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Arrival in Chalon sur Saône.
Registration at the hôtel. Welcome meeting and bike delivery with your travel details.
This stage in southern Burgundy takes the Voie Bleue cycle route, along small flat roads of the alluvial plain of Chalon-sur-Saône.
In Tournus, you will follow the Quai de la Marine and the towpath to your hotel.
Today’s route is marked out by charming villages built around romanesque churches, as you ride along the Voie Bleue, the cycle path between Tournus and Mâcon. This is quite an easy stage dedicated to the inland river navigation that has animated the Saône since the dawn of time.
Arrival in Mâcon by the quays of the Saône to the marina, located to the north of Mâcon. Arrival at your hotel, in the city center of Mâcon.
After breakfast and a final ‘au revoir” to the charming town of Mâcon, and the river that accompanied you for the last two days, it’s on to the buccolic countryside. Little by little, you’ll approach the Côte Chalonnaise, climbing up to the Bois Clair tunnel, the longest tunnel open to cyclists in Europe.
Gentle arrival in Cluny, a remarkabe town, where the abbey’s three church towers stand out against the surrounding green hills. You really must visit the Abbaye de Cluny, the Museum of Art and Archeology, as well as the national stud farm.
Leave Cluny in the morning, heading north. Today, you will have multiple opportunites to discover a rich heritage of Romanesque churches and timeless villages. To begin with you’ll reach the elegant Renaissance chateau of Cormatin. The route then continues along the old railway line winding through the vineyards of the Côte Chalonnaise.
Arrive in Chalon-sur-Saône and finish your tour.
A « homemade » experience
We offer itineraries selected by our ACTIVE TOURS team, focusing on their tourist attractions and cyclist-friendly environment, away from the hustle and bustle of the roads.
Accommodations are carefully chosen for their quality of hospitality, warm atmosphere, services, and authentic local cuisine.
The flexibility of our organization adapts to your needs and desires: you can depart on the date that suits you and select additional overnight stays where you want to extend your explorations! It’s simple! You only add to your basket the additional services you need, without paying for those you deem unnecessary.
GPS Navigation
We provide you with a roadbook containing all the essential addresses, restaurant recommendations, tourist information, detailed maps, and a complete description of the route.
Furthermore, a free application available on your smartphone is provided for you to follow the itinerary without the risk of getting lost (bike smartphone holder provided).
On-site assistance
All our trips include a personalized welcome on the first day of your journey. We provide you with travel documents and bikes, if you rent them with us. We offer a 24/7 telephone assistance service to meet all your needs. Luggage transfer is available as an option to perfectly adapt to your choices, whether you opt for complete autonomy or prefer to travel light with our luggage transfer service.
Vineyard Discovery
Based in Burgundy, immersed from a young age in the intoxicating aromas of fermentations; we invite you to come and discover ancestral cellars to experience the local essence and grasp the uniqueness of each vineyard. All our itineraries offer optional local wine tourism experiences that will leave you enriched with unforgettable memories. As a bonus, perhaps a few bottles to enjoy at home, allowing you to relive the moments of your vacation.
Add the following options for peace of mind:
The Affordable category includes hotels and B&Bs with a standard level of comfort. You will enjoy a pleasant room that guarantees the best value for money.
The Comfort category includes hotels that offer 3-star comfort. Warm and inviting, these rooms will make your stay a moment of peace and relaxation.
Bike features:
Supplied equipment with the bike:
Optional equipments:
Bike features:
Supplied equipment with the bike:
Optional equipments:
Bike features: from 16 to 26 inches, derailleurs and pad brakes
Supplied equipment with the bike:
Burgundy is home to many vineyards and here you will discover the famous vineyards of the Côtes de Beaune and Nuits as well as those of the Côtes Chalonnaise and Maconnaise
On limestone and marl, the pinot noir grape variety reigns supreme, offering fruity and elegant red wines, with cherry, raspberry and spice notes. Chardonnay also holds its own, producing fresh and sharp white wines, with citrus and white flower aromas.
Throughout the journey, you will have the chance to learn more about the history and the heritage of Burgundy through cellar visits and wine tastings directly at the wineries.
Add up to 2 tastings along your itinerary, between Mâcon and Cluny and then between Cluny and Chalon.
Welcome meeting: At the hotel in Chalon
Bike delivery: At the hotel in Chalon
How to get here? Chalon is easily accessible by train or car from Paris or Lyon. Secure parking is available close to the hotel.
Suggested equipment: Bring appropriate clothing for protection from the cold, rain and sun (waterproof windbreaker, scarf, sleeves, gloves, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, high-visibility jacket, water bottle, …)
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