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Canoe and bike week-end in Fontainebleau

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5.00 / 5

Reference FO0203

Itinerant trip
2 days
Very easy
from April to October
Minimum age 7 years

GPS-app available

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209€ / pers.

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Itinerary

On your getaway to Fontainebleau, discover the green waters of the Loing and arrive at the foot of the medieval city of Moret-sur-Loing. You continue then by bike along the banks of the Seine and through the forest of Fontainebleau passing by the castle of Fontainebleau and Barbizon, the small village of painters nestled in the forest. You can even extend this rural weekend with a loop to the castles of Vaux-le-Vicomte and Blandy-lès-Tours

Day 1

Canoë Grez-sur-Loing - Moret-sur-Loing		Canoë Grez-sur-Loing - Moret-sur-Loing You arrive in Moret-sur-Loing, a charming medieval city, which the painter Sisley liked so much. The ramparts, the keep, the church, the bridge and its mills, the Renaissance houses are all gems to discover. At the foot of the stone bridge of Grez-sur-Loing you set off for your canoe adventure on the Loing. At your own pace in peace, you will appreciate the multiple facets of the Loing valley: typical houses, fauna, flora, mill and slides. You pass at the foot of the villages of Epsisy, Montigny-sur-Loing and finish in Moret-sur-Loing. This canoe trip is accessible to everyone, from 7 years old (knowing how to swim).

Day 2

Moret-sur-Loing - Bois-le-Roi Altitude ±26m		Moret-sur-Loing - Bois-le-Roi Altitude ±26m After strolling through the city, continue your cycling route along the Loing canal until the confluence with the Seine. You now continue along the Seine where you will find the famous "Affolantes" villas. You pass through the charming village of Samois-sur-Seine, known to be the last residence of musician Django Rheinhardt. You can also take a detour through Fontainebleau and its castle.
Extension: Additional day to Vaux-le-Vicomte Bike 38km		Extension: Additional day to Vaux-le-Vicomte Bike 38km You start the day north of the Fontainebleau forest. On small country roads and paths you quickly reach the charming village of Blandy-les-Tours and admire its fortified castle, a rare vestige of medieval military architecture. A few kilometers further you discover the magnificent 17th century castle of Vaux-le-Vicomte and its formal French gardens. After strolling there, you cut through the woods to reach Melun and the banks of the Seine. Along the Seine on the towpath, you can admire the "Affolantes", these 1900s mansions each competing in architectural boldness with the other.

Accommodation

Category A

You are accommodated in ** / *** hotels with all the necessary comfort after a day spent outdoor. These family hotels welcome you warmly. Breakfast is included.

* Example of the type of accommodation

Bikes, luggage and documents

Bikes

On your arrival day, we provide you with:

a touring bike adjusted to your size or a tandem

equipped : front rack pack with an integrated file compartment, saddlebag, helmet (on demand), reflective vest, repairing toolkit with patches etc.

We also provide you with the appropriate equipment for your children : baby seat, bike trailer or trailer bike depending on their age and size.

Luggage

For this trip, bikes are equipped with 2 waterproof saddle bags with a capacity of 10 to 20L each to transport your luggage. Do not forget to put your items in a soft travel bag to be able that you can roll it up in your saddle bags.

For more comfort, you can choose to add luggage transport in your booking:
(see rate in "Prices")

We transport your luggage from one accommodation to the next using a private vehicle.
Your luggage is directly delivered in your accommodation before you arrive.
We provide a saddlebag for the things you shall need during the day.(included in your bike rental)

Our word of advice : as we know from experience, we strongly recommend you to avoid wearing a backpack during your cycling trip.

Travel documents

A cycling holiday is the best way to explore a region and discover its culture, landscapes and local traditions.

Your tour is self-guided to give you the freedom to ride at your own pace. You will be provided all the information you need to enjoy the itinerary and its points of interests.

Our documentation contains a very detailed description of the itinerary. No matter how you usually navigate, you will find your way thanks to our comprehensive guidance material including:

a roadbook with maps that we drew at the easiest scale to follow on a bike
a roadbook with step-by-step description giving the direction to follow at each intersection and highlighting the points of interest

Example of a map and of a step-by-step description

For this short trip your travel documents will be sent electronically.

Our GPS App

For this trip, you can also use our smartphone app featuring GPS guidance (without extra fee).

You will find in the app all the information given in the map and step-by-step roadbooks. You will be located on the itinerary with the GPS device of your phone. The route and directions to follow will be both viewable on the screen of your phone and announced aloud. As you ride along the itinerary, you will be given information about visits, restaurants, services and useful alerts on the way.

-> You need to have a smartphone and download Le Velo Voyageur app on your Apple or Android store before the trip. All details concerning the downloading and the use of the application will be given after we have confirmed the booking and the balance is paid. Once the trip is downloaded, the GPS guidance can be used off-line.

Reviews

1 bike travelers reviews

5.00 / 5

“ Beauté en Seine et Marne ”

On the 2021-08-14 by Suzon

Mon fils de 16 ans a adoré et considère que c'est une superbe expérience.

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Day 1

Canoë Grez-sur-Loing - Moret-sur-Loing		Canoë Grez-sur-Loing - Moret-sur-Loing You arrive in Moret-sur-Loing, a charming medieval city, which the painter Sisley liked so much. The ramparts, the keep, the church, the bridge and its mills, the Renaissance houses are all gems to discover. At the foot of the stone bridge of Grez-sur-Loing you set off for your canoe adventure on the Loing. At your own pace in peace, you will appreciate the multiple facets of the Loing valley: typical houses, fauna, flora, mill and slides. You pass at the foot of the villages of Epsisy, Montigny-sur-Loing and finish in Moret-sur-Loing. This canoe trip is accessible to everyone, from 7 years old (knowing how to swim).

Day 2

Moret-sur-Loing - Bois-le-Roi Altitude ±26m		Moret-sur-Loing - Bois-le-Roi Altitude ±26m After strolling through the city, continue your cycling route along the Loing canal until the confluence with the Seine. You now continue along the Seine where you will find the famous "Affolantes" villas. You pass through the charming village of Samois-sur-Seine, known to be the last residence of musician Django Rheinhardt. You can also take a detour through Fontainebleau and its castle.
Extension: Additional day to Vaux-le-Vicomte Bike 38km		Extension: Additional day to Vaux-le-Vicomte Bike 38km You start the day north of the Fontainebleau forest. On small country roads and paths you quickly reach the charming village of Blandy-les-Tours and admire its fortified castle, a rare vestige of medieval military architecture. A few kilometers further you discover the magnificent 17th century castle of Vaux-le-Vicomte and its formal French gardens. After strolling there, you cut through the woods to reach Melun and the banks of the Seine. Along the Seine on the towpath, you can admire the "Affolantes", these 1900s mansions each competing in architectural boldness with the other.

Category A

You are accommodated in ** / *** hotels with all the necessary comfort after a day spent outdoor. These family hotels welcome you warmly. Breakfast is included.

* Example of the type of accommodation
Bikes

On your arrival day, we provide you with:
- a touring bike adjusted to your size or a tandem
- equipped : front rack pack with an integrated file compartment, saddlebag, helmet (on demand), reflective vest, repairing toolkit with patches etc.
We also provide you with the appropriate equipment for your children : baby seat, bike trailer or trailer bike depending on their age and size.
Luggage

For this trip, bikes are equipped with 2 waterproof saddle bags with a capacity of 10 to 20L each to transport your luggage. Do not forget to put your items in a soft travel bag to be able that you can roll it up in your saddle bags.

For more comfort, you can choose to add luggage transport in your booking:
(see rate in "Prices")
- We transport your luggage from one accommodation to the next using a private vehicle.
- Your luggage is directly delivered in your accommodation before you arrive.
- We provide a saddlebag for the things you shall need during the day.(included in your bike rental)
Our word of advice : as we know from experience, we strongly recommend you to avoid wearing a backpack during your cycling trip.
Travel documents

A cycling holiday is the best way to explore a region and discover its culture, landscapes and local traditions.

Your tour is self-guided to give you the freedom to ride at your own pace. You will be provided all the information you need to enjoy the itinerary and its points of interests.
Our documentation contains a very detailed description of the itinerary. No matter how you usually navigate, you will find your way thanks to our comprehensive guidance material including:
- a roadbook with maps that we drew at the easiest scale to follow on a bike
- a roadbook with step-by-step description giving the direction to follow at each intersection and highlighting the points of interest
Example of a map and of a step-by-step description

For this short trip your travel documents will be sent electronically.

Our GPS App

For this trip, you can also use our smartphone app featuring GPS guidance (without extra fee).

You will find in the app all the information given in the map and step-by-step roadbooks. You will be located on the itinerary with the GPS device of your phone. The route and directions to follow will be both viewable on the screen of your phone and announced aloud. As you ride along the itinerary, you will be given information about visits, restaurants, services and useful alerts on the way.

-> You need to have a smartphone and download Le Velo Voyageur app on your Apple or Android store before the trip. All details concerning the downloading and the use of the application will be given after we have confirmed the booking and the balance is paid. Once the trip is downloaded, the GPS guidance can be used off-line.
1 bike travelers reviews 5.00 / 5

“ Beauté en Seine et Marne ”

On the 2021-08-14 by Suzon

Mon fils de 16 ans a adoré et considère que c'est une superbe expérience.