The practical bike guide!
Do you enjoy cycling at your own pace and combining sport with lifestyle? You've come to the right place! But to make sure your getaway doesn't end with your head down on the handlebars, we've put together a list of useful tips and addresses in Touraine!
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Where to cycle in and around Tours?
Touraine is an ideal playground for cycling enthusiasts! From Tours, in just a few hours or over several days, you can visit the gardens and Renaissance château of Villandry, go wine-tasting in the troglodytic cellars of a century-old estate, or simply get out and explore the forests and vineyards.
To make sure you don't miss a thing, check out the Tourist Office's selection in the “Bike rides and hikes” article!
Where could I rent a bike?
Daily rental
Book your classic, electric or tandem bike with the Tourist Office's partners, departing from Tours or Villandry.
Scooter: accessible cycling for all!
The electrically-assisted three-wheeler is suitable for people with reduced mobility (PMR), and features a front seat with safety belt, making it easy and comfortable to share bike rides with family and friends from 40 €/day.
Pony: the practical bikes for Tours and the surrounding area
You may have seen them around town: these blue bicycles are available to rent for a single journey or by subscription, and can be accessed directly from your phone.
What makes them special? The electrically-assisted bikes come with a passenger seat, so you can ride with 2 people!
Practical info
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Pony bike
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Enjoy the services of Accueil Vélo & Rando
Located in the heart of town, the Accueil Vélo Rando is a multi-purpose facility dedicated to cycling. On site, you'll find tailor-made services for everyday cyclists and cyclorandonneurs (self-repair workshop, showers, lockers, electric bike and telephone recharging, etc.).
You'll also find suggestions for itineraries in the Touraine metropolis, free events and a program of guided tours to help you discover the area in a different way.
Practical info
- May to October: Monday to Saturday, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
- November to April: Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
- Address: 31, boulevard Heurteloup, Tours
- Further information: website - 02 47 33 17 99
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Sleep or take a break at The People
This trendy hostel, a showcase for the glory of cycling, is open to all from 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. for coffee, lunch or a drink. It's a great opportunity to meet travelers from all over the world, including those taking the Loire à Vélo®, right in the heart of Tours!
- Address: 84, avenue Grammont, Tours
- For further information, click here
