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Cycling Tour Bruges to Paris
Cycling Tour Bruges to Paris – Self-Guided Cycling Holiday from Bruges to Paris
Start dates: 7 June, 12 July, 9 August, 6 September
9 Days – 8 Nights
Total distance – 470km – 295 miles
A wonderful cycle holiday between two beautiful cities. From historic Bruges, cycle to Ghent, which is just as beautiful. Indulge in Flemish cuisine and the many speciality beers. Cycle along the River Scheldt into France, on rolling roads through surprisingly beautiful nature reserves, through villages where every yard was fought over during the First World War, past historic towns such as Saint Quentin, Noyon, and Senlis, and tourist attractions such as Chantilly Castle. In the evening (or in between), relax with a good glass of wine. In Paris, a cycle ride to the Eiffel Tower completes this fantastic trip.
Do you only need a bike for Paris?
Do you only need a bike for Belgium?
Enjoy a memorable cycling holiday linking two magnificent cities. Begin in historic Bruges. Cycle on to the equally enchanting city of Ghent. Enjoy Flemish cuisine and a wide range of local specialty beers along the way. From Ghent, follow the River Scheldt into France. Ride gently rolling roads through surprisingly beautiful nature reserves. Pass villages shaped by the fierce battles of the First World War.
Cycling from Bruges to Paris: A Historic Journey Across Belgium and France
This cycling journey leads from the medieval charm of Bruges to the heart of Paris. Follow during your ride: rivers, canals, and historic corridors through Belgium and northern France. The first stage, from Bruges to Ghent, offers flat and peaceful cycling along waterways, linking two beautiful cities in Flanders. From Ghent to Tournai, the route continues through open countryside and quiet villages, gradually transitioning from Flemish to Walloon landscapes. The ride from Tournai to Cambrai crosses into France, where gentle rolling terrain and rural roads guide you through a region shaped by centuries of history.
The stages from Cambrai to Saint-Quentin and onward to Compiègne pass through farmland, forests, and towns deeply marked by the First World War, offering a powerful sense of place. From Compiègne to Senlis, cycling becomes more wooded and scenic, with stretches of forest and elegant historic towns. The final stage from Senlis to Paris is a rewarding approach to the capital, leading from quiet roads into the vibrant streets of the city. Ending beneath the Eiffel Tower, this tour combines culture, history, and varied landscapes into an unforgettable long-distance cycling experience.
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