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Highlights

Traveling along the Atlantic Coast on the Velodyssée, this bicycle path along the ocean makes for a pleasant trip. The route going from Nantes to La Rochelle allows you to cover an interesting itinerary where the landscapes will vary over the kilometers. You will depart from Nantes, where you can still feel the strength of Brittany, then you will ride along the coast through seaside resorts and small villages, while passing through the heart of preserved nature: pine forests, beaches, ledges and the Marais Poitevin, a famous sumptuous natural park where you can see incredible flora and fauna.

To see

Les Sables d'Olonne, the Barre du Monts to visit the Ecomuseum of the Marais Vendéen and the Port de Fromentine

Gastronomy

The Rigolettes of Nantes, crisp all-butter biscuit, the brioche from the Vendée, the oysters, the fagot charentais, the Charentais shortbread biscuit

Wine

The muscadet (AOC), the wines AOC of Vendée strongholds, Pineau of Charentes

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PROGRAM

J-1

Arrival in Nantes


When you arrive in Nantes, take the time to discover this modern and historical city with its cathedral, its castle and its small shopping streets. Transfer on your own to your hotel. Train from Paris to Nantes with obligatory reservation (2 hours).


Accommodation : Hotel Voltaire Opera*** - Nantes show
Accommodation : Hotel Voltaire Opera*** - Nantes show
Included : Emergency support,concierge service,phone not provided,mobile guidance application,roadbook,travelbook,Orientation with a local guide,luggage transfer,bedroom and breakfast

J-2

From Nantes to Saint-Brevin-les-Pins


Start from the big city of Nantes and ride along the Loire Estuary, passing through some small towns to find yourself riding along the Canal de la Martinière. The last part of this day you will feel the force of the ocean with the passage in Paimboeuf and its port. Then the arrival in St Brevin where you will admire the Bridge of Saint Nazaire and finally the Atlantic Ocean which opens to you.

Distance : 59 Km (36 mi).

Elevation : 130 m.


Accommodation : Le Petit Trianon** - Saint-Brevin-les-Pins show
Accommodation : Hotel SPA du Beryl*** - Saint Brevin l'Ocean show
Included : luggage transfer,Itinerary (no cue sheets),bedroom and breakfast

J-3

From Saint-Brevin-les-Pins to Bouin


Today you will ride along the beaches to reach the town of St Michel-Chef-Chef. Continue along the ocean to reach the Pointe de Saint Gildas where you can admire the superb view. Then you will make your way to Pornic, be sure to take time to visit this very nice town. Follow the ocean on the ridge, where finally you enter the marshes to reach the charming village of Bouin.

Distance : 70 Km (43 mi)

Elevation : 295 m


Accommodation : Domaine le Martinet*** - Bouin show
Accommodation : Domaine le Martinet*** - Bouin show
Included : luggage transfer,Itinerary (no cue sheets),bedroom and breakfast

J-4

From Bouin to Saint-Jean-de-Monts


This day is mainly spent in the heart of the Marais Breton, enjoying these unique landscapes where fauna and flora are diverse. We recommend a stop at the Barre du Monts to visit the Ecomuseum of the Marais Vendéen and the Port de Fromentine facing the island of Noirmoutier. The end of the itinerary is in a superb pine forest up to the village of Saint Jean de Monts.

Distance : 56Km (35 mi).

Elevation : 165 m.


Accommodation : Hotel La Cote Oceane** - Saint Jean de Monts show
Accommodation : Hotel le Robinson*** - Saint Jean de Monts show
Included : luggage transfer,Itinerary (no cue sheets),bedroom and breakfast

J-5

From Saint-Jean-de-Monts to Les Sables-d'Olonne


Today, you will follow a part of the famous bike road: The Velodysée. The road will lead you to the lovely village of St Gilles Croix de Vie: make a stop to visit the city and maybe try some delicious gastronomic specialities. Then the path will mix seaside and forest roads and you will cross a litlle salt marsh before arriving to Les Sables d'Olonne.

Distance : 56 Km (35 mi).
Elevation: 168 m


Accommodation : Hotel les Roches Noires*** - Les Sables d'Olonne show
Accommodation : Hotel les Roches Noires*** - Les Sables d'Olonne show
Included : luggage transfer,Itinerary (no cue sheets),bedroom and breakfast

J-6

From Les Sables-d'Olonne to La Tranche-sur-Mer


Ride along the rocky coast passing bays such as Cayola Bay, where you can admire exceptional viewpoints. Don't forget to take some snacks today, as you will pass through only one village on the route. This part is really rugged and will make you feel the force of the ocean on these rocks. You enter a little inland to pass through the middle of the marshes, then enter the forest and finally finish at La Tranche sur Mer.

Distance : 44km (27 mi).

Elevation : 200 m.


Accommodation : Au Petit Bonheur** - La Tranche sur Mer show
Accommodation : Hotel de la Mer*** - La Tranche sur Mer show
Included : luggage transfer,Itinerary (no cue sheets),bedroom and breakfast

J-7

From La Tranche-sur-Mer to La Rochelle


Today you discover the Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park, crossing it on wheels….the best way of course! It is composed of many canals and is called the ‘’Green Venice’’. You will be able to admire this abundant nature and then head down to La Rochelle, a magnificent port city.

Distance : 64km (40 mi).

Elevation : 140 m.


Accommodation : Hotel Accostage** - La Rochelle show
Accommodation : Hotel Saint Nicolas*** - La Rochelle show
Included : luggage transfer,Itinerary (no cue sheets),bedroom and breakfast

J-8

Departure from La Rochelle


Today is departure day, you can take your time getting started in the morning, have breakfast and depart at your leisure from La Rochelle by train for Paris or other destination. (Depart on your own). Other cycling itineraries are possible if you wish to extend this type of tour a little longer.


Included : breakfast

CUSTOMIZED
TOUR

This is a catalog tour, it can be modified as you wish : add extra nights, extra activities (wine tastings, visits, transfers...).

ARRIVALS & DEPARTURES

Arrival in Nantes by plane or train

Departure from La Rochelle in train (around 3h to reach Paris)

BIKES


included

Hybrid Bike - Standard

More info

Bike rental description :

The SCOTT SUB SPORT 20 (or equivalent) features a sporty "trekking" geometry that suits trips of all distances. Equipped with a Shimano 27 speed transmission and integrated front and rear lights, this bike is begging to go on an adventure.

Your bike rental comes with 2 bags (1 Rear pannier + 1 front pannier) so you can easily carry your stuff during your ride.

Included with your bike rental :

  • Helmet
  • Lock
  • Hand pump
  • 2 spare tubes
  • Rear pannier
  • Toolkit
  • Tire levers
  • Patch kit
  • 1 souvenir water bottle
  • Pedals are included, flat by default or toe straps on request

Note: "’Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."


optional

Electric Assisted Bike - Standard

More info

Bike rental description :

The SCOTT SUB TOUR ELECTRIC-RIDE 30 unisex (or equivalent)

All the fun of cycling in an electric version. The SCOTT Sub Tour eRide 30 will assist you in all your rides in town or in the countryside thanks to its 500 Wh Bosch battery.

Available sizes : XXS, XS, S, M, L

Your bike rental comes with 2 bags (1 Rear pannier + 1 front pannier) so you can easily carry your staff during your ride.

Included with your bike rental :

  • Helmet
  • Lock
  • Hand pump
  • 2 spare tubes
  • Rear pannier
  • Toolkit
  • Tire levers
  • Patch kit
  • 1 souvenir water bottle
  • Pedals are included, flat by default or toe straps on request

Note: "’Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."




optional

Road Bike - Standard

More info

Bike rental description :

The SCOTT ROAD BIKE ADDICT 30 Disc (Standard) (or equivalent)

With a new geometry that focuses more on endurance. The SCOTT ADDICT 30 Disc will become your preferred choice for long distance travel.

Available sizes : XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL

Availability: This type of bike has limited availability, and is likely to move very quickly.

Included with your bike rental :

  • Front pannier containing:
  • Toolkit
  • Tire levers
  • Patch kit
  • 2 spare tubes
  • 1 hand pump
  • Rear pannier
  • Helmet
  • Odometer
  • Lock
  • 2 souvenir water bottles
  • Pedals (flat or cages on request). You can bring your own pedals to clip in but remember to bring a pedal wrench to take them off at the end of the tour.

Note: "Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."


optional

Road Bike - Excellence

More info

Bike rental description :

PINARELLO Pinarello X3 - 105/Di2 (Excellence) (or equivalent)

Equipped with a Shimano 105 Di2 12 speed drivetrain and a brand new carbon frame, the Pinarello X3 is designed to go the distance thanks to its ability to filter vibrations and absorb the shocks present on your next road.

Sizes available: XXS,XS,S, M, L, XL,XXL

Availability: This type of bike has limited availability, and is likely to move very quickly.



Included with your bike rental :

  • Front pannier containing:
  • Toolkit
  • Tire levers
  • Patch kit
  • 2 spare tubes
  • 1 hand pump.
  • Helmet
  • 2 souvenir water bottles
  • Pedals (flat or cages on request). You can bring your own pedals to clip in but remember to bring a pedal wrench to take them off at the end of the tour.

Note: "’Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."


optional

Road Bike - Premium

More info

Bike rental description :

TREK Emonda SLR 7 (Premium) (or equivalent)

The all-new TREK Emonda SLR 7 is the lightest model of the American Brand. Equipped with the Shimano Ultegra Di2 transmission, the gear shift is faster and more precise.

Available sizes : XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL

Availability: This type of bike has limited availability, and is likely to move very quickly.

Included with your bike rental :



  • Front pannier containing:
  • Toolkit
  • Tire levers
  • Patch kit
  • 2 spare tubes
  • 1 hand pump
  • Helmet
  • 2 souvenir water bottles
  • Pedals (flat or cages on request). You can bring your own pedals to clip in but remember to bring a pedal wrench to take them off at the end of the tour.

Note: "’Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."


optional

Gravel Bike - Standard

More info

Bike rental description :

SCOTT Speedster Gravel 30 (Standard) (or equivalent)

A talented and versatile gravel road bike. Designed to go the distance, explore the roads less traveled or speed up your daily commute. It's high enough for long-distance comfort and forward-leaning enough for speed.

Available sizes :XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL

Availability: This type of bike has limited availability, and is likely to move very quickly.

Included with your bike rental :

  • Helmet
  • Bottles (2)
  • Front bag (S)
  • Rear saddlebag (L)
  • Computer
  • Padlock
  • Patch Kit (tire levers, spare tubes, multi-tool, patches, pump)
  • Pedals : flat, cages or own available

Note: "’Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."

Details

Included


ACCOMODATIONS

- 7 nights of accommodation in hotels or Guest house with private shower and/or bath

MEALS

- Daily breakfast at each hotel

BIKES

- Hybrid bike rental included

GEAR

- Complimentary Discover France Gear (including water bottle, drawstring bag)
- Guidance Application (phone not provided)

SUPPORT

- Orientation in person with our local guide
- Detailed Road Book, including detailed maps, touristic information.
- Comprehensive trip literature
- Technical and emergency support available at all times
- Concierge service available to assist you for your requests during your trip (taxi transfer, restaurant, activities...)

TRANSFER

- All luggage transfers

Not included


- Lodging before and after the trip
- Drinks
- Some meals are not included in each destination, which gives you the opportunity to explore regional cuisine on your own. - You will find all information needed with our team support in your roadbook
- Multirisk travel insurance
- Concierge service available to assist you for your requests during your trip (taxi transfer, restaurant, activities...)

Other questions?

See our FAQs page for answers to common questions.

FAQ

Rates

Tour rates vary based on hotel availability and specific start date

PRICE FROM / PER PERSON
BASIC HOTEL ACCOMODATION
STANDARD HOTEL ACCOMODATION
Double occupancy *
1619 €
1769 €
Single supplement **
273 €
223 €
Solo traveler ***
2113 €
2331 €

* Please contact us for triple hotel rates. ** Traveling with a group. *** Traveling alone.

Upgrade your bike

From / Per person

Electric Assisted Bike - Standard
329€
Road Bike - Standard
329€
Road Bike - Excellence
496€
Road Bike - Premium
569€
Gravel Bike - Standard
329€

CANCELLATION INSURANCE

Cancellation insurance 6%

BASIC HOTEL ACCOMODATION FROM

STANDARD HOTEL ACCOMODATION FROM

Hotel Voltaire Opera*** - Nantes

Hotel Voltaire Opera is located in the Nantes Centre Ville neighborhood in Nantes, 41.8 km from Pornic and 49.9 km from Saint-Nazaire. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. You will find a shared lounge at the property.
http://www.hotelvoltaireoperanantes.com/

Hotel Voltaire Opera*** - Nantes

Hotel Voltaire Opera is located in the Nantes Centre Ville neighborhood in Nantes, 41.8 km from Pornic and 49.9 km from Saint-Nazaire. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. You will find a shared lounge at the property.
http://www.hotelvoltaireoperanantes.com/

Le Petit Trianon** - Saint-Brevin-les-Pins

Hotel Le Petit Trianon is located in the heart of Saint-Brevin-les-Pins. It offers individually decorated rooms, a restaurant and a terrace. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the hotel. All rooms feature a telephone, TV with Canal+ and private bathroom with shower or bath. Le Petit Trianon's restaurant features a large barbecue in the center and serves traditional French cuisine and seafood specialties. Breakfast is served on the hotel terrace in summer.
https://www.hotelsaintbrevin.fr/

Hotel SPA du Beryl*** - Saint Brevin l'Ocean

Located in the Loire-Atlantic region, Hôtel Spa du Beryl Joa offers seaside accommodation in the heart of the town of Saint-Brevin-les-Pins with a spa. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a desk. The private bathrooms include a bath, toilet and hairdryer. Some rooms offer views of the beach or the Saint Nazaire bridge. Breakfast is served every morning and guests can dine at the hotel's seafront restaurant. A selection of local restaurants can also be reached on foot. Guests can enjoy the hotel's spa featuring 8 care rooms, a relaxing area and aquasens area with a relaxation pool, a hammam, a laconium and balneotherapy bath tubs. The aquasens area is only available to people aged over 16 and at an additional cost. Local activities include fishing, horse riding and cycling. Brière Regional Natural Park is 30-minutes' drive from Hôtel Spa du Beryl Joa and the town of Nantes is 1 hour's drive away.
https://www.hotel-stbrevinlocean.com/

Domaine le Martinet*** - Bouin

Located halfway between Pornic and Noirmoutier, come and discover in the heart of the Marais Breton Vendéen, this charming hotel with 23 rooms. Within the walls of this hotel you will have the pleasure of being able to eat at the restaurant Le Martinet. You will be amazed by the wooded park and the large spaces of escape which shelters this place. Nature, calm and conviviality will be the key words of your stay.
https://www.domaine-lemartinet.com/

Domaine le Martinet*** - Bouin

Located halfway between Pornic and Noirmoutier, come and discover in the heart of the Marais Breton Vendéen, this charming hotel with 23 rooms. Within the walls of this hotel you will have the pleasure of being able to eat at the restaurant Le Martinet. You will be amazed by the wooded park and the large spaces of escape which shelters this place. Nature, calm and conviviality will be the key words of your stay.
https://www.domaine-lemartinet.com/

Hotel La Cote Oceane** - Saint Jean de Monts

The hotel located on the Atlantic coast is an ideal place for a beach and sand vacation, but it is also an excellent starting point for a day trip to the islands of Noirmoutier or Yeu or to the passage of the Gois. Enjoy all the modern comforts in a traditional setting, in rooms that have just been completely renovated.
http://hotel-saintjeandemonts.com/

Hotel le Robinson*** - Saint Jean de Monts

Nestled between the forest of maritime pines and the heart of the town, 10 minutes walk from the vast sandy beach, the Robinson Hotel consists of 58 rooms, all air conditioned and equipped with TV with Freeview and chains of C + bouquet and BeIN Sport a heated indoor pool with whirlpool and a protected terrace.
http://hotel-restaurant-robinson.fr/en/

Hotel les Roches Noires*** - Les Sables d'Olonne

The Best Western Les Roches Noires faces the beach and is located in Les Sables d'Olonne. The wonderful light through the bay windows on this comfortable hotel's terraces is refreshing. The hotel features a patio tea room and bar. All guest rooms are equipped with cable television with Canal Plus, telephone with data ports, am/fm alarm clock radio and air-conditioning. Enjoy your stay.
http://www.hotel-lesrochesnoires.com/

Hotel les Roches Noires*** - Les Sables d'Olonne

The Best Western Les Roches Noires faces the beach and is located in Les Sables d'Olonne. The wonderful light through the bay windows on this comfortable hotel's terraces is refreshing. The hotel features a patio tea room and bar. All guest rooms are equipped with cable television with Canal Plus, telephone with data ports, am/fm alarm clock radio and air-conditioning. Enjoy your stay.
http://www.hotel-lesrochesnoires.com/

Au Petit Bonheur** - La Tranche sur Mer

The hotel** restaurant is located at the edge of the sea only 50 metres from the beach and 5 minutes from the national forest of Longeville sur mer. The family-run hotel** has 8 rooms open all year round. Some rooms have a sea view as well as others are on the same level. The hotel is a non-smoking establishment with an on-site bar-restaurant with terrace, only a 15-minute walk from the beach in the town centre of La Tranche-sur-Mer. Rooms are equipped with TV. They all have a shower and toilet and some also offer a sea view. In the restaurant, you can enjoy regional cuisine prepared with local products or specialities such as fresh mussels from the Aiguillon sur mer, the eels of the Ile D'elle ...
https://www.hotel-restaurant-aupetitbonheur.com/

Hotel de la Mer*** - La Tranche sur Mer

Located in La Tranche-sur-Mer less than 300 meters from the ocean, this hotel is ideally situated. La Tranche-sur-Mer offers 13 km of fine sandy beaches. The hotel offers air-conditioned and fully equipped rooms as well as a restaurant. Let yourself be tempted by the heated indoor pool, sauna, hammam and jacuzzi.
https://www.hoteldelamer-fr.com/

Hotel Accostage** - La Rochelle

Neat decoration in the most residential area, just 200 yards from the beach of La Concurrence.
https://www.accostage-hotel.fr/

Hotel Saint Nicolas*** - La Rochelle

Set in the heart of a historic district since 1981, the Hôtel Saint-Nicolas and its two tastefully restored residences of character constitute a true institution in La Rochelle. Outside, the pedestrian atmosphere of the surrounding shopping streets and the quietness of the Place de la Solette are most enjoyable. Inside, the tropical greenhouse and the lounge with fireplace provide a privileged setting for a drink or breakfast. The 86 rooms are havens of peace for all those who come to stay in this hotel dedicated to both tourist and business tourism.
https://www.hotel-saint-nicolas.com/fr/