Press Release - Summer Cycling in France

FRANCE—Discover new places, make new friends, and experience the freedom of adventure in the land of endless pleasures.

This season Discover France is once again offering travelers scenery-packed and adventure-filled biking tours in France. The physical demands of the tours range from easy to challenging - but in true Discover France fashion, each offers guests unique opportunities to become immersed in French culture and lifestyle

Southern France cycling destinations are best experienced during June and September where the temperatures are warm and the climate is drier. Languedoc in the Southern region is one of the best-kept secrets of the European cycling-world, being one of the earliest to be inhabited by humans and scenically located between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean. From the countryside to the Mediterranean Sea, this bicycle tour introduces guests to the “sweet life of living” and provides an unparalleled exposure to many aspects of the region and culture.

During July and August months peddlers are encouraged to head North, when these regions enjoy their best weather. Nestled between the beautiful Vosges mountains in France and the borders of Germany and Switzerland is Alsace Wine Country. This region in Northern France is rich in tradition and culture. The famous wine routes encompass at least 100 wine producing villages and the area also offers more gourmet cuisine and Michelin star restaurants than any other region in the country.

The Western regions of France offer cyclists loads of historical sights and coastal views. Guests can explore the fine sandy beaches, reefs, granite headlands and sheer cliffs of Bretagne or head out on the Coastal Normandy tour where good fitness is strongly recommended, but will delight cyclists with views of the landing beaches used by Allied armies during WWII.

Guests may also consider heading into Paris in July and August, which is considered “low-season”. Hotel rates are greatly reduced and free night deals are readily available. Space is easily had, even during the Tour de France finish and Bastille Day in July.

For a list of available tours, complete itineraries, pricing, photos, and much more call 800-960-2221 or visit www.discoverfrance.com.

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Founded over 11 years ago, Discover France consists of specialists that create cycling and hiking/walking tours throughout France, offering travelers creative itineraries that feature the best of each region at the greatest possible value. In addition to customary cycling tours, other experiences are also readily available. Many services can be chosen on an "a-la-carte" basis and Discover France can also customize itineraries to meet a traveler’s needs.