Self-guided Family Cycling Tour - Blois to Amboise

Arrival in Blois

Discover the charming town of Blois, as you stroll along its paved streets punctuated with staircases, and the Château, a perfect illustration of how French architecture evolved between the Middle Ages and the 17th century

Blois to Bracieux | 30kms

This route leads you to the prestigious Chambord Estate and Château, a true masterpiece of French Renaissance style, boasting no less than 440 rooms and built during the reign of Francis I. Then stop over in Bracieux, a pretty little Sologne village which has preserved its magnificent 16th century covered market

Excursion: Baignade Naturelle du Grand Chambord to Cheverny | 29kms

A bike excursion to the Château de Cheverny, remarkable for its sumptuously furnished apartments, which gave Hergé the inspiration for Captain Haddock's Marlinspike. Then proceed towards a brand new Natural Bathing Pool! A remarkable open-air and organic swimming pool where you can rest and enjoy the surrounding wilderness (from June 25th to the end of August)

Bracieux to Chitenay | 33kms

Enjoy a ride along the small routes of Sologne, between forests and ponds, offering the opportunity to admire beautiful and tiny manor houses such as Château di Troussay, a charming Renaissance manor. Don't hesitate to stop for a visit to a local wine producer to sample a glass of Cour Cheverny Blacnc!

Chitenay to Chaumont-sur-Loire | 28Kms

Cross the vineyards of Cheverny to reach the Château de Fougères-sur-Bièvre, a small fortified castle which perfectly illustrates the local building arts of the 15th century. Then cycle towards the Loire river banks and reach Chaumont-sur-Loire, whose 15th century Château proudly dominates the town and the river. Don't miss the extraordinary 'Festival des Jardins' Garden Festival between late May and mid-October

Chaumont sur Loire to Amboise | 23Kms

For your last cycling day, follow the 'Loire à Vélo' cycling tracks before arriving in the charming town of Amboise with it's Royal Château, where the greatest kings of France lived. Do not miss visiting the Manoir du Clos Lucé, the last home of Leonardo Da Vinci, Sheltering an astonishing collection of models representing the fabulous inventions of the Renaissance genius

Departure during the day.