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A lockdown sort out prompted Bob Zeller to rediscover some of his treasured cycling books and memories.
Posted: 19 Jan 2021
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Regular readers will know we're not ones to brag at Freewheeling France, but cut me some slack just this once.
It's a bad time for the travel industry – here are a few ways you can help support independent businesses that offer the best service.
An amusing and instructive look at cycling with a young baby in the Dordogne more than 40 years ago.
Bob Zeller's favourite cycling shoes, New Classics, from Reynolds, are still made by hand in England.
What type of pedals do you prefer? Bob Zeller sings the praises of his tried and tested toe clips.
French cycling hotels, B&Bs and self-catering accommodation near the Tour de France route
All the stages of the 2021 Tour de France route, including stage maps and profiles, plus links and advice to help you follow the race as a spectator.
The Euro Velo 8 Méditerranée à Vélo bike route connects Spain to Italy via the south of France. It also links with the Canal du Midi.
The perfect storm is brewing for cycling in Paris, with the coronavirus and concerns over air pollution combining to boost cycle commuting.
The Véloroute de la Vallée de la Baise bike route from the Canal de Garonne to Nerac, Condom and Valence-sur-Baïse.
We road-test the Hippocketwifi mobile hotspot, a handy device designed to keep you connected no matter where you are cycling in France or Europe.
A circular bike route from the banks of the Canal de Garonne at Tonneins.
A lovely bike route through the vineyards in the north of the Île d'Oléron, off the west coast of France.
From Bordeaux to beaches and vineyards, La Gironde à Velo is a lovely bike route that takes in all the highlights of the Gironde department of south-west France.
A lovely cycle touring route that links the Ardennes to Reims, the gateway of the Champagne vineyards.
The Voie Verte de la Vallée de la Marne (Marne Valley Greenway) makes an ideal day bike ride to explore the vineyards of the Champagne.
La Coulée Verte de Reims follows the Aisne river from the capital of the Champagne region to the Marne canal.
Cycling from Cabrerets to the Chemin de Halage on the Lot River, near Saint-Cirq-Lapopie and Pech Merle.
La Véloroute de la vallée du Dropt is a one-way bike route following the river Dropt in south-west France.
Circuit Rembrandt is a lovely circular day ride from the Canal de Garonne in south-west France.
La Voie Verte des Gaves is a converted railway line route from Lourdes to Pierrefitte-Nestalas via Argelès-Gazost in the foothills of the Pyrenees.
Need help arranging your cycling holiday in France? Then this page is for you.
I stayed with David and Karen at Accommodation In Provence en route to the Ventoux. It was so nice I didn't want to leave.
We've stayed at many places over the years in France, and The Free Range Chalet is one of our favourites.
Here are 7 fascinating museums and sites that help tell the story of the D-Day Landings.
Bob Zeller has recently started using the Garmin Edge Explore GPS unit on his cycle tours. He discusses its relative merits.
Download the full road book for cycling the Côte du Rhône vineyards in the Vaucluse area of Provence.
There is now an English-language guidebook from a mainstream publisher for cycling the Canal de Garonne from Bordeaux to Toulouse.
Cycling in Paris? Here is a map of all official bike lanes in Paris, plus tips and links to help your planning.
I thought I'd post a short blog with some quick tips on finding French trains that take bikes.
Mike Barry was one of Canada’s most respected frame-builders and a regular visitor to France. Here, we share his tips for your first cycling tour.
Here is an overview of IGN and Michelin maps for cycling in France – and how to choose the best one for your cycling holiday in France.
If you are looking for an epic canal bike ride in France, then these 10 ideas from Richard Peace might provide the inspiration you need.
Clos du Magnolia is a gem of a B&B. It's run by cyclists near the Orb River, just 20km north of Beziers.
There are so many French wine areas to explore by bike – Caro Feely has this guide to help you decide where to start.
Britta Sorensen takes a springtime ride along the Canal des Deux Mers à Vélo and reviews the route between La Reole and Agen.
La Flow Vélo is one of France's newest bike routes. Here's our itinerary from when we cycled from the Atlantic Coast at l’île d’Aix to Thiviers in the Dordogne.
The V90 Véloroute Voie Verte de la Vallée de l'Isle goes from Moulin-Neuf, near Montpon-Ménestérol on the Dordogne/Gironde border, to Perigueux.
An English guidebook has now been released for the popular Paris to Mont-St-Michel Veloscenic bike route.
Everything you need to know to enjoy a cycling holiday on Île de Ré, an island off the west coast of France.
Richard Peace has this bike route suggestion for cycling from Calais to Paris.
What you need to know about hiring or buying a car rack for your bikes while cycling in France.
You may need a medical certificate for all cycling competitions, sportives and even some local leisure rides in France. Here's a template you can use.
B&B, hotel and chalet accommodation in the French Alps, Morzine, Grenoble, Alpe d'Huez, Galibier, and on other Tour de France cols.
La Velo Francette is one of France's hottest cycle routes. Here's a DIY itinerary for the route.
The largest public park in Paris, the Bois de Vincennes, is an absolute delight for cyclists. Here's how to enjoy it by bike.
The circular Circuit du Duc de Lauzun near Eymet south of Bergerac is a gem of a bike route through vineyards, bastide towns and valleys.
Here's a step-by-step guide to getting your bike to France by Eurostar.
Cycling in France hasn’t always been easy for vegetarians – we have these tips to help make it a bit easier.
Here is a do-it-yourself itinerary for cycling the Canal de Garonne from Bordeaux to Toulouse.
Need ideas for your Burgundy cycling holiday? Vineyards, canals, Beaune, cathedrals and ancient ruins – here are 10 things to put on your must-see list.
Mark these public holiday and school holiday dates in your cycling diary so you don't get caught out by closed shops and fully booked accommodation.
We sent Jacqui and Adrian Brown off on La Sarthe à Vélo to check out one of France's lesser known cycling networks. Here are their daily reports.
Heading out on the Paris to Mont St Michel Veloscenie bike route? Here are 7 things to factor into your itinerary.
Here are the road rules (read: laws) for cycling in France, according to the French Highway Code.
France is blessed with hundreds of kilometres of world-class mountain bike trails – here are five of the best.
Ravi Nookala cycles the Roger Lapébie bike path from Bordeaux to Créon and back.
Want to see Paris by bike? Local cyclist Mark Cramer has this insider's guide to 5 bike routes around Paris
A lockdown sort out prompted Bob Zeller to rediscover some of his treasured cycling books and memories.
Posted: 19 Jan 2021
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