Planning a cycling holiday in France

Choosing a Bike Route for Cycling in France

You want to take a cycling holiday in France but you're not sure where to go. Laura Stone has this guide to choosing a bike route in France

Using Trainline for booking bikes on French trains

The Trainline ticket booking service that makes it easier to make bicycle reservations online for train travel in France.

Bike shops, and cycle camping and clothing stores we like

Here are a few links to bike and accessory shops, as well as some camping, clothing and book stores that we've used

Accommodation for cycling in France

Overview of accommodation for cyclists across France. By Lynette Eyb

Cycling in France dictionary - French cycling terms

Are you going cycling in France without any French? Then take our French cycling dictionary with you to help you get by

Packing Checklist for a Cycle Tour of France

Not sure what to pack for your cycle tour? Stephen Fox, author of Cycle Touring in France, has this checklist of things he always takes

Medical certificate for 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.

Choosing a Bike for Cycle Touring in France

Stephen Fox, author of Cycle Touring in France, has this advice to help you choose the right bike for your French cycling holiday

Flights to France - A Guide for Cyclists

Dozens of airlines fly to France from destinations across the world. Here are your options if you're cycling in France

Trains to France - A Guide for Cyclists

Here's our guide to getting you and your bike to France by train for your cycling holiday.

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2026 Tour de France program and race guide

The official Tour de France race guide and program ALWAYS SELLS OUT. It has all the info you need to watch the Tour de France in person or on TV. Here is how to find it.

Posted: 23 Oct 2025