Bonsoir,
Quelques infos suite à notre périple de 12 jours à vélo au sud de Agadir.
La route de Sidi ifni à Guelmin est sympa .
La route de l'oasis de Tigmert par Fask jusqu'à Tagnjicht est vraiment superbe , paysages grandioses rappelant par endroits ceux des États Unis.Au départ de Amtoudi ,18 km d une piste en excellent état puis goudron jusqu'à Tafraoute et là encore , des paysages somptueux . Superbe route également d Asni vers le lac de Lalla Takerkoust ;sur ce plateau , la moisson battait son plein d où de magnifiques scènes de vie campagnardes.
Nous n'avons pas du tout souffert de la chaleur car il y avait toujours du vent et des températures proches de 25 degrés . Bergot
Bonjour
Pas faite en velo mais j ai zone dans le coin en transports locaux une semaine guelmim fask tighmert. On se croirait dans l arizona. C est splendide.
J y tetourne bientot...
Merci pour ton retour .
La route Fask - Tagnjicht est d’une rare beauté , j’ai aussi apprécié ces paysages en mars dernier .
Est ce que tu as fait un compte rendu plus complet sur un autre site ?
Ce qui serait intéressant pour le forum c’est d’avoir des infos sur les hébergements que tu as trouvé , en voiture pas de problème mais en vélo il faut être sur .
Envoie nous un peu de fraîcheur bretonne 😉😉😉
Le souk el had n est pas le marche le plus vaste d Afrique loin de la. Le plus grand est celui de Cotonou au Benin, Dantokpa. C est el had puissance 100.... Il y a aussi Komasi au Ghana..
Mais c est incintestablement le plus grand du Maroc je pense.
Bonsoir,
Comme promis, voici quelques infos concernant nos hébergements durant ce périple dans l'anti atlas , du 7 au 19 juin.Nous avions à chaque fois une chambre pour deux avec lits séparés .J indique le prix par personne
Tiznit : hôtel de Paris 106 drhs nuit et p'tit dej. Bien
Sidi Ifni : hôtel Suerte loca 80 drhs la nuit , WC et douche sur le palier Bien
Oasis de Tigmert : maison saharaouie 200drhs en demi pension .Bon accueil , bien .Par contre , comme l'avait dit Hannaha, pas beaucoup de mouvement dans l'oasis , de 16h à 20 h, on n'a vu personne au travail dans les parcelles .
Amtoudi : l ombre de l arganier, chez Abdou ,230drhs en demi pension , après négociation.Accueil distant le premier jour , nettement meilleur le second soir.Abdou , très disponible le second soir , nous à expliqué qu 'il était occupé et stressé avec ses papiers à remplir pour son départ à la retraite et la préparation de son voyage à La Mecque .À la maison saharaouie , on nous avait conseillé la maison " chez Assan" , près de chez Georges (sa maison de hôtes était déjà fermée) .J y suis passé : accueil chaleureux ,200drhs en demi pension , mais un environnement moins agréable que chez Abdou.
Tafraoute :L arganier d Ammeln ,190drhs en demi pension , très bien , comme d'habitude , personnel charmant , on a peu vu Majid , car sa femme devait accoucher prochainement.
Taliouine , Escale rando ,300dhrs en demi pension , extra , comme la fois précédente.
Ijoukak , chez Elhousseine (gîte Tigmmi. ...)200 drhs en demi pension : bien même si le patron n était pas là , son fils et le frère ont assuré .On était seul le soir à dormir sur place , comme chez Abdou , c est visiblement le début de la basse saison dans ce secteur.
Imlil : auberge maison de ait Mizane 140 drhs en demi pension . Chambres propres , très bien , par contre , le fils de la maison est prof de français et ça se voit : autoritaire et pas très avenant .Je ne conseillerai pas particulièrement .Par contre , je conseillerai fortement l'adresse suivante (après l'école , sur la droite , vers la sortie du village ) Targa Imoula _gite et table d'hôtes . Nous avons voulu boire en terrasse , face au Toubkal : accueil chaleureux , une première orange pressée , accompagnée de petits gâteaux , puis une seconde orange pressée accompagnée d autres gâteaux .On n' a pas pu régler la moindre addition , alors que mon ami insistait lourdement en tendant un billet à la fille de la maison.La mère nous a expliqué que ce gîte était un projet de 2 femmes (évidemment mal perçu par les hommes , nous a t elle dit).Il est évident que si on ne s'était pas installé ailleurs avant , c'est là qu' on aurait dormi.On à vu 2 chambres aménagées avec Beaucoup de goût .Amon avis , un projet à soutenir et donc une adresse à conseiller .
À Marrakech , nous étions hébergés chez un ami marocain .
Bonnes vacances à tous . Bergot
Merci pour les précisions .
Je comprends mieux pour l’ombre de l’Arganier en ce qui concerne le propriétaire et son accueil juste un peu froid .... plus le tuyau sur la maison d’hôte de Hassan .
Sur Imlil il me faudras tester .
Perso je renouvelle comme toi l’excellence d’Escale rando qui reste un de mes meilleurs hébergements dans le Sud . La qualité ne baisse pas malgré le nombre de clients qui augmente d’annee en année .
Pour l’Arganier d’Almenn j’y ai encore reçu un excellent accueil cette année , une valeur sure .
La maison Saharouie j’avais quelques réticences , tu viens de les lever .
Je prends note. Merci pour ces nouvelles adresses.
La maison sahraouie, j'avais été très déçu lors de mon dernier passage. Je n'y suis pas retourné depuis.
Chez El Husseine à Ijoukak, c'est correct. Mais la prochaine fois on ira chez Abdou.
Et L'Arganier d'Ammelnes c'est toujours extra.
Il serait bon de savoir qui est aujourd’hui aux commande de la maison saharouie , peut être que ça a changé , je n’avais eu que de mauvais retour moi aussi .
Chez Abdou à Ijoukak c’est directement dans le village en passant le petit pont ? J’ai eu un excellent accueil d’El Hussein en Avril , nous étions trois , un couple de motards et moi même , Hussein a passé la soirée avec nous très sympa .
Quand à l’Arganier d’Almennes je vais finir d’en parler , on finiras par ne pas y avoir de place tant la clientèle augmente , la cuisine est meilleure aussi , l’acceuil De Majhid sans faille .
Je suis allee chez Abdou. J ai birn aime. C est plus rustique que chez el hussein mais l accueil est excellent , les repas sympa et on est immerges dans le village.
Le seul.petit bemol est l acces. Oblige de traverser l oued a pieds. Pas d acces voiture. Moi je suis sans vehicule pas de soucis mais faut le savoir.
Je suis content de constater que mes propos concernant l'adresse d'Imlil soient confirmés , à savoir un excellent accueil .Par contre , à Amtoudi , l'auberge de chez Abdou est juste avant l'oued, sur la droite . Bergot
J ai adore Imlil que je ne connaissais pas encore. Et targa imoula tres chouette.
Une balade a faire : monter dans le village derriere l auberge. C est un village de montagne dans son jus. Tout en haut on a une vue superbe sur Imlil et la vallee et monragnes autour. J ai ete invitee a boire un the sur la terasse d une maison du haut... Bonheur 🙂
Précision pour la maison saharaouie : l'accueil avait été distant avec Sahila, visiblement très occupée à notre arrivée , mais chaleureux avec sa fille adoptive . Sahila et sa fille ont partagé le repas avec nous et une parisienne , très agréables toutes les deux et bon repas. Bergot
Bonsoir
Merci pour ces infos, je les note pour mon prochain projet en vttae en mars, j'espère...
J'avais lu sur ce forum qu'au sud de l'anti atlas y'avait encore les ruines d'une très vielle ville un " Michu Pichu" marocain.... C'est où exactement ?
« On parle toujours de la violence du fleuve qui déborde ses berges - jamais de la violence des berges qui enserrent le fleuve... » disait Berthold Brecht
Ben voilà, madame betadine et moi, nous récidivons du 20 février au 05 mars prochains, pour une nième rando itinérante dans cette région magique: une quinzaine…
Je retourne au Maroc à vélo cet hiver. Le parcours envisagé est le suivant (Tizi'n'test-Tarouda... Ifni-Agadir) https://www.bikemap... J'ai un souci au sujet…
Il y a a Tafraout, au sortir de la ville direction des rochers peints, Une petite agence qui propose des circuits randonnées vtt avec location de vélos, Qui…
Je termine juste une traversée en vtt-bivouac de l'antiatlas nord sud et du saghro sud nord, une jolie boucle ouarzazate -tazenakht -bleida -bourbia -zagora…
🇷🇼 Le Rwanda à vélo : 4 épisodes, une aventure hors des sentiers battus
Après 3 semaines et près de 1 200 km à vélo à travers le Rwanda, j’ai réalisé 4 vidéos pour partager cette aventure autrement : les paysages, les rencontres, les villages… mais surtout toutes ces scènes incroyables de la vie quotidienne.
Les 4 épisodes sont à découvrir ici :
👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnfbxjccWAg
Le 4ᵉ épisode est consacré à la vie rurale rwandaise : des scènes simples, authentiques et parfois surprenantes, que l’on ne découvre vraiment qu’en prenant le temps de voyager à vélo.
Si vous avez quelques minutes, laissez-vous embarquer au Rwanda…
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
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!
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.
Hi there,
I’m planning to bike to meet some friends in Côte d’Ivoire in early November.
I’ll be starting in Abidjan and heading to Abengourou, which is close to the Ghana border.
I’d like to take the trails. Does anyone have recent info on eastern Côte d’Ivoire?
Any tips, safety advice, or must-see stops? I’m open to all suggestions.
Thanks in advance for your help!
Fx
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
Hello,
Has anyone here had experience using a gas stove in Sardinia and Sicily? I’m wondering if screw-on gas canisters (not the blue Campingaz ones, but brands like Coleman, Primus, etc.) are easy to find.
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
I’m planning to build a new touring bike.
I want to prioritize lightness.
That said, I’m tempted by a suspension fork that could offer some comfort on rougher roads.
The recent appearance of gravel suspension forks on the market might meet my needs—at least on paper.
I’m particularly considering the RockShox Rudy Ultimate XPLR fork.
Unlike MTB forks, its travel is short: either 30 mm or 40 mm.
It weighs 1400 g, which is 400/500 g more than a steel fork.
Any thoughts or real-world feedback on this?
I’m also wondering about the durability of magnesium (lower leg) for long-distance bike touring.
And what’s the impact of skipping the manufacturer-recommended maintenance every 50 and 200 hours? That’s bound to happen on a long trip unless you carry extra gear.
More generally, how reliable are these kinds of forks?
I’m making an exception and creating a separate post this time, since it’s all about France. In May, we spent a week in Provence, specifically in the Luberon, exploring the cycling routes *Autour du Luberon à Vélo*, the *Véloroute du Calavon* (part of EuroVelo 8), and the shorter *Les Ocres à Vélo* route. Together, they gave us an amazing journey through rolling hills, vineyards, lavender fields still green in spring, and some of the most stunning landscapes in southern France.
It was, of course, the perched villages that impressed us the most. We visited Gordes, Roussillon, Bonnieux, Lacoste, Lourmarin, Ménerbes, Oppède-le-Vieux, Cucuron, and Lauris. Many of them are among the most beautiful villages in Provence, and it’s hard not to agree with that reputation.
One interesting point is the route of EuroVelo 8 in this part of the region. The official path mainly follows the old railway line of the *Véloroute du Calavon*, which is very comfortable and safe. But in our opinion, cyclists traveling EuroVelo 8 around the Mediterranean would discover even more treasures if the route passed through villages like Bonnieux, Lacoste, or Oppède-le-Vieux.
We were also pleasantly surprised by how safe cycling felt. Most of the route takes small local roads, but traffic is light, drivers are respectful, and road design really takes cyclists into account. It’s one of those places where you can ride peacefully even without separated bike lanes.
Our full story:
Around Luberon by bicycle - the most beautiful villages of Provence
You can also find all our cycling travel stories on the forum:
Cycling Thread - Europe’s most beautiful bike routes
Hi there, we’re a group of 4 cyclists looking to get from Treviso in Italy to Munich with our 4 non-folding bikes. It seems complicated! Are there any solutions? Thanks so much.
Hi there, we’re planning a Munich to Venice bike trip at the end of June 2026. Getting back from Venice to Toulouse by train with 4 bikes isn’t straightforward. What return options have others who’ve done this trip chosen? Any tips or great deals would be much appreciated. Thanks a bunch! !
Hi everyone,
Happy owner of a Pegasus Estremo bike with a Rohloff hub, which is giving me trouble with the SF11-NCX-FT-E-LITE 700C TS 300/0 fork (serial number TD01329060). It’s starting to show its age, and I’d like to repair it to extend the life of my beloved bike.
The suspension is gone, and there’s an oil leak from the seals.
Does anyone know how to repair it? Where can I find parts that are about fifteen years old? Or where to find an identical replacement fork? Just to clarify, the Magura HS11 brakes are mounted using Firm Tech, meaning they’re on pivots behind the fork, facing the frame.
Hi, I'd like to know if anyone has done this route recently or has reliable info.
Does the track exist, and most importantly, is there sand (for biking)?
Any info is welcome.
Cheers,
diego ambilobe: mangaoka, manondro, ramena
vohemar sambava: masondrono, tanambao
Hi there,
New to bike touring,
I’d love to start with a section of the Via Rhona to explore and share (route to be decided).
Looking forward to exchanging tips!
