France is crossed by almost 19,000 kilometers of bike routes, which should exceed 25,000 by 2030. But faced with this cycling paradise, which route should you choose for your vacation?

Indeed, because cycling tourism in France is serious business. Anyone who decides to take on a bike trip across the Hexagon can count on as many as 58 cycle paths, 10 of which are Eurovelo routes. Bike lanes, green voies and low-traffic roads crossing the entire country offer beautiful, easy and safe routes, suitable for any kind of cyclist.

Here we tell you about all the most beautiful routes from North to South of the country, we show you the map and tell you which routes are most suitable for you.

The most beautiful bike paths of France

1. The Véloscénie

A total of 450 km of pure enchantment between bike paths, traffic-free routes and forest roads, from Paris to Mont Saint Michel. The Véloscénie route crosses Normandy by bike, passing from the bucolic landscapes of the Norman bocage to those of the Atlantic coast. A journey to discover the history of France through natural wonders and some of the most beautiful monuments in the country: in addition to the two most loved, the Eiffel Tower and Mont Saint Michel, the castle of Rambouillet, the Cathedral of Chartres and the Baths of Bagnoles.

This is the trip for you if: you love beauty, are fascinated by the atmospheres of northern France, have already cycled for several days and have a minimum of training.

2. The Loire à Vélo

An easy route of about 900 km that takes you from the city of Nevers, in Burgundy, to Saint-Brevin-les-Pins, on the Atlantic coast. The route, expertly signposted, is mostly on a cycle path, along the banks of rivers, through forests or vineyards, and follows the course of the Loire, the second longest river in France, on whose banks the kings of France established their sumptuous residences during the Renaissance. The Loire à Vélo connects all these magnificent castles, allowing you to pedal from one to another, living a fairy-tale experience. The excellent wines and refined cuisine of the Loire Valley complete the experience.

This is the trip for you if: you're a dreamer passionate about history and beauty, you're at your first cycling tourism experience or if you're traveling with children.

3. The Vélo Francette

The official route covers 600 km and connects the coasts of Normandy with those of the Atlantic. A slow itinerary, which presents no particular difficulties, to relive the atmospheres of the Douce France pedaling along rivers and waterways, through charming cities and picturesque villages, completely immersed in the tranquility of the French countryside. There are plenty of opportunities to make delicious stops and taste the culinary specialties of the regions crossed.

This is the trip for you if: you love to relive the atmospheres of times gone by, for you discovery translates into immersions in nature and local cuisine, you are looking for a real slow pace journey.

4. The Vélodyssée

1300 epic kilometers along the French Atlantic coast, from the Basque Country to Brittany. easy to navigate without any particular difficulty. La Vélodyssée route coincides with the French section of Eurovelo 1 and develops on green voies, bike paths and roads, 70% of which are completely traffic-free. You pedal with the ocean constantly in the background, through pine forests, surfer beaches and lively beach towns, practically always on the flat.

This is the trip for you if: you like to combine discovery with beach relaxation, you want to enjoy the lively evening atmospheres in famous beach resorts, you are looking for an active and relaxing holiday at the same time.

5. The ViaRhona

From the shores of Lake Geneva to the beaches of the Mediterranean, the ViaRhona follows the course of the Rhone river for 815 km. The route develops for 22% on a cycle path and 78% on low-traffic roads and except for the first 80 km, it is almost completely flat and presents no particular difficulty. Choosing to cycle on the Rhone cycle path means starting the journey immersed in alpine landscapes and, crossing the prestigious vineyards of the Côtes du Rhône, descend to the beaches of the Camargue. A truly varied journey through France's rich cultural, landscape and gastronomic heritage.

This is the trip for you if: you like to discover a different landscape every day to cross at a slow pace.

6. The Wine Route of Alsace

The Véloroute des Vins, the cycling tourism version of the Wine Route of Alsace, covers 130 km between the cities of Strasbourg and Thann, where the steepest terraced vineyards in the region are located. The itinerary develops on old railways converted into cycle paths, an ancient Roman road and paths among the vineyards. A journey through the wines of France immersed in picture-postcard landscapes and fairy-tale villages, which presents no particular difficulty. However, if you want to face the few short climbs peacefully, consider using an e-bike.

This is the trip for you if: you love discovering territories through flavors, making stops from time to time to chat with local producers or for some tasting in the cellar.

7. The Canal du Midi

241 km from the city of Toulouse to the Mediterranean along the most beautiful canal in Europe, flanked by shady bike paths completely flat and crossed by colorful house boats. The route crosses the mysterious fortified city of Carcassonne, intimately connected to the history of the Templars, a couple of wine regions and directly connects to the Two Seas Bike Path, which links the Mediterranean to the Atlantic.

This is the trip for you if: you love the relaxed rhythms and bohemian atmospheres of southern France, you are at your first cycling tourism experience or you do not have any particular training.

8. The GT20 or Great Crossing of Corsica

This is the cycling version of the mythical GR20, the trail that crosses Corsica from North to South. The GT20 links the Cap Corse peninsula (the "finger", to make it clear) to Bonifacio. The route does not include practically any cycle path section, but develops on the magnificent coastal road, which offers stunning views of the crystal clear sea, between the small towns of the interior and the mountain landscapes of the central island. The arrival in Bonifacio is something epic, which is not easily forgotten.

This is the trip for you if: you love alternating bike and sea and cycling challenges do not scare you. If you do not already have a good training base, tackle the journey riding an e-bike: the experience will be unforgettable!

So, have you chosen your French cycle path? On Cyclando.com you will find all the routes we talked about in the article, viewable and bookable online at the best guaranteed price. What are you waiting for, hop on the bike with us, discover all the routes on the most beautiful bike paths of France!