Saint-Paul Church, the Place des Terreaux , the Tête d'Or Gardens, the Saône River, the Parc de la Tête d'Or and Barbe Island.

On this guided tour you will not only have the opportunity to see and photograph the old city, but you will also see all the beauty and tranquility that the beautiful landscapes of the old city of Lyon have to offer. This is one of those tours that I recommend you to do even if you are staying in Lyon for only one day .

• Price : A tour of the old city of Lyon generally costs between €40 and €60 per person.
• Duration : The tour can last approximately 3 to 4 hours.
• Means of transport : The entire tour is completed by bicycle, although you will have to make your own way to the meeting point.
• Advantages of this option : This tour includes bike rental, a professional guide, a support vehicle, as well as bike maintenance and repair.
• Disadvantages of this option : Entrance fees to tourist sites are not included. Additional expenses and expenses related to food and beverages are not included.

10. Tour of Lyon's art museums by bike

You will love this bike tour of Lyon because it will allow you to visit the art museums of the city. During the tour you will be able to see and get to know up to six of the most famous museums in the city. In fact, it is one of those experiences that you have to do if you go to Lyon with children .

Among the museums you will see on this bike tour are the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Museum des Confluences, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art , the Museum de la Soierie and the Museum of Natural History. Within each of these you will have the opportunity to take a guided tour for an additional fee.

• Price : The tour can have an approximate price of about 30 euros per person, while the price of the entrance tickets to the museums may vary according to the policies of each one, although in general you will have to pay around 10 euros.
• Duration : The tour is a full day tour, so it will take you about eight hours to complete.
• Means of transportation : The entire tour is completed by bicycle, although you will have to get to the meeting point on your own.
• Advantages of this option : Tour guide through the city is included. Bicycle rental is included.
• Disadvantages of this option : Entrance fees to museums are not included. Guided tours inside the museums are not included. Transportation to the starting point and back to the hotel is not included.

Tips for a bike tour in Lyon

• Dress according to the season and ask before going on a tour, what kind of landscapes you are going to see to know how to dress and if it is necessary to use sunscreen or creams against insects.
• Even if you are accompanied by a tour guide and safety equipment , make sure that everything is in order regarding the bicycle and all its components.
• Always carry enough water and a map, even if you are taking a guided tour with a bicycle tour expert .

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Via rhona | geneva - lyon - 6 days.

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This is an exciting bike tour along the Rhone River that France-Bike, your partner for high quality bike vacation in France has created for you. When conjuring up images of the Rhone valley, the first thing that comes to mind is that of lush green vineyards nestled into rolling hills, secretive Alpine forests on the banks of crystal clear mirror lakes, small traditional French villages with the scent of fresh local cheeses and wines and stories of bandits hidden amongst the fortified castle walls. However, it's not just an imaginary image, this is the Rhone. Whilst leisurely gliding beside the river at your own relaxed pace, you will have the time to be engulfed in nature and deafened by the silence against the incredible backdrop of the Alps, enjoying it all on quiet, easy-going cycle lines. The river itself is the most important part of the area as it not only provides the environment's lushness that will take your breath away, but is historically important for tradesmen. Vincent Van Gogh even took the time to paint it. You will also enjoy many family activities on your cycle trip, as you meet local farmers and wine producers, visit the beautiful and important castles, churches and caves, and learn about the local history from the Bronze Age to Roman ruins, from the Dukes of Savoy to local bandits and highwaymen, before taking part in water sports, or picnicking on the river banks. Activities perfect for you and your family. In the evenings you will enjoy a peaceful meal of only the juiciest, plumpest local produce. The accommodation is just as special, traditional cozy French character whose proud patrons passionately work with the environment to support their valley in staying green. Something you will also be contributing to on your pollution-free bicycles. As you daydream along the beautiful green and colorful floral surroundings, you will hardly believe that such a beautiful part of France is harmoniously nestled between the two dynamic and innovative cities of Geneva and Lyon where you will begin and end your trip. Both cities are modern and exciting and bursting with culture and history and you wander the fascinating old quarters.

Day 1: Arrival in Geneva After checking into your hotel, you may spend your first day strolling around the beautiful Geneva Lake, one of the largest lakes in Western Europe with incredible surrounding scenery. Despite being a lively and one of the most important European cities, Geneva can also offer you an afternoon of tranquility in its Botanical Gardens, renowned for its botanical conservation. Stroll through the rock gardens and greenhouses which house species from all over the world before taking a sunset cruise on the lake. Day 2: Geneva > Seyssel, ~61 km During breakfast, you will be met by our guide at your hotel, at 9am, who will brief you on your itinerary and give you all the necessary equipment for your trip. The highlights of your route include cycling along the infamous Rhone River, admiring the heart-warming views over the charming wine-making villages of Dardagny and Satigny, and frolicking around intimidating forts. Conquer the westernmost point of Switzerland by bike at the village of Chancy and then cross the border into France. Unmissable here is the Fort de l’Ecluse, founded by a Duke of Savoy, which is an elevated fort, built out of a striking rock formation and a natural entrance of the Rhone Valley into France between the Vauche hills and the Jura. Your home for the night is in Seyssel, a small “double-town” in both the Haut-Savoie (Upper Savoy) and the Ain departments on the Rhone River located between two dams. Day 3: Seyssel > Champagneux, ~52 or 76 km En route to your daily destination, you can enjoy lunch by the Canal de Savieres in the chocolate-box village of Chanaz, nicknamed the Little Venice of Savoie, or you can enjoy a short cruise along the canal, ending up at the Lac du Bourget, France's largest and deepest lake surrounded by mountains, before heading back to Chanaz and continuing on your trip. Finally, you will arrive in Belley, a Roman town where you can try its famous homemade cheeses with names that sound as lush as the forests. Day 4: Champagneux > Pérouges, ~68 km or 88 km Make a stop in the village of Saint Genix sur Guiers, where you can discover the legend of the bandit Captain Louis Mandrin, the French version Robin Hood, who waged war on the unpopular Farmers General tax collectors and gained support from the local people in the region. Then you ride on to the small community of Balme-les-Grottes, with its fantastic underground grottoes where you will be enchanted by the site which has been inhabited since prehistoric times. The caves were used as a sacrificial altar and later made into a chapel by Francois I. You will find a lake, several pools, rock formations, a 35 meter high porch and a dinosaur exhibition. You will later visit the historically rich village of Vertrieu and see its 12th Century fortified house, and imagine that you too, were one of its guardsmen watching the boatmen bringing stone along the river to Lyon. You will also visit the stunning 18th Century castle settled on the banks of the Rhone. Day 5: Pérouges > Lyon, ~43 or 59 km After your final day of cycling, you will finish your trip in the great city of Lyon, a UNESCO world heritage site since 1998, once famed for silk weaving. Here you can stop at the Parc de la Tete d'Or (The Golden Head Park), which is France's largest urban park and whose zoo you can visit. Later, take the cable car ride up to visit the Notre-Dame de Fourviere basilica on the hill, with spectacular views of the city. Then walk down to see the medieval cathedral and thriving old town. Day 6: Departure from Lyon or extra nights Individual departure after breakfast. There are many trains from Lyon back to Geneva.

5 nights in carefully chosen 3*** and 2** hotels and chambre d'hotes 5x breakfast 5x tourist tax 2x dinner (3 course menu) luggage transport from Geneva to Lyon welcome briefing in the first hotel detailed road book and maps GB, FR GPS on request (subject to availability) service hotline

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• twin room 910 €
• double room 910 €
• single room 1245 €

additional services

• extra night, single BnB, Lyon 120 €
• extra night, single BnB, Geneva 190 €
• extra night, double BnB, Lyon 75 €
• extra night, double BnB, Geneva 110 €
• transfer rental bike after tour 25 €
• transfer electric bike after tour 35 €
• rental bike 125 €
• gravel bike 135 €
• electric bike 210 €
• own bike 0 €

self-guided tour - 6 days / 5 nights minimum 2 riders dates arrival every Sunday 01.04.-15.10.2024 ' arrival any day' possible with 4 persons, but never on Fridays route (2): ~225-284 km/140-177 miles flat and sometimes hilly how to get there by car: motorway to Geneva by train: station Geneva by plane: airport Geneva parking on request departure individual departure from Lyon, rental bike return transport 25 €/bike and 35 €/e-bike extra nights can be booked in Geneva and Lyon, prices on request

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ViaRhôna, from Geneva to Lyon by bike

A cycling trip along the rhône in switzerland and france.

© Christian Martelet - Auvergne Rhône-Alpes Tourisme

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Lake Geneva, one of the largest lakes in Europe Geneva: the old town, the cathedral and the Bastions Park Seyssel, one of the oldest towns in the Rhône valley The vineyards of Savoie Bugey and the local gastronomy The fortified city of Pérouges, ranked among the Most Beautiful Villages of France Lyon, the city of two hills, famous for its gastronomy

From Lake Geneva to Lyon by bike via the ViaRhôna

Enjoy a great week cycling through the valleys of the alps and the bugey. the viarhôna offers a route in the middle of nature offering lakes, waterfalls, forests ... the vineyards and the local gastronomy guarantee great moments of conviviality after the effort..

The great ViaRhôna cycling route takes you on a trip through history. A medium of exchange for millennia, numerous traces of civilizations are present on its shores and represent a very rich historical and religious heritage. The Larina archaeological site , a vast rural domain from the end of Antiquity and the site of the Colombier dating from the Neolithic era are the witnesses that justify the name of River of Civilizations given to the Rhône.

Departing from Geneva and Lake Geneva , let yourself be seduced by this city for an afternoon. The old town , the cathedral or the Bastions Park contribute to the many charms of the watchmaking town. On the side of nature it’s also the gateway to the Alps . It offers sumptuous panoramas on Mont-Blanc and Lake Geneva . On the lake, you find cruises that take you on a discovery of flora and fauna to extend your stay in the city.

By bike along the Rhône river you ride peacefully through the snow-capped peaks of the Alps , passing in particular at the foot of the Grand Colombier pass, made famous by the Tour de France. In a landscape of small mountains, forests and meadows emerge the vineyards of Savoie Bugey . Take the opportunity to stop at a wine estate for a tasting!

The villages you pass through have retained their authenticity. Let yourself be seduced by the charm of Seyssel, a major place of navigation since antiquity, and of Chanaz nicknamed the little Venice of Savoy because of the presence of the Savière canal.

The Bugey region has many farmers present in the markets , where fragrant and colorful stalls await you. Stop to taste the Bresse poultry , the quenelles with Nantua sauce or the famous cheeses such as Morbier , Comté or Bleu de Gex . The terroir of the Rhône valley is full of gastronomic treasures just waiting to be devoured!

During this cycling trip on the ViaRhôna , we offer you a detour through Pérouges . This village , fortified by its double-walled wall, hides superb medieval architecture . During an evening stroll, you can notice the uneven pebbles covering the soils of the Dombes. Its cobbled streets and half-timbered houses adorned with mullioned windows offer a real historical immersion . Formerly a city of weavers, today it has become a landmark for merchants and artisans.

Leasure: You occasionally or regularly ride your bike and have experience in cycling for a whole day. You enjoy discovering new territories in a leisurely way. You can ride up to 35 to 55 km a day on relatively flat routes.

Fit: You regularly ride and/or practice a sport. You are accustomed to traveling by bike or wish to try it out. Your physical condition allows you to cover a minimum of 45 to 70 km per day with a little bit of steep routes.

From ANNEMASSE to LYON

Meeting with our local guide.

Before your first ride, we invite you to meet one of our guides, at your place of departure. A time of exchange, a privileged moment to give you our last practical tips, must-see places and experiences, to answer all your questions, take care of your bike fitting to begin your trip.

From ANNEMASSE to COLLONGES, VIA GENÈVE 52km 656m Leasure: You occasionally or regularly ride your bike and have experience in cycling for a whole day. You enjoy discovering new territories in a leisurely way. You can ride up to 35 to 55 km a day on relatively flat routes. ">

From collonges to chanaz 53km 555m fit: you regularly ride and/or practice a sport. you are accustomed to traveling by bike or wish to try it out. your physical condition allows you to cover a minimum of 45 to 70 km per day with a little bit of steep routes. ">.

Your itinerary takes you between mountains and valleys and offers you incredible views of the Rhône and its surroundings. During your ride you can admire the waterfalls and lakes lodged between ridges and plateaus. Despite the difference in level of this sporting stage, you enjoy stopping from time to time to discover the local gastronomy and the authentic small towns such as Culoz or Chanaz which punctuate the mountain of Bugey.

From CHANAZ to CHAMPAGNEUX 36km 219m Leasure: You occasionally or regularly ride your bike and have experience in cycling for a whole day. You enjoy discovering new territories in a leisurely way. You can ride up to 35 to 55 km a day on relatively flat routes. ">

You ride in the Bugey region. You immerse yourself in a very natural and varied landscape between the majestic Rhône, the Grand Colombier massif and the Lavours marsh. You reach Champagneux and Mont Tournier which majestically dominates the Rhône.

From CHAMPAGNEUX to VILLEBOIS 61km 234m Leasure: You occasionally or regularly ride your bike and have experience in cycling for a whole day. You enjoy discovering new territories in a leisurely way. You can ride up to 35 to 55 km a day on relatively flat routes. ">

You cycle through the Pays de Lhuis which presents a wide variety of landscapes: the Haut-Rhône plain, mountainous foothills, generous vineyards. You then ride on the lands of North Isère. Here, through mountains and forests, superb ponds, lakes or marshes are revealed. Discover the village of Morestel, known as the village of painters, whose light has inspired many artists.

From VILLEBOIS to PEROUGES 38km 277m Easy: You occasionally ride your bike to relax and enjoy yourself, on your own or with family and friends. The open air and the gentle transportation the bike offers are a good way to recharge your batteries. Ideal for families with children. You cycle 25 to 40 km a day on flat routes. ">

You cycle along the Rhône to Saint-Sorlin-en-Bugey. From there, through the countryside, you head towards Pérouges. This ancient city of weavers keeps behind its ramparts a beautiful medieval architecture. It is classified among the most beautiful villages of France.

You cross the Pont de Lagnieu to take the direction of the Grottes de la Balme, a labyrinth sheltering underground lakes, stalactites and stalagmites or even an amphitheater of small basins. Allow 1 hour for a self-guided visit.

From PEROUGES to LYON 48km 194m Leasure: You occasionally or regularly ride your bike and have experience in cycling for a whole day. You enjoy discovering new territories in a leisurely way. You can ride up to 35 to 55 km a day on relatively flat routes. ">

This stage takes you to the great metropolis of Lyon. Beautiful cycling facilities allow you to make your way to the old quarters pleasantly. The city has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1998. Upstream, this route allows you to enjoy the Grand Parc de Miribel-Jonage during the day, a historic site born from the development of the Miribel and Jonage canals. The park covers 2,200 hectares, including 350 hectares of water bodies. It is a pleasure to cross this extraordinary natural space by bike.

End of stay after breakfast.

Comfort Range

Our quality standard at Abicyclette. This type of accommodation includes 2 and 3 stars hotels. Depending on the itinerary, you might spend some nights in approved guesthouses. You enjoy a double bedroom with private bathroom and toilet and adapted welcome for you and your bikes.

Hôtel Novotel Annemasse Centre  ANNEMASSE

Chambre et table d’hôtes la Colonie   COLLONGES

Chambre d’hôtes et restaurant Le Doux Nid  CHANAZ

Hôtel restaurant les Bergeronnettes  CHAMPAGNEUX

Chambres d’hôtes A deux pas du Rhéby   VILLEBOIS

Hostellerie Du Vieux Perouges  PEROUGES

Hôtel du Simplon   LYON

Starting from 1175€/participant in Self Guided option | See detailed prices

Essential Range

You want to enjoy your itinerary without anything fancy. Our ”essential” range offers a simple accommodation for a good night’s rest in a simple hotel, guesthouse, rest house or hostel.

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Privilege Range

Opt for total comfort in charming 3 and 4 star hotels which offer all the services you need and a special welcome for you and your bikes.

Price includes

• Accommodation: 7 nights in a Double room
• 7 breakfasts
• Luggage transfer
• Phone assistance 24/7
• Access to our exclusive travel application to follow your route, inform you about places of interest, restaurants, facilitate your assistance in case of emergency, find all your travel documents and our practical advice.
• Application fee
• Loan of a Bicycle GPS uploaded with full itinerary of the trip
• Cycling practical guide including cycling maps, restaurant recommendations for lunch & dinner
• Day 1 : A personalized greeting with our team at the beginning of the trip to receive your travel documents

Price does not include

• bike rental (see option)
• Breakfast on day 1
• Dinners not included in "Price includes"
• Drinks, visits & other personal expenses

Homemade and fully tested itineraries

• Routes selected for their cycling and touristic interest entirely tested and away from traffic
• Accomodations selected for their hospitality, atmosphere, services and quality meals
• A flexible organisation to suit you needs and wishes: You choose the date you want to you leave on! We check the availability of each accomodation to make sure it is possible.

Close assistance

• One of our guides greets you on your first day . He will hand out all the needed documents for the trip (hotel vouchers, maps of the area,GPS, practical guide), get you settled on your bikes (for rental bikes).
• Phone assistance,  you can reach the Abicyclette team whenever you need
• A Luggage transfer service which respects your hours of rest (we pick them up after 10:00 and deliver them before 16:00)

Follow your itinerary anyway you like – modern, practical, traditional

• We loan you a GPS so that you can easily follow your itinerary without having to look for your way around (bike support included)
• A practical cycling guide with all the useful information (addresses, highlights for the day,  topo maps,  and touristic information)

You can also

• Rent a high end quality bike for real comfort, cycling pleasure and reliability a long trip requires.
• Suscribe to a Cancelation or Multi Risk insurance policy which cover you in case something unexpected comes up.

On our guided tours (for groups on demand), we accompany you every step of the way

• One of our state qualified instructor and professional cycling guide accompanies you every step of the way
• Full board (all meals covered unless asked otherwise)
• A picnic buffet set up for lunch with a wide choice of fresh and local produce

We offer a high-end bike rental service. Our bikes are suited for road and gravel road long-distance cycling. Fully equipped and highly reliable, they are faithful travel companions.

Getting here

Departure city : annemasse.

Coming by car

• at 5h15 from PARIS
• at 6h from BORDEAUX
• at 1h45 from LYON

Arrival city : LYON

• at 4h30 from PARIS
• at 5h30 from BORDEAUX
• at 0h from LYON

Coming by train

• Lyon train station - 2h from Paris

*Parking: Since many of our clients travel by train or plane, we do not include parking in our packages. In addition, many accommodations don’t have the capacity to park a vehicle for the duration of your cycling vacation. So if you’re planning to arrive by car, we suggest you check parking options when you make your reservation. If you reserve a parking space at the first or last accommodation of your stay, you must pay the accommodation provider on site.

* Abicyclette Voyages accompanies you on demand, including transportation solutions.

How to get back to the starting point

• By train from Lyon to Geneva in 2h (hotline)
• Return by car in 1h45 to your starting point
• Private shuttle: see detailed fares or contact us

Recommended equipment

• Hybrid Bike or Touring Bike or Gravel Bike
• 18 to 30-speed transmission
• 26- to 29-inch wheels
• Tires: 35 to 42 section, reinforced against punctures
• Disc brakes recommended
• 2 bottle cages
• Front and rear lighting

Clothing and equipment

• Helmet ( supplied with bike rental unless otherwise specified locally )
• 1 bike mount for smartphone to use the mobile route planner application
• bib, shorts or tights: elastic and breathable, to facilitate movement and wick away perspiration
• Breathable T-shirts, synthetic or merino wool
• Breathable windbreaker
• Thermal or fleece jacket
• Waterproof jacket
• 1 pair of sunglasses
• 1 pair of cycling shoes
• 1 backpack or 1 or 2 carrier bags
• 1 or 2 water bottles ( supplied with bike rental in France )
• 1 lock ( supplied with bike rental )
• 1 pair of gloves or mittens, depending on season and destination
• Padded bib (chamois)
• High-visibility vest or fluorescent belt
• Neck warmer and cap

Bike maintenance

• Emergency repair kit: 2 or 3 inner tubes, patches, pump, tire levers, multi-tools
• Maintenance kit: rag, oil, brake pads
• A suitcase for your belongings carried in the vehicle (limited to one per person)
• Street clothes
• 1 pair of evening shoes
• Fleece jacket for the evening
• Toiletry bag
• Telephone and charger

Duration 8 days and 7 nights

Departure date From March 15th to November 8th

Destination Alps La ViaRhôna I EV17

Themes Greenways & Canals Electric bike trips Fine wine & Dining

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You will cycle through a hilly area, you will encounter regularly inclinesr and sometimes a tough climb where you get off. It is also possible that the daily distances are sometimes a bit longer. Some cycling experience uphill is desirable, even when cycling with an e-bike. The daily distance span from 30 to 75 km.

The terrain is slightly hilly. You will encounter a short incline from time to time or maybe one or two heavy stages. With an e-bike and some cycling experience you should easily be able to handle this level. Daily distances span 50-75 km.

Level 1 Easy Our easiest trips. Well suited for beginners, seniors and families, who are looking for a relaxed cycling event. Flat routes with sometimes a gentle slope. Short distances; not more than 35 km/21 miles per day. There’s still enough time ‘to smell the flowers’. Often trips along rivers and seashores like the Loire river or the Atlantic Coast. Level 2 Easy to moderate These trips, for the ones who are cycling now and then, are a bit more challenging. Still these cycle adventures remain relaxed holidays. The steep slopes are short, while the longer slopes are not so steep. The landscape varies from flat land to gently hills. The distances, which are not more than 50 km/31 mi, make the cycling days a bit longer. Level 3 Moderate These are trips for more sportive people who are cycling regularly and having a good condition. The slopes are longer and steeper, the daily distances mostly between 50 km/31 miles and 65 km/40 miles. There are more challenging days during these holidays. Often these trips are taken place in the more hilly and a bit mountainous regions.. Level 4 Moderate to streneous  For those who want to search for their cycling limits and have a splendid condition. Some big climbs, long and demanding distances (mainly more than 65 km/40 miles) makes those trips a challenging event.  Those cycle adventures are taken place in the more mountainous regions of France. Level 5 Streneous These challenging adventures are only for the experienced cyclists who have done those kinds of longer and strenuous trips before. The combination of long daily distances with regularly steep climbs are making these challenges great for the ‘tough few’.

ViaRhôna - from Geneva to Lyon

Bike Tour: ViaRhôna - from Geneva to Lyon - 7 days

Take your bike and discover the Via Rhôna ! From Lake Geneva in Switzerland to the Mediterranean Sea, follow a route that has been used by successive civilizations for over 2,000 years. Wonderful landscapes, towns, authentic villages, impressive nature, vineyards and delicious gastronomy await you along the way! 

Start this great cycling trip from the cosmopolitan city of Geneva . Follow the ViaRhôna that meanders through the mountains and valleys of the Upper Rhône. Bike through the breathtaking landscapes of the Savoie and the Bugey: mountains, lakes, gorges... and pass typical old villages before you finish in the elegant historic city of Lyon .

Please take note we offer the flexibility to combine several stages for this adventure. 

• Accommodation
• Bike rental
• Practical info
• Arrival info

Arrive in Geneva and settle in at your hotel. Take the time to discover this beautiful Swiss city, known as the "capital of peace" with its humanitarian traditions, it will seduce you with its international charm and its old town offering a wide choice of delicious restaurants. Enjoy a pleasant stroll along banks of Lake Geneva. 

Your first bike ride takes you from Switzerland to France along the Rhone, you will discover the "Défilé de l'Écluse" and then the first vineyards between mountains and valleys, while keeping in view the sumptuous mountains of the Alps. This part of the trip will be on busier roads, but the rest of the week it will be much quieter. You will spend the night in the charming little town of Seyssel, on the banks of the river. 

You also have the possibility to take the train to Seyssel and start your bike trip the day after if you want to avoid this first stage with busy roads! 

Challenge: 59.9km, 677m ascent, 804m descent

Leave Seyssel and cycle between ridges and plateau on both banks of the Rhone. Arrival in Chanaz, also called "La Petite Venise Savoyarde", enjoy a pleasant break in one of the charming restaurants along the canal of Savières. Continue on towards Culoz and Belley, peaceful small towns with a rich heritage that punctuate the Bugey mountain range. Continue your journey, through beautiful natural surroundings to arrive in the region of Champagneux. 

Challenge: 54.5km, 528m ascent, 539m descent

Today you pass through Saint-Genix-sur-Guiers, for the ‘gourmets’, we advise you to stop to taste the famous brioche pralines! Further on, a little detour to the village of Glandieu will allow you to refresh yourself by its majestic waterfall, a wonder of nature. Next you will arrive in Morestel, stroll through the narrow streets of the old town, the city of artists, and maybe visit one of the art galleries. A lovely greenway links "La Vallée Bleue" to Villebois, which is where you’ll stay overnight. 

Challenge: 66.3km, 628m ascent, 635m descent

This ViaRhôna stage takes you through the unspoilt countryside of Burgey above the Rhône. You pass lovely villages this morning : Saint-Sorlin-en-Bugey and Sault-Brénaz, and the more secretive La Balme-les-Grottes, with its great caves and picturesque centre. Your destination will soon be in sight as you approach the hilltop medieval village of Pérouges, labeled one of the most beautiful villages in France.

Challenge: 55.4km, 444m ascent, 418m descent

This last cycle day cleverly links the parks and lakes of Greater Lyon, including Le Grand Large and Miribel-Jonage. Enjoy the magnificent cycle route through central Lyon, along the Rhône’s banks. At the Rhône’s confluence with the Saône, you come to a brand-new quarter marked by contemporary architecture, the most striking building being the Musée des Confluences. Your options for the rest of the day are endless but you can also reward yourselves with a delicious meal in a "petit bouchon", typical restaurant in the city. 

Challenge: 45.9km, 266m ascent, 368m descent

End of your trip after breakfast. We advise you to extend your stay in order to take the time to visit the beautiful city of Lyon.

All accommodations are carefully selected for their location, atmosphere and/or unique services. 

We choose comfortable 2*/3* hotels or B&Bs where all rooms have private en-suite bathrooms and every morning breakfasts are included. 

For this trip you can choose between Comfort and Comfort +. The accommodations for a Comfort+ trip, will be in 3*/4 * hotels wherever possible (supplement applied).

hoteljadegeneva.com

www.hotelseyssel.com

www.gites-de-france-savoie.com

www.adeuxpasdurhone.com/a-deux-pas-du-rheby

www.hotel-la-berangere.com

www.hotel-simplon-lyon.com

hoteldurhone-seyssel.com

www.hotel-bergeronnettes.com

www.hostelleriedeperouges.com

hotel-roosevelt.com

If you don’t bring your own, you can rent a bicycle (hybrid or ebike) from us. You will find your rental bikes waiting for you at your first hotel. The hotel reception staff will give you the keys for your bikes and direct you to the bicycle shed. All bikes are provided with chain locks.  The frame and saddle height are set to your height, although you might want to adjust your saddle to be in the most comfortable position. We also recommend doing a first small test drive of couple of hundred meters to be comfortable with gears, brakes etc. If you have an issue with your bike, you can contact the service provider (name of bike rental in your reservation) directly. Or you can always call us on our emergency phone number.   Our hybrid touring bikes are at least 21-speed gear. You can find all the information regarding our rental bikes below. Experience the advantages of an electric bike on your cycling holiday, particularly when there's a significant gap in ability and experience among cyclists. An e-bike provides a gentle boost up hills, allowing you to easily keep pace with your companions. With a small electric motor and battery, e-bikes make bike trips more achievable, and their batteries can be conveniently charged at hotels. While you still need to pedal, the e-bike significantly reduces the effort required. Familiarity with e-bikes is advised due to their quicker acceleration and heavier build compared to regular bikes, attributed to the electric motor.

Instruction video hybrid bike and e-bike

Please note : Depending on the trip, different models apply

Hybrid bikes

Our hybrid bikes have at least 21-gears with hand brakes. 

The hybrid bikes are very good quality. Depending the trip, different model apply: Scott, Giant, Trek, Koga, ...

Whenever there is a big difference in level of ability, experience the many benefits of an  electric bike on your cycling holiday. An e-bike will help you keep up with your fellow cyclists and give you a gentle boost up hills. An e-bike makes a bike trip more achievable. The e-bikes have a small electric motor and battery, which can be charged at the hotels. You still have to pedal: it just makes pedaling much easier. Some experience with e-bikes is recommended, as the bikes accelerate faster and are heavier than regular bikes because of the electric motor.

The E-bikes are very good quality. Depending on the trip, different models apply: Scott, Giant, Trek, Koga, ...

Racing bikes

For some trips, we can give you the possibility to rent a Racing bike, more details on request.

Tandem bike

For some trips, we can give you the possibility to rent a Tandem bike, suitable for two adults only. More details on request.

Child bikes

For children who are at least 125 cm, we can also arrange bikes (these are 24”or 26” for children that are bigger than 140 cm). The child bikes come with at least 7-gears and hand brakes. The maximum body height for a child’s bike is 155 cm. 

Please note : for some tours, different models apply.

Tag-along bike

A tag-along bike is a good option for children between approx. 100 cm and 125 cm, as they can pedal themselves and at their own pace but don’t have to worry about other traffic.

The tag-along bikes cannot be rented for all our tours

Please note : depending the trip, different models apply.

Child trailer

Child trailers can be rented for a maximum of two children who are up to 100 cm (max. 35 KG in total).

Accessories

All our rental bikes come with a bell.

All our adult bikes come with hand brakes. 

For children older than 30 months (max. 22 kg) it is possible to rent a rear child seat. This is also possible with e-bikes.

For some tours, it is possible to rent a GPS device, more details on request.

Helmets are not mandatory in France (if the cyclist is over 12 years old) but strongly recommended. The helmet is mandatory for children under 12 years. If you rent a bike with us, helmets are included. Please advise us, if you bring along your own.

All our rental bikes come with lights.

All our rental bikes come with a lock.

All our rental bikes come with at least a rear pannier and a front card holder to put the roadbook/maps.

The rental bikes come with regular pedals, so no click-in/SPD pedals. On request we are able to supply these pedals on certain trips.  If you wish to bring your own click-in/SPD pedals, please let us know prior to booking too.

All our bikes come with a quick release system, which makes it very easy to adjust the height of the saddle and the handle bars. 

There is one small puncture kit included, which can be found in the pannier. If a rental bike has another problem, we always advise you to go to a bike repair shop.

Saddles can be adjusted in height. Our saddles don’t come with a gel cover. If you usually cycle with this, we recommend you bring them with you.

French Bike Tours does not provide water bottles. We can also not guarantee that there are bottle holders on the bikes. You will always receive at least 1x pannier, so you can always store your water bottle in your pannier.

General Terms and Conditions

Article 1 Bike Rental Price

The bike rental price is determined by the rates mentioned on the French Bike Tours website at the time of the booking; or as subsequently agreed.

Article 2 Payment

a. The rental price and any other due sums regarding the rental agreement must be paid before the bike is handed over to you.

b. If, for whatever reason, you cannot make use of the bike(s) you have rented, French Bike Tours will not be held responsible for any resulting expenses or damage.

c. In the case of the article 2b, the client remains obliged to pay the full rental price and any other amounts mentioned in the invoice, in accordance with our General Terms and Conditions of Booking, unless the client can prove that his not being able to use the bike was the consequence of a defect that was already present at the beginning of the rental period.

Article 3 Rental Period

a. The rental period runs from the morning of the first cycling day (day 2) to the end of the holiday (last cycling day), as stated in the booking confirmation.

b. Extension of the rental period is possible only after approval by us and according to the (extension) rates as mentioned in article 1.

c. No refunds are possible after the rental period begins. If you return the bike(s) to us before the end of your holiday, the rental agreement will automatically be terminated and you will not get any of your money back.

d. At the end of the last cycling day of your holiday, the bike(s) must be returned to the hotel from where it was/they were issued, no later than the time stated in the booking confirmation. If you book a one way tour tour you can leave the bike at the last hotel of the trip. 

e. If the bike(s) is /are not returned by the return time stated in the booking confirmation, we will continue to charge you rent until such time as the bike(s) is/are returned to us or is/are received by us. In the event of late return, the rates as mentioned in article 1 will continue to apply, plus a fine of €25 per day. We also reserve the right to demand payment for any costs and/or damages suffered by us due to late return of our rental bike(s).

f. Notwithstanding the preceding paragraph, in the event of late return of our rental bikes, we reserve the right to dissolve the rental agreement without judicial intervention and immediately claim back our bicycles where ever they may be and from whomever has them. French Bike Tours also holds this right in the event that the client does not comply with any of the other conditions stated in this rental agreement.

Article 4 Improper Use

a. The bicycle(s) may only be used for its/their intended purpose and only by the cyclists listed in the rental agreement.

b. The bike(s) must be returned to us in the same (clean!) state in which you received it/them.

c. You must take excellent care of the bicycle(s), as if it/they were your own. You must take every precaution against damage, loss or theft.

d. The bicycle may not be used on the beach; or on sandy paths in the dunes unless a paved path is unavailable.

Article 5 Damage, Loss and Theft

The renter will be held responsible for damages to or loss of the bicycle(s) or parts of it, as well as bicycle keys and chains and locks, for such an amount as is determined by us according to standard market prices. You must understand that you are not insured for damage to the bicycle(s) or for any damages to third parties.

Article 6 Costs During the Rental Period

Any charges and taxes regarding the rental bicycle(s), such as fines and ferry tickets, are to be paid by you. You will also be required to pay all costs ensuing from the use of the bicycle(s) such as parking fees, maintenance and repairs. 

6 Nights included

2/3 Star Hotels or 3/4 Star Hotels (supplement applied)

Tourist tax included

All Breakfasts and 1 Dinner-tray on day 4 in Villebois (as no alternatives in the surroundings) included during the trip

Maps and tourist information on all the places of interest

24/7 Bilingual Emergency hotline

Luggage transport to your next accommodations.  Luggage accepted per person: 1 suitcase or travel bag (20 kg maximum)

For time tables and further information check the website of SNCF or rome2rio for all French National trains (SNCF).

We strongly advise you to download the sncf mobile app prior to departure.

If you want to travel on a train with your bike, you can find more information via this link .  

Parking informations on request

We will supply the directions of this trip with a personalized code which gives you access to our travel App.

When you start the tour in Amsterdam, Bruges, Utrecht, Bunnik and Huizen it is possible to rent a GPS device (€ 10 each). GPS tracks are available for all tours

The international Geneva Aéroport is served by a large number of scheduled and low cost airlines. Also, possibility of arrival in Lyon Airport . From Lyon you can take a train to Geneva, see below.

You can get to Geneva by train. On the end of your trip you can take a train from Lyon.

For time tables and further information look at the website of the SBB, the website of SNCF or rome2rio for all French National trains (SNCF).

From Paris to Geneva (approx. 5h15 - 540 km/335 mi) / From Lyon to Geneva (approx. 1h50 - 150 km/93 mi). Acces to driving routes see the website  ViaMichelin .

The accommodation in Champagneux was very pleasant (thanks to the amazing host), thought the town itself wasn’t. We also liked the town of Chanaz, which we passed on one of the days. We found it as a pleasant surprise that the elevation estimates on the website was not accurate. I think almost every day was just half of the elevation, which was very nice. And the tartiflette we had in Seyssel was amazing, and we did go swimming in the river before Perouges.

We had a wonderful 5 days of biking with FBT. The attention to detail from the time we made our first inquiries until the end of the trip was top notch. We asked to modify our tour from their standard tour and those changes were readily accommodated. The bike delivery/pick-up were smooth as well as all the luggage transfers. I highly recommend FBT !

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Rhône Cycle Path I, Geneva – Lyon

From Geneva to Lyon

The seven days of the cycle tour between Geneva and Lyon all have one thing in common: the Rhône! France’s water-richest river accompanies you every day, and even if when you swap it for sleepy towns and sunflower fields, it will get your attention again in the following stage. First in Switzerland, and then further on in France, you cover 265 kilometres of the Rhône cycle path, which is 880 kilometres long in total. When you arrive in Lyon and the scent of French cuisine fills the streets, you can look back on an eventful cycling holiday.

Between the ‘smallest metropolis in the world’ Geneva and the gourmet capital of Lyon are seven days of cycling and numerous moments of happiness. Everyone finds their own way: some Eurobike customers appreciate the pretty villages and towns of Campagneux or Meximieux. Others are fascinated by the varied nature, which presents itself at its most beautiful on the Rhône. The steep vineyards are an impressive sight! Check out the Rhône Cycle Path!

• French savoir-vivre: As you cross the border from Switzerland to France on the second day, the sweet life begins. Treat yourself to a glass of wine along the route and enjoy life as the French do!
• Views of Mont Blanc: The highest mountain in the Alps greets you on the horizon as you cycle along the Rhône on flat cycle paths.
• Gourmet capital Lyon: In the home town of Paul Bocuse, you can feast in the French way – you should definitely try specialities like gratin dauphinoise, entrecôte or scallops!

Your cycle tour starts in Switzerland, more precisely in Geneva. The cosmopolitan, lively city is the starting point for upcoming days of cycling. The 265 kilometres by bike are spread over five daily stages between 25 and 70 kilometres. The route is almost entirely flat: however, you should expect a few longer climbs on the first and third days.

Tip: Book the connecting tour from Lyon to Orange and give your cycling holiday another eight days!

• Get all information and many more tour tips for our cycle tours on the Rhône .

Itinerary at a glance

Enjoy your stay at the harbour in Geneva with its famous water fontain ‚Jet d’ Eau’ and in the picturesque old part of town of the ‚smallest metropolis in the world’ – with its cosmopolitan flair and brimming with art and vitality.

You leave Geneva and follow the river Rhône through the Défilé de l´Écluse, a narrow river passage through the mountains. Only after just a few kilometres, you cycle along the first vineyards and your gaze fixes on the mountains of the Savoyer Alps and Mont Blanc. Today’s destination is Seyssel, where two suspension bridges connect the pretty houses and squares on the left and right hand-side of the river Rhône.

On either side of the river Rhône vineyards rise up steeply. You however cycle on flat terrain along the riverbank and enjoy the view. We suggest you have your first break in Chanaz with its charming houses dating back to the 15th and 16th century and its restaurants located directly at the edge of the canal. Afterwards the river Rhône breaks up and you follow the Western branch until Champagneux.

Today you cycle on remote country lanes up to the viewing plateau of Rochefort. Past the Château de Mandrin the route leads you through orchards to marvellous panoramic views. Back at the hotel, you can enjoy the sun terrace, the indoor pool or the renowned restaurant with its French delicacies.

The Rhône cycle path takes you directly along the riverbank through the harmonious border scenery between Ain and Isère. In Perrozan you leave the river and cycle through little hamlets with medieval flair until today’s destination the romantic percehd village of Pérouges. Due to its amazing historic village centre, Pérouges is considered one of the most beautiful villages in France.

Todays trip is through the Teichlandscape of Dombres, to the abbey Notre Dame and the Villars de Dombes.

You cycle on remote paths through lush meadows and fields back to the river Rhône. Now you follow the riverbank along the well-constructed cycle path all the way into the centre of Lyon. Since 1998 the old part of town is part of the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage. Marvel at the numerous architectural highlights and enjoy your final evening in one of the countless exquisite restaurants.

Furthermore we recommend the connecting tour from Lyon to Orange.

Nature meets picturesque cities along the Rhône – the view from the Rochefort observation platform is enchanting, as are Champagneux and Lyon. Enjoy the sight of Mont Blanc and French culture with a glass of wine.

Other variations of this tour.

Route Information

On day 1 and day 3 there are a few longer ascents to be tackled. On all other stages the terrain is nearly flat throughout and easy to cycle on. Except for a few interruptions, the Rhône-cycle path is well constructed and it is a perfect example for signposting and routing.

Prices & Dates

Category: 2**-, 3*** hotels, 4****-hotels (French classification)

Services & Information

Further details about this tour.

• Accommodation as already mentioned
• Luggage transfer
• Well developed route
• Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
• GPS-data is available
• Service hotline
• Bike rental, including rental bike insurance

Information

Arrival / Parking / Departure

• Geneva train station
• Geneva airport
• Chargeable parking at the hotel, costs approx. EUR 25 per day, no reservation possible
• Good train connections from Lyon to Geneva

Things to note

• Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price!
• Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here !
• This tour is a partner tour.
• Carefully elaborated route description
• App for navigation and GPS-tracks

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Few countries stir the imagination like France. You may have already pictured yourself bicycling through small villages composed of beautiful stone buildings, quaint cafés, and Romanesque churches that gaze across the valley at each other under the Provençal sun. Perhaps you’ve imagined yourself strolling through the lovely cobblestone streets, or enjoying the local specialties as you fill your senses with the pervading sights and scents of a traditional market. You may have always wanted to look out from atop an impenetrable medieval castle or a luxurious Renaissance château, the entire place resonating with centuries of history, romance and revenge.

Let us help you bring these images alive. At ExperiencePlus! we’ve been leading bicycle and walking tours all over the world since 1972, and we have a number of bicycle tours in France. Travel with us to visit Roman ruins and historic market towns in Provence, explore the royal castles of the Loire Valley, and discover Europe’s best rural cycling roads in the Dordogne River valley. Sample the world’s finest wines in Burgundy and the Côtes du Rhone, and trace Mediterranean history in Corsica. As you experience all of this on our bicycle tours, you’ll enjoy charming and comfortable lodging as well as the wonderful food that draws so many gourmet lovers to France.

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Along the Rhône River from Geneva to Lyon

5 nights 45 miles/day Self guided from EUR € 890 Bike tour in France and Switzerland

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Bike the Rhône River cycle path from Switzerland to France

Ancient navigators first spurred the development of the Rhône river valley, bringing new ideas to a quiet region of fierce natural beauty. Over the centuries, some communities along its banks grew rapidly into sophisticated cities like Lyon and Geneva, who still attract visitors in droves, while others never quite progressed beyond sleepy little outposts. Today, traffic is diverted to highways and railways, leaving the riverbanks in peace and quiet... for cyclists!

The 'Via Rhona' project is a bicycle path connecting Lake Léman (Geneva) to France’s Mediterranean beaches. The project is still a work-in-progress, but it is a huge accomplishment and an incredible boon for the people who love France (and French Switzerland, of course). If you’re dreaming of la bonne vie but are short on time, our five-day cycling itinerary is the perfect fit!

Enjoy a visit to two incredible cultural capitals, Lyon and Geneva, and lead your own way on our cycling journey between them. The route we’ve carefully planned will introduce you to Pérouges, Chanaz, and Seyssel, to name a few of France’s best-kept secrets! Along the way, you’ll uncover countless hidden gems, from towering forts and Roman ruins to shimmering lakes and flower-filled fields. You’re free to stop wherever and whenever you choose — even the smallest hamlets along the Rhône possess nuggets of history, timeless beauty, and a hint of magic.

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Daily program

Day 1: Arrival in Geneva Geneva is easily accessible by car, train, and air — many low-cost carriers stop at the city’s manageably sized airport. You’ll arrive in a cultured and cosmopolitan city with more than enough attractions to fill a day, so you can check in at your hotel in the heart of the city, then head back out to explore. Whether you want to stroll around the city’s beautiful botanical gardens, go shopping for world-famous watches, chocolates, and Swiss knives, or set sail on sparkling Lake Geneva, it’s up to you!

Day 2: Geneva — Seyssel (38 miles/61 km, elevation gain 2,230 ft/680 m, descent 2,690 ft/820 m) You'll be fitted for your bicycles and provided with an itinerary briefing after breakfast, so you’ll be ready to jump on your bikes and ride! This is the toughest day of cycling during the whole tour; with rolling hills, you’ll climb your highest ascent. However, the good news is you’ll get to enjoy plenty of downhill riding (nearly 800 meters/2,625 feet)! The route itself winds its way southwest, across the Swiss border at Chancy into the picturesque wine region of Rhône-Alpes, France, where you will spend the remainder of your tour. There are plenty of reasons to stop along the way: stunning panoramas, striking rock formations, and intriguing ruins, to name a few. Your hotel in Seyssel sits right on the river, providing the perfect spot to give your biking legs a rest. Dinner is included.

Day 3: Seyssel — Champagneux (Short Option: 33 miles/53 km, elevation gain 1,115 ft/340 m, descent 1,082ft/330 m; Long Option via Bugey 48 miles/77 km, elevation gain 2,280 ft/680 m, descent 2,280 ft/680 m) On more level terrain, today’s ride will feel like a picnic compared to the previous day! Consider exploring Chanaz – the 'Little Venice of Savoie' – or park your bikes to try the exquisite local cheeses in the Roman town of Belley. Or, if you are content to add some extra kilometers to the journey, you can also head just off route to enjoy lunch in one of the ancestral wineries on the banks of Lac du Bourget. Whatever you choose, make sure to save a little energy for the climb up to your hotel in Champagneux. Your extra effort will be entirely worth it when you feast your eyes on the incredible valley view — and a delicious dinner.

Day 4: Champagneux — Pérouges (Short option: 42 miles/68 km, elevation gain 1,080 ft/330 m, descent 1,050 feet/320 m; Long option: 55 miles/88 km, elevation gain 1,245 ft/380 m; descent 1,180 ft/360 m) The Rhône River will show you the way through small villages and quiet countryside. In fact, the navigation couldn’t be easier - all you have to do is follow the traffic-free bikeway! From Saint-Sorlin, you’ll leave the Via Rhôna and ride on secondary roads through the rural 'Bugey'. Your destination will soon be in sight as you approach the hilltop medieval village of Perouges, where you’ll stay overnight.

Day 5: Pérouges — Lyon (Short Option 27 miles/43 km, elevation gain 555 ft/170 m, descent: 820 ft/250 m; Long Option 37 miles/60 km, elevation gain 1,050 ft/320 m, descent 1,310 ft/400 m) If you just can’t get enough of France’s pretty villages, you’ll want to opt for the longer route. You’ll leave the path of the Rhône River for a while, but trust us, it’s well worth it! On the other hand, if you’re dreaming of diving right into the food stalls at Les Halles in Lyon, you may follow the Via Rhôna directly into the city. Tonight, you’ll retire your wheels in the hilly neighborhood of La Croix Rousse.

Day 6: Departure After breakfast, depart at the time of your choice. Don't want your tour to end? Maximize your time in Lyon with a short day tour in the 'Capital of the Gauls'.

Surface and terrain

This tour takes place on a variety of terrains, but mainly on the Rhône River cycle paths. Each stage will have some climbing and descents, but the first cycling day from Geneva to Seyssel is by far the most significant of these. On this day, you can expect 2,733 ft of elevation gained and 3,179 feet of descending. On Days 3-5 you have the choice for shorter or longer cycling routes, so please be sure to note the variations in the Daily Program.

These are sample hotels and may vary by availability.

Geneva: Hotel Jade

Seyssel: Hotel Au Fil de l’Eau

Champagneux: Hotel Les Bergeronnettes

Pérouges: Hostellerie du Vieux Pérouges

Lyon: Résidence Belambra Villemanzy

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How to get there

Tour start Nearest airport and train station: Geneva (GVA), Switzerland

Getting from the airport to the city is easy and free. From the baggage area, look for the Rail Tickets machine and print one. This ticket will give you 80 minutes of free access on Geneva's public transportation system, called TPG.

Once you have your luggage, your Unireso ticket, and you've cleared Customs, head to your left through the Arrivals Hall. Just outside the exit, you'll find an entrance to the Gare CFF Aéroport. Head inside and down to the lower level. Check when the next train to Geneva city center (Gare Cornavin) departs and from which platform. The ride to Cornavin is only 6-7 minutes.

Alternatively, you may use your Unireso ticket for the bus. You will take bus #5, #10, and F to reach Gare Cornavin. For late-night arrivals we recommend taking a taxi (about 30-40 CHF).

Once you reach Gare Cornavin, you can walk or take a tram, bus, or taxi to your first hotel.

Tour end Nearest airport: Lyon Airport (LYS), France Nearest train station: Lyon, France

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Sundays: Apr 1 - Oct 15, 2024 (minimum 2 participants)

Additional departures Mondays - Thursdays for 4 or more participants.

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*Bike prices include mandatory drop off fee to return the bike to Geneva at the end of the tour (€25 per bike, €35 per e-bike).

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• 5 nights accommodation
• Breakfasts, 2 dinners (drinks not included)
• Luggage transfers
• Marked maps and/or roadbook (paper and/or app)
• Pre-loaded GPS unit (subject to availability) or navigation app
• Hotline number for assistance if necessary
• Tour briefing at beginning of tour
• All taxes and service charges

Bike rentals

Bikes available to rent on this tour (must be reserved in advance at time of booking) include:

• Standard touring bikes
• Gravel bikes
• Electrically assisted bikes, on request*

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Bikes come equipped with the following at no extra charge:

• Water bottle cages
• Water bottle
• Repair kit with multi-tool
• Spare tube and CO2 cartridge (CO2 cartridge for road bike only)
• Saddlebag (optional)
• Hand-held bicycle pump (standard bike only)

Pedals: The bikes will have flat pedals. If you want to bring your own pedals, please bring your own shoes and also the necessary equipment to change the pedals.

Helmets: Helmet rental is available on this tour. However, we recommend that you bring your own helmet for safety and hygiene purposes.

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Relaxing trip through rural France

Enjoyed the trip, everything was well organized. Beautiful countryside with many small towns and villages. Its a little rural and isolated so if you are looking for action and excitement this may not be the one for you. That said, one evening the village we were staying at (Seyssel on the first night) had a large festival going on and we stayed out later than we should have enjoying the music and the wine! Some really picturesque locations including a legitimate medieval village on the last night, and the biking itself was not overwhelming although I did train for it.

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A Ride and Seek Tour

Cro Magnon French Bike Tour from Lyon to Bordeaux

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Overview of our Cro Magnon Cycling Holiday in France

From the culinary capital of Lyon to the wine mecca of Bordeaux this tour meshes remarkable pre-historic sites with a gastronomic odyssey across southern France. This is our only single country Epic but is also defined by a remarkable diversity of cuisine, landscapes, and history along the route.

Our Cro Magnon bike trip through France takes us on a journey into prehistory as we join the dots between the cave art of Cro Magnon. Cro-Magnon refers to the population of early Homo sapiens dating from the Upper Paleolithic Period (c. 40,000 to c. 10,000 years ago) in Europe and provides the primary focus for this tour. We start at the Chauvet cave in the Ardeche region; its painting has been carbon-dated to 32,000 years ago. From here we head south along the Rhone River and through Provence and the Languedoc as we head to the ‘capital’ of prehistory – Les Eyzies-de-Tayac in the Dordogne. It was here that Édouard Lartet discovered the five archaeological layers in a shallow cave that demonstrated the evolutionary path of mankind. Rouffignac with it’s mammoth, Font de Gaume and Cap Blanc are just three of the amazing cave sites that we’ll visit here. If you would prefer a cycling tour with a broader focus, you may prefer to browse our range of European Cycling Tours or perhaps head further afield to our Cycling Tours in the US.

We then cycle westwards to perhaps the best-known cave site at Lascaux (images from which are shown below). Discovered by four teenagers in 1940, this site is considered by many to be the most impressive example of pre-historic cave art. The original cave is now closed to the public due to the damaging impact of carbon dioxide in human breath but the replica that is situated on the same site is a wonderful representation in its own right.

Further highlights of this cycling holiday in France include a meeting with  Monsieur Begouen who owns the  Grotte des 3 Frères and a visit to the Gargas cave that is otherwise known as the ‘Hands Cave’. Our trip specialist – Vincent Reboul – has spent years planning this tour and has a network of contacts at all of these cave sites that adds an extra immersive dimension to the tour experience. 

Team Members on this Tour

Vincent reboul - guide.

First cycling memory: The 35km distance between my parents house and grandparents farm in rural Burgundy when I was 7 . At this age 35km is an expedition - my first Epic!

Favourite bike: I'm a bit of a bike tragic so go with the horses for courses approach so here goes -Road bike : Stiff - I really like the geometry of these bikes; Travel Bike : a classic Surley Long Haul Trucker. What a bike!; Gravel bike : a Kona , Iconic. I'm really enjoying getting off the beaten track with this bike.

Top climb: In Corsica - Piana to Col de Sevi and back to the sea to Sagone : an amazing climb followed by 1000 m down hill , one shot , no cars only watch out for the wild pigs along the side of the road!

One thing on your bucket list: Gaspé peninsula in Peru by bike. I think Peru could well become the new 'in' cycling destination in the coming years. I've also always dreamed of running a tour that embraces my passion for prehistory. The Cro Magnon tour will allow me to tick that one off though!

A special skill you bring on tour: Spontaneity , eclecticism , passion for life , experience , open mind, and a SMILE

Favourite Ride and Seek tour gastronomic experience: Catalan tapas on the second day of the Hannibal tour

Languages: French, English and passable Spanish

Ride and Seek tours you lead: Hannibal, 3 Islands, Cro Magnon

Enrico Casini - Guide & Mechanic

First cycling memory: When I was 4 years old, just after I got my first bike – a little bright blue folding Graziella Bicycle with side-wheels – my parents took me to the big square nearby our place. I do not remember how many hours it took, but I will never forget the first time I felt the limitless pleasure of cycling : freedom on wheels.

Favourite bike: The Queen of the collection is a handmade steel Daccordi from the '90s. Upgraded with modern Campagnolo componentary and wheels that I personally built. Just perfect.

Top climb: The 800m unpaved climb (average 10-11% gradient) that leads to my home. At the end of each ride it IS the top climb!

One thing on your bucket list: To ride all around the Mediterranean Coast. I hope to see in my life time when all the nations that share the shores of the Mare Nostrum will share peace and friendship as well.

A special skill you bring on tour: My mechanical knowledge and the attention that goes into creating every single day of a tour - these are my words. Sincere smile, natural empathy and infinite patience – these are guest's words.

Favourite Ride and Seek tour gastronomic experience: Corsican Delicatessen, Sardinian Culurgiones , Sicilian Cassata & gelato.

Languages: Italian, English a bit of Spanish.

Ride and Seek tours you lead: The 3 Islands Epic

Colette Saunders - Soigneur

Colette hails from the city of Preston in the north west of England. A mother of 3 adult children and master of many trades, including finger print expert, ambulance driver and funeral celebrant, her sunny disposition and can-do attitude is a great asset to any tour she is on. With a passion for fine food and a masters in sports massage therapy – Active IQ Level 3 Certificate – her soigneur skills are second to none.

First cycling memory: Sitting on my brother’s handlebars because I was too small to cycle on my own.

Favourite bike: The one I found playing hide and seek. I stumbled across it the day before my 7th birthday. I never told mum and dad I’d seen it. It was blue and I loved it. Nowadays I am more partial to my Lynskey Sportive.

Top climb: Only done one col. Will Mont Ventoux suffice?

One thing on your bucket list: Have cycled in Cuba, Vietnam and Cambodia. Have cycled from the Eiffel Tower to Blackpool Tower which was less exotic! My favourite ride was to cycle the length of Great Britain, from John O’Groats to Land’s End. Maybe a ride across America could be my next ambition.

A special skill you bring on tour: Everyone loves a massage don’t they? I’m your girl. I’m also a people person. I love to meet new people and to get to know them.

Favourite Ride and Seek tour gastronomic experience: As a bonafide Francophile I love the cuisine of Provence.

Languages: Schoolgirl French and Lancashire. Other than that I find communication is easy with a smile.

Ride and Seek tours you lead: Mallorca, Provence, Hannibal & Napoleon

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Cro magnon bike tour highlights.

• Savour the culinary credentials of the exciting city of Lyon • Cycle down the majestic Rhone Valley • View the amazing figurative images of the Chauvet cave • Canoe through the spectacular Gorges de l’Ardèche • Cross the wild and enchanting Cevennes region • Discover the gigantic spotted horses of the Pech Merle cave

• Explore Saint-Cirq-Lapopie – one of France’s ‘most beautiful villages’. • Savour the amazing Wednesday market in Sarlat • Visit the extraordinary replica of the Lascaux cave • Stay in the enchanting town of Bergerac • Sample the delights of the wonderful Monbazillac wine

• View the remarkable Gargas cave which is known as the ‘hands cave’ • Cycle the road less travelled through the Dordogne region • Celebrate the end of our tour in St Emilion and Bordeaux

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All tours and individual stages are available as a custom tour for your group – contact us for details.

What’s Included?

• Accommodation in our carefully selected hotels
• Meals – hotel breakfasts, snacks en route and pre/post-ride nutrition, lunches including the famed Ride and Seek picnics, multi course group dinners with a focus on the local cuisine.*NB we include occasional independent lunches & dinners to break up the week
• Ride and Seek jersey
• Garmin 1030 use with all routes preloaded
• Ride and Seek water bottle
• Kit laundry service once a week
• Passionate, experienced and knowledgeable guides always on hand to help

Not Included

• Alcoholic beverages
• Pre & post tour accommodation

Supplements

• Single supplement – Our prices are based on twin/double occupancy. If you wish to have your own room then a supplement is applicable.
• To reserve a place on a stage of this tour we ask for a deposit of €500 (or your local currency equivalent). We also accept payment in GB£ and AU$. The final invoice will include any applicable single supplements and bike hire costs.

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Cro magnon bike tour accommodation.

We carefully select the places where we stay based on their personality and the hospitality of our hosts. We look to strike a balance between centrally located abodes in the towns we visit and the tranquillity that nature offers when we are in the French countryside. See below for some of the accommodation options on our Cro Magnon tour.

Hôtel Le Belvédère, Vallon Pont d’Arc

A haven of peace of tranquillity in the heart of the spectacular Gorges de l’Ardèche this abode is a great spot to explore the area and discover the amazing Chauvet cave site. The culinary skills of the hotel chef are a bit special too.

Hôtel-Spa le Saint-Cirq

Facing the village of Saint Cirq Lapopie which is on the list of France’s ‘most beautiful villages’ this hotel is a perfect base for a 2-night stay. Immersed in nature but within easy walking distance of the village, the wonderful spa facilities are the icing on the cake.

Hotel Montaigne, Sarlat

Perfectly situated to explore the medieval heart of the enchanting town of Sarlat this recently renovated hotel is a great spot for our stay in the heart of the Dordogne. With our tour set up so we can visit the iconic Wednesday market, we are delighted to have this hotel on the itinerary.

Aux Ducs de Sienne, Saint Emilion

This boutique hotel is inspired by Tuscan charm and is situated in the heart of the quaint village of Montagne. Its gastronomic restaurant and proximity to Saint Emilion make this the perfect destination to begin the celebrations for the end of our tour.

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Cro-Magnon is the name of a place in France where several prehistoric skeletons were found in 1868. The place in question was Les Eyzies de Tayac where we spend two nights on our tour and is commonly referred to as the capital of pre-history.

The Cro-Magnon type of prehistoric human appears to have been heavily built and fairly tall compared with the Neanderthals. The forehead was straight, with only slight ridges over the eyes, the skull long and narrow, the face short and wide and the brain large. It appears that early Cro-Magnons and Neanderthals were closely related . Cro-Magnons seem to have evolved in Africa about 120 000 years ago and spread to western Asia by 90 000 – 100 000 years ago.

They lived at the same time as the Neanderthals. European Cro-Magnon people became widespread during the Upper Palaeolithic, about 30 000 – 35 000 years ago. Compared to the Neanderthals they had a more advanced culture. They made different kinds of tools such as blade tools, scrapers (including some made for smoothing and scraping leather), and fine bone tools. They lived in caves and under rock overhangs, although they may have built stone huts.

Cro-Magnon people buried their dead like the Neanderthals, and probably had a religion: their art may have had magical or religious meaning. Cro-Magnons were the first people to carve , and sculpted engravings and statuettes of humans and animals have been found. In France and Spain, they painted different kinds of animals on the walls of their caves. They also decorated tools and weapons showing that they liked art for decoration as well as for religious reasons.

It is not known for certain when Cro-Magnons became extinct , but they probably were gradually absorbed into modern humans. Individuals with some Cro-Magnon characteristics have been found in the Mesolithic Period (8000 to 5000 BC) and the Neolithic Period (5000 to 2000 BC). Interestingly It is said that when the Canary Islands were found by the Spaniards early in the 15th century, they found people who are thought to have been of Cro-Magnon origin.

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This tour takes you on a journey into the prehistory joining the dots between the cave art of Cro-Magnon across Southern France.

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The Epic – Lyon to Bordeaux

ViaRhôna from Geneva to Lyon in 6 Days

Tour length: 5 nights/6 days

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The “ViaRhôna” project is a bicycle path connecting Lake Geneva to France’s Mediterranean beaches . The project is still a work in progress in some areas (south of Lyon for instance), but is completed between Geneva and Lyon.

As the route is mostly traffic-free, it is a great way to experience France’s countryside without the stress of busy roads, an ideal set up for families or novice riders who wish to try bike touring.

On our tour, we stray away from the ViaRhôna to experience the medieval village of Pérouges, which involves a short section with some traffic (fairly light)

The ViaRhôna from Geneva to Lyon is ideal for riders of all fitness levels. As the route can be broken down in different ways, let us know more about your party and we’ll be able to personalize your itinerary to suit you best.

Trip begins in Geneva and ends in Lyon . Geneva is well-served by train and by air.

Self-guided tour available May through October 2022 . Starts any day of the week . For groups of 4 or more : Any weekday (except Fridays)

Daily cycling distance ranges from 43 to 88 km . This trip is highly customizable to meet your needs!

Accommodation in 2- and 3-star properties .

Starting at 830 euros per person sharing a double room.

Geneva is easily accessible by car, train , and air. You’ll arrive in a cultural, cosmopolitan city with more than enough attractions to fill a day, so you can check in to your hotel in the heart of the city and then head on out to explore

We’ll meet you at your hotel for a briefing of the next few days’ itinerary. We’ll also provide you with all the necessary navigation tools (marked maps, GPS pre-loaded with the itinerary) and bikes if you’ve chosen not to bring your own. Today’s route winds its way southwest, across the Swiss border into France where you will spend the remainder of your tour. There are plenty of reasons to stop along the way: stunning panoramas, striking rock formations, and intriguing ruins, to name a few. Your hotel in Seyssel sits right on the river, providing the perfect spot to give your biking legs a rest.

The Rhône river will take you to the small village of Chanaz, an ideal coffee stop along the way. If you feel like exploring Lac du Bourget, a few extra miles will allow you to edge along France’s biggest natural lake.  Save some energy for the climb up to your hotel in Champagneux. Your day will end with a fabulous dinner.

The Rhône River will show you the way through small villages and quiet countryside…From Saint-Sorlin, you’ll leave the ViaRhona and ride on secondary roads to the hilltop medieval village of Pérouges. You’re bound to experience a memorable time there (and dinner!).

On your final ride you can choose to follow the ViaRhona or you may opt for a longer ride through the countryside. Either way, you’ll reach Lyon in a traffic-free way before your final climb to La Croix Rousse where your hotel is located. The climb is worth it… Besides the view, you’ll get to experience a lively part of Lyon.

After breakfast in Lyon, depart at the time of your choice.

As this is a highly customizable tour (extra days/rides can be arranged; support van can be provided), please let us know more about your dream bike tour along the ViaRhôna and we’ll tell you what can be done.

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The Fastest Men and Women of the Giro d’Italia, Tour de France, and Vuelta a España

Not all sprinters are created equal. So, let’s delve into the tactical genius and prowess of the peloton’s best mad men and women.

Sprinters with something to prove

Women’s top sprinters.

But what about the green and purple jerseys , those awarded to the leaders and winners of the points classifications, often, though not always, noted sprinters?

These are men and women capable of making unfathomable watts, often after four, five, and sometimes six-plus hours of racing, who are held at bay all day, only to unleash their greatest skills for barely a few hundred meters. They’re often the ones who give us the biggest thrills and the narrowest victories (or defeats).

While we focus on the speed and raw power of sprinters, one thing that’s often overlooked is how well they race; how the best sprinters are often the most patient riders, waiting until the perfect moment to launch their attacks. Theirs is often a game of cat-and-mouse, a strategic battle as much as a power-based one. Given the blazing speed at which these riders can sprint, it’s easy to forget that they’re some of the savviest riders in the peloton.

So, who are they? Let’s take a deeper look at the riders going for those green jerseys and points competitions at the Giro d’Italia , Tour de France , and Vuelta a España this summer.

Men’s Top Sprinters

Jasper philipsen – alpecin-deceuninck.

The young Belgian, once derided as “Jasper the Disaster,” is the best sprinter in the world right now. Possessing the perfect combination of strength, racing know-how, and the patience required to win a bunch sprint, he has to be the favorite heading into any stage suited to sprinters. After a second-place finish at Roubaix , the reigning Tour de France green jersey will head into this year’s Grande Boucle as the heavy favorite to repeat.

Mads Pedersen – Lidl-Trek

Unlike most others on this list, Mads Pedersen is hardly a pure sprinter. Rather, the one-day specialist has shown that he’s most at home when launching attacks from a long way out. In fact, just a few weeks ago, he did something most people didn’t think was possible when he stayed with Mathieu van der Poel for some fifty kilometers in Ghent-Wevelgem , only to outsprint the Dutch superstar in the closing meters. There isn’t a team in the men’s peloton looking quite as strong as Lidl-Trek is right now, so expect Mads to compete for at least a few bunch sprint wins in his scheduled Tour and Vuelta appearances.

Tim Merlier – Soudal-Quick-Step

By the metric of the modern peloton, Tim Merlier is getting a bit long in the tooth. The 31-year-old from Flanders only has two Grand Tour stage wins to his name: one in the Giro and one in the Tour . But, as most of Merlier’s early career was focused on cyclocross racing, he very well could just be coming into his prime. In the last three seasons, Merlier has won the Belgian National Road Race and Brugge-De Panne, and, from 2022 to this year, three-peated in Nokere Koerse. Maybe, like a great sprinter does, he’s waiting until the perfect moment to launch.

Mark Cavendish – Astana Qazaqstan

In 2024, Cav is sitting on the precipice between these two categories. The Manx Missile was coaxed out of retirement not once but twice with the promise of nabbing Eddy Merckx’s longstanding record of 34 Tour de France stage wins. And while his early-season returns have been anything but stunning, we’re talking about the greatest sprinter of all time here. And so, for that very reason, we have to consider Cav, a two-time Tour de France green jersey winner, in the upper echelon here.

Dylan Groenewegen – Jayco AlUla

Groenewegen has five Tour de France stage wins. But four of them came before 2020 and one in 2022. Much of that drought likely has to do with the nine-month ban he received from the UCI after it was determined he caused the crash that put Fabio Jakobsen in an induced coma for two days. Still, Groenewegen has shown form early this season with a ninth-place finish in Ghent-Wevelgem and a few strong stages in Paris-Nice and the UAE Tour.

Kaden Groves – Alpecin-Deceuninck

Groves, the four-time Vuelta a España stage winner and reigning green jersey champion of that race, will likely contest again for several of that race’s sprint stages. Groves has shown a predilection for hilly stages that tend to thin the herd over the course of the day, stages that are becoming increasingly common in the modern Grand Tour.

Arnaud Démare – Arkéa–B&B Hotels

Though he didn’t get any last year, Arnaud Démare has won ten Grand Tour stages: eight in the Giro and two in the Tour . He’s also a two-time points champion in the Giro. And though his spring campaign has been nothing to write home about, he’s an expert at positioning when the bunch really starts charging. Given as much, he should have more than a few opportunities to outsprint the bunch in this summer’s Tour.

Fabio Jakobsen – dsm firmenich PostNL

Like a few others on this list, Jakobsen’s results don’t necessarily match his strength. Easily one of the fastest sprinters in the peloton, Jakobsen will definitely find his way to the bunch in this year’s Giro and Tour, where he’ll try to add to his palmarès, which already counts five Vuelta stage wins. Of course, he hasn’t gotten one of those since 2021, so you either think he’s washed or he’s due.

Dark Horses

Sam Bennett (Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale) - Outside of Mark Cavendish, Sam Bennett is the most decorated racer on this list. His palmarès includes five stage wins at the Vuelta , three at the Giro , and two at the Tour . He was also the Tour’s 2020 green jersey. And though his last two seasons have been hardly spectacular, it’s easy to predict that Sam Bennett could be in the mix for stage wins, especially after he was left off AG2R’s Tour roster last year.

Caleb Ewan (Jayco AlUla) - The man who was once a sure-fire bet to take a Grand Tour sprint stage—he’s won ten in his career—has fallen to the bottom of this pack simply because he hasn’t been able to nab a stage win since the 2021 Giro d’Italia . Of course, he’s still one of the strongest sprinters on Earth and always a threat to take a win, which, over the last three years, he’s been ever so close to. Despite his recent cold streak, Ewan is truly one of the riders you can never, ever count out.

Biniam Girmay (Intermarché-Wanty) - After a historic stage win in the 2022 Giro d’Italia and a third-place finish behind Jasper Phillipsen and Mark Cavendish in stage 7 of last’s Tour de France, the Eritrean rider showed a lot of promise as a Grand Tour sprinter. Now confirmed for the Giro, we hope to see Girmay bring on the heat to the favorites.

Alberto Dainese (Tudor Pro Cycling) - While still early in his professional career, Dainese has already demonstrated his potential as a top-level sprinter and is definitely one to watch. In 2023, the Italian sprinter won two Giro stages and one Vuelta stage.

On the women’s side of the coin, there’s far less separation between the heavy favorites, the maybe-they-could, and the sprinters who might steal a stage here or there. And much of that has to do with the fact that there’s much more parity in general in the women’s WorldTour (which is why we should all be watching a lot more women’s races!). But there is still the cream of the crop and everyone else.

Lotte Kopecky – SD Worx-Protime

You could easily argue that Lotte Kopecky is the strongest bike racer in the world, regardless of gender. Her ability to sustain efforts and grind her opponents into dust behind her is matched only by the likes of Mathieu van der Poel . As she heads into this summer as the reigning Tour de France points champion, all eyes will be on the 28-year-old to rack up more stage wins.

Lorena Wiebes – SD Worx-Protime

It’s no secret that SD Worx is sitting on an embarrassment of riches right now. This is evidenced by the fact that Lotte Kopecky is racing on the same team as Lorena Wiebes , perhaps the strongest pure sprinter in the women’s peloton. The 25-year-old Dutchwoman has won Ronde van Drenthe four years in a row and just added to her palmarès with a Gent-Wevelgem victory last weekend. In a heads-up sprint, Wiebes is as tough as out there is.

Elisa Balsamo – Lidl-Trek

With wins at Brugge-De Panne and Trofeo Alfredo Binda and second-place finishes at Paris-Roubaix , Ronde van Drenthe, and Ghent-Wevelgem , the Italian one-day specialist is having a world-class spring campaign. She’s had a bit of success in stage races, nabbing a pair of wins at the 2022 Giro Donne and another pair at 2023’s Setmana Ciclista Valenciana. But at just 26 years old, Balsamo could be on the precipice of a breakout summer.

Charlotte Kool – dsm firmenich PostNL

At just 24 years old, Charlotte Kool seems to be hitting her prime. She won her first Grand Tour stage in last year’s Vuelta and was fighting for wins in Brugge-De Panne and Ghent-Wevelgem, where she finished second and fourth, respectively. She won the points classification in last year’s UAE Tour and should rack up plenty of points over the course of the summer.

Emma Norsgaard – Movistar

Though Norsgaard’s spring has been inauspicious at best, she’s always a tough out when it comes to sprints. With a pair of stage wins to her name (a Giro stage in 2021 and a Tour stage in 2023), she knows how to win from the bunch. She just needs to find her way to the front and put herself in a position to compete. If she can get there, there’s no doubt she’s got the legs.

Marianne Vos – Visma-Lease a Bike

So long as there’s a bike race, and so long as Marianne Vos is in that bike race, it’s just plain stupid to count her out. To list her palmarès would take all of the space this story has, so just accept the fact that she’s likely to be there at the end, whether the stage calls for a breakaway, a punchy climb, or a bunch sprint. And though she’s one of the women’s peloton’s elder stateswomen at age 36, with recent wins at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad and Dwars door Vlaanderen , she’s still proving week after week that she can race with—and beat—the best.

Elisa Longo Borghini – Lidl-Trek

Between Mads Pedersen , Elisa Balsamo, and Longo Borghini, Lidl-Trek’s cup runneth over with one-day talent. But to win one-day races, you need to be able to create and sustain attacks, and there are few better in the women’s bunch at that than Longo Borghini. Hardly a pure sprinter, she’ll need to use her well-honed racing acumen if she’s going to take a stage win.

Chloé Dygert – Canyon//SRAM

Dygert is back. After suffering a training setback late last year, stemming from an injury sustained earlier in 2023, Dygert returned to the peloton with a sixth-place finish in Brugge-De Panne. And while she’s known more for her time-trialing acumen than her pure sprint ability, she can put down and sustain boatloads of power. If she and her teammates can put her in the right position, look for the American star to steal a stage here or there.

Chiara Consonni (UAE Team ADQ) - This is only Consonni’s second year at the WorldTour level, but she’s shown in recent times that she has the legs and the know-how to go elbow-to-elbow with the best of the bunch. Her best result is arguably a third-place finish in the points classification in this year’s UAE Tour. Look for her to steal a stage win or two (or three) as the summer progresses.

Rachele Barbieri (dsm firmenich PostNL) - For all of the success Rachele Barbieri has enjoyed on the track, she’s had little on the road. Her best finishes in major races are a pair of second-place finishes in stages in the Giro and UAE Tour and two fourth-place finishes in Tour stages. However, anyone who can make the kind of power Babieri is capable of making can and should not be counted out. Look for her to snag a sleeper win at some point this year.

Michael Venutolo-Mantovani is a writer and musician based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. He loves road and track cycling, likes gravel riding, and can often be found trying to avoid crashing his mountain bike. 

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'High-speed criterium racing' returning to Greenville, Tour De France's Hincapie riding

Bike alongside Tour de France veterans at ONE City Plaza on April 25 as the Greenville Cycling Classic , presented by Prisma Health, will allow attendees to take a 20-minute ride alongside George Hincapie, Bobby Julich and Christian Vande Velde.

Beginning at 3 p.m., men's and women's professional and amateur cycling will occur along Main and Coffee Street. Bike races will continue through 9 p.m. to determine a winner in nine divisions, ranging from 30-minute rides to a 70-lap competition.

This race is part of the Speed Week race series, with nine races in South Carolina and Georgia.

"We're thrilled to bring high-speed criterium racing back to Greenville," Hincapie said. "This event will be a fantastic spring highlight for the entire community to enjoy."

Tour de France legends Julich, Vande Velde and Hincapie are offering the first 200 registered riders to a casual, one-kilometer speed criterium loop race that travels around downtown for 20 minutes beginning at 5:15 p.m.

Who is George Hincapie and the other Tour de France legends?

Hincapie is a former professional racing cyclist who competed alongside Lance Armstrong as his domestique or assisting rider on the U.S. PostalPro Cycling Team. He is also known for helping Alberto Contador and Cadel Evans to their first Tour de France victories in 2007 and 2011.

During Hincapie's 27-year professional cycling career, he won three U.S. Professional Road Race championships and finished second in the 2005 Paris-Roubaix, which still stands as the highest-placing American ranking for that specific race.

In October 2012, Hincapie admitted to using banned substances during his career and received a six-month ban and loss of race results between May 2004 and July 2006.

The New York native, now a Greenville resident, has had the Hincapie name in Greenville pro and amateur cycling since the Michelin Cycling Classic in 1994. His footprint in the Upstate also includes a stake in Hotel Domestique and Restaurant 17, which has an on-site vineyard and pathways for cycling lessons. He has brought various international cyclists to the area to train and compete in Traveler's Rest and downtown Greenville.

Hincapie will host the Gran Fondo Hincape in Greenville on October 19, 2024.

How do I attend the Greenville Cycling Classic?

This is a free event; however, amateur and professional cyclists looking to compete still have time to register. Fees to participate in the races range between $40 and $60. Winners can win cash prizes up to $6,000.

Ages 12 and up can join the ride with Tour de France legends, and the pool limit is 200 people. The registration deadline for all events is April 24 at 5 p.m.

The racing path will expand between East North Street, East McBee Avenue, and South Laurens Street and South Brown Street.

What roads will be closed during the race?

Road closures for the event will be in place from noon to 11 p.m. on April 25. They will include:- Main Street, from McBee Avenue to East North Street- East North Street, from North Main to Brown Streets- Brown Street, from East North Street to McBee Avenue- McBee Avenue, from South Brown Street to South Laurens Street- South Laurens Street, from West McBee Avenue to West Washington Street- Washington Street, from South Laurens to Brown streets

For more information, visit greenvillecyclingclassic.com

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Cycling star Evenepoel targets June return from crash ahead of Tour de France and Paris Olympics

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Two weeks after crashing heavily in Spain, two-time world champion Remco Evenepoel said on Friday he’s on track to race again in June ahead of the Tour de France and Paris Olympics.

The Belgian needed surgery after breaking a collar bone and shoulder blade in a crash while descending in the Tour of Basque Country.

Evenepoel will train at high altitude before a planned return to racing at the Critérium du Dauphiné in France from June 2-9 or the week after at the Tour de Suisse, he said in an interview broadcast by his team Soudal–Quick-Step.

He won the worlds time trial last year and the road race in 2022, and should target both Olympic events on the streets of Paris on back-to-back Saturdays — July 27 and Aug. 3. First, he will make his Tour de France debut on June 29.

“It’s going to be something special. Especially the Tour,” Evenepoel said. “It makes it a bit easier to do Tour-Olympics because it’s in the same country, not too far like it was three years ago to go to Tokyo. That was more difficult for a lot of guys.”

Evenepoel raced in both Olympic road events in Japan. He placed ninth in the time trial, more than one minute out of the medals and trailing 2 minutes, 17 seconds behind gold medalist Primož Roglič.

Roglič was caught up in Evenepoel’s crash in Spain and also will miss the one-day classic Liège-Bastogne-Liège on Sunday. Evenepoel won the past two editions of the storied race.

Evenepoel said the early spring injury gave him time to recover like it was a midseason break. It let him spend the Eid al-Fitr holiday last week with his wife Oumi Rayane and her family.

“That was a very beautiful day,” he said. “It’s better to have the injury now than in a couple of weeks. It’s a bit of luck in my bad luck.”

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Cycling star Evenepoel targets June return from crash ahead of Tour de France and Paris Olympics

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BRUSSELS (AP) — Two weeks after crashing heavily in Spain, two-time world champion Remco Evenepoel said on Friday he’s on track to race again in June ahead of the Tour de France and Paris Olympics.

The Belgian needed surgery after breaking a collar bone and shoulder blade in a crash while descending in the Tour of Basque Country.

Evenepoel will train at high altitude before a planned return to racing at the Critérium du Dauphiné in France from June 2-9 or the week after at the Tour de Suisse, he said in an interview broadcast by his team Soudal–Quick-Step.

He won the worlds time trial last year and the road race in 2022, and should target both Olympic events on the streets of Paris on back-to-back Saturdays — July 27 and Aug. 3. First, he will make his Tour de France debut on June 29.

“It’s going to be something special. Especially the Tour,” Evenepoel said. “It makes it a bit easier to do Tour-Olympics because it’s in the same country, not too far like it was three years ago to go to Tokyo. That was more difficult for a lot of guys.”

Evenepoel raced in both Olympic road events in Japan. He placed ninth in the time trial, more than one minute out of the medals and trailing 2 minutes, 17 seconds behind gold medalist Primož Roglič.

Roglič was caught up in Evenepoel’s crash in Spain and also will miss the one-day classic Liège-Bastogne-Liège on Sunday. Evenepoel won the past two editions of the storied race.

Evenepoel said the early spring injury gave him time to recover like it was a midseason break. It let him spend the Eid al-Fitr holiday last week with his wife Oumi Rayane and her family.

“That was a very beautiful day,” he said. “It’s better to have the injury now than in a couple of weeks. It’s a bit of luck in my bad luck.”

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