Description
From Brittany to the French Basque Coast.
La Vélodyssée allows you to experience western France at a cycling pace. The journey commences in Roscoff and follows canals, minor roads, and coastal paths south towards Hendaye. Along the route, the landscape transitions between medieval towns, wetlands, bustling ports, and extensive stretches of forest and sand dunes.
1302 kilometers divided into 19 stages.
The guide details the French section of EuroVelo 1 with maps at 1:200,000 and comprehensive stage information. It provides suggestions for various itineraries and shorter sections. Nantes and Royan serve as natural points to divide the journey, making the book relevant even for those with only one or two weeks available.
Practical assistance for your cycling holiday.
Jack Jackson offers advice on bicycle selection, equipment, accommodation, food, and transport. Train and ferry connections facilitate planning diverse starting and ending points. La Rochelle, the Gironde crossing, the pine forests of Landes, and the towns along the Basque Coast provide significant daily variation and ample opportunities for breaks along the way.
Who is this book suitable for?
The route is suitable for both established touring cyclists and those seeking an accessible introduction to multi-day tours. Approximately 80 percent follows car-free sections, though the surface varies. The long distance necessitates a realistic itinerary. April–October is the main season, with increased traffic and accommodation pressure during the most popular summer weeks.
A long tradition of touring guides.
Cicerone has published guidebooks since 1969. The publisher emerged among climbers and mountaineers who wished to share their thorough route knowledge – a tradition that continues to characterize these compact books for hiking, trekking, and other outdoor experiences.
About this edition.
Author: Jack Jackson. English language. 192 pages. First edition, published in 2026. ISBN 9781786312747.
