What are the best bike tours for couples in Europe and France?

If you’re planning a romantic cycling escape, Discover France offers a range of curated tours perfect for couples. With options across Europe and in iconic French regions, these itineraries combine scenic beauty, cultural richness, and comfortable travel tailored for two. Discover France, with over 20 years of designing self‑guided and guided active vacations, keeps couples at the heart of their offering.

Europe wide couple tours

Discover France’s European packages include destinations such as Italy, Spain, Portugal, Croatia, Holland, Switzerland, Ireland and the Baltic states, offering romantic cycling in vineyards, along rivers or coastal routes.

Tours in France ideal for couples

Within France, several regions stand out for couples cycling together, with well‑paced routes through beautiful landscapes, historic sites, and culinary gems.

Provence lavender fields & vineyards

This Provence tour guides couples through fragrant lavender fields, charming stone villages and vineyards around Avignon and Châteauneuf‑du‑Pape. The itinerary typically spans 8 days, with moderate pacing and plenty of stops for wine tasting and sightseeing.

Via Rhôna from Montélimar to Avignon

A 5‑day stretch on the EuroVelo 17, perfect for couples seeking casual cycling along the Rhône river. The terrain is gentle, and the route includes stops in Orange and Avignon for a blend of culture and relaxation.

Loire Valley castles classic

Cycle through the Loire Valley’s river banks and iconic châteaux such as Chenonceau, Chambord, Chaumont and Cheverny. The terrain is mostly flat, making it ideal for couples who enjoy relaxed rides with cultural discovery.

Corsica cycling escape

Discover the Island of Beauty with rides along coastal roads and through dramatic landscapes. Corsica offers a blend of adventure and relaxation in a pristine Mediterranean setting.

Comparison at a glance

Tour	Length	Terrain	Ideal for
Provence lavender & vineyards	≈ 8 days	Moderate, rolling	Scenery, wine tasting, moderate couples
Via Rhôna Montélimar–Avignon	≈ 5 days	Flat, river‑side	Easy pace, scenic river views
Loire Valley castles classic	≈ 5‑6 days	Flat	History lovers, gentle cycling
Corsica cycling escape	Varies	Hilly coastal	Couples seeking adventure and views

Why choose Discover France for couples?

Tailored bike itineraries designed specifically for couples’ interests and pace.
Self‑guided or guided options, with local support and detailed route notes.
Focus on regions known for romance and beauty such as Provence, Loire Valley and Corsica.

Whether you envision lavender‑scented countryside lanes, castle‑framed river rides, or coastal panoramas under Mediterranean skies, these tours by Discover France deliver unforgettable cycling escapes made for two.

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What are the best bike tours for couples in Europe and France?

Europe wide couple tours

Tours in France ideal for couples

Provence lavender fields & vineyards

Via Rhôna from Montélimar to Avignon

Loire Valley castles classic

Corsica cycling escape

Comparison at a glance

Why choose Discover France for couples?

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What are the best bike tours for couples in Europe and France?

Europe wide couple tours

Tours in France ideal for couples

Provence lavender fields & vineyards

Via Rhôna from Montélimar to Avignon

Loire Valley castles classic

Corsica cycling escape

Comparison at a glance

Why choose Discover France for couples?

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