Cycle and e-bike tours exploring the heritage, nature and scenery of Drôme and Ardèche, two departments where cycling takes pride of place.
Exploring a region by bike is an environmentally responsible way to travel. Electric assistance opens cycle touring to more people, whatever the terrain. You do not need to be a highly trained, experienced cyclist to enjoy the places along the way at a relaxed pace, close to nature.
From Mont Gerbier-de-Jonc to the lavender of Provençal Drôme, via the Dolce Via, ViaRhôna and Via Ardèche, and from the legendary roads of the Ardéchoise to the foot of Mont Ventoux, the authors invite readers to explore exceptional cycling country.
They have devised eight circular itineraries of three to five days, with many alternatives, including shorter options for a weekend. The routes follow greenways and original itineraries on small roads with as little traffic as possible. Occasional compacted surfaces or dirt tracks are suitable for hybrid bikes and e-bikes.
Short stages of about 40 to 50 km, or three to four hours of leisurely cycling, leave time for visits and activities en route or at each stop.
- Eight routes of three to five days, with numerous shorter alternatives.
- A combined 29 days and 1,250 km of travel.
- Detailed maps, elevation profiles, precise descriptions, downloadable GPS tracks, tourist information and accommodation.
