Cycling has a special place in the destination of Tours Loire Valley. Discover a large number of cycling itineraries to enjoy great escapes. The Loire à Vélo, Cher à Vélo, Indre à Vélo and the numerous bike circuits in the region.
A breath of fresh air by bike guaranteed! Accompanied by a tour guide, explore the narrow streets, banks, bridges and various emblematic districts to discover the many works of Street Art that have found their place in Tours. Then the Quartier des Arts in Vieux Tours awaits you, home for over 40 years to some twenty artists' studios, craftsmen and gallery owners. A colourful urban cycling tour!
Bike tours by night with a guide. Thanks to the lighting plan, you'll be able to see the city's monuments, urban spaces and natural areas in all their glory. Along the way, you'll see the streets of Vieux-Tours and the famous timber-framed houses of Place Plumereau. Take a diversion to the Basilique Saint-Martin, the Tour Charlemagne and, further east, the Cathédrale Saint-Gatien and the Grand Théâtre.
Head west for half a day! Nature and relaxation guaranteed. Accompanied by a guide, a 15km loop will take you along the "La Loire à Vélo" itinerary to the Ile de la Métairie in La Ville-aux-Dames, formerly known as the Ile de Rochecorbon, characterised by its sandy meadows. A fun, educational trail to help you identify the flora and fauna present.
After a few pedal strokes on the famous avenue Grammont, the city fades to make place to the no less famous Loire à Vélo itinerary. On the river side of the Loire or on the towpath discover the scenery and changing colors of the royal river!