A 3-days bike tour around Blois and the Loire valley
Start from Blois and let this trip take you on a weekend tour of the castles of Blois, Chambord and Cheverny, along quiet roads and cycle paths in the Chambord forest.
- Loire Valley
- 3 day(s)
- Fairly easy
- ~ 31 km/day
- Loop
Loop tour of Blois, Chambord and Cheverny
This loop itinerary from Blois will make you discover the treasures of this beautiful region of France. Sometimes in the forest, sometimes in the plains, sometimes along the Loire, you will appreciate the peace and the calm by an itinerary accessible to all. With family, friends or as a couple, this short cycling holiday will take you on the traces of the history of France with the castles of Chambord, Cheverny, Troussay and Fougères-sur-Bièvre that will stand on your way. You will end up along the Loire to reach Blois where you can discover the renowned castle of Blois and the charm of the old town.
Program
- 30 km
- + 115 m
Enter the magnificent forest of Chambord. Take a peek at the sculpted salamanders engraved on the walls of the most extravagant castle of the Loire Valley, masterpiece of French Renaissance. Take the double staircase in which two people can go up and down without seeing each other. That will lead you to the royal apartments of Francis I and Louis XIV. Then, continue to the small village of Bracieux.
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)
- 26 km
- + 75 m
After a visit to Max Vauché's chocolate factory, you're back on the road through the countryside. Ride along the banks of the Beuvron and discover the small château of Villesavin, before pedaling through the countryside and breathing in the fresh air. You'll then fall back into childhood at the Château de Cheverny, which inspired the famous Château de Moulinsart in Tintin, before reaching Chitenay.
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.
- 38 km
- + 154 m
Enjoy on your way the beauty of the castle of Fougères-Sur-Bièvres which is distinguished from the great castles of the Loire by a sober and powerful architecture. Continue to wander in the nature until the edges of the Loire which you will follow until you reach Blois. You will enjoy the charms of the old town and castle.
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 (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
Your cycling trip is a loop, so you return to your starting town by bike.
- Loire Valley
- 3 day(s)
- Fairly easy
- ~ 31 km/day
- Loop
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- Experience15 years' experience in cycling to advise and satisfy you
- Tested & ApprovedThe whole team goes out into the field to design the itineraries and select the best partners (accommodation, bikes, etc.).
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- Loire Valley
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- ~ 31 km/day
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