cycling holidays in the Charente Maritime

This region is ideal for cycling holidays, the Charente Maritime makes for the perfect base from which to explore this beautiful region of France. With gently rolling countryside, quiet country lanes and tracks and with the respect that the French have for cyclists, this region is ideal for a cycling holiday or just a relaxing holiday with a few afternoons cycling for fun.

The Charente Maritime region of France has literally thousands of km of bike paths exclusively dedicated to cycling and walking. The routes are designed with great care to ensure high quality rides along the coastline, waterways and on both the mainland and islands of Ile d'Oleron, Ile d'Aix and Ile de Ré. The network is subject to a regular maintenance and monitoring to ensure a trouble free ride. The 'green routes' are dedicated to horseriding, walking and cycling - guaranteed no motorised vehicles so great for children and families.

If you just want an afternoon out on your own, we have a couple of adult bikes you can borrow for free (although you'll have to pump up the tyres !); or bring your own, we have safe areas to store your bikes at all our properties or to take all the stress and hassle out of a cycling holiday in the Charente Maritime in France why not check out our local bike hire company - Bike hire direct who will deliver and pick up your bikes to our gites and cottages .

Bike hire direct are based in the Charente Maritime region of France and
offer free delivery of your bikes to your cottage, gite or villa. They can provide child seats and tag alongs, locks and helmets and even the car bike rack all at great prices. Go to Bikehiredirect.com to find out more.

There are a series of guidebooks and bike maps are available in tourist offices Some of these documents also detail the hiking trails accessible by bike (VTC) and also VTC circuits and mountain biking. The Departmental Committee of Cycling contributes to the implementation of these circuits in the form of organized hikes and tourism .

Whether enjoying a cycling holiday alone, with friends or with your family we have accommodation to suit your needs and budget. We often have discounted rates in May, June and September and will always discount for singles and couples, We offer full weeks or short and long breaks at some of our cottages. All summer from May to the end of September you can bring your family along to one of our family friendly villas, cottages or gites and they can play and make new friends whilst you enjoy your cycling in the surrounding countryside. For all our accommodation, please ask for 'activity' prices as we are able to offer discounts in June and September at certain properties.

HAPPY CYCLING

content by Wendy Blakeman