Two Chateaux and the Blavet in Brittany

Gentle canal side riding through the heart of Brittany

Camping or based at small hotels and chambres d'hotes, this holiday explores the heart of Brittany. The ride is split roughly 60/40 between cyclepath and very quiet country lanes. You'll cycle the Nantes-Brest canal tow-path, pass ruined Abbeys, lakes, forests and Breton villages on roads where you rarely see a car. High points are the chateaux at Josselin and Pontivy – one a 'fairy castle' in a medieval town centre the latter a hulking military castle in the Napoleonic town of Pontivy by the Blavet river. Central Brittany is a haven of peace, far from the coastal tourist traps with countryside much like that of the south-west of England 50 years ago. Add great places to eat, history everywhere and friendly natives to make a perfect first cycling holiday in France. Price includes all hire (top-quality bikes + camping equipment for the 'camping' option) – hotel accommodation + routes, maps and full back-up.

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