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In the surroundings of Blois, cycling along the Loire is incredibly relaxing and easy. Occasionally, stop to visit another majestic castle, each more impressive than the last. Like Chambord, which stands out from a distance, resembling a richly decorated cream cake. » read more about Blois

  • Hôtel Mercure Blois Centre
  • The Castles of the Loire
  • Cheverny, Coulanges, Chaumont, Amboise, Chambord, Bracieux, Beaugency
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Regal Residences

Cycling along the French Loire, a visit to Château de Chambord is almost a rite of passage. When King Francis I fell from his horse during a hunting trip and was aided by Countess Thoury, he decided to build a château on that very spot as a token of gratitude. But not just any château—this one would stretch 156 meters long, 117 meters wide, surrounded by a 32-kilometer-long wall. Nearly two thousand workers labored non-stop for fifteen years to complete the royal residence. And when funds dried up, Francis I simply turned to his subjects to foot the bill.

Castles with Resounding Names

Stories like these are part of the charm of this hub-based cycling holiday, where each day brings one or more castles into view. You’ll ride from Blois—home to its own stunning château—and visit places like Cheverny, Amboise, Chambord, Bracieux, and Beaugency. And the castles? Their names sound as regal as their surroundings: from Château de Beauregard and Château de Troussay to the stately Demeure Royale.

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You’ll Lose Count

Got a minute? Try counting them all: 365 towers, 440 rooms, 282 chimneys, and one central staircase. Or actually two—because the main staircase of Château de Chambord is a double helix. Take one side to go up and the other to go down, and you won’t cross paths. Perfect for a monarch who preferred not to bump into other palace dwellers. Francis I was definitely that kind of king. Visit the most impressive château along the Loire and imagine yourself as a fabulously wealthy sovereign.

Feasting on Stories

“Ici,” says the guide at Château de Blois firmly, pointing to the very spot where Henri de Guise was stabbed by forty armed guards. “On his way to King Henry III, the duke collapsed, gravely wounded, right in front of the king’s bed.” Stories like these are pure delight. As you stroll through the throne room, you can almost see kings gliding past in ermine robes. What a life they led. They indulged in every pleasure—and so do you, soaking up tales of intrigue, betrayal, and scandal. The château visits are a captivating interlude during your cycling adventures along the Loire.

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Routes

In the area around Blois, you can visit numerous castles while enjoying pleasant, easy cycling through the beautiful Loire Valley. The city of Blois itself boasts a splendid royal château and a centuries-old cathedral. The routes follow the renowned Loire à Vélo cycle path, and you’re guaranteed to see at least one château every single day.

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Included

  • 4 or 7 nights bed and breakfast
  • Maps and navigation app for your smartphone (GPS tracks for your own GPS device on request)

Excluded

  • If traveling by train: train from Paris to Blois (you will need to purchase the ticket yourself); once in Blois, you can take the free city bus to the hotel.
  • Outward and return journeys
  • Travel insurance
  • Tourist tax
  • Rental bikes
  • Entrance fees, transfers, etc. that are not listed under “including”

  • Rental bike (excl. bike insurance):
    5-day tour: € 125,- p.p.
    8-day tour: € 155,- p.p.
    7 or 8 gears, bag and lock
  • E-bike (excl. bike insurance): 
    5-day tour: € 220,- p.p.
    8-day tour: € 300,- p.p.
  • Bicycle insurance: You can take out separate bicycle insurance with Happy Cycling Holidays for € 1.77 per day. Travel insurance often does not include bicycle insurance against damage and/or theft.
  • When booking a rental bike/E-bike, we ask for your height so that we can provide a suitable bike.
  • Read more about rental bikes and helmets

  • Parking: in the hotel garage, approximately €12 per night (on request), or free parking near the hotel.
  • Pets: allowed upon request, €12 per day. Payment can be made on site.

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