La Loire à vélo
La Loire à Vélo is one of France’s most iconic cycling routes, following the last wild river in Europe from Nevers to the Atlantic coast. Along the way, it takes you through the heart of the Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with its majestic castles, vineyards, gardens, historic towns, and peaceful villages.
Perfectly marked and secure, the Loire à Vélo is ideal for all levels of cyclists—whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, with friends, or family. Paulette offers a range of accessible bike itineraries starting from Tours, Nantes, Angers, Blois, or Orléans.
Why cycle the Loire à Vélo?
Riding the Loire à Vélo is an invitation to slow down and reconnect—pedaling alongside a majestic river, past heritage treasures and enchanting landscapes. It’s also one of Europe’s most beautiful cycling routes—and France’s most famous. Every pedal stroke brings joy.
✅ A unique heritage: Loire Valley castles, abbeys, gardens, and historic art cities
✅ Unspoiled nature along the Loire, with wild islands, vineyards, and blossoming countryside
✅ A flat, safe, and well-marked route, perfect for all levels
✅ One-way bike rental service with Paulette
✅ Fully equipped bikes: panniers, helmet, repair kit, hybrid bikes or e-bikes
✅ An adventure to enjoy solo, as a couple, or with family, for a weekend or an entire week
Total distance : 900 Km
Recommended Bikes: Hybrid or electric
Cycling Itineraries on the Loire à Vélo
Have a weekend, a few days, or a full week?
Here are 6
Tours
87 km
La Loire à vélo de Tours à Blois
Nantes377 km
La Loire à Vélo de Nantes à Orléans
Tours238 km
La Loire à vélo de Tours à Nantes
Bike Rental Agencies Along the Loire à Vélo
Ready to ride the Loire à Vélo with total freedom? Paulette makes bike rental simple and flexible with locations along the route—from Nantes to Orléans, via Angers, Tours, and Blois.
Choose your bike, your departure and arrival cities—we’ll handle the logistics. You enjoy the Loire, its castles, and the joy of bike travel, stress-free.
Tips and Guides for Cycling the Loire à Vélo
Need a bit of help planning your Loire Valley bike tour?
Our articles are here to guide you—every step of the way.
Les Bons plans Paulette: la Loire à Vélo
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How Does It Work with Paulette
With Paulette – Bike Rental, enjoy your Loire à Vélo adventure with total peace of mind:
• Fully equipped hybrid and electric bikes: panniers, helmet, repair kit… all included
• One-way rentals: start in Nantes, Angers, or Tours, and return your bike elsewhere
• Rental hubs and drop-off points all along the Loire à Vélo
• Personalized support before, during, and even after your ride
Book Your Bike in Just a Few Clicks
Plan your Loire à Vélo adventure with a ready-to-go hybrid or electric bike and all the touring essentials.
Book now and enjoy the Paulette experience along the Loire.