Cycling the Canal de la Garonne

Author: Declan Lyons
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN: 1783626909
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 192

Book Description
This guidebook presents a cycle ride along the Canal de la Garonne in the south of France. The 290km route is covered in 7 stages from bustling Bordeaux to the splendid rose city of Toulouse, with a 135km excursion from to Lacanau on the Atlantic coast. Optional side trips explore the countryside and historical towns and villages, including Agen, Moissac, Marmande and Montauban. Mainly flat and easy cycling, including 193km along the main canal towpath, this is an easy route suitable for lone cyclists, families, groups and those using e-bikes. It is perfect for those planning a cycling holiday, and for people boating on the canal or holidaying nearby who want to get out and explore. A detailed route description is accompanied by 1:50,000 maps, with fascinating information about the places encountered along the route and notes on the region's history and the building of the canal. The guidebook also contains practical information on travel, choosing the right bike and equipment, facilities and cycle shops.

Cycling the Canal de la Garonne

Author: Declan Lyons
Publisher: Cicerone Press
ISBN: 1783626895
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 193

The Moselle Cycle Route

Author: Mike Wells
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN: 178362082X
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 302

Book Description
This guidebook provides 14 stages of route description to cycling along the Moselle river, a route that offers stunning scenery, plentiful accommodation and places to eat and drink, and straightforward cycling throughout. A well-waymarked, generally downhill 512km route, it is mostly off-road and on well-surfaced cycle tracks (mainly asphalt) with virtually no gradients, and the majority is along the riverbank or on canal towpaths. From its source in the Vosges Mountains of eastern France, the Moselle flows through the French region of Lorraine and crosses into Luxembourg then into the German Rheinland region before it reaches its confluence with the Rhine at the west German city of Koblenz. Suitable for both veteran long-distance cyclists and for newcomers to cycle touring who wish to start with an easy-to-follow journey, the route can be completed in a week by fit cyclists, cycling two stages per day. Two weeks allow for alternative stages and optional excursions through the Saar and Rhine gorges and to visit the Boucles de Moselle and the city of Luxembourg, and give enough time for sightseeing and a leisurely riding pace.

The River Rhone Cycle Route

Author: Mike Wells
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN: 1783629568
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 294

Book Description
Guidebook to the River Rhone Cycle Route, an 895km bicycle ride from the Alps of central Switzerland to the Mediterranean Sea, near Marseille, France. The route - which is mostly downhill, except for an optional 15km climb to the start point at Furkapass - is divided into 20 stages (averaging 45km per stage) and can be completed by most cyclists in 12-14 days. The route uses two waymarked national cycle trails: the Swiss R1 Rhone Route and the French ViaRhona, which together have been adopted by the ECF (European Cyclists' Federation) as EuroVelo route EV17. The guide provides detailed route descriptions and 1:150,000 mapping for each stage, as well as two route options along either the north or south shore of Lake Geneva. It also includes plenty of practical advice such as preparing for the journey, transport options there and back, what to take, accommodation en route and a French/German glossary.

Brittany's Green Ways

Author: G. H. Randall
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780956869968
Category : Brittany (France)
Languages : en
Pages : 135

Book Description
This updated edition details the recent developments in the Green Way network in Brittany as well as various new long distance cycle routes. The guide maps a major part of the current network, notes places of interest nearby, and provides a directory of overnight accommodation.

Cycling the Canal du Midi

Author: Declan Lyons
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN: 1783625104
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 222

Book Description
This guidebook describes a 240km cycle ride along the length of the Canal du Midi in southern France. Starting at Toulouse in the Haute Garonne and finishing at Sète on the Mediterranean Coast, the route is divided into five stages of about 50km. It is a flat, car-free and picturesque route mainly on the towpath, and is suitable for all abilities. The guide is written for those who want to explore the canal and visit attractions along the way. There are lots of optional detours to sites of interest near the canal, as well as six longer excursions including fortified Carcassone, Roman Narbonne, Vendres lagoon and the Portiragnes marshes. Detailed route descriptions are crammed with additional information about points of interest passed, and 1:200,000 scale maps clearly show the route for each stage of the way. Begun in 1666 the Canal du Midi is one of the world's most picturesque waterways and a World Heritage Site. This is 'La France Profonde', a region rich in history and culture, as seen in the grand homes and chateaux that grace the water's edge, and the fascinating Cathar strongholds of Carcassone, Lastours and Minerve.

The Rough Guide to France

Author: David Abram
Publisher: Rough Guides
ISBN: 9781843530565
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 1354

Book Description
From cosmopolitan Paris to the sunny Cote d'Azur, from historical Normandy to the rocky Pyrenes, this new edition updates the best of towns, attractions, and landscapes of every region. 100 maps. of color photos.

From Sea to Sea

Author: L. T. C. Rolt
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 240

Book Description

The Nantes-Brest Canal

Author: Wendy Mewes
Publisher: Red Dog
ISBN: 9780956869913
Category : Canals
Languages : en
Pages : 128

Book Description
An illustrated guide to the entire 365km length of the Nantes-Brest Canal, this book looks at the history and evolution of the waterway, as well as providing practical information on nearby hotels, B&Bs, hostels, campsites and other local amenities.

Cycling Northern France

Author: Emeritus Professor of Russian Richard Peace
Publisher: Excellent
ISBN: 9781901464283
Category : Bicycle touring
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
"The book and map describe touring routes north of the Loire. The book also details an additional 100-plus greenways, covering all the major off-road traffic-free trails in Northern France. The waterproof map describes 8 touring routes with 1:200,000 Michelin mapping plus detailed area and town maps. The 8 routes are - Brittany Coast to Coast; Around the Cotentin; St. Malo - Mont St. Michel Circular; Avenue Verte & Seine Valley (Dieppe-Paris-Le Havre); Boulogne to Lille; Paris & the Marne Valley; Rhone to Rhine via the Vosges; and, North Burgundy (Burgundy & Nivernais Canals). The accompanying 256 page book has supporting information for the featured touring routes including directions, cycle-friendly accommodation listings and places of interest. The section on greenways explores these additional routes region by region, the majority being detailed on 1:200,000 Michelin maps - ideal rides for day trips and long weekends."--Publisher description.