On Your Bike! Provence-Alps-Cote d’Azur
Easy tours around Provence LUBERON
Luberon Tour An ideal travel itinerary, covering 236 km around the Luberon mountains, signposted both ways, for an easygoing immersion in this unspoiled area! The route winds its way through 33 totally charming and authentic villages. The uphill sections are sometimes challenging, but always short! All roads are surfaced, with varied elevations. Distance: 236 km Recommended duration: 7 days (average 30 km/day) Departure: One of the 33 villages of the Luberon. Train services from Cavaillon, La Brillanne (near Forcalquier), Manosque and Pertuis Arrival: Round trip ending at departure point. Details on this tour are available from Vélo Loisir en Luberon 203, rue Oscar Roulet - 84440 Robion +33 (0)4 90 76 48 05 www.veloloisirluberon.com For more details on cycling routes in Vaucluse, check out www.provence-a-velo.fr Press contact Stéphanie Bailly Communication Manager info@veloloisirluberon.com
Address Book Where to sleep? Our selection of hotels for every budget See more hotels at www.veloloisirluberon.com
Hôtel de la Coquillade***** - Gargas
La Coquillade, a five-star Relais & Châteaux hotel and prestige Provencal establishment, set in the heart of the Luberon, has developed a unique concept called “Provence Cycling Paradise” in partnership with the famous Swiss BMC bike brand. In this exceptional setting, you can hire out a road bike, mountain bike or electric bike while revelling in the comfort of a luxury hotel, complete with vineyard and restaurants. www.lacoquillade.fr
Hôtel Le Mas des Grés*** - Lagnes
The ideal choice for environmentally-aware cyclists seeking a taste of Provence’s inimitable lifestyle. Owners Nina and Thierry have always been keenly committed to sustainable tourism, as reflected in the hotel’s “Hôtel au Naturel” label, guaranteeing eco-friendly practises and an active involvement in the Luberon National Nature Reserve. www.masdesgres.com
Camping Indigo*** - Forcalquier
This small, friendly and charming little campsite is set out in the country in over 10 acres of tree-filled grounds, less than 500 m from the centre of Forcalquier - a little, medieval town and ancient capital of Provence. The Camping Indigo campsite offers a bar, family-style catering, on-site bicycle hire, a heated pool and extensive recreation amenities. What’s more, the aperitif is free for cyclists! www.camping-indigo.com/fr/camping-indigo-forcalquierprovence.html
Where to hire a bike? All bicycle hire firms, hotels, taxi firms and travel agents are listed at www.veloloisirluberon.com
Luberon biking - Velleron
7/7 bicycle hire and a wide selection of models. Over 200 bikes. Repair service. Bikes delivered to your place of stay, tour departure point or to the following railway stations: Cavaillon, Avignon, L’Isle sur la Sorgue, Aix-en-Provence. www.luberon-biking.fr
Sun-e-bike - Bonnieux
A pool of over 200 power-assisted bikes available for hire from Bonnieux and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. www.sun-e-bike.com
Do it the easy way with a travel professional! Sun-e-bike - Bonnieux
Travel agent specializing in cycling holidays in the Alpilles and Luberon areas. www.sun-e-bike.com
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