Loire Valley Castles - France
Orleans – Nantes
- 10 days8 riding days
- 461 kmby bike
- E-bikeincluded
- Hotelshand-picked
- 24 h supportand guide
- On requestper person
Loire Valley Castles - France
Loire Valley Bike Route: Ride Among Castles and Vineyards
Embark on an unforgettable adventure cycling through the Loire Valley. Discover majestic castles, charming villages and unique natural landscapes on a route designed to combine history, culture and sport.
Castles and Heritage
Explore some of the most impressive architectural gems in France, such as Chambord, Chenonceau and Ussé.
Unique Landscapes
Ride along paths through vineyards, forests and the banks of the Loire river.
Gastronomy and Wine
Taste exquisite local cuisine and enjoy tastings at prestigious wineries.
Constant Support
Support vehicle available at all times to guarantee a worry-free experience.
Day by day
10 days and about 461 km of cycling.
Orleans – Muides-sur-Loire55 km
The trip begins in the historic city of Orleans, famous for Joan of Arc. We’ll ride along the banks of the Loire to Muides-sur-Loire, where we’ll get close to the imposing Château de Chambord.
Muides-sur-Loire – Chaumont-sur-Loire60 km
Scenic route through small villages and open fields to Chaumont-sur-Loire, where we’ll visit its castle with impressive views of the river.
Chaumont-sur-Loire – Tours52 km
We’ll ride along the riverbank to the vibrant city of Tours. Along the way, we’ll stop in Amboise to visit the castle where the remains of Leonardo da Vinci rest.
Tours – Rigny-Ussé55 km
We’ll head into the French countryside to reach Rigny-Ussé, home to the castle that inspired “Sleeping Beauty”.
Rigny-Ussé – Saumur58 km
Route through vineyards and wineries to the city of Saumur, known for its imposing castle and equestrian tradition.
Saumur – Angers62 km
Ride towards Angers, with a visit to the medieval fortress and its famous Apocalypse Tapestry.
Angers – Saint-Florent-le-Vieil57 km
We head into the Pays de la Loire region, cycling along quiet rural roads to Saint-Florent-le-Vieil, a hidden gem of the route.
Saint-Florent-le-Vieil – Nantes62 km
Final stage to the vibrant city of Nantes, with its Château des Ducs de Bretagne and its cultural atmosphere.
What the trip includes
We take care of everything so you only think about riding.
Breakfast and lunch included.
Accommodation in 3-star or rural hotels.
Support vehicle and mechanical assistance.
Luggage transport from hotel to hotel.
Expert cycling guide.
E-bike rental available.
MTB Spain Welcome Kit: T-shirt and gifts.
Worry-Free Experience
We take care of everything so you can enjoy it to the fullest. Our support vehicle will always be available, whether to resolve any issue or to facilitate visits to wineries and monuments.
Customise Your Adventure
You can customise the difficulty of the route and adapt it to your preferences. With MTB Spain, the experience is entirely tailored to you.
Get ready for an unforgettable journey through the Loire Valley! Contact us for more information and to book your place.
The trip with us
What our travellers say
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Every trip with MTBSpain is an adventure full of good moments, great routes, planned activities and beautiful scenery. Great company and lots of laughs.
They took care of my bike from Alicante and all the logistics. I just rode and enjoyed. Recommended!
Everything organised down to the last detail. You can feel the experience, passion and professionalism. You just enjoy, they take care of the rest.
Payment and Cancellation Policy
To confirm your booking, payment is made in three instalments:
- 25% on booking (non-refundable).
- 50% three months before departure.
- 25% remaining one month before departure.
Cancellation
- Up to 3 months before departure: everything paid is refunded except the 25% booking deposit.
- Less than 3 months before departure: no refund.
Just bring your sense of adventure
We take care of the rest. Book your place or ask us anything.