A 3-day escape between Blois and Amboise along the Loire Valley
From Blois to Amboise, you’ll pedal past magnificent castles such as the castle of Chambord, the castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire, the castle of the Clos Lucé, and many others !
- Loire Valley
- 3 day(s)
- Fairly easy
- ~ 28 km/day
- Itinerant
Cycle to some of the Loire Valley's greatest castles
From Blois to Amboise, discover the essence of the Loire castles in 3 days. the castle of Blois, the castle of Chambord, the castle of Cheverny, the castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire and its Internantional Festival of Gardens, the castle of Amboise and the castle of Clos Lucé are just a few of the highlights of the Loire Valley.
3 days in the magical atmosphere of the Loire Valley on the Loire cycle paths. Cycle through the forests and vineyards of the Loire Valley. The cycling itineraries are exceptional, easy and safe. Discover the magic and gentleness of the favorite region of the Kings of France.
Program
- 43 km
- 68 km
Start your ride by pedaling through Chateau de Chambord’s lush forest with massive trees. Take a peek at the stone bridge salamadenders engraved on the walls of Loire’s most extravagant castle. Leaving the castle, you can enjoy a bucolic jaunt to Neuvy, with its many ponds (+ 26 kms), or head more quickly to Bracieux. As you enjoy the shade from hundred-year-old tree, you’ll follow the trail along Crosson creek to the Chateau de Cheverny. The inspiration for Moulinsart Castle came from the Tintin comic books.
Discover all the secrets of chocolate making, learn about the history of cacao tree plantations and observe the work of chocolate makers. Of course at the end of the tour you'll be able to taste a selection of chocolates. Dogs not allowed.
Take a self guided tour of the castle and its gardens of this must-see estate, a veritable work of art in the Loire Valley.
We recommend to allow at least 2h for this visit.
- 19,00 € € Entrée adulte (18 ans et plus)
- 0,00 € € Entrée enfant et jeune (moins de 18 ans et moins de 26 ans Européens)
- 29 km
- 41 km
Today you have the choice of two bike routes. if you like, stroll through the Chateau de Beauregard’s art gallery. You’ll find over 327 portraits of famous European leaders that forged history between 14th and 17th Century. Looking for something more active? Ride through vineyards before arriving in front of the Fougeres-sur-Bieve drawbridge. Your ride then takes you on a delightful route as you follow the toues, or traditional boats along the path from Loire to Chaumont-sur-Loire. The city is famous for its fairy tale castle as well as the International Garden Festival which displays over 30 themed gardens with a variety of garden art.
This stage is longer or shorter depending on where you're staying the night (+ 10Km or - 7Km).
Take a self guided visit of the castle and the estate, enjoy the art and garden exhibitions as part of the International Garden Festival (from April 19 to November 2).
We recommend that you allow 3 hours for your visit.
- 21,00 € € Entrée adulte (18 ans et plus)
- 13,00 € € Entrée jeune (12 à 17 ans)
- 6,00 € € Entrée enfant (6 à 11 ans)
- 0,00 € € Entrée tout petit (moins de 6 ans)
- 13 km
- 22 km
Ride directly to the beautiful city of Amboise and let the medieval atmosphere of this city seduce you. Discover the architecture of the “château d’Amboise”, which is iconic of the transition period from Gothic and Renaissance architecture.
Take a self guided tour of Leonardo da Vinci's last living place : the castle, Leonardo's workshop, the cultural park and the "Leonardo da Vinci, painter and architect galeries".
We recommend that you allow 2 hours for your visit.
- 19,50 € € Entrée adulte (18 ans et plus)
- 14,00 € € Entrée jeune (7 à 17 ans)
- 0,00 € € Entrée enfant (moins de 7 ans)
Accommodation
Information
Beginning of the trip
You start your trip with a cycling day, and can arrive at any time of the day depending on the opening hours of the bike store or depot point. However, we recommend arriving at the departure point early enough in the morning to make the most of the day.
Please note that if you select the luggage transport option, you will be asked to arrive early in the morning of the first day.
To get to the departure point
By plane: flight to Paris or Tours and then train to Blois.
By train: arrive at Blois-Chambord train station, from Paris (direct or with connections), by regionnal train or high speed train (TGV). Plan your journey with Trainline.
Car park
If you’re coming by car, you can park your vehicle in one of the city’s public parking lots. You can also look at the Parkopedia website to find out the location and price of each parking lot.
To get back to the starting point
You take the train back to your departure point. The ticket can be bought in advance online or directly at the station on the day of travel. There are several trains during the day. If you’re traveling with your own bike, be sure to ask the SNCF about conditions for traveling with a bike.
- Loire Valley
- 3 day(s)
- Fairly easy
- ~ 28 km/day
- Itinerant
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- Loire Valley
- Fairly easy
- ~ 28 km/day
- Itinerant