Pyrénées cycling holidays

Published by Lyn on 30 October 2018

Browse our listings to find a cycling tour of the Midi-Pyrénées, including Tour de France holidays and self-guided rides in the Gers and along the Canal du Midi.

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Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea - Bordeaux-Sete

Ride Bordeaux-Sete via the Canal de Garonne and the Canal du Midi

Offered by:
Le Velo Voyageur

Phone number:
+33 (0)1 80 91 98 18

Tour length:
14 days

Price:
From €1799

Ride the famous and popular two canals route in one go from Bordeaux to Sète. This is a well-planned itinerary that combines both the Canal de Garonne and the Canal du Midi into a single self-guided tour. The route is flat along greenways and canal towpaths, making it ideal for riders of all abilities. Ride the Garonne from Bordeaux to Toulouse, alongside the river and the canal, passing vineyards as you go. Begin in wonderful Bordeaux before following the Roger Lapebie bike path to Sauveterre-de-Guyenne and then backroads to La Réole. Follow the canal to towns and villages like Mas d’Agenais, Damazan and Agen, with its beautiful canal bridge, and to Moissac to see its beautiful abbey and cloister. From the Pink City of Toulouse, it's on to the Canal du Midi, which takes you through Castelnaudary to Carcassonne and its outstanding medieval fortress. Continue cycling along the canal to Béziers then Agde and the pond Thau. Then look ahead to a swim in the Mediterranean Sea before arriving in the vibrant city of Sète. The price includes baggage transfers, accommodation, full route notes and maps, as well as bike hire.

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Bordeaux to Toulouse (or reverse) on the Canal de Garonne

Cycle along the Canals des Deux Mers on this self-guided ride

Offered by:
Evazio Cycling Holidays

Phone number:
+33 (0)5 56 79 25 05

Tour length:
7 days, 40 to 60km per day

Price:
From €915

Ride the increasingly popular Canal de Garonne route between Bordeaux and Toulouse along the Canal des Deux Mers bike route (it eventually links to the Mediterranean). Cross the diverse Gironde, Lot-et-Garonne, Tarn-et-Garonne and Haute-Garonne areas, exploring vineyards and tranquil landscapes on the Canal de Garonne greenway route. Discover olive groves, hillsides, orchards, villages, art, and historical monuments along the canal. Stop for a spot of canoeing, eat at a waterside restaurant or bar, or share a glass of wine with the locals. This itinerary, put together by Bordeaux-based English-speaking Evazio is a wonderful introduction to south-west France. Starting price includes 6 nights' B&B in charming 3* and 4* hotels and guesthouses, 4 dinners, route notes and maps, including GPS smartphone app with vocal guiding, daily luggage transfers, and emergency phone support 24/7. Bike hire (including electrics) can also be arranged. This self-guided holiday is offered by Evazio, an English-speaking French company based in Bordeaux.

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Canal du Midi - From Toulouse to Carcassonne in 4 days

Ride one of France's most famous canals in a leisurely 4 days

Offered by:
Le Vélo Voyageur

Phone number:
+33 (0)1 80 91 98 18

Tour length:
4 days

Price:
€379

This short break links two of the Canal du Midi's strongholds: the starting point of the canal – the pink city of Toulouse – and the medieval fortress of Carcassonne. The route follows the canal towpath as well as low-traffic country backroads, leading you across the Lauragais, a large fertile plain surrounded by hills where the pastel trade prospered in the 15th and 16th centuries and brought wealth to Toulouse. Ride through Castelnaudary, the capital of cassoulet, and past the abbey of Saint-Papoul before arriving in Carcassonne to explore the city in all its medieval glory. This is a self-guided ride, with bike hire and accommodation included, as well as maps, route notes and lots of local biking advice. Daily distances: 24-49km.

Canal du Midi cycling holidays

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Canal du Midi - From Toulouse to Sète

Follow the course of the Canal du Midi, visiting local gems along the way

Offered by:
Le Vélo Voyageur

Phone number:
+33 (0)1 80 91 98 18

Tour length:
8 days

Price:
From €999

This self-guided cycling tour takes you from Toulouse to the Mediterranean Sea along the Canal du Midi. Ride on the hauling path or further afield to discover abbeys, vineyards and lakes. Start your cycling holiday in Toulouse, where you already feel the way of life of the south of France, discover its gastronomy and wonder at its soft colours. Ride through the Lauragais, a vast fertile plain dotted with nice churches and ride through Castelnaudary, the home town of cassoulet, before reaching the cute port of Bram. Head then to Carcassonne and its famous medieval fortress before riding into Minervois, where you will pass many peaceful wine villages along the canal. Stop in one of them before going to your next stop in Béziers. Afterwards, the sea is only a few kilometres away. You reach first Agde and the Thau Lagoon. Ride the last stretch along the sea and arrive in the town of Sète and its port, your ultimate destination. The price of this tour includes bike hire, accommodation, luggage transfers and all the maps and information you need to get the most out of your trip.

Canal du Midi from Toulouse to Sete cycle tour

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Lannemezan to Buzet: V82 route (SW France)

Ride from the foothills of the Pyrenees to the Canal de Garonne

Offered by:
Cycles Sud Ouest

Phone number:
+ 33 (0)7 52 05 90 48

Tour length:
4 days, 3 nights

Price:
From 472€ per person based on 6 people in 3 bedrooms, including e-bike hire

Discover rural south-west France on this completely localised self-guided route. Run by Clare and her Franco-Anglo small team at Cycles Sud Ouest, it follows the V82 bike route from Lannemezan – the gateway to the Pyrenees – to their base in Buzet-sur-Baïse on the Canal de Garonne. The point of this ride is to really discover this area by bike. Many people ride the Canal de Garonne without taking time to explore the area around it. Gascony is famous for its great food and drink – including duck and Armagnac. Meander along small country roads, pop into small villages and visit local producers. The starting price includes bike hire (regular bikes or e-bikes), a road book with suggestions of places to visit and where to eat, B&B or hotel accommodation, and 24/7 emergency phone support. Luggage transfers available as an option. Clare and her team will be there to support you all the way – they are passionate about showcasing this part of France. Minimum 2 people.
Photos: Tourisme Gers
Lannemezan to Buzet: V82 route (SW France)

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Official 2024 Tour de France Pyrenees Adventure

Ride iconic Pyrenean passes with this VIP Tour de France experience

Offered by:
Discover France

Phone number:
+33 (0)4 67 15 82 04 (US/Canada: 1-800-929-0152 or Australia: 1-800-823-710)

Tour length:
7 days / 6 nights

Price:
From €4900

On this VIP guided tour, you'll be totally immersed in the mountain atmosphere of the Tour de France. From Loudenvielle in the central Pyrenees to Couizain in the eastern Pyrenees, this itinerary is ideal for discovering this region in all its richness and beauty. You'll climb the most famous passes in the Pyrenees: TourmaletAspinPeyresourdePort de BalesMentéPortet d'Aspet and the Col de Pailheres. Soak up the excitement at the heart of the Tour de France, with VIP access where you can cross the finish line before the pros, watch a stage finish with a glass of champagne in a VIP area, or chat with former pro riders. Throughout your stay, your group of no more than a dozen people will be accompanied by guides, who will be there to arrange VIP access and share their local knowledge and experience. Price includes 6 nights' accommodation in premium hotels, breakfasts, 5 picnic lunches that include fresh produce and local specialities, 4 dinners, snacks and drinks for cycling and an energy pack. Transfers are also included, as is support on the road from a certified guide and support van. You’ll also receive a Tour de France gift, a road book and a Discover France cycling jersey.

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