Article results for “cycling and cycle touring”
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Cycling coast-to-coast: The Reivers Cycle Route
The Reivers Cycle Route is easily the least ridden of the six northern coast-to-coast routes on the National Cycle Network, yet there is much to be said for the road...
Cycling classic Tour de France climbs
By Andy Hodges Every Tour de France supporter will know the mountains of the Maurienne. Many a champion has been made on these slopes. The mighty Galibier, the demure Madeleine,...
Cycling the Danube: Budapest to the Black Sea
The 2772km-long Danube is Europe’s second longest river (behind the Volga). Rising in the German Black Forest, it runs through 10 countries on its way to the Black Sea. In...
Cycling in Ireland: An Intro to the Wild Atlantic Way
Ireland's Atlantic Coast is a cyclist's paradise. Quiet roads wind alongside deserted beaches and tiny harbours, before climbing over mountain passes and passing countless historic sites. Here's everything you need...
Cycling the Danube: the Black Forest to Budapest
Rising in the German Black Forest, the Danube River runs for 2,772 km through 10 countries on its way to the Black Sea. In this post, we cover all the...
An intro to...the River Rhone Cycle Route
Following the river Rhone from its source near the summit of the Furkapass to the Mediterranean Sea, the Rhone Cycle Route slips past some of Switzerland's highest mountains, skirts the...
Cycling the Camino de Santiago: a complete planning guide
Every year thousands of cyclists set off from St Jean-Pied-de-Port in the French Pyrenees to follow the Camino Francés, the medieval pilgrim road that has drawn walkers and riders to...
The River Loire Cycle Route: ultimate planning guide
Perfect for chateau spotters or history fans, the Loire Cycle Route passes through historic cities like Orléans and Tours, continuing past Angers and France's fourth largest city Nantes. In fact...
The Rhine Cycle Route: ultimate planning guide
The Rhine Cycle Route, passing through six countries, is a delightful journey that takes in stunning scenery, including the castle-studded Rhine gorge and many historic towns and cities. In this...
Cycling La Vélodyssée: a complete planning guide
La Vélodyssée is a 1302km cycling odyssey along the Atlantic coast of France, following the French section of EuroVelo 1 from the Channel port of Roscoff in Brittany to Hendaye...
The Coast to Coast Cycle Route – essential facts & top tips
The 139 mile C2C route is the most well-loved short cycle tour in the UK, and for good reason. Taking you from the Irish sea at Whitehaven or Workington to...
Cycling the North Coast 500: everything you need to know
By Mike Wells The North Coast 500 cycle route (NC500) is a 500-mile lap of Scotland starting and finishing in Inverness, Cyclists will be treated to mile upon mile of...
In conversation with Jack Jackson: Cycling La Vélodyssée
Jack Jackson has been seeking out adventures since his teenage years, and writing about them for almost as long. When he couldn't find a Cicerone guide to La Vélodyssée, France's...
Hadrian's Wall Cycle Route – what you need to know
Are you looking for your next cycling adventure? Hadrian’s Cycleway makes a perfect short cycle tour. Including both the Lake District and Northumberland as well as the UNESCO World Heritage...
Why Cicerone’s LEJOG cycling route is the 'optimal' choice
By Richard Barrett Twenty years after Cicerone's first guidebook for the classic challenge of riding Land’s End to John O’Groats (LEJOG), the third edition has just been launched, which author...
Why cycling the Lôn Las Cymru should be on your to-do list
By Richard Barrett Richard Barrett thinks the Lôn Las Cymru long-distance cycle route should be on your bucket list, and here’s why. National Cycle Network fingerpost near Tregoyd where the...
Cycling the Route des Grandes Alpes – what you need to know
Discover the awesome passes of the French Alps on this stunning 720km journey from Lac Léman to cosmopolitan Nice. Breathtaking views open up around every turn in the road as...
Tips for fast-and-fun touring on carbon bikes
By Richard Barrett Author of Cicerone guidebook, Cycling in the Lake District, Richard Barrett sheds some light on, well, touring light. From cross-dressing to communal toothpaste, he shares some excellent...
An introduction to Bikepacking
Bikepacking presents an exciting option for people who enjoy backpacking and all-terrain cycling. The fusion of the two activities enables adventurers to explore much further afield in a vastly different...
VAM: A Naismith’s rule for cyclists
By Richard Barrett Cicerone author and keen cyclist Richard Barrett shares his tips on working out how much those steeper climbs will slow you down. Here, he explains VAM -...
The Canal de la Garonne from Bordeaux to Toulouse – a cyclist’s dream
By Declan Lyons There are few places better than France to tour by bike. And the Canal de la Garonne offers one of the best routes on traffic-free asphalted cycle...
Walking through Ireland: discovering the Emerald Isle
The Emerald Isle is celebrated for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture, characterised by rolling green hills and rugged coastlines. It offers exceptional walking and cycling opportunities that...
Bikepacking King Alfred's Way: a conversation with Ed Hunton
Bikepacking King Alfred’s Way offers a journey through some of southern England’s most evocative landscapes, weaving together chalk downs, wooded hillsides, ancient tracks and quiet river valleys. We caught up...
Discover the UK's best Mountain Biking destinations
From rugged mountain ranges to serene hillsides, the UK offers an incredible array of trails for mountain biking enthusiasts. Whether you're seeking thrilling descents, technical challenges, or simply a peaceful...