Bike weekend around Chambord – Loire Valley
Castle of Blois, Chambord, Cheverny and Chaumont: the most prestigious castles of the Loire Valley for a nice gateway.
- Loire Valley
- 2 day(s)
- Easy
- ~ 33 km/day
- Loop
A cycling weekend around Blois
Take a break in the enchanting Loire Valley, and enjoy the “Loire à Vélo” cycling paths. You will find the famous Loire Valley castles on your itinerary among which the castle of Blois, the castle of Chambord, the castle of Cheverny or the castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire. You will ride across forests and Loire’s vineyards on exceptional and easy biking routes. Experience the magic and the quietness that lies in the favorite region of the frenck kings.
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)
- 23 km
- 51 km
Join the castle of Beauregard and stroll under the scrutiny of 327 portraits of personalities who have shaped European history from the 14th to the 17th century. Continue your way to Chailles. You have then the choice to go back directly to Blois along the Loire River or to make a detour to Chaumont-sur-Loire and its International Garden Festival (round trip : +28km). You can also make the half-hitch to Chaumont, go there by bike (14km) and return to Blois by putting your bikes in the regional train from Onzain - Chaumont-sur-Loire train station.
Accommodation
Standard
- Breakfast
- 2 stars
Comfort
- Breakfast
- 3 stars
Haut de gamme
- Breakfast
- 3/4 stars
Equipment
For this trip, bicycles are equipped with 2 waterproof saddle bags with a 10 to 20 L capacity each to carry your luggage. Do not forget to put your items in a soft travel bag to be able to place it easily in your saddle bags.
For more comfort, you can choose to add luggage transport in your booking:
- 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'll need during the day (included in your bike rental).
- We advise you to take an extra set of clothes with you if you expect to arrive before 5 p.m. at your accommodation.
Our word of advice : as we know from experience, we strongly recommend you to avoid wearing a backpack during your cycling trip.
On your arrival day, we provide you with:
- a touring bike suited to your size;
- equipment: a front panier, a saddlebag (or two if luggage transport is not included), a helmet (on demand).
- electric assisted bikes for children and adults (+1m35);
- children bikes suited to their size;
- children equipment (trailer, seat, follow-me system);
- tandems;
- electric three-wheeler.
Your tour is self-guided to give you the freedom to ride at your own pace. You will be provided with all the information you need to enjoy the itinerary and its points of interests. We can send printed travel documents (extra cost of €15 for printing and postage, in France only), which include:
- 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.
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
- 2 day(s)
- Easy
- ~ 33 km/day
- Loop
Tried and tested Trips!
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Experience15 years' experience in cycling to advise and satisfy you
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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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Quality of serviceA dedicated customer service team available and ready to listen, from the moment you book until you return from your holiday.
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Secure paymentIndividual or fractional payment by secure means via our website
- Loire Valley
- Easy
- ~ 33 km/day
- Loop
Description of trip prices
The price includes (based on a room for 2 people):
- 1 night accommodation in selected category
- 1 breakfast
- 2-day rental of a fully-equipped bike (saddle bags, locks)
- access to our mobile application including the roadbook and the practical and tourist information
- a visit of the chocolate factory Max Vauché
- 7/7 hotline
Children discount (in the same room as two full rate participants)
0-4 years : -70%
5-11 years : -50%
12-17 years : -30%
Price does not include:
· round-trip transportation to trip location
· tourist taxes
· drinks
· meals not included
· entrance fees to sites
· insurances (optional)
Standard
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Single room supplementdu 01/03/2025 au 31/10/202550 €/pers.
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Single room supplementdu 01/03/2026 au 31/10/202650 €/pers.
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Extra night in Blois (breakfast included) - Seasondu 01/04/2025 au 31/10/202570 €/pers.
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Extra fee Single Room Extra night in Blois (breakfast included) - Seasondu 01/04/2025 au 31/10/202545 €/pers.
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Extra night in Blois (breakfast included) - Seasondu 01/03/2026 au 15/11/202672 €/pers.
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Extra fee Single Room Extra night in Blois (breakfast included) - Seasondu 01/03/2026 au 15/11/202645 €/pers.
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Luggage transport (1 luggage per person) - Seasondu 29/03/2025 au 15/10/202535 €/pers.
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Luggage transport (1 luggage per person) - Seasondu 29/03/2026 au 15/10/202635 €/pers.
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Half board (1 dinner) - Seasondu 01/01/2025 au 31/12/202526 €/pers.
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Half board (1 dinner) - Seasondu 01/03/2025 au 15/11/202526 €/pers.
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E-bike40 €/pers.
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My own bike-35 €/pers.
Confort
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Single room supplementdu 01/03/2025 au 31/10/202570 €/pers.
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Single room supplementdu 01/03/2026 au 31/10/202670 €/pers.
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Extra night in Blois (breakfast included) - Seasondu 01/04/2025 au 31/10/202590 €/pers.
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Extra fee Single Room Extra night in Blois (breakfast included) - Seasondu 01/04/2025 au 31/10/202525 €/pers.
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Extra night in Blois (breakfast included) - Seasondu 01/03/2026 au 15/11/202692 €/pers.
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Extra fee Single Room Extra night in Blois (breakfast included) - Seasondu 01/03/2026 au 15/11/202625 €/pers.
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Luggage transport (1 luggage per person) - Seasondu 29/03/2025 au 15/10/202535 €/pers.
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Luggage transport (1 luggage per person) - Seasondu 29/03/2026 au 15/10/202635 €/pers.
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E-bike40 €/pers.
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My own bike-35 €/pers.
Haut de Gamme
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Single room supplementdu 01/03/2025 au 31/10/2025120 €/pers.
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Single room supplementdu 01/03/2026 au 31/10/2026120 €/pers.
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Extra night in Blois (breakfast included) - Seasondu 01/01/2025 au 30/12/202592 €/pers.
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Extra fee Single Room Extra night in Blois (breakfast included) - Seasondu 01/01/2025 au 30/12/202572 €/pers.
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Extra night in Blois (breakfast included) - Seasondu 01/03/2026 au 15/11/202695 €/pers.
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Extra fee Single Room Extra night in Blois (breakfast included) - Seasondu 01/03/2026 au 15/11/202672 €/pers.
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Luggage transport (1 luggage per person) - Seasondu 29/03/2025 au 15/10/202535 €/pers.
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Luggage transport (1 luggage per person) - Seasondu 29/03/2026 au 15/10/202635 €/pers.
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Half board (1 dinner) - Seasondu 01/01/2025 au 31/12/202535 €/pers.
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Half board (1 dinner) - Seasondu 01/03/2026 au 15/11/202635 €/pers.
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E-bike40 €/pers.
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My own bike-35 €/pers.