Tours: Normandy

2025 Tour de France – A guided ride along a Tour de France stage

Cycle the final 30 or 40km of the stage of your choice

Meeting in the morning near the Tour route at an easily accessible car park around 30km from the finish of the day's stage. Enjoy a breakfast of pastries and coffee and your guide. After adjusting your bike to your body shape, you'll set off for the last 30 to 40 kilometres to the finish line of your chosen stage. A guide will cycle by your side throughout the day, while you'll also have van support so that you can move at their own pace. Like the TDF peloton, the roads will be closed for the occasion and an official car will escort you across the finish line to the cheers of the crowds already lining the roads. Afterwards, you'll have the privilege of standing on the official podium of the Tour de France – an unforgettable memory. A gourmet picnic will be provided as close as possible to the finish and you'll be able to enjoy it as the pro riders whizz by. The price of this tour does not include bike hire, although lots of options are available if you can't bring your own bike. Please note that at the time of writing the website for this tour is in French only, but the team at Rêve de Vélo will be happy to answer any of your questions in English over the phone or by email. 

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2025 Tour de France: VIP access to a stage finish

The exciting finish of a stage of the Tour de France in VIP luxury

Experience the exciting finish of a stage of the Tour de France in VIP luxury, with the best viewpoint and quality service. Included in the price of each ticket is access to the Espace Izoard, refreshments and petits fours as well as coverage of the stage on a big screen and a glass of Champagne as the riders fly by. You can select the stage you would like to see via the drop-down menu on the Rêve de Vélo website. Please note that at the time of writing, the website for this tour was in French only, but the Rêve de Vélo team will be happy to answer any of your questions in English over the phone or by email.

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Bayeux to Mont-Saint-Michel: Normandy bike tour

A self-guided ride taking in some of France's most famous sites

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Brittany at the tip of your pedal: Rennes to Mont-Saint-Michel

All the highlights of Brittany are here – coasts, rivers and monuments

Discover the delights of Rennes, the capital of Brittany, the city of pirates Saint Malo and Dinan with its medieval streets. You will also cross over into Normandy to ride along the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel, on the Normandy border, to see the majestic abbey set against a clear sky, gradually getting closer and closer. Meander on greenways along the canals in the shade of the trees, ride along the sea, try oyster dishes and push inland to meet the unknown pearls of Dinan or Dol-de-Bretagne. The highlights of Brittany and its border with Normandy are all here: Rennes, St Malo, Cancale, Dinan, Dol-de-Bretagne and Combourg. Bérangère and Eugénie have been cycling in France since they were 22. They started Le Vélo Voyageur to share their discoveries with cyclists from around the world.

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Brittany from Saint Brieuc to Mont Saint-Michel

A wonderful way to discover the landscapes and food of Brittany

This cycling holiday in Brittany allows you to discover the authentic Brittany! During your one-week self-guided holiday, discover the magnificent natural landscapes, the breathtaking cliffs sculpted by the ocean, and the medieval villages that have stood the test of time, such as Dinan, Dinard and Saint-Malo. You won't want to miss the spectacular Mont Saint-Michel on your ride around the coast of the English Channel. Get to know the local people who are renowned for their genuine hospitality and of course enjoy the region's gastronomic specialities: crêpes, oysters, apple cider, etc. This holiday also has a special feature – you arrive in Saint-Malo by boat (a short 2.5 km trip), an original way to discover the town and a great memory! The price of this tour includes bike hire, baggage transfer, accommodation, breakfast, a personal welcome on the first day by a local guide, navigation and tourism guides, a smartphone app and 24/7 hotline. Please note that at the time of writing the website for this tour was in French only, but the team at Rêve de Vélo will be happy to answer any of your questions in English over the phone or by email.

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Côte d'Albâtre and the Bay of Somme

A backroad cycle tour along the beautiful coast of Normandy

The northern French coast is a delightful array of contrast, light and atmosphere – painters, after all, never choose an area by chance. Not a few painters fell in love with Normandy, but an entire movement – it was here that Impressionism was born. Between the grey and blue hues of the English Channel, the ever-changing skies, the white chalk cliffs of Etretat, the traditional ochre cob of the houses and their abundant flower arrangements, the Côte d'Albâtre is far more colourful than one imagines. The Impressionists found a neverending source of inspiration here and so too do cyclists as they follow this section of the EuroVelo 4 La Velomaritime. It's a superb mix of quiet coastal backroads, interspersed with charming fishing ports, small villages and cliffs. Visit the wonderful Fécamp, Saint Valéry en Caux and Veules les Roses. The route follows the coastline towards the estuary of the Baie de Somme with its nature reserve and birdlife. Take the time to appreciate the Belle Epoque architecture of Mers les Bains and the medieval Saint Valéry sur Somme before finishing your journey in the small fishing ports along the bay.

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D-Day Beaches - Pathways to Freedom Tour

Explore the D-Day beaches over 4 magical days of cycling

This 4-day coastal self-guided cycling tour in Lower Normandy explores the Côte de Nacre. From Bayeux, ride to the historic D-Day landing beaches, following the coastal cycle path that takes you from beach to beach where memories of World War II and seaside tourism mingle. Sword, Juno, Gold, Omaha and Utah – they're all on the list. Ride on picturesque roads and gentle paths into the Marais du Cotentin et du Bessin regional nature park and admire sandy beaches, cliffs, peat bogs and Norman villages before returning to Bayeux along small country roads in the heart of the Normandy bocage for a bucolic discovery of the back country. Distance: 35-50km per day. Price includes accommodation, luggage transfers and full route maps and road book. Ebike option. 

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D-Day Beaches to Mont St Michel

Two of France's most iconic destinations in one cycling holiday

This 6-day coastal self-guided cycle trip in Lower Normandy begins on the Côte de Nacre. From Bayeux, explore the iconic D-Day beaches by taking the coastal cycle path from seaside resort to seaside resort, where today the souvenirs of the Second World War and tourism mingle. Continue along picturesque roads and gentle cycle paths into the Marais du Cotentin et du Bessin regional nature park with kilometres of sandy beaches, cliffs, peat bogs and Norman villages. This historic region has managed to retain its own unique character thanks to its remoteness. The sublime final point of this Normandy backroad cycling trip is the wild bay of Mont Saint Michel – the unique monastery mountain is the most emblematic place on the English Channel coast and it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is a relaxing and varied cycle tour that can be extended into Brittany if desired. 35-50km per day with maximum altitude gain of 800 metres. Price includes accommodation, luggage transfers, full route notes and maps.

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From Saint-Malo to the D-Day Landing Beaches

Cycle the coast of Brittany and Normandy

Follow the picturesque coast as it weaves around Brittany and Normandy following the path that the Allies opened in 1944 after their bloody landing on the Normandy beaches. The itinerary is rich in culture with many historical and natural sites for you to discover. Chiefly, discover the D-day Landing beaches of Omaha, Gold and Juno, as well as the fantastic museums that bring the conflict to life. You will also visit Mont Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Climb to the top (but not by bike!) to see the abbey and the surrounding bay – a gorgeous vista. The price of this self-guided tour includes 24/7 phone assistance, GPS guided itinerary, luggage transfers, bike rental and accommodation with a number of different options to cater for all budgets.

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Let Freewheeling France help you plan your French cycling adventures

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Normandy's Bayeux and Beaches

Vintage beach resorts, D-Day beaches and beautiful countryside

The Calvados region in Normandy is rich with places to visit, from moving World War Two memorials and medieval towns to ‘Belle Époque’ beach resorts. This self-guided tour allows you to discover them all while enjoying the tranquil countryside. Pay your respects at the D-Day landing beaches, visit the stunning Bayeux Tapestry and stop off at the colourful seaside towns of Cabourg and Honfleur. Not forgetting, of course, the chance to sample the regional cuisine and indulge in a glass (or two) of famous Calvados and cider. The price of this tour includes 3- or 4-star hotel accommodation on a B&B basis, one evening meal, support from a local representative, all route maps and ride instructions, luggage transfers, bikes and panniers, and puncture repair kits.

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On the heels of the Impressionists in Normandy

Normandy by bike, from the Côte d'Albâtre to the Pays de Caux

Always on the lookout for contrast, light and atmosphere, painters never choose an area by chance – and these places tend to also be great places for holidays, places to wind down and relax. It wasn't just a few painters who fell in love with Normandy, but an entire movement. From the grey and blue hues of the English Channel to the ever-changing skies, the white chalk cliffs of Etretat, the traditional ochre cob of the houses and their abundant flower arrangements, the Côte d'Albâtre is far more colourful than one imagines. The Impressionists had stumbled upon a never-ending source of inspiration. It's an inspiration as well for this cycling tour: a superb mix of quiet coastal backroads, interspersed with charming fishing ports and small villages, the cliffs of Etretat, but also the wonderful Fécamp and Veulettes-sur-Mer. The price of this tour includes and 2* or 3* guesthouse or hotel accommodation, breakfasts, daily baggage transfers, a carefully designed itinerary, navigation app, detailed roadbook including maps (digital format) and GPS tracks. 25-50km a day depending on your preferred difficulty level. 

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