Across France, between the Massif Central and the Atlantic flows, one of the most picturesque rivers in the country: the Loire. Known for his in 2000 as a World Heritage Site castles of the Loire Valley is not only due to its architectural attractions are a must.
Able to 800 kilometers, Cyclists on along the river Castles, VineyardsAnd picturesque Villages and a diverse Landscape . enjoy The best thing about cycling: it is spontaneous and free, can be sometimes more and sometimes take less time to the beauties of Loire Valley explore short-and – can just relax.
Since the Loire valley is relatively flat and the tourism infrastructure designed for cyclists, we must take as Cyclists No sporting excellence provide. The bike trails are developed and many of the Hotels, Hostels and Campsites even offer a luggage transfer service, ensuring a relaxing bike ride with the whole family, nothing stands in the way.
The journey planning
The bike paths along the Loire are signposted in both directions, so Bicycle Tours both of Orléans Towards Nantes and vice versa are easily possible. Depending on the duration of the leave and personal interests – you want to go more natural or more civilization? – You should plan your trip well in advance and learn about the peculiarities of the various sections. In addition to historical sights in the Loire Valley, visitors also will offer a variety of other cultural or sporting activities. How about an example with Canoeing Nature Park Loire-Anjou-Touraine, A flight in Hot air balloon, A Wine tasting or Ride on horseback? Also have accommodation should be done in advance of thought, as the Loire Valley is a very popular destination. Alternatively, you can join one of the many guided, week-long bicycle tours usually leave the organization and the organizer of the trip.
The castles of the Loire
The Loire Valley is known primarily for his more than 400 Castles. Partly as fortresses during the Hundred Years War established, most plants Renaissance palaces from the 16th Century, a time when the kings and nobility of her life and conquer Paris almost exclusively on the banks of the picturesque river shifted.
Particularly interesting are the many castles in the section between Sully-sur-Loire and ChalonnesBelonging since 2000 to the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The most famous chateaux of the Loire is the magnificent ChambordThat is almost unique with its countless turrets and bay windows. Also beautiful is the water tower Chenonceau with its parks, according to the Versailles one of the most visited castles in France. Also, Blois, Chaumont, Chinon, Azay-le-Rideau, Sully-sur-Loire, Amboise and many other castles on the Loire and its tributaries are worth visiting. See for yourself!