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Cycling holidays that follow dedicated cycle path routes are perennially popular, they’re usually pretty flat making for easy progress, well signposted so navigation is a breeze, and the lack of traffic is of course a major bonus too. Some of Europe's best loved cycle routes follow dedicated cycle paths.
These routes are ideal for newcomers to cycling holidays as well as families and anyone looking for relaxing cycling through glorious scenery.
Most of these cycle path routes follow the course of a river or water-way, and some follow coastlines or circumnavigate lakes. Many were once tow-paths, now re-purposed to offer idyllic, riverside cycling.
The Danube Cycle Path, Europe's longest cycle route, offers a myriad of sections to choose from. If it's your first time then consider the Passau to Vienna Cycling Holiday. This is the river's most popular section, due to it's easy cycling and wonderful scenery.
If you prefer an alpine backdrop then consider our Bolzano to Verona Cycling Break. This gently descending route from Italy's South Tyrol, via Lake Garda, to Verona really is cycle path heaven and perfect for families and first-timers. Check-out Marcel Throux's review of this tour in the Guardian.
The Atlantic Coast of France is home to the fabulous Vélodyssée cycle path with carefree beachside cycling between Bordeaux and Biarritz.
The Loire Valley boasts a network of excellent cycle paths, interspersed with fabulous vineyards and stunning châteaux. Our Loire Châteaux Cycling Holiday is a great introduction to this stunning region.
Our easy cycling holidays offer short daily rides on mostly level terrain. A typical day’s ride will take 2 – 3 hours at a leisurely pace and the remainder of the day will be free for you to explore further or simply relax. These rides are particularly recommended for newcomers to cycling holidays and for families.
Our leisurely cycle holidays will suit those who are reasonably fit through regular exercise of one kind or another – not necessarily cycling. On the whole, the terrain will be level but there may also be a few small hills to contend with along the way too. Daily rides will typically take around 3 – 4 hours to complete.
Our moderate cycle holidays are for regular cyclists, who are used to longer rides with regular climbs. A good level of fitness is needed and you can expect to be in the saddle for between 4 and 5 hours each day.
These holidays are for seasoned cyclists who cycle long distances regularly and who enjoy the thrill of long days in the saddle. There will undoubtedly be some challenging climbs along the way and you can expect to cover between 55 and 75 miles each day.
