The Loire by Bike: The Royal Route from Cuffy to the Atlantic

The Loire by Bike is France's most iconic cycling route. Stretching over 900 km, this section of EuroVelo 6 follows the last wild river in Europe, from Cuffy (near Nevers) to Saint-Brevin-les-Pins. An accessible route for everyone, ideal for families and experienced cyclists alike.

A Journey to the Heart of UNESCO World Heritage

Following the river's course, you'll traverse landscapes of exceptional diversity:

• Royal Cities: Orléans, Blois, Tours, Saumur, and Nantes.
• Loire Valley Castles: Chambord, Chenonceau, Amboise, Azay-le-Rideau... experience life in a castle at every turn.
• Nature & Local Flavors: Renowned vineyards, troglodyte dwellings, and sandbanks where terns and beavers nest.

Why use a guidebook for your trip?

For a stress-free cycling trip (5 to 15 days), our guidebooks and detailed maps are your best allies:

• Precise mapping: Visualize the types of roads, elevation changes, and services (water fountains, train stations).
• Certified accommodations: A selection of campsites, hotels, and guesthouses adapted for cyclists.
• Practical advice: Bike preparation, choosing luggage, and technical tips.

Connections: Go even further!

The Loire à Vélo route is the crossroads of France's major cycling routes:

• The Vélo Francette: Towards Normandy from Saumur or Angers.
• The Scandibérique (EuroVelo 3): Junction in Tours to head up towards Paris or down towards the Pyrenees.
• The Vélodyssée (EuroVelo 1): Junction in Nantes to explore the entire Atlantic coast.