Freewheel Holidays

Discover these treasures, and more on this cycle tour of the wild western coast of Ireland. Setting out from Galway, the first leg will take you south, through County Clare, to the picturesque village of Ballyvaughan. The day after, you will ride into the unique karst (limestone) landscape of the Burren to Doolin. Here, you will find an area known for being the traditional music capital of Ireland. You will stay here for 2 nights, giving you plenty of time to soak up the culture and atmosphere. From here, you will head around the Burren coastline where you will see the incredible and unmistakable Cliffs of Moher. Later in the week, you will catch the ferry over to Inishmore, the largest of the three Aran Islands, where you will spend the night. After, you will head back to the mainland by ferry, and will land at Rossaveal, on the shores of Galway Bay. Leaving Galway Bay, you ride west through Connemara to Clifden. Often thought of as the capital of Connemara, Clifden is a popular tourist destination, where you will spend your last 2 nights.

The average stage of this tour is of about 40 – 60 km. You mostly cycle on secondary roads, only on a few passages there is a little bit of traffic. At this bike tour is partly a little bit hilly we recommend it to cyclists with a decent level of fitness.

From Paris, France’s most romantic city, you will cross the Seine and Epte rivers valley to reach the sea. After the Dieppe-Newhaven crossing, the greenest of English countryside will accompany you to London, the most regal of international cities. Inaugurated in 2012, the Paris-London Avenue Verte is a dream come true. “Prêt à partir”?

The famous brewery, Jever, can be found in this wonderful region. But there are also many other excellent brands of beer to discover. Although most people do not associate the north with beer gardens and hops; there are several breweries with good beers. Sample some of the local beers, as you discover this beautiful region. Beside "Jever", we can recommend "Ostfriesen Bräu" and the "Tide Bier" among others. You will ride through a wonderful flat landscape which is easy, and suitable for any kind of rider. Enjoy the fresh air, the fresh air and of course the beer tasting. Have fun!

All routes are completely flat! You cycle mainly on paved or plastered country lanes, sometimes on minor roads.

The latest major french cycle route, the Veloscenic, covers over 450km of northern France's greenways and country roads between Paris and Normandy. Highlights include the Eiffel Tower, Chartres Cathedral and the Château de Versailles.
 

Its convenient location, makes Oban the perfect starting point for your bike & barge tour through the highlands of Scotland. The landscapes here are incredibly varied, offering intense colour, wild, rugged nature and incredible biodiversity. Spend time in the rugged hills of the Highlands and in the moorland countryside. Carve a route along the dramatic coast, passing pristine, white beaches, as you ride. When you arrive on the islands of Jura and Mull, you can pedal along the quiet roads and see the deer and the shaggy Highland cattle in their natural setting. When travelling on the Flying Dutchman, keep a look out for dolphins and seals. Another unmissable experience of the tour is taking the chance to sample some of Scotland's best-known whiskys. The unique taste, together with traditional Scottish folk music, and the atmosphere of a local pub will create memories that will last for a lifetime.

This tour will take you on canal tow paths, trails and quiet roads, on a beautiful and sometimes undulating route through the Highlands and Inner Hebrides in rural Scotland. Although the routes are all very managable, some are slightly longer in distance (upto 60 km) and some feature some short climbs. This tour is of limited suitability to people with reduced mobility.

Historically, Provence was important to the Celts, Greeks and Romans, which added to the layers of Provencal life, while in more modern times the Provence landscape inspired artists like Van Gogh and Cézanne. You will cycle along quiet roads with breathtaking scenery and discover many delightful hilltop villages, among vineyards and orchards. Then you will enter the Camargue region, a dramatic river delta, home to flamingos, wild horses and countless bird species. You will find it difficult not to fall in love with these landscapes!

Route mostly on low traffic roads in rural and city areas. Short stretches are on unpaved roads. A couple of days present some short uphill sections with the only relevant ascent to Les-Baux-de-Provence (4 km of gentle ascent).

One of Europe’s most popular cycle paths, this family-friendly route along the Blue Danube passes through the picturesque towns and villages of Upper and Lower Austria and Bavaria, and is a perfect introduction to the magic of European cycling holidays.

Starting in the pretty baroque town of Schärding in Upper Austria, it’s a gentle ride along easy, mostly downhill tracks through Austria, ending up in the enchanting town of Linz. Short daily stages on well-marked, traffic free paths, frequent breaks for activities and child-friendly hotels make this trip lots of fun for children and grown-ups too. We guarantee children lots of fun.

The terrain along the rivers Inn and Danube is either flat or descends slightly, you cycle mostly on a well-maintained cycle paths without any motorised vehicles. Only on very short segments on side roads.

Cycle amongst flat landscapes of cereals and sunflower plantations, almond and olive groves and follow the fertile land beside the river Guadalete. See the historic hilltop towns of Carmona and Arcos de la Frontera.
Enjoy tapas, sherry wines and flamenco in the streets of Jerez. Sample delicious fresh fish in the lively port town of Puerto de Santa María.

Cádiz, the oldest city in western Europe: full of history and beauty, its monuments and stunning beaches are enough to make any visitor fall in love with it.

Undulating / hilly terrain with perhaps three ascents per day.
Cycling surface: Tarmac: 72.4%. Cycle track: 9.8%. Dirt road: 17.8%.
Average daily distance / climb: 37 miles (60 km) / 1444 ft (441 m).

This village is a popular stop on the Ring of Kerry route and sits, shadowed by the MacGillikuddy Reeks and adjacent to the famous Muckross National Park. The route will take you deep into the Iveragh Peninsula, along quiet backroads toward the villages of Sneem and Glenbeigh.

Later, you will head towards the Dingle Peninsula, the most westerly point in Europe. Here you will see the dramatic Slea Head coast, and can ride among Neolithic ruins with wonderful views out to the Skelling and Blasket Islands. We will take a rest in the town of Dingle, where you will find a great array of local shops and restaurants to explore. The weary may pause for a well earned pint in the famous Dick Macs pub, which doubles up as a cobbler!
You can give your legs a good stretch on Connor Pass and enjoy the stunning vistas of the peninsula from its lofty perch, before enjoying the well earnt, downhill glide to lunch. On the final day, you will ride through the Gap of Dunloe and Black Valley, a dramatic, and fitting finish to thisbreath-taking tour.All too soon, you will find yourself back in Killarney, and at the end of the trip.

You will ride on mainly quiet roads. Although there are some steep climbs, mostly the landscape is rolling. Generally, there will be some climbing each day. But your efforts are well worth if for the views!

With over 2500 km of cycle paths, Alsace is also a paradise for cyclists.

This tour shows you the best side of Alsace and leads you along the most beautiful cycle path network in France, through one of its most magnificent regions.

You will ride mainly on cycle paths, on minor agricultural tarred roads or on little secondary roads without much traffic. Days 6 and 7 are a little bit hilly.