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Briare to Moret-sur-Loing 8-Day Guided Bike & Barge Tour
This one-week bike and barge tour starts in in Briare on the Loire River, and ends in beautiful Moret-sur-Loing, south of Paris. It offers a combination of history, culture, nature and agreeable rides in a varied countryside. You will bike in a historically very interesting part of France and will visit beautiful gardens (and if possible, the Palace) of Fontainebleau and its vast forest. The tour is not only historically, but also culturally interesting.
The route takes you through famous painters' villages such as Moret-sur-Loing, where Alfred Sisley lived and painted. You'll cycle primarily through gently rolling countryside with occasional steeper climbs. The average daily distance is 40 to 50 km. Moret-sur-Loing and Briare have good train connections to Paris.
Aboard there is a big and cozy salon with big windows for a perfect view. The barge is 34.15 meters long and 5.05 meters wide, which makes it possible to boat in France with its narrow locks. Cabin Plan: 3 double cabins (with double bed). 5 twin cabins with split level beds cabins (L-shape). 1 single cabin. All cabins are provided with: air-conditioning, private shower/toilet, sink (in cabin), central heating, 220 voltage, windows/portholes that open. Hair dryers are available on board. There is limited storage space in the cabin. We recommend 1 suitcase per person. You can slide the suitcase under the bed.
If you would like to rent a Bike (125 EUR) or E-Bike (235 EUR), please contact [email protected] when booking
Slow Tours offers a range of Bike and Barge Tours France
Briare
The barge is moored in the nice small town of Briare on the Loire River. You are expected to arrive at our barge on Tuesday between 2 PM and 3 PM. When you arrive on board, you can settle in and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. It is also a good moment to become acquainted with the tour leader, skipper and crew and of course your fellow passengers. During dinner aboard the ship, the program for the next day and the global planning of the week are discussed. Instructions on cycling and safely procedures will also be given. After dinner the tour leader will escort you on the first kilometres on your bike during a short ride around the town.
Briare, visit Sancerre | 49 km
To visit the town of Sancerre, home of the famous white wine, we will take our bikes on the train. In the town you can visit the Maison de Sancerre where you can learn all about the different types of Sancerre wine. After this fascinating visit you will cycle back to Briare along a beautiful route on the signposted Loire Vélo trail. A worthy end to your cycling adventure in the heart of France.
Briare - Rogny-les-sept-Écluses | 41 km
This day takes us along country roads, slightly off the river, from Nemours to the charming old town of Montargis. Almost halfway, you'll reach the small town of Château-Landon, perched on a hilltop overlooking the river and the Loing Canal. A perfect spot for a lunch break. After a stop here, we'll visit the archaeological site of Aquae Segetae. In Roman times, this was a vast complex of thermal baths and temples. It was built on an even older Celtic sanctuary. After this fascinating piece of history, we'll drive back down the hills to Montargis on the Loing River.
Rogny-les-sept-Écluses - Chatillon | 40 km
After disembarking the Clair de Lune, take plenty of time to admire the fascinating lock system of Rogny-les-Sept-Ecluses. Today's bike ride takes you to Châtillon. Along the way, you'll cycle inland through diverse landscapes and small villages. Unfortunately, there aren't many places for a coffee or lunch break, but there are plenty of lovely spots to enjoy your packed lunch
Chatillon - Montargis | 50 km
Today's bike ride takes you to the charming old town of Montargis. Cycling along the Loing River, you'll first reach the town of Montcresson. Now we head inland, riding along country lanes to Château Renard, with its medieval castle where even Joan of Arc spent two nights. Château Renard boasts many charming streets and Tudor-style houses and is a lovely stop for coffee or lunch. We continue our route along a beautiful route along the Ouanne River to today's destination, Montargis.
Montargis - Nemours | 50 km
This day takes us along country roads, slightly off the river, from Montargis to Nemours, with its 12th-century castle. Almost halfway along, you'll reach the archaeological site of Aquae Segetae. In Roman times, this was a vast complex of thermal baths and temples. It was built on an even older Celtic sanctuary. After this fascinating piece of history, we reach the hilltop town of Château-Landon overlooking the river and the Loing Canal. A perfect spot for a lunch break. After our stop here, we drive down the hills to Nemours on the Loing.
Nemours - Fontainebleau - Moret-sur-Loing | 48 km
On this final day of cycling, you'll cycle along the Loing River again. Later, a short climb takes you to the Fontainebleau Forest, with its palace and beautiful gardens. Along the way, you'll see many ancient rocks and stones with surprising shapes. In Fontainebleau, we'll set aside plenty of time to visit these gardens before descending to our final destination, Moret-sur-Loing. This small medieval town is famous for the Impressionist painter Alfred Sisley, who lived and painted there in the late 19th century. Take your time strolling through the town and admiring the impressive city gates, keep, and cathedral.
Moret-sur-Loing, end of the tour after breakfast
The tour ends after breakfast: debarkation before 10 AM.
Tours marked with are special prices.
| Start | End | Max. No. Guests | Accommodation | Price p.p. | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 04 2026 | Aug 11 2026 | 17 | Single rooms | 2,295€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,595€ | |||||
| Aug 18 2026 | Aug 25 2026 | 17 | Single rooms | 2,525€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,750€ | |||||
| Sep 01 2026 | Sep 08 2026 | 17 | Single rooms | 2,755€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,900€ | |||||
| Sep 15 2026 | Sep 22 2026 | 17 | Single rooms | 2,755€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,900€ | |||||
| Sep 29 2026 | Oct 06 2026 | 17 | Single rooms | 2,525€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,750€ |
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