Savigny-en-Véron
Villandry
St-Brevin-les-Pins
2010
The "Loire à Vélo" is more than just a cycle route, offering a whole host of services adapted for cycling tourists:
www.loire-a-velo.fr
Plan your adventures with
Candes-St-Martin Saumur
Troglodytes
topo-guides and maps
A network of accredited accommodation Accommodation units that have been awarded the "Loire à Vélo - Accueil Vélo" open their doors to cycle tourists and offer them a special welcome: a specially adapted breakfast for cyclists, an enclosed area for storing bicycles, repair equipment and many other services.
Two “topo-guides” in French devoted to the "Loire à Vélo" trail present the route in detail from Orléans to the Atlantic ocean, and also offer variants. The guidebooks contain information about services and facilities adapted for cyclists in addition to practical and tourist information for effectively planning your bike ride or cycling holiday.
www.loire-a-velo.fr everything for planning your holidays
Nantes - Trentemoult
All practical information can be viewed and downloaded at www.loire-a-velo.fr > contact details for accommodation and bike hire and repair outlets
Orléans
These hotels, campsites, guest houses and gîtes
Travel light! Many establishments also offer a luggage transfer service to the following establishment where you will stay.
> packages “La Loire à Vélo de Nevers à l'Atlantique” published by Éditions Chamina
are recommended for overnight stays.
Bike hire and repair Professional bike hire and repair outlets based along the route are committed to offering equipment and services adapted to cycling tourists.
Find these professionals online at www.loire-a-velo.fr
Packages for travelling in total freedom along the banks of the Loire
> news and not-to-be-missed events > downloadable routes for planning your overnight stays
Six maps of the French part of EuroVelo 6 are available, including 4 of the "Loire à Vélo" route, which are easy-touse and are offered individually or as a set.
are located close to the "Loire à Vélo" trail and
> high-quality bicycles > professional advice > breakdown and repair service > bike transport > additional cycling equipment available > useful documentation for touring cyclists > weather information > adapted opening times…
The complete "Loire à Vélo" Trail from Nevers to the Atlantic published by Éditions Ouest France
> ideas for visits and exploring the area … and much more!
“EuroVelo 6 de l’Atlantique au Rhin à Vélo” published by Kartographie Huber
How do I get to the route? TGV RAILWAY STATIONS Tours, Saumur, Angers, Nantes, St-Nazaire INTERLOIRE AND TER TRAIN SERVICES TER trains are accessible to bikes (subject to availability), connecting Orléans to Nantes several times a day and serving numerous train stations along the way.
Chambord
All timetables and information available at www.voyages-sncf.com
Chenonceau
AIRPORTS If you want to pedal light and have everything organised for you, why not be tempted by
Tours, Angers, Nantes
Document published in February 2010 by the CRT Centre and the SEM Régionale des Pays de la Loire on behalf of the Centre and Pays de la Loire Regional Councils.
one of our package deals: accommodation, luggage transfer, bike hire, maps and routes in
All rights to maps, texts and photos reserved. The information contained in this brochure may not engage the responsability of the CRT Centre and the SEM Régionale des Pays de la Loire or the organisations that disseminate it.
addition to assistance from cycling tourism professionals available 7 days a week.
Photos Centre: M. Jauneaud / Château de Villandry ; P. Berthé / CMN ; Stéphanie Le Donne ; A. Brüggemann ; P. Aucante, M. Berger, A. Clarysse, J. Damase, Henneghien, C. Lazi, E. Mangeat, C. Mouton, J. Puyo, X. Renauld, L. Savignac, Y. Wemaëre / CRT Centre. Pays de la Loire: G.Arnaud, B.Schoch, Ph.Caharel, J.P.Klein, J.M.Mouchet / SEM Régionale des Pays de la Loire ; Nautilus-Nantes ; S.Laval, B.Warion / Région Pays de la Loire ; D.Darrault ; D.Macel / Ville de St-Nazaire. Cover: Le canal de la Martinière, Nantes, Château d'Ussé.
Discover a range of holiday ideas at www.loire-a-velo.fr
Bouchemaine
Paimbœuf
Graphic design: Féminin - Print: LNG - Translation: Hancock Hutton Langues Services Printed with plant-based ink on paper from sustainably managed forests.
La Loire à Vélo 800 kilometres of discovery
Itinerary
Centre
St-Benoît-sur-Loire
ROSCOFF
surroundings, the river’s natural banks with gardens to gaze at, characterful towns, the Loire châteaux and other remarkable sites, as well as vineyards set in unspoilt natural surroundings.
Montsoreau
1
From Cuffy in Cher to Saint-Brevin-les-Pins in Loire-Atlantique, the "Loire à Vélo" route The "Loire à Vélo" trail currently offers 660 of the 800 kilometres of routes soon to be available.
The "Loire à Vélo" route is a unique experience offering discovery and emotion!
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The "Loire à Vélo" trail forms part of the EuroVelo 6 route, which enables cyclists to travel from the Atlantic seaboard to the Black Sea, following the courses of rivers (Loire, Rhine, Danube)
The "Loire à Vélo" offers:
800 2 6
across 10 countries over 3,650 kilometres. www.eurovelo6.org
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Contacts
Departmental Tourist Boards
Comité Régional du Tourisme du Centre 37 avenue de Paris – F - 45000 Orléans 00 33 (0) 2 38 79 95 28 - www.visaloire.com
CDT Anjou 00 33 (0) 2 41 23 51 51 www.anjou-tourisme.com
CDT Loir-et-Cher 00 33 (0) 2 54 57 00 41 www.coeur-val-de-loire.com
Ancenis 00 33 (0) 2 40 83 07 44 www.pays-ancenis.fr
Azay-le-Rideau 00 33 (0) 2 47 45 44 40 www.ot-paysazaylerideau.com
Langeais Castelvalerie 00 33 (0) 2 47 96 58 22 www.tourisme-langeais.com
Saint-Brevin-les-Pins 00 33 (0) 2 40 27 24 32 www.mairie-saint-brevin.fr
Saumur 00 33 (0) 2 41 40 20 60 www.saumur-tourisme.com
SEM Régionale des Pays de la Loire Info Tourisme 1 place de la Galarne – BP 80221 - F - 44202 Nantes cedex 2 00 33 (0) 2 40 89 89 89 - www.paysdelaloire.co.uk
CDT Cher 00 33 (0) 2 48 48 00 10 www.berry.fr
CDT Loire-Atlantique 00 33 (0) 2 51 72 95 40 www.ohlaloireatlantique.com
Angers 00 33 (0) 2 41 23 50 00 www.angersloiretourisme.com
Blois – Pays de Chambord 00 33 (0) 2 54 90 41 41 www.bloispaysdechambord.com
Nantes 00 33 (0) 8 92 46 40 44 www.nantes-tourisme.com
Saint-Nazaire 00 33 (0) 2 40 22 40 65 www.saint-nazaire-tourisme.com
Tours 00 33 (0) 2 47 70 37 37 www.ligeris.com
CDT Loiret 00 33 (0) 2 38 78 04 04 www.tourismeloiret.com
CDT Touraine 00 33 (0) 2 47 31 47 48 www.tourism-touraine.com
Amboise 00 33 (0) 2 47 57 09 28 www.amboise-valdeloire.com
Chinon 00 33 (0) 2 47 93 17 85 www.chinon.com
Orléans 00 33 (0) 2 38 24 05 05 www.tourisme-orleans.com
Sancerre 00 33 (0) 2 48 54 08 21 www.ville-sancerre.fr
Mission Val de Loire 00 33 (0) 2 47 66 94 49 - www.valdeloire.org
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Estuaire is an artistic adventure in 3 instalments, whose epilogue is planned for 2011. Approximately thirty artists creates works of art presented at various sites in Nantes, Saint-Nazaire and along 60 kilometres of the banks of the Loire estuary: prepare yourself for an astonishing adventure.
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Continued bike route
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Since November 2000, from Sully-sur-Loire (Loiret) to Chalonnes-sur-Loire (Maine-etLoire), the Loire Valley has been listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO for its cultural landscapes. It is the largest area in France to be listed as such, stretching out over a length of 280 kilometres and representing a surface area of 800 km2. In addition to the Loire and its banks and hillsides, the defined area incorporates the historical heart of major towns and includes key areas which form an integral part of the Loire landscape.
is laid out section by section.
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The "Loire à Vélo" trail passes through the Pays de la Loire and Loire Valley regions as well as the Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Nature Park. Take the time to discover a rich and diverse heritage by bike alongside the majestic river and recharge your batteries in the heart of an exceptional thriving cultural landscape.
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The Loire as a constant companion
Along the entire length of the "Loire à Vélo" trail, the Loire landscape invites you to indulge in escapism and discovery. Set out on a bike ride and the Loire will offer you the keys to 2,000 years of History. The route alternates between cycle paths and small roads with little traffic. The route is signposted in both directions for your convenience and safety. Follow the signs!
Orléans
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Pays de la Loire
Eurovelo and Velocean itinerary
Forêt d'Orléans
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Paris
Planned route
May enne
Pays de la Loire and Loire Valley
La Loire à Vélo
Temporary itinerary The Loire Valley displays all aspects of the good life. Its internationally renowned vineyards offer high-quality vintage wines and a wide range of AOC (protected designation of origin) wines. Learn how to enjoy them, in moderation of course.
llie
VIENNE
6 BUDAPEST
CONSTANTA
Savigny-en-Véron
Villandry
St-Brevin-les-Pins
2010
The "Loire à Vélo" is more than just a cycle route, offering a whole host of services adapted for cycling tourists:
www.loire-a-velo.fr
Plan your adventures with
Candes-St-Martin Saumur
Troglodytes
topo-guides and maps
A network of accredited accommodation Accommodation units that have been awarded the "Loire à Vélo - Accueil Vélo" open their doors to cycle tourists and offer them a special welcome: a specially adapted breakfast for cyclists, an enclosed area for storing bicycles, repair equipment and many other services.
Two “topo-guides” in French devoted to the "Loire à Vélo" trail present the route in detail from Orléans to the Atlantic ocean, and also offer variants. The guidebooks contain information about services and facilities adapted for cyclists in addition to practical and tourist information for effectively planning your bike ride or cycling holiday.
www.loire-a-velo.fr everything for planning your holidays
Nantes - Trentemoult
All practical information can be viewed and downloaded at www.loire-a-velo.fr > contact details for accommodation and bike hire and repair outlets
Orléans
These hotels, campsites, guest houses and gîtes
Travel light! Many establishments also offer a luggage transfer service to the following establishment where you will stay.
> packages “La Loire à Vélo de Nevers à l'Atlantique” published by Éditions Chamina
are recommended for overnight stays.
Bike hire and repair Professional bike hire and repair outlets based along the route are committed to offering equipment and services adapted to cycling tourists.
Find these professionals online at www.loire-a-velo.fr
Packages for travelling in total freedom along the banks of the Loire
> news and not-to-be-missed events > downloadable routes for planning your overnight stays
Six maps of the French part of EuroVelo 6 are available, including 4 of the "Loire à Vélo" route, which are easy-touse and are offered individually or as a set.
are located close to the "Loire à Vélo" trail and
> high-quality bicycles > professional advice > breakdown and repair service > bike transport > additional cycling equipment available > useful documentation for touring cyclists > weather information > adapted opening times…
The complete "Loire à Vélo" Trail from Nevers to the Atlantic published by Éditions Ouest France
> ideas for visits and exploring the area … and much more!
“EuroVelo 6 de l’Atlantique au Rhin à Vélo” published by Kartographie Huber
How do I get to the route? TGV RAILWAY STATIONS Tours, Saumur, Angers, Nantes, St-Nazaire INTERLOIRE AND TER TRAIN SERVICES TER trains are accessible to bikes (subject to availability), connecting Orléans to Nantes several times a day and serving numerous train stations along the way.
Chambord
All timetables and information available at www.voyages-sncf.com
Chenonceau
AIRPORTS If you want to pedal light and have everything organised for you, why not be tempted by
Tours, Angers, Nantes
Document published in February 2010 by the CRT Centre and the SEM Régionale des Pays de la Loire on behalf of the Centre and Pays de la Loire Regional Councils.
one of our package deals: accommodation, luggage transfer, bike hire, maps and routes in
All rights to maps, texts and photos reserved. The information contained in this brochure may not engage the responsability of the CRT Centre and the SEM Régionale des Pays de la Loire or the organisations that disseminate it.
addition to assistance from cycling tourism professionals available 7 days a week.
Photos Centre: M. Jauneaud / Château de Villandry ; P. Berthé / CMN ; Stéphanie Le Donne ; A. Brüggemann ; P. Aucante, M. Berger, A. Clarysse, J. Damase, Henneghien, C. Lazi, E. Mangeat, C. Mouton, J. Puyo, X. Renauld, L. Savignac, Y. Wemaëre / CRT Centre. Pays de la Loire: G.Arnaud, B.Schoch, Ph.Caharel, J.P.Klein, J.M.Mouchet / SEM Régionale des Pays de la Loire ; Nautilus-Nantes ; S.Laval, B.Warion / Région Pays de la Loire ; D.Darrault ; D.Macel / Ville de St-Nazaire. Cover: Le canal de la Martinière, Nantes, Château d'Ussé.
Discover a range of holiday ideas at www.loire-a-velo.fr
Bouchemaine
Paimbœuf
Graphic design: Féminin - Print: LNG - Translation: Hancock Hutton Langues Services Printed with plant-based ink on paper from sustainably managed forests.
La Loire à Vélo 800 kilometres of discovery
Savigny-en-Véron
Villandry
St-Brevin-les-Pins
2010
The "Loire à Vélo" is more than just a cycle route, offering a whole host of services adapted for cycling tourists:
www.loire-a-velo.fr
Plan your adventures with
Candes-St-Martin Saumur
Troglodytes
topo-guides and maps
A network of accredited accommodation Accommodation units that have been awarded the "Loire à Vélo - Accueil Vélo" open their doors to cycle tourists and offer them a special welcome: a specially adapted breakfast for cyclists, an enclosed area for storing bicycles, repair equipment and many other services.
Two “topo-guides” in French devoted to the "Loire à Vélo" trail present the route in detail from Orléans to the Atlantic ocean, and also offer variants. The guidebooks contain information about services and facilities adapted for cyclists in addition to practical and tourist information for effectively planning your bike ride or cycling holiday.
www.loire-a-velo.fr everything for planning your holidays
Nantes - Trentemoult
All practical information can be viewed and downloaded at www.loire-a-velo.fr > contact details for accommodation and bike hire and repair outlets
Orléans
These hotels, campsites, guest houses and gîtes
Travel light! Many establishments also offer a luggage transfer service to the following establishment where you will stay.
> packages “La Loire à Vélo de Nevers à l'Atlantique” published by Éditions Chamina
are recommended for overnight stays.
Bike hire and repair Professional bike hire and repair outlets based along the route are committed to offering equipment and services adapted to cycling tourists.
Find these professionals online at www.loire-a-velo.fr
Packages for travelling in total freedom along the banks of the Loire
> news and not-to-be-missed events > downloadable routes for planning your overnight stays
Six maps of the French part of EuroVelo 6 are available, including 4 of the "Loire à Vélo" route, which are easy-touse and are offered individually or as a set.
are located close to the "Loire à Vélo" trail and
> high-quality bicycles > professional advice > breakdown and repair service > bike transport > additional cycling equipment available > useful documentation for touring cyclists > weather information > adapted opening times…
The complete "Loire à Vélo" Trail from Nevers to the Atlantic published by Éditions Ouest France
> ideas for visits and exploring the area … and much more!
“EuroVelo 6 de l’Atlantique au Rhin à Vélo” published by Kartographie Huber
How do I get to the route? TGV RAILWAY STATIONS Tours, Saumur, Angers, Nantes, St-Nazaire INTERLOIRE AND TER TRAIN SERVICES TER trains are accessible to bikes (subject to availability), connecting Orléans to Nantes several times a day and serving numerous train stations along the way.
Chambord
All timetables and information available at www.voyages-sncf.com
Chenonceau
AIRPORTS If you want to pedal light and have everything organised for you, why not be tempted by
Tours, Angers, Nantes
Document published in February 2010 by the CRT Centre and the SEM Régionale des Pays de la Loire on behalf of the Centre and Pays de la Loire Regional Councils.
one of our package deals: accommodation, luggage transfer, bike hire, maps and routes in
All rights to maps, texts and photos reserved. The information contained in this brochure may not engage the responsability of the CRT Centre and the SEM Régionale des Pays de la Loire or the organisations that disseminate it.
addition to assistance from cycling tourism professionals available 7 days a week.
Photos Centre: M. Jauneaud / Château de Villandry ; P. Berthé / CMN ; Stéphanie Le Donne ; A. Brüggemann ; P. Aucante, M. Berger, A. Clarysse, J. Damase, Henneghien, C. Lazi, E. Mangeat, C. Mouton, J. Puyo, X. Renauld, L. Savignac, Y. Wemaëre / CRT Centre. Pays de la Loire: G.Arnaud, B.Schoch, Ph.Caharel, J.P.Klein, J.M.Mouchet / SEM Régionale des Pays de la Loire ; Nautilus-Nantes ; S.Laval, B.Warion / Région Pays de la Loire ; D.Darrault ; D.Macel / Ville de St-Nazaire. Cover: Le canal de la Martinière, Nantes, Château d'Ussé.
Discover a range of holiday ideas at www.loire-a-velo.fr
Bouchemaine
Paimbœuf
Graphic design: Féminin - Print: LNG - Translation: Hancock Hutton Langues Services Printed with plant-based ink on paper from sustainably managed forests.
La Loire à Vélo 800 kilometres of discovery
Itinerary
Centre
St-Benoît-sur-Loire
ROSCOFF
surroundings, the river’s natural banks with gardens to gaze at, characterful towns, the Loire châteaux and other remarkable sites, as well as vineyards set in unspoilt natural surroundings.
Montsoreau
1
From Cuffy in Cher to Saint-Brevin-les-Pins in Loire-Atlantique, the "Loire à Vélo" route The "Loire à Vélo" trail currently offers 660 of the 800 kilometres of routes soon to be available.
The "Loire à Vélo" route is a unique experience offering discovery and emotion!
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This is the point where the Loire joins the Atlantic Ocean; the opportunity to follow the route Southwards or Northwards along the specially created tracks and to discover coves, long sandy beaches and famous coastal resorts.
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The "Loire à Vélo" trail forms part of the EuroVelo 6 route, which enables cyclists to travel from the Atlantic seaboard to the Black Sea, following the courses of rivers (Loire, Rhine, Danube)
The "Loire à Vélo" offers:
800 2 6
across 10 countries over 3,650 kilometres. www.eurovelo6.org
12 110 280
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Departmental Tourist Boards
Comité Régional du Tourisme du Centre 37 avenue de Paris – F - 45000 Orléans 00 33 (0) 2 38 79 95 28 - www.visaloire.com
CDT Anjou 00 33 (0) 2 41 23 51 51 www.anjou-tourisme.com
CDT Loir-et-Cher 00 33 (0) 2 54 57 00 41 www.coeur-val-de-loire.com
Ancenis 00 33 (0) 2 40 83 07 44 www.pays-ancenis.fr
Azay-le-Rideau 00 33 (0) 2 47 45 44 40 www.ot-paysazaylerideau.com
Langeais Castelvalerie 00 33 (0) 2 47 96 58 22 www.tourisme-langeais.com
Saint-Brevin-les-Pins 00 33 (0) 2 40 27 24 32 www.mairie-saint-brevin.fr
Saumur 00 33 (0) 2 41 40 20 60 www.saumur-tourisme.com
SEM Régionale des Pays de la Loire Info Tourisme 1 place de la Galarne – BP 80221 - F - 44202 Nantes cedex 2 00 33 (0) 2 40 89 89 89 - www.paysdelaloire.co.uk
CDT Cher 00 33 (0) 2 48 48 00 10 www.berry.fr
CDT Loire-Atlantique 00 33 (0) 2 51 72 95 40 www.ohlaloireatlantique.com
Angers 00 33 (0) 2 41 23 50 00 www.angersloiretourisme.com
Blois – Pays de Chambord 00 33 (0) 2 54 90 41 41 www.bloispaysdechambord.com
Nantes 00 33 (0) 8 92 46 40 44 www.nantes-tourisme.com
Saint-Nazaire 00 33 (0) 2 40 22 40 65 www.saint-nazaire-tourisme.com
Tours 00 33 (0) 2 47 70 37 37 www.ligeris.com
CDT Loiret 00 33 (0) 2 38 78 04 04 www.tourismeloiret.com
CDT Touraine 00 33 (0) 2 47 31 47 48 www.tourism-touraine.com
Amboise 00 33 (0) 2 47 57 09 28 www.amboise-valdeloire.com
Chinon 00 33 (0) 2 47 93 17 85 www.chinon.com
Orléans 00 33 (0) 2 38 24 05 05 www.tourisme-orleans.com
Sancerre 00 33 (0) 2 48 54 08 21 www.ville-sancerre.fr
Mission Val de Loire 00 33 (0) 2 47 66 94 49 - www.valdeloire.org
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Estuaire is an artistic adventure in 3 instalments, whose epilogue is planned for 2011. Approximately thirty artists creates works of art presented at various sites in Nantes, Saint-Nazaire and along 60 kilometres of the banks of the Loire estuary: prepare yourself for an astonishing adventure.
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Since November 2000, from Sully-sur-Loire (Loiret) to Chalonnes-sur-Loire (Maine-etLoire), the Loire Valley has been listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO for its cultural landscapes. It is the largest area in France to be listed as such, stretching out over a length of 280 kilometres and representing a surface area of 800 km2. In addition to the Loire and its banks and hillsides, the defined area incorporates the historical heart of major towns and includes key areas which form an integral part of the Loire landscape.
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The "Loire à Vélo" trail passes through the Pays de la Loire and Loire Valley regions as well as the Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Nature Park. Take the time to discover a rich and diverse heritage by bike alongside the majestic river and recharge your batteries in the heart of an exceptional thriving cultural landscape.
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The Loire as a constant companion
Along the entire length of the "Loire à Vélo" trail, the Loire landscape invites you to indulge in escapism and discovery. Set out on a bike ride and the Loire will offer you the keys to 2,000 years of History. The route alternates between cycle paths and small roads with little traffic. The route is signposted in both directions for your convenience and safety. Follow the signs!
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Eurovelo and Velocean itinerary
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Pays de la Loire and Loire Valley
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Temporary itinerary The Loire Valley displays all aspects of the good life. Its internationally renowned vineyards offer high-quality vintage wines and a wide range of AOC (protected designation of origin) wines. Learn how to enjoy them, in moderation of course.
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The "Loire à Vélo" is more than just a cycle route, offering a whole host of services adapted for cycling tourists:
www.loire-a-velo.fr
Plan your adventures with
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topo-guides and maps
A network of accredited accommodation Accommodation units that have been awarded the "Loire à Vélo - Accueil Vélo" open their doors to cycle tourists and offer them a special welcome: a specially adapted breakfast for cyclists, an enclosed area for storing bicycles, repair equipment and many other services.
Two “topo-guides” in French devoted to the "Loire à Vélo" trail present the route in detail from Orléans to the Atlantic ocean, and also offer variants. The guidebooks contain information about services and facilities adapted for cyclists in addition to practical and tourist information for effectively planning your bike ride or cycling holiday.
www.loire-a-velo.fr everything for planning your holidays
Nantes - Trentemoult
All practical information can be viewed and downloaded at www.loire-a-velo.fr > contact details for accommodation and bike hire and repair outlets
Orléans
These hotels, campsites, guest houses and gîtes
Travel light! Many establishments also offer a luggage transfer service to the following establishment where you will stay.
> packages “La Loire à Vélo de Nevers à l'Atlantique” published by Éditions Chamina
are recommended for overnight stays.
Bike hire and repair Professional bike hire and repair outlets based along the route are committed to offering equipment and services adapted to cycling tourists.
Find these professionals online at www.loire-a-velo.fr
Packages for travelling in total freedom along the banks of the Loire
> news and not-to-be-missed events > downloadable routes for planning your overnight stays
Six maps of the French part of EuroVelo 6 are available, including 4 of the "Loire à Vélo" route, which are easy-touse and are offered individually or as a set.
are located close to the "Loire à Vélo" trail and
> high-quality bicycles > professional advice > breakdown and repair service > bike transport > additional cycling equipment available > useful documentation for touring cyclists > weather information > adapted opening times…
The complete "Loire à Vélo" Trail from Nevers to the Atlantic published by Éditions Ouest France
> ideas for visits and exploring the area … and much more!
“EuroVelo 6 de l’Atlantique au Rhin à Vélo” published by Kartographie Huber
How do I get to the route? TGV RAILWAY STATIONS Tours, Saumur, Angers, Nantes, St-Nazaire INTERLOIRE AND TER TRAIN SERVICES TER trains are accessible to bikes (subject to availability), connecting Orléans to Nantes several times a day and serving numerous train stations along the way.
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All timetables and information available at www.voyages-sncf.com
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AIRPORTS If you want to pedal light and have everything organised for you, why not be tempted by
Tours, Angers, Nantes
Document published in February 2010 by the CRT Centre and the SEM Régionale des Pays de la Loire on behalf of the Centre and Pays de la Loire Regional Councils.
one of our package deals: accommodation, luggage transfer, bike hire, maps and routes in
All rights to maps, texts and photos reserved. The information contained in this brochure may not engage the responsability of the CRT Centre and the SEM Régionale des Pays de la Loire or the organisations that disseminate it.
addition to assistance from cycling tourism professionals available 7 days a week.
Photos Centre: M. Jauneaud / Château de Villandry ; P. Berthé / CMN ; Stéphanie Le Donne ; A. Brüggemann ; P. Aucante, M. Berger, A. Clarysse, J. Damase, Henneghien, C. Lazi, E. Mangeat, C. Mouton, J. Puyo, X. Renauld, L. Savignac, Y. Wemaëre / CRT Centre. Pays de la Loire: G.Arnaud, B.Schoch, Ph.Caharel, J.P.Klein, J.M.Mouchet / SEM Régionale des Pays de la Loire ; Nautilus-Nantes ; S.Laval, B.Warion / Région Pays de la Loire ; D.Darrault ; D.Macel / Ville de St-Nazaire. Cover: Le canal de la Martinière, Nantes, Château d'Ussé.
Discover a range of holiday ideas at www.loire-a-velo.fr
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Graphic design: Féminin - Print: LNG - Translation: Hancock Hutton Langues Services Printed with plant-based ink on paper from sustainably managed forests.
La Loire à Vélo 800 kilometres of discovery