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Bordeaux & Atlantic Coast

The Atlantic coast cycle route from Arcachon to Biarritz

On this tour along the Atlantic coast cycle route, you will ride through the odorant pine forests of the South West of France and admire the wonderful landscapes of the Basque coast.

No possibilities from August 1st to 21st.

Reviews (9) :
4.44 / 5
Reference VO0803
  • Itinerant trip
  • 8 days
  • Easy
  • From April 1st to September 24 (except from August 1st to 21st)
  • Minimum age 7 years
GPSGPS-app available
1199€ / pers.
  • Itinerary
  • Trip not available from August 1st to 21st.

    This tour along the Atlantic coast cycle route from Arcachon to Biarritz is an easy ride except for a short stretch after Biscarrosse, where you bike softly up and down the dunes. You start your tour in the beautiful town of Arcachon. From there, you head towards the highest dune in Europe, the Pilat dune and follow further the Southern part of the cycle route named Velodyssey.
    During this cycling holiday, you will ride through the pine forest in a quiet atmosphere filled with the fresh scent of the different species of trees growing there. You will ride across nice villages, typically just a few steps away from a lake, and can stop at any moment on the long beaches of the Atlantic.
    The final stretch takes you along the Basque coast, first to Bayonne and then to Biarritz, the famous seaside town of the Basque country.
    Cycling along the Atlantic is a relaxing activity in the nature and on the seaside, an ideal combination for a good holiday.

    Day 1

     
     

    Arrival in Arcachon

    Arrival in Arcachon. Visit the city in your own pace.

    Day 2

     
     

    Arcachon-Biscarrosse beach

    Bike
    33km
    Ride along Arcachon Bay to reach the highest dune of Europe: the Dune of Pilat. Leave your bike in order to climb the dune and enjoy the wonderful view over the blue sea and the golden sand. Take your bikes again and follow the cycling itinerary of the Velodyssey in the heart of the forest and all along the beaches of the area.

    Day 3

     
     

    Biscarrosse beach-Mimizan beach

    Bike
    57km
    The stage of today will take you to Mimizan beach. You start your ride on the soft hills of the forest dunes to reach the beach of Magide on the Cazaux lake, where you can swin in calm waters.
    You finish the day riding along the shores of Aureilhan lake then at Mimizan beach, a lively seaside resort.

    Day 4

     
     

    Mimizan beach-Léon area

    Bike
    46/54km
    Enjoy a relaxing panorama on the cycle path in the shade of the pine forest. You keep on riding through the forest and along the beaches. You can enjoy a swim at the beach (Cap de l’Homy). You finish your day in the area of Léon lake.

    Day 5

     
     

    Léon area

    Bike
    36/41km
    We suggest you to discover the small and charming village of Léon and then park your bikes to go on a bark tour with the boatmen of the Huchet stream locally known as "courant d’Huchet", which is classified as a natural reserve. In the afternoon, you will cycle around Léon lake and reach the beach of La Lette Blanche before going back to your departure point.

    Day 6

     
     

    Léon area-Capbreton

    Bike
    33/25km
    We advise a short detour to the village center of Moliets et Maa where you can admire the typical architecture of the area. You bike further on the Velodyssey cycle route which leads you to Vieux-Boucau and its nice maritime lake. You enter in the South of the Landes country which is the surfers’ paradise. You end up in the port of Capbreton. Do not miss to have a walk on the jetty at sunset and pick up a nice terrace with a view on the port for dinner.

    Day 7

     
     

    Capbreton-Biarritz

    Bike
    40km
    You leave the Landes country and bike on a cycle path through the pine and oaks forest before riding on shared small roads for the first time of the trip before reaching Bayonne. From the Adour river banks at the entrance of Bayonne, you enjoy a nice view on the cathedral towers. Take your time to discover this beautiful town, which is very proud of its identity.
    In the afternoon, you bike along the coast and its sandy beaches to arrive in the famous town of Biarritz.

    Day 8

     
     

    Departure from Biarritz

    After breakfast, take a last stroll in the streets of Biarritz before leaving.
  • Accommodation
  • Category A

    You stay in ** or *** star hotels.
    * Example of the type of accommodation

    Category B

    You stay in superior ** star hotels or *** hotels.
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  • Bikes, luggage and documents
  • Bikes

    On your arrival day, we provide you with:

    • a touring bike adjusted to your size or a tandem
    • equipped : front rack pack with an integrated file compartment, saddlebag, helmet (on demand), reflective vest, repairing toolkit with patches etc.

    We also provide you with the appropriate equipment for your children : baby seat, bike trailer or trailer bike depending on their age and size.

    Electric bikes are also available for adults (+1m55).

    You can of course also bring your own bikes, in this case a reduction will be applied (see the Tarif tab)


    Luggage

    Our services include luggage transport in order to let you enjoy your trip comfortably and without stress :
    • We transport your luggage from one accommodation to the next using a private vehicle.
    • Your luggage is directly delivered in your accommodation before you arrive.
    • We provide a saddlebag for the things you shall need during the day.

    Our word of advice : as we know from experience, we strongly recommend you to avoid wearing a backpack during your cycling trip.
    If you expect to arrive at the next accommodation before 5 p.m., we recommend that you take an extra set of clothes with you in your bicycle bag.


    Travel documents

    A cycling holiday is the best way to explore a region and discover its culture, landscapes and local traditions.

    Your tour is self-guided to give you the freedom to ride at your own pace. You will be provided all the information you need to enjoy the itinerary and its points of interests.

    We can provide you with travel documents in paper format (for a supplement of €15 for printing and postage), which include:
    • a roadbook with maps that we drew at the easiest scale to follow on a bike
    • a roadbook with step-by-step description giving the direction to follow at each intersection and highlighting the points of interest

    Example of a map and of a step-by-step description


    Our GPS App

    For this trip, you can also use our smartphone app featuring GPS guidance (without extra fee).

    You will find in the app all the information given in the map and step-by-step roadbooks. You will be located on the itinerary with the GPS device of your phone. The route and directions to follow will be both viewable on the screen of your phone and announced aloud. As you ride along the itinerary, you will be given information about visits, restaurants, services and useful alerts on the way.

    -> You need to have a smartphone and download Le Velo Voyageur app on your Apple or Android store before the trip. All details concerning the downloading and the use of the application will be given after we have confirmed the booking and the balance is paid. Once the trip is downloaded, the GPS guidance can be used off-line.
  • Practical information

  • To get to departure point:

    • By plane: fly to Bordeaux Mérignac then train to Arcachon.

    • By train: go from Paris Montparnasse to Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station (2h) then take a train to Arcachon (50 mn). To plan your trip https://www.sncf-connect.com/


    Parking


    If you drive to Arcachon, you can park your car in the surrounding streets near your accomodation where parking is free.


    To get back to starting point:


    You take the regional train back to your departure point. Regional trains are without reservation and take bikes without extra charge. You buy your ticket yourself at the train station. You will find the timetable of the day in your travel documents.


    Meeting time:

    The first day is an arrival day without cycling. You arrive whenever you want depending on from where you come. Please note that rooms are usually available in the middle of the afternoon depending on your accommodation. We thank you to advise us if you plan to arrive late.

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  • Reviews
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    9 bike travelers reviews 4.44 / 5

    Service à améliorer

    On the 2022-07-25 by Bruno
    Le service à la clientèle en cas de problème technique et d'imprévu ne nous a pas satisfait.

    Magnifique

    On the 2022-07-18 by Estelle
    De beaux paysages, tout ou presque en pistes cyclables, des pinèdes, du bord de mer, des traversées de villages et petits coins secrets, nous nous sommes régalés!

    Que du bonheur

    On the 2020-08-04 by Grégoire
    Une semaine de bonheur dans les Landes... Que du plaisir avec un parcours agréable et bien indiqué, des bagages qui suivent, des hébergements bien choisis et des hôtes accueillants. A répéter. Bonne route.

    velo voyageur

    On the 2020-07-06 by Anne-Marie
    super voyage arcachon biarritz,mais il faudrait quand même signaler les pentes à monter les 2 premières étapes. Ayant parlé à d'autres personnes du même avis et qui aurait préféré avoir des vélos electriques.

    Très belle expérience

    On the 2019-08-13 by caro
    Très bonne expérience et top de visiter une région pleine de charme aux paysages variés en vélo en pleine saison pendant laquelle on dépasse les vélos aux points touristiques..

    Vacances idéales à vélo

    On the 2019-08-05 by LAURE
    Un grand merci pour l'organisation de cette semaine de vacances sur la Vélodyssée. Même si le temps a sans doute aidé à en faire une semaine de rêve, l'expérience est plus que réussie. On repart très vite à vélo pour de prochaines vacances.

    Very enjoyable trip

    On the 2019-07-14 by Richard
    We are highly pleased with Velo Voyageur and would highly recommend its services.

    Excellent trip to Biarritz.

    On the 2019-06-16 by Andrew
    Very well organised and supported cycling trip. Lovely friendly hotels, excellent bikes and very good smart-phone app for map guidance.

    Un bon voyage

    On the 2018-06-21 by Christelle & Greg
    Deuxième expérience avec le Vélo Voyageur, toujours une belle organisation avec une navigation sans souci pour profiter des beaux panoramas de la côte landaise. Un grand moment de rigolade avec la traversée à vélo de routes inondées (il a beaucoup plu cette semaine de vacances !). Peut-être que la 2ème journée à Léon n'était pas nécessaire même si la promenade en barque sur le courant d'Huchet est très sympa, le village est tout petit alors que d'autres villages à quelques km avaient l'air nettement plus animés. Quelques déconvenues aussi avec les hôtels choisis et l'arrivée tardive des bagages. Nous sommes néanmoins très satisfaits de notre séjour.
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