Alsace Road Bike Tour
France Bike Tours
Cycling the Vosges Mountains and Alsatian Wine Villages
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Tour Type
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Skill Level
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Length8 days
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Prices from€918 Rates
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Overview
This amazing France bike tour will have you road cycling in the region of Vosges mountains and along the French Wine Route. The mountains' surfaces are covered in deep forests, but also provide a variety of landscapes, including glacial lakes, deep valleys, waterfalls, and cliffs. Half-timbered houses, small canals, medieval towns, and countless castles are characteristic of this region whose culture is still steeped in tradition.
The Alsace is famous for its cuisine, both gourmet and traditional, and its wonderful wines. The Romans who introduced wine to the region recognized its beneficial position at the foot of the mountains, bathed in sunlight and protected from wind and rain. The region around Colmar is recognized as one of the sunniest in France!
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Strasbourg
Day 2: Strasbourg - Niederbronn-Les-Bains, 75 km (+402 - 316 m)
Day 3: Niederbronn-les-Bains, round tour, 111 km (+823 - 824 m)
Day 4: Niederbronn-les-Bains - Obernai, 119 km (+1245 m -1244 m)
Day 5: Obernai - Riquewihr, 91 km (+2128 m - 2007 m)
Day 6: Riquewihr - Guebwiller, 96 km (+1662 - 1649 m)
Day 7: Guebwiller - Colmar, 84 km (+1319 - 1437 m)
Day 8: DepartureAll distances are approximate.
Day 1: Arrival Strasbourg
Arrival in Strasbourg, settle into the hotel and free time to explore the town.Day 2: Strasbourg - Niederbronn-Les-Bains, 75 km (+402m - 316 m)
Leave Europe capital on the cycle track of the channel de La "Marne au Rhin ". You cross the Hanau country and its decorated villages, its gentle hills, and its rich agriculture panoramas. You arrive in the heart of the north Vosges Mountains to NiederbronnDay 3: Niederbronn-les-Bains, round tour, 111 km (+823 - 824 m)
The northern Vosges Mountains is recognized for its nature, its quiet and its authenticity. You cycle on small and hilly routes, and will explore this still unknown region of Alsace.Day 4: Niederbronn-les-Bains - Obernai, 119 km (+1245 m - 1244 m)
You cycle to the nice city of Saverne with its castle. From here you continue to Molsheim which begin the Wine Route. Today the route is still a little hilly without traffic.Day 5: Obernai - Riquewihr, 91 km (+2128 m - 2007 m)
A steep road leads you from Obernai to the Mont Sainte-Odile (800m), a Romanesque chapel which offer a panoramic view of the plain of Alsace. The route continue through the Crest Road (col de la Charbonnière, col de la Salcée, col de Steige..., ) You arrive in Riquewihr, a beautiful medieval village.Day 6: Riquewihr - Guebwiller, 96 km (+1662 - 1649 m)
From Riquewihr to Kaysersberg you reach the "Col des Bagenelles" and cycle again on the Crest Road until the summit "Le Honeck" a 1363 ascent. You continue to the south and arrive in the valley (vallée du Florival) to Guebwiller.Day 7: Guebwiller - Colmar, 84 km (+1319 - 1437 m)
The "Grand Ballon" most high mountain of Vosges (1424m) is the reward of this beautiful week.Day 8: Departure
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Accommodation
Overnight stay in 3 star or 4 star hotels
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Inclusions
What’s Included
- Accommodations in 3 star or 4 star hotels
- Breakfast buffets
- Road bike rental, Brand Gitane (GTN 600, 1500, or 400 depending on height and availability). Frame sizes 49, 52, 55, and 58.
- Luggage transfer
- Detailed travel documents with route descriptions
- 7 day hotline
- GPS tracks (GPS available to rent for €50)
- Welcome briefing (except Sunday and public holiday)
What’s Not Included
- Additional meals (dinners can be included for a supplement)
- Return transfer to Strasbourg by train (including own bicycle): €20
- Entrance fees and excursions
- Local taxes
- Bicycle protection
- Travel Insurance
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Dates & Pricing
Dates
2019
Daily arrival possible between April 20 and October 5, 2019
Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Pricing
Price $ 1500 £ 779 $ 1,369 € 918 Ft 385324 kr 136262 ₪ 3611 ¥ 150987 Mex$ 19928 NZ$ 1672 kr 10802 zł 4062 S$ 1314 kr 10766 CHF 872 $ 976
Single room supplement: $ 425 £ 221 $ 388 € 260 Ft 109133 kr 38593 ₪ 1023 ¥ 42763 Mex$ 5644 NZ$ 474 kr 3059 zł 1150 S$ 372 kr 3049 CHF 247 $ 276
7 x dinner included: $ 286 £ 148 $ 261 € 175 Ft 73455 kr 25976 ₪ 688 ¥ 28783 Mex$ 3799 NZ$ 319 kr 2059 zł 774 S$ 250 kr 2052 CHF 166 $ 186
Extra Options
GPS rental: $ 82 £ 42 $ 75 € 50 Ft 20987 kr 7422 ₪ 197 ¥ 8224 Mex$ 1085 NZ$ 91 kr 588 zł 221 S$ 72 kr 586 CHF 47 $ 53
Return transfer to Strasbourg: $ 33 £ 17 $ 30 € 20 Ft 8395 kr 2969 ₪ 79 ¥ 3289 Mex$ 434 NZ$ 36 kr 235 zł 88 S$ 29 kr 235 CHF 19 $ 21
Extra nights
Strasbourg 3 star: $ 106 £ 55 $ 97 € 65 Ft 27283 kr 9648 ₪ 256 ¥ 10691 Mex$ 1411 NZ$ 118 kr 765 zł 288 S$ 93 kr 762 CHF 62 $ 69
Single room: $ 172 £ 89 $ 157 € 105 Ft 44073 kr 15585 ₪ 413 ¥ 17270 Mex$ 2279 NZ$ 191 kr 1235 zł 465 S$ 150 kr 1231 CHF 100 $ 112
Colmar 3 star: $ 114 £ 59 $ 104 € 70 Ft 29382 kr 10390 ₪ 275 ¥ 11513 Mex$ 1520 NZ$ 128 kr 824 zł 310 S$ 100 kr 821 CHF 66 $ 74
Single room: $ 155 £ 81 $ 142 € 95 Ft 39876 kr 14101 ₪ 374 ¥ 15625 Mex$ 2062 NZ$ 173 kr 1118 zł 420 S$ 136 kr 1114 CHF 90 $ 101
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Extra Info
Skill Level — Difficult
This tour is rated as difficult and requires a high level of fitness. The route is along cycle paths or secondary roads without much traffic.
Airport Info
Fly to Strasbourg
Local Travel
Strasbourg International Airport (SXB) is located approximately 9 miles (16 km) from the city itself and is served by shuttle buses, trains, and taxis. Most convenient form of transportation from airport is a taxi.
Climate
Please check local conditions before arrival. Average high/low temperatures in °F for the region are: May: 66°/48°, June: 72°/54°, July: 76°/57°, August: 76°/56°, September: 69°/51°, October: 58°/44°.
Day of Rest
Any round trip day can be used as a day of rest
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Espace Randonnee.
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Photos
![Biking and boat ride along the canal in Colmar, Alsace, France. Photo via Flickr:Kiefer]()
![Vineyards surrounding Riquewihr, Alsace, France. Photo via Flickr:Pug Girl]()
![Riquewihr is known for its Riesling wine. Alsace, France. Photo via Flickr:Pug Girl]()
![Cycling towards Riquewihr, France. Photo via Flickr:phillippe baumgart]()
![Colmar is known for being <i>the capital of Alsatian wine</i>. Alsace, France. Photo via Flickr:Kiefer]()
![View from Cathedral in Strasbourg, Alsace, France. Photo via Flickr:Charlie Hasslehoff]()
![Bell tower of Kaysersberg, Alsace, France. Photo via Wikipedia Commons:JLPC]()
![Delicious meats and cheeses to go with the wines in the Alsace region. Photo via Flickr:leafar]()
![Lovely facades in Colmar, Alsace, France. Photo via Flickr:Kiefer]()
![Vine-covered hill around Kaysersberg, Alsace, France. Photo via Flickr:Allan Harris]()
![Summit of Hohneck, Vosges, France! Photo via Flickr:ariealt]()
![Shopping streets in Riquewihr, Alsace, France. Photo via Flickr:schnitzgeli1]()
![Decorative signs in Colmar, Alsace, France. Photo via Flickr:Kiefer]()
![Church in Obernai, France. Photo via Flickr:alh1]()
![Grand Ballon summit - the apex of the Vosges Mountains. Photo via Flickr:Jack_of_hearts_398]()
![Wining and dining in Alsace - great biking fuel. Photo via Flickr:leafar]()
![Vineyards surrounding Riquewihr, Alsace, France. Photo via Flickr:Pug Girl]()
![Bike rest in Strasbourg along the Rhine River, Alsace, France. Photo via Flickr:DoctorWho]()
![Bike rest in Riquewihr, Alsace Wine Route Tour, France. Photo via Flickr:Pug Girl]()
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