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HOTEL
TOUR CODE:
ABB
Wind your way through the picturesque villages and
vineyards of the great wine making region of Alsace
One of the most picturesque regions of France, Alsace is also one of the
most cycle‑friendly. Designated bike paths and quiet country backroads
provide a perfect passage along the Rhine, passing Hansel and Gretel
style houses overlooked by imposing medieval castles. There is plenty
of opportunity to explore the cobblestone streets of quaint villages and marvel at the impressive Romanesque
and Baroque churches. Gastronomic delights are plentiful in this corner of France and you can sample some
of the Alsace's finest produce as you travel through undulating farmland, orchards and vineyards. The unusual
and stunning 'balloons' or round topped hills provide beautiful vistas of the Alsatian region. This itinerary soaks
up the relaxed and jovial atmosphere of what can only be described as a wine‑lovers' wonderland.
ITINERARY: DAY 1 |
Arrive Strasbourg
2 |
Cycle along the canal de la Bruche to Obernai (37km)
3 |
Cycle to Riquewihr (50km)
4 |
To Colmar (38km)
5 |
Through forests and small villages to Ottmarsheim
(50km)
6 |
Cycle to Mulhouse (18km)
7 |
Continue along the Rhone-Rhine canal to Basel (53km)
8 |
Trip
concludes
INCLUSIONS:
Ξ
7 breakfasts, 7 dinners
Ξ
2 nights in 2 star hotels and 5 nights in 3 star hotels on a twin
share basis with ensuite facilities
Ξ
luggage transfer
Ξ
information pack including route notes & maps
Ξ
21
speed rental bike, equipped with panniers, pump, helmet, anti‑theft device & repair kit (electric bike available
on request ‑ supplement applies)
Ξ
emergency hotline
NOTES:
Mid season is from 1 May to 20 Jun and 29 Aug to 17 Sep. High season is from 21 Jun to 28 Aug ‑
a supplement applies for both high season and mid season. Itinerary available in reverse following slightly
different itinerary through Germany ‑ see our website for details.
Alsace by Bike
Colmar
Obernai
Strasbourg
Mulhouse
Basel
Germany
France
Switzerland
Delight all the
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Germanic region
of northwest
France
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DATES 2015
Daily except Sunday from 3 Apr to 3 Oct
Joining Strasbourg
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