South Burgundy
- Length 6 Days
- Difficulty level Easy
- Tour length 150 Km
- Price from 695 € Per person
Tour description
As far as biking in south Burgundy is concerned, it falls at the top of our list. The views are fantastic and the experience unparalleled.
You'll see landmarks in every inch here: chateaux, typical villages, artistic towns, farmhouses, and vineyards galore. From unspoiled nature along canals and rivers, fertile countryside to the massive Morvan mountains the terrain is differently looking and breath-taking.
France in general and Burgundy in particular, is a bike-friendly space with well-marked paths.
Easy to average cyclist ic level. Walking and cycling path on an old railway from Chalon-sur-Saône to Mâcon, following the undulations of the Côte Chalonnaise; on the ‘Voie Bleue’ part, you will usually be on a shared-use lane on peaceful small roads.
Burgundy, known throughout the world for its wines, is one of France's greatest historical regions. Actually, in the Middle Ages, Burgundy was a great dukedom that competed in power and prestige with the kingdom of France itself. It covered a large part of central-eastern France, including half of modern Switzerland earlier.
One of the most prestigious and expensive wines in the world are produced in Burgundy vineyards.
Itinerary
Chalon-sur-Saône
Show dayArrive in Chalon-sur-Saône during the afternoon and settle into your hotel. Take the opportunity to explore the city's charming riverside setting by strolling along the quays of the Saône, where the reflections of historic buildings dance on the water. Venture into the picturesque streets of the old town to admire the beautifully preserved half-timbered houses and discover hidden courtyards. Don't miss Saint-Vincent Cathedral, a stunning mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture, or the vibrant Place Saint-Vincent, often alive with cafes and local markets. It's the perfect introduction to the rich history and relaxed ambiance of this riverside gem.
The walking and cycling path (‘Voie Verte’) starts in the city and goes to the north-west towards Givry. Then continue to the south-west, to the beautiful fortified town of Buxy. The town still has a large cooperative with its historical heritage and garden, and developed wine tourism.
Still through the vineyard, you’ll go through St Bolland St Gengoux le National, a medieval town, to finally arrive in Cormatin and its 17th century castle, its maze, its old vegetable garden and ponds.
The Marquis of Huxelles built it in the early 17th century to demonstrate his power and prestige: wide moat, turrets, stand up to bosses, gunboats and drawbridge… the castle impresses its guests till now.
Further, the ‘Voie Verte’ will lead you to Taizé (a monastic community).Surrounded by rolling pastures and scenic vineyards, the village is home to only about 100 people. But as a contrast, during the height of the summer, there are up to 6,000 people in Taizé at the same time, gathering for worship services held three times a day in its church.
Keep pedaling 13 km further, to the beautiful Benedictine abbey of Cluny, founded in 910. Between the 10th and 12th centuries, Cluny Abbey became the center of a European monastic empire that extended over 1100 priories and more than 10 000 monks. It is a gigantic building that impresses with the harmony of its spaces.
In addition to his abbey, the town has an exceptional heritage as houses of the 12th and 14th centuries and a remarkable Hotel Dieu.
Let's discover its wonderful scenery, not forgetting to stop at the craft bars to taste local cuisine.
After Cluny, you’ll dive into the spiritual world for French romanticism.
The French poet and historian Alphonse de Lamartine was born in Macon. The childhood in this landscape combining nature, castles and monuments left a mark on his pieces of art. To go there, you’ll cross the longest cycling tunnel in Europe, secured over 1600m, which leads to the castle of Berzé le Chatel, in full light. If you climb there, you’ll be rewarded with a unforgettable view on the Mâconnais.
Mâcon is a former frontier between the Kingdom of France and Holy Germany Empire (from 843 to 1600) and has a really beautiful ancient town. It is located by the River Saône, has a southern style, with colorful facades and roofs of round tiles.
The historical center invites us to the charming Herbes square and its magnificent Renaissance wooden house the Old Saint-Vincent, remains of the former Saint-Vincent cathedral, the religious buildings that are the Saint-Pierre church and the Saint-Vincent cathedral, the pharmacy shop of the Hôtel-Dieu hospice and the Saint-Laurent bridge with its beautiful embankment. Don't miss to visit the Ursulines museum, which houses collections of archaeological objects, paintings and sculptures.
You will leave Mâcon via the ‘Voie Bleue’ path. It follows the Saône river to Fleurville and the castles of Marigny and Marfontaine. The route is well laid out and signposted ‘Voie Bleue’ all the way along the river.
The town of Tournus is perfect for wandering by its streets and traboules and enjoying the ambiance of the Burgundy Region. The hidden passages cross buildings and connect streets to each other.
Paths and small roads will lead you to our destination of the day - the 10th century abbey of St Philibert, a wonderful example of Romanesque architecture. Founded in 616 A.D., it shows by its exterior - the narrow slits - that at one time this was a fortified town. On the ceiling of the Abbey are beautiful frescoes dating to the 10th century. Dedicated to St Valerian and built around his tomb, the 10th century crypt has 12 ft tall ceilings.
The streets around Tournus Abbey offer lots of opportunities to shop for antiques, crafts and chocolates. The sidewalk cafes abound so you have lots of choices to stop for a cool drink in the heat of the day.
You will go along the Saône river, before getting away from it a little bit by crossing Gigny. You’ll go through the flood plain between the Saône and Grosne. Further, you’ll visite St loup de Varennes, where Joseph Nicéphore Niepce, the inventor of photography, lived.
Then, there is St Rémy, where you’ll get back to the Saône banks to Chalon-sur-Saône, which is very close. In the large open square in front of the Town Hall (the Place de l'Hôtel de Ville) you can see various buildings with baroque style facades dating 11-th century.
Chalon-sur-Saône
Show dayThe adventure is over! Time to enjoy extra nights in France, or moving for another trip of the season.
Services and prices
Selfuguided tour with luggage transfer included
| Solo traveller | 1275 € |
| 6 Persons | 695 € |
| 4-5 Persons | 725 € |
| 2-3 Persons | 770 € |
Extras
| Single surcharge | 330 € |
| Hybrid bike rental | 155 € |
| E-Bike rental | 280 € |
| Printed tour materials | 35 € |
| Extra night in Macon DBL / SGL pp | 80 / 140 € |
| Bike damage insurance | 15 € |
| E-bike damage insurance | 20 € |
| Booking fee | 30 € |
| Booking fee (tailormade tour) | 100 €/Group |
Tour datesAny scheduled tour can be made private. Your group, your dates. Go Private
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With a rich 12-year history, Europe Bike Tours offers more than just cycling trips; we provide immersive "Culture Biking" experiences across the Czech Republic and Central Europe. Our tours blend the thrill of biking with cultural exploration, taking you from charming local eateries to ancient, hidden castles. We handpick the most captivating locations, ensuring each bike, family, or wine holiday is an adventure in itself. Catering to diverse preferences, our tours come in various formats, from self-guided to fully guided, with options for luggage transfer and different accommodation levels. For those seeking something unique, we're always ready to craft a tailor-made tour that perfectly fits your vision of a cycling holiday.
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Lukáš SvárovskýManager
Languages spoken Czech, English, German
Guide since 2008
Lukas was born and raised in the Czech capital of Prague. His keen interest in history and sports influenced his determination to study both subjects at university in Germany. His passion for travel also led to Lukas adding a tourism degree to his studies. Biking, exploring, and discovering interesting places was one of the determining moments when in 2010 he decided to start Europe Bike Tours. Since than Lukas is keen on developing new products, improve services and above all, share his passion for traveling while guiding one of the tours!
Lukáš Svárovský
Manager
Languages spoken Czech, English, German
Guide since 2008
Lukas was born and raised in the Czech capital of Prague. His keen interest in history and sports influenced his determination to study both subjects at university in Germany. His passion for travel also led to Lukas adding a tourism degree to his studies. Biking, exploring, and discovering interesting places was one of the determining moments when in 2010 he decided to start Europe Bike Tours. Since than Lukas is keen on developing new products, improve services and above all, share his passion for traveling while guiding one of the tours!
Vitek ProchazkaManager
Languages spoken Czech, English, French, German, Slovak, Spanish
Guide since 2012
Vitek was born in Prague, Czech Republic and has remained there most of his life. During his travel and tourism studies he began guiding mostly bike and rafting trips all around Europe. Through his years in the office of a travel agency, guiding remained an important part of his life. Eventually went of for year in New Zealand and after returning started guiding and preparing programs in and around his homeland
Vitek Prochazka
Manager
Languages spoken Czech, English, French, German, Slovak, Spanish
Guide since 2012
Vitek was born in Prague, Czech Republic and has remained there most of his life. During his travel and tourism studies he began guiding mostly bike and rafting trips all around Europe. Through his years in the office of a travel agency, guiding remained an important part of his life. Eventually went of for year in New Zealand and after returning started guiding and preparing programs in and around his homeland
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Highly recommended trip!The bikes are great!The luggage transport was very efficient.There's so much to discover!Thanks to the team!
Regis Bodel
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Highly recommended trip!
The bikes are great!
The luggage transport was very efficient.
There's so much to discover!
Thanks to the team!
17 Jun
Aaron Friberg
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This was an awesome adventure for the family. We really loved the mixed itinerary with the biking/boating days to supplement the biking. Our youngest was 12. Wouldnt want to take a kid much younger, but for our group, was a blast and would highly recommend!17 Jun
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An Unforgettable Cycling Adventure from Dresden to Krakow!I recently completed the Dresden to Krakow route with Eurobike Tour, and I can confidently say it was an extraordinary experience from start to finish. The itinerary was flawlessly crafted, allowing us to explore breathtaking landscapes and discover wonderful locations along the way.A special mention must go to our phenomenal guides, Ton...17 Jun
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I loved the trip! Our guides, Klara and Anthony, were always attentive, thoughtful, and caring. The itinerary was wonderful, filled with beautiful places and fascinating history, all brought to life by our guides’ excellent storytelling.The hotels, meals, picnics, and bicycles were all perfect.Thank you very much for this incredible journey!“Impressionante““Que golaço”Missing you already —> ...
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I loved the trip! Our guides, Klara and Anthony, were always attentive, thoughtful, and caring. The itinerary was wonderful, filled with beautiful places and fascinating history, all brought to life by our guides’ excellent storytelling.
The hotels, meals, picnics, and bicycles were all perfect.
Thank you very much for this incredible journey!
“Impressionante“
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Missing you already —> Klara and Tony
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We have a great time cycling with Europe Bike Tours, we hope to do another trip next year.What a spectacular bike trip from Dresden to Warsaw! The whole journey was incredible, but what really made it unforgettable were our guides, Klara and Toni, simply the best—so helpful, fun, and attentive. Five stars, without a doubt!12 Jun
Jussara Silveira de Pádua
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What an unforgettable ride!Our bike trip from Dresden to Kraków with Klara and Tony was nothing short of magical. Every single moment was filled with attention, care, and so much love. From the perfectly planned routes and cozy stops along the way, to the laughter, deep talks, the hotels and shared meals, everything was simply perfect.Klara and Tony, you both have a gift for making people f...
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What an unforgettable ride!
Our bike trip from Dresden to Kraków with Klara and Tony was nothing short of magical. Every single moment was filled with attention, care, and so much love. From the perfectly planned routes and cozy stops along the way, to the laughter, deep talks, the hotels and shared meals, everything was simply perfect.
Klara and Tony, you both have a gift for making people feel special. Your kindness, patience, and genuine warmth turned this journey into one of the most beautiful memories of our lives. We felt cared for in every detail, and the love you put into everything did not go unnoticed.
We absolutely loved being with you two. The connection, the energy, the way we all clicked as a group made it feel like more than just a trip. It felt like family.
We are already counting down the days and can’t wait for the next year. Same team, new roads, more magical moments to come.
Thank you for everything. We love you both ❤️❤️. 🚲🚲
See yous soon ….
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Exceptional route, great bikes, and guides dedicated to providing the best experience for everyone. FANTASTIC! Klara and Toni are always willing to meet any professional and caring needs. A GREAT JOB! Highly recommended for cyclists of any level!
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Exceptional route, great bikes, and guides dedicated to providing the best experience for everyone. FANTASTIC! Klara and Toni are always willing to meet any professional and caring needs. A GREAT JOB! Highly recommended for cyclists of any level!
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