After much deliberation 🤪, I’ll be doing the North Sea Cycle Route, all by myself like a big girl 🙂. Leaving Saturday for Mijoux for the Eurovélogex, and after that—how far 😉???
Well, depending on what I feel like doing...
hi everyone, I’ve just finished my double crossing of France:
Montbrison/Dunkerque, Dunkerque/Perpignan, Perpignan/Anduze: 2800 km;
I was thinking of going to EUROGEX, but a death in the Oise is preventing us from doing so!!!
have a good evening and happy Gex
Have a great vacation and happy family biking!
Just 4 more weeks until it's our turn to head to the Gironde with Baptiste, who's 4.5 years old and will be pedaling this year!
I just got back from a bike tour of Armorique and Ille-et-Vilaine! Took me about 6 days for roughly 270 km :) And it was just excellent. Since my work contract ends on August 31st, I’m torn between traveling around France or biking across the UK! Planning for about two months. Either way, I’ll need to get my hands dirty with some mechanics because my Giant CRS3—all stock—might not cut it :P
I hadn’t thought of that yet—the Nordic countries are a destination I’d love to explore during my Europe tour too, but cost-wise, I’m a bit worried about the temperatures in September, October, November, hehe!
Listen, we had temps between 12°C in the morning, 20-22°C during the day (perfect for cycling), and 29°C by the Baltic Sea on the island of Öland.
Sun, rain, and fog too in August—we swam every day in the lakes and also in the Baltic Sea.
We have amazing memories. We did the eastern part of Sweden: Stockholm, Gothenburg, the big lake, Vadstena, Eksjö, then crossed back toward the Baltic to go to Oskarshamn, Öland, and Kalmar—605 km in 15 days.
There are hardly any cars on the back roads, plus you often have bike paths where you're in the forest...
Anyway, think it over: you can also find cheap Ryanair flights—you land 1.5 hours from Stockholm, in Nyköping (it’s a Ryanair hub). Perfect trip with gear in the hold.
I admit, it does sound pretty tempting! I’ll think about it (no rush, I’ve got all the time in the world, right...). It’s kind of a two-month prep trip for my Europe tour (traveling alone for a year... I love the idea, but I’ve got my doubts, you know?), and mostly to improve my English and just have a blast 😉, meet people, and all that... Plus, I’ve got a few addresses in Brighton and Portsmouth, so there you go!
That’s awesome, Blandine! We’re leaving next week—here’s the plan: Baltic Sea loop.
- Start in Berlin, head to Rostock for a ferry
- Arrive in southern Denmark, then on to Copenhagen
- After the crossing, reach Malmö, then ride up the east coast, stopping at Gotland island, before heading to Stockholm and Uppsala.
- Cross to Turku in Finland, then on to Helsinki.
- Ferry to Tallinn, then ride to Riga and Kaliningrad
- Cross most of Poland by train
- From the Polish border to Prague
- Final stretch from Prague to Nuremberg
Around 3,500 km, I think—we’ll be following EuroVelo routes 10, 9, and 4. We’re pretty much all set; we just got our tent, and I’m so excited I can’t stand it!!!!
So, trailers, panniers... everything's in the car (or ON the car when it comes to the bikes!).
We're leaving tomorrow at dawn, heading for Lake Constance...
Have a great holiday and safe travels to everyone.
So, we’re taking off this Sunday for our Tour de France.
Feel free to reach out if you’d like to grab a bite with us, ride a few kilometers together, reserve a spot in your garden for our tent, or just share some great tips.
Here we go! The bags are packed, tomorrow’s the big day for Monika and me. We’re starting easy—13 km to catch the trains that’ll take us to Berlin, the real starting point of our Baltic Sea bike tour. On the agenda: 9 countries, about 3,500 km, 80 days.
Follow our journey on our blog.
Wishing you all a wonderful summer, fellow travelers
This is my first post here :)
We’re heading off for three weeks, just the two of us, to explore the Atlantic coast. Everything’s almost ready, except for one problem we haven’t solved yet: how to take our bikes on the train!! The routes are Paris-Hendaye, then Le Croisic-Paris for the return trip, and there’s nothing really clear about bikes—do they need to be assembled, disassembled, is it paid or free??!
From what we’ve gathered, it seems we’ll have to disassemble our bikes and put them in a suitable bag. It’s a bit of a hassle, first to get to the station, and then because we’ll have to carry the bags throughout the whole trip.
If any of you have tips from your experiences about transporting bikes on an iDTGV/TGV, I’d love to hear them.
Thanks everyone, and happy travels! :) For us, it’ll be a first big adventure :)
Paris to Hendaye (or the reverse): Easy and comfortable
night sleeper with an extra 10 € (I think) for the bike
nothing to dismantle
note: you have to buy it at the station and pay the bike supplement
online didn’t work last I heard
with a bit of luck, you’ll have the compartment to yourselves with the bikes next to you, secured to hooks
sometimes a conductor might stick you with a difficult passenger who was causing trouble in another compartment! That happened to me
even twice: two snorers!
but it’s rare :))
otherwise, it’s super comfortable. You travel like VIPs—the first compartment is reserved for travelers with bikes
it also depends on the period
It's all or nothing with the train. When I took the Rennes - TGV Haute Picardie route, on the way there it was just a "compartment" where everyone piled their luggage, and my bike was crammed in the very back, half-lying down because of the lack of space. On the way back, it was a special carriage with bike racks—so calm and even super comfortable! I wondered if I wasn’t in first class, lol.
Otherwise, no need to dismantle anything. Just make sure to check the carriage number so you end up right in the bike-friendly one.
hi there,
if you don’t want to ride with your bike covers, as soon as you arrive, send them to poste restante (general delivery) at the station where you’ll catch your return TGV. That way, no extra bulk during your trip.
Some trains allow bikes on board without needing to disassemble or pack them, for a fee of 10 € per trip. To find out which trains accept bikes as-is, you can check the SNCF website. For trains that allow bikes, a bike pictogram appears next to the train number (you’ll need to click on the "Train Details" tab). For example, the Monday train leaving Paris at 7:10 AM and arriving in Hendaye at 12:59 PM accepts bikes. *Note: No iDTGV trains allow unpacked bikes.*
you can also buy blue garden tarp and wide adhesive tape locally. just bring the removal keys
you prep ahead of time
example: pedals don’t always come off easily if they’re too tight. stop by a bike shop for pre-loosening with a long wrench (leverage effect) if needed
unscrew by turning left or right depending on whether it’s the left or right pedal
overnight trains are called "Lunea"—ideal in my opinion
high-speed trains (TGV) = a hassle. Conductors might tell you "Niet", no bikes allowed!
my kind boss gave me 4 weeks off for a bike trip
2 weeks by car
it's decided, I'm taking the bike heading south, southeast, southwest, north, northwest against wind and tide
hi there; I did the whole southwest coast in early July. I came back by TGV—just a heads-up, they only take 4 bikes. Early July wasn’t too crowded, but in August I’d recommend booking ahead. We had to remove our panniers because the bike compartment isn’t very practical. Happy trails!
Touring Europe along the coasts for me, in the works.
The snag? No support (family, friends)—quite the opposite, in fact.
For a trip I’ve dreamed of for so long, one I *can* do (physically, financially, mentally), the prep is just draining... it’s really bringing me down. 😕
Come on, a year to convince them it’s not suicidal—especially my mom—and that this trip will be something amazing.
That’s it, the countdown’s officially on.
Still little support, but whatever—I’m not doing this for them, I’m doing it for me!
Leaving January 2012, no exact departure/return dates, no precise route (just a rough map of Europe), no odometer.
Basically, no stress.
That’s it, the countdown has officially started.
Still not much support, but I’m not doing this for others—I’m doing it for me!
Leaving in January 2012, no exact departure or return date, no precise route (just a rough map of Europe), no counter.
In short, no overthinking.
Really getting ready now. 😉
I know people who shock everyone just by biking to work every day.
No support for your project from your close ones? You won’t lack it here—you’ll even spark some envy. Start a blog so we can follow your prep first, and your trip afterward (if possible).
There are tons of blogs sharing experiences similar to yours. Though they’re not always easy to find.
Yeah!
I'm leaving for a Europe tour in September. Same for me—I'll leave when I'm ready, materially, physically, and mentally.
Ordered parts from Bikester, the rest from Rando Cycle, and clothes from D4 in the next few days—10 months of travel!
I returned from a 700 km bike trip around Lake Constance and along the Rhine (first on the Swiss side, then the German side), followed by a loop through Alsace—breathtaking landscapes, ... so many unexpected encounters ... the feeling of living in another world, where you realize that living with less lets you see the world differently ... no radio, even less TV, no internet ... can’t wait for the next one!
That’s it, the countdown has officially started.
Still not much support, but I don’t care—I’m not doing this for others, I’m doing it for myself!
Leaving in January 2012, no exact departure or return date, no precise route (just a rough map of Europe), no odometer.
In short, no overthinking.
Really getting ready now. 😉
Hats off to you for going against the grain of those stuck in their daily grind... sometimes it’s because they dream of it too but don’t dare, which is why they come off as bitter...
As for me, I’m also leaving in January 2012—from Toulouse for an 8-month bike trip across South America. No exact end date, but the goal is to reach Ecuador starting from Patagonia...
Love all these plans!
Less exotic but just as refreshing (that’s the magic of biking), we’ve been riding from Facture-Biganos along the southern Arcachon Basin to the Gironde estuary near Pointe de Grave. The journey’s almost over since we’re only 35 km from the tip. Baptiste, 4.5 years old, has been riding his bike solo every day, covering 15 to 20 km.
Right now, we’re stuck in the tent because of the rain—it’s really coming down!
Gorgeous wild coastline, stunning spots, perfect with a kid: even better than the Landes two years ago.
Met tons of cyclists—feels like bike travel is really taking off!
hi there
Leaving on August 21st for the Houillères canal downstream from Sarreguemines toward Trier, following the banks of the Saar River.
Then the Moselle River banks toward Cochem and its vineyards.
A short detour to Aachen, then the Volcano Route in the Eifel Mountains.
Back to the rivers with maybe the Albert Canal toward Liège, Charleroi, and then the Meuse River banks toward the French Ardennes—Sedan or Rethel.
That’s my planned route.
Happy travels!
JC
Hi,
My "island-to-island" project wrapped up on Saturday. Goodbye to those who followed me over these past 2 months, and to everyone else—see you next year!
Marc
I’m new to this forum and passionate about all kinds of travel. A quick intro: 52 years old, energetic, a former Parisian coffee roaster, and I’ve been living in Montpellier for 12 years. I love the idea of bike travel for the human connection it offers with the country and its people.
I’m actively preparing to make a big dream come true: taking my time and traveling from Fairbanks, Alaska to Ushuaia in 2012. Traveling solo has its perks, but I’ll admit that sharing the experience with someone would be incredibly rewarding.
That’s about it.
If anyone has the same dream in mind, I’d be happy to get in touch.
I already have the bike and pretty much all the gear.
I also want to thank everyone for this forum—it’s a goldmine of information that’s helped me avoid a lot of mistakes in my choices.
I hope you all get to realize your dreams too, because life’s way too short to let boredom take over.
hi there
in summer 2012 I’m planning to cover 3,000 km in 4 weeks, starting from Bourgoin-Jallieu (38). The route includes crossing the Northern to Southern Alps, following the Mediterranean coast from Nice to Perpignan, crossing the Pyrenees, following the Atlantic coast from Biarritz to Bordeaux, and then traversing the Massif Central via Cahors, Aurillac, Le Puy-en-Velay, Annonay, and heading back to Bourgoin.
PS: If anyone’s interested in joining for part of the ride, that’d be great—I’m currently setting off solo.
For me, four weeks in India from Mumbai to Goa—first through the interior and then along the coast. Not too fast, taking in the landscapes and the people. Leaving in 15 days, hoping the monsoon is over and the roads are repaired.
Hi,
what are the easiest ways to get back from Nordkapp without pedaling—
train, boat, or plane?
Has anyone already done this?
Thanks for sharing your tips!
Hi, does anyone have recent info on the Shikoku pilgrimage? We’re traveling as a pair by bike, and I plan to camp whenever possible because from what I’ve seen, accommodations are pretty expensive, especially for long trips. I’d love any info or tips—thanks in advance! Aichatou
I’m planning to leave Nice for Toulouse around 10/15 and I’m looking for tips / great deals regarding:
- The route: I was thinking of taking Nice - Grasse - Draguignan - Salernes - Cadarache - Cavaillon - Arles, then the Camargue, Sète, and the Canal du Midi to Toulouse. The idea is to avoid high-traffic roads and too many steep climbs. Are there any spots to avoid or must-see stops? Since it’s been a while since I’ve been on the road, I was thinking that sleeping indoors might be preferable. If you have any budget-friendly accommodation suggestions along part of the route, don’t hesitate!
Thanks in advance, and if you’re in the area around that time, we could ride together... Ciao.
Hi,
I need to arrive in Thessaloniki by bike at the end of September and I plan to head to Istanbul along the coast.
Could anyone help me pick the best route? Safety, difficulty.
Thanks in advance.
Marc
Hi everyone! Thanks for welcoming me to the forum :)
I’m preparing for a long trip heading to Nepal, with stops along the way depending on my mood, work needs, and the season. I cycle a lot, but this will be my first big touring adventure. I’d like to camp regularly to keep costs down, so I’ll be riding on all kinds of surfaces: smooth and rough roads, main highways and rocky paths to find my camping spots, flat terrain and the occasional steep slopes.
For my bike model, I’m prioritizing durability, versatility, and repairability. From that perspective, I prefer a steel frame and fork with rim brakes since I’m used to them. I’ve narrowed my choices down to four models:
- The VSF Fahrradmanufaktur T-700 LTD (1400 €): steel frame, aluminum fork, hydraulic rim brakes, 28" wheels, 40mm tires, 36 spokes (2 mm), lightweight rear rack (max 20 kg), no front rack included, smallest gear ratio of 0.72, weight of 13.9 kg.
- The VSF Fahrradmanufaktur TX-400 (2200 €): steel frame and fork, hydraulic rim brakes, 26" wheels, 50mm tires, 36 spokes (2.34 mm), front and rear racks included (40+18 kg), smallest gear ratio of 0.71, weight of 15.9 kg.
- The Genesis Tour de Fer 30 (2150 €): steel frame and fork, mechanical disc brakes, 28" wheels, 36 spokes, 40mm tires, front and rear racks included (27+10 kg), smallest gear ratio of 0.77, weight of 15.9 kg.
- The Rockrider ADTV 900 from Decathlon (1700 €): aluminum frame and fork, mechanical disc brakes, USB port, 28" wheels, 47mm tires, 28 spokes, front and rear racks included (40+20 kg), smallest gear ratio of 0.71, weight of 17.1 kg. This is the successor to the Riverside Touring 900, which was a hit.
I’ve got a few questions:
1/ Should I go for 26" or 28" wheels for my trip? 26" wheels seem better for rough terrain, but 28" wheels feel more comfortable on roads. I’ve also read that 26" tires/tubes are easier to find.
2/ Do you recommend a steel frame and fork over aluminum? I’m guessing a high-quality aluminum frame and fork would be better than a low-quality steel one, right?
3/ Regarding the smallest gear ratio, is 0.71 a good number for a loaded bike in the mountains?
4/ Finally, what do you think of these four models for my project? My heart leans toward the TX-400—it seems to combine the versatility and robustness I’m looking for. But the price difference with the T-700 LTD is making me think twice!
Thanks so much for reading and sharing your thoughts!
17 days, 1,400 km, and 17,500 m of elevation gain cycling in northern Vietnam! 🇻🇳 🚴🇻🇳
From the misty Fansipan to the breathtaking landscapes of the Ha Giang Loop, from remote villages to vibrant markets...
I cycled through the north of the country, getting up close with its people—through mud, heat, endless mountain passes, and unforgettable encounters.
Most importantly, I discovered a Vietnam far different from the usual tourist circuits.
Join me on this adventure through a video that captures these 17 days of travel. :)
If Vietnam calls to you, come ride a stretch with me!
Hi,
can anyone give us some tips on how to get to North Cape from Lyon Gerland?
What’s the best route to join the EuroVelo 7?
How many kilometers is it from Lyon to North Cape via EuroVelo 7?
The best month to leave—we’re thinking early May.
Thanks for any advice!
Looking for a female travel companion for a cycling trip (arriving by plane in Porto Alegre, Brazil, and cycling toward Montevideo, Uruguay, returning by plane to France from Buenos Aires, Argentina) – 1,500 km
Hello everyone!
I’m planning a cycling trip across Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina, with a departure set for late October, November, or December. I’m looking for a travel companion to share this long-distance adventure with.
Experience:
I already have solid experience in bicycle touring in Georgia, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan. Currently, I maintain excellent physical condition by cycling an average of 250 km over 3 days per week (4 hours a day at 20 km/h).
The trip & the pace:
Daily pace: Between 50 and 80 km per day, to make steady progress while taking time to explore.
Accommodation: Flexible and authentic. We’ll alternate between wild camping, campsites, Warmshowers, small guesthouses, and budget hotels depending on opportunities and the weather.
Looking forward to reading your message and planning this amazing journey together!
Another long-time dream of Claudio’s: the Petit Mont Cenis pass and the dam at the eponymous lake.
A place where many Italians, including my father, worked in the 1950s–60s.
Faverges → St-Michel-de-Maurienne → Lanslebourg → Petit Mont Cenis → return. 315 km, 3 days. Bivouac at St-Michel-de-M.
Brouter link
Leg One: Faverges → St-Michel-de-Maurienne
Leg Two: St-Michel → Lanslebourg → Mont Cenis Lake → St-Michel
Leg Three: St-Michel → Faverges
And it finally happened in August 2026: in the Maurienne Valley about the famous cycle route known as the V67
🇷🇼 Cycling in Rwanda: 4 episodes, an off-the-beaten-path adventure
After 3 weeks and nearly 1,200 km by bike across Rwanda, I made 4 videos to share this adventure in a different way: the landscapes, the encounters, the villages… but above all, all those incredible scenes of everyday life.
The 4 episodes are available here:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnfbxjccWAg
The 4th episode focuses on rural Rwandan life: simple, authentic, and sometimes surprising scenes that you only truly discover when you take the time to travel by bike.
If you have a few minutes, let yourself be transported to Rwanda…
Hi,
We bought the MSR bike tent model (2-person + large awning that can fit 2 bikes) back in 2005. It’s served us really well, especially during a year-long trip in Africa. Now, one of the poles is broken, and we’d love to replace it since that’s the only issue with the tent—we still love it! The poles are 9.35 mm in diameter, with 8 sections of 49 cm and 2 sections of 28 cm. Total length when assembled: 416 cm. Actually, two large sections are broken: one straight and one curved. It’s a pain to find replacements since this model is no longer sold anywhere.
Would anyone have this model lying around unused and be willing to sell me a pole?
Hi everyone,
In early April, I’m redoing the Vélo Francette (La Rochelle to Ouistreham), and then I’d like to cycle along the Cotentin Peninsula (which I don’t know at all), follow the coast up to Cherbourg, and then head back down to at least Saint-Malo. I’d love to know if it’s pleasant for cycling—are the roads nice? Not too windy? What are the must-see spots? Any great campsites? All your tips and advice are more than welcome, and I thank you in advance.
After testing it for three years across various modes of transport, I’m sharing this video of a bike packing case. It’s made from recycled cardboard and shrink-wrapped, with adjustable thickness and added bubble wrap depending on the level of protection you want.
Installing spacers at the fork and chainstays makes the packaging compact. With the fifteen-odd euros for shrink-wrapping at the airport, this case travels really well.
https://youtu.be/_GDJi-GqmkM
- Low bulk (1.10m x 0.70m x 0.25m for a large frame), it fits vertically in train luggage compartments and the total dimensions (x+y+z) don’t exceed 2.40m.
- Two carrying solutions for public transport and easy handling by airport staff (no more tears in the cardboard from openings).
- Discreet packaging when dealing with bus drivers and train conductors, as it looks like an ordinary parcel.
- No need to return to the starting point to retrieve the case from your outbound trip, which you’d otherwise have to store somewhere, or deal with a bulky cover to pack in your panniers.
- You can still check tire pressure through the plastic film without damaging the packaging too much.
Drawbacks: Around 3 hours for this lengthy and meticulous process—removing the wheels, pedals, handlebars, and derailleur without misaligning them, then securing all components to the frame.
If you get a chance to test it, send me your feedback for future improvements.
I just took a trip in Tunisia from Tozeur to Douz, skirting Chott el Jerid to the south. I’m back with the urge to keep going further south via the 4x4 tracks to connect Douz to Ksar Ghilane. Has anyone driven this route recently or explored southern Tunisia?
Thanks for your tips!
fix
😎Fellow traveling cyclists or not, all of you who love travel, the pleasure of physical effort, nature, beautiful machines, people with true passions they seek to fulfill, and who also enjoy reading great literature about all this—the *200* magazine is for you just as it is for me. I should mention I have no financial or other interest in this (in an era where we accuse our politicians of all sorts of vile interests, I prefer to take precautions). I’ve been subscribed since the beginning, and every three months, I get my 130 pages of dreams (the magazine just went from 110 to 130 pages).
It covers everything from the trans-America route to the TCR (Trans Continental Race) from Belgium to a small town in Turkey, with mind-blowing averages—4,000 km and 80,000 m of elevation gain in 8 days and 15 hours for the winner. Let that sink in, and all of it without assistance—accepting a patch could penalize you. There’s also a story about crossing Iran, encountering one of the world’s most welcoming populations, following in the footsteps of Nicolas Bouvier, as well as retirees leisurely traversing France. The common thread in all these stories? Beautiful writing. Take, for example, a stunning article: *"Passengers of the Cold: From Edinburgh to Thurso, at the very north of Scotland, 550 km of moors, coasts, and icy wind. In Thurso, the road ends at a quay, facing the Orkney Islands. We wanted a November trip, off-season. We wanted to surprise winter. Just before the snow."* A sublime piece on the experience of facing adversity and the chance encounters along the road and in the elements.
Before I embarked on my own bike trips, I dreamed a lot about them—from the Atacama to the Gobi, along the Mekong, and not forgetting France. And now, these 130 pages every quarter keep those dreamy vibes alive through stories written in the most beautiful prose.
I’ll stop here because it might sound like I’m advertising, but if you don’t know *200*, I invite you to discover it. It’ll give you wings for the most incredible challenges or simply reinforce your desire for slow rides with your eyes open to others and nature.
A little news to wrap up: Axel Carion and a friend just broke the record for crossing South America from Colombia to Ushuaia in 59 days. On its own, that doesn’t mean much, but I can’t help it—it makes me dream. You should see how he talks about it, the flashes of that wild nature he’s stored away: a snowstorm at Paso Jama and the surreal sight of the suddenly snow-covered Licancabur!
Luc
PS: The magazine is called *200* because a day’s ride starts at 200 km—well, I’ve never done a ride like that since my longest was 167 km (with 18 kg of luggage, mind you), but why not one day? The magazine will explain how to tackle your first 200, and then the question in conclusion: when will you do your first 300?😏
I’ve got my flight ticket sorted—departing in mid-November and returning in mid-March. I’ll arrive in Santiago and leave from Buenos Aires.
I’ve already been to southern Argentina, specifically Torres del Paine National Park, and I’d love to go back to do the full W trek (I only did the shorter version last time).
I also want to do some hiking and maybe even tackle a summit. I climb and occasionally do some mountaineering, so I’ll definitely be going with a guide.
I plan to start around Temuco in Chile, with the idea of heading toward the lakes, then taking the Carretera Austral.
I’m not sure if I’ll go all the way to Ushuaia—it’s supposed to not be *that* worth it, except for the bragging rights of saying you’ve been to the end of the world.
I saw there are lakes in Argentina too.
I don’t have a precise itinerary, but what I’d love is, once I reach the southernmost point of my trip, to take a mini-cruise to see some wildlife. Any tips for that?
What kind of sleeping bag did you take? Is a 0°C (32°F) one enough?
And one last question: white gas stove or can I get by with my gas stove?
I'm developing a free and open-source web app for planning walking and cycling trips (and even car trips). You can create a route by clicking directly on the map to add waypoints, and it can consist of multiple stages. The app provides tools to edit the stages and the overall route, and to display useful information (distances, altitudes, and elevation changes). A relief profile can be shown as a graph for a specific stage or the entire route.
Once the route is ready, it can be exported as a GPX file, which can then be used with a GPS or a mobile navigation app.
The app is built in JavaScript and runs entirely in the web browser. It uses the Leaflet library and several OpenStreetMap-based services. Initially developed for my personal needs (I enjoy hiking and cycle touring), I’d be happy to share it with anyone who might find it useful. It’s free to use, doesn’t require an account, and the source code is available.
hello fellow cycling enthusiasts
here’s a travel journal of the cycling tour through the Rhône-Alpes Auvergne region by Claudio
zouli
it was the plan
http://cbandiera.free.fr/parcours/auvergne-Ralpes/
the trip was completed
story being posted online soon
1100 km in 11 days
beautiful and varied regions
Hello,
We’d like to go on a 3- to 4-month bike trip starting in December, crossing from Assam (northeast India) to New Delhi via Nepal.
Are there routes with light traffic along the Brahmaputra and through Nepal?
We’re also looking for any info on accommodations, wild camping, local interactions, etc.
Thanks,
Michel
I’m planning to cycle from Morlaix to Brest (via Roscoff and the V45 coastal route). We’ll start riding on August 16th for 13 days (with stops for island visits, surfing, etc.). Is there a lot of traffic at this time of year? I’ve got two kids, 11 and 13, and we don’t like riding in the middle of cars (we’ve already done the Vélomaritime—Caen to Cherbourg—the Loire route from Orléans to Saumur, the Vélodyssée from Nantes to Royans, and the canals like the Nivernais and Bourgogne, where there were plenty of bike-only lanes, which isn’t the case on this route).
Thanks for your help if you’ve already done this route in late August!
Virginie
Hi there,
I’ve been road cycling for several years, and I’m about to switch to gravel in the next few days—I’m waiting for my bike, which should arrive this week.
I’m planning a bikepacking trip in a few weeks along the Véloroute V81, also known as the Vélosud, from Biarritz to Le Barcarès.
Has anyone here already done this route? Any info is welcome, whether it’s about the route itself, gear, or accommodation. I’ll prioritize staying with locals as much as possible. On that note, I just signed up for the brand-new site *Guidon et Couette* ((www.guidon-et-couette.fr)), which offers free accommodation between cyclists across the country, but there’s almost no one listed along my route!
Thanks in advance.
Laurent.
Hi there, I’m planning a cross-Canada bike trip, and I’ve got a question that might seem silly, but could someone tell me how to pack a bike (in a box, with a fragile sticker... I don’t know) for a flight? Thanks in advance!
This summer, we’re planning to cycle along the EV 19 that follows the Meuse River from Langres all the way to Rotterdam.
My question is about getting back to Nantes.
Do any of you know what the best return option might be? I’d love to hear about your experiences.
I saw that FlixBus doesn’t take bikes.
By train, I think it’s possible but would involve multiple local trains.
We were also wondering if there’s a boat from Rotterdam to Saint-Nazaire that could take passengers with bikes.
Any tips or experiences you can share would be really helpful—thanks in advance!
Have a great evening
I’ve gotten used to crossing Europe by bus to return by bike.
It was really convenient to take the bike without having to disassemble it.
But FlixBus no longer accepts bikes...
What alternatives do you know about?
Thanks.
Hi there,
I’m planning to ride the Dutch section of the EuroVelo 19, from Maastricht to Rotterdam.
Since it’s too complicated to bring my bike on the train, I’m looking to rent one locally.
I’d love any tips or bike rental shop recommendations—I’m struggling to find options even in Rotterdam.
The plan is to rent in Rotterdam, take the train to Maastricht with the bike, then cycle back to Rotterdam.
Thanks in advance for any advice or suggestions!
Nath
