Itinerary L'Ain à Vélo - Val de Saône, land of art, history and legends (2 days)

Sport, Cycling sports, Cycle tourism route in Thoissey

86.0 km

5h 30min

Medium

Discover the Val de Saône by bike, Beaujolais' neighboring region, with its rich cultural heritage. Steeped in art and history, this itinerary takes you to the village of Saint-Curé d'Ars, to Trévoux, the ancient principality of Dombes, and to the Château de Fareins.
This Ain à Vélo itinerary, dedicated to bicycle travelers, is suitable for those who are used to cycling. This ride through the Val de Saône will enable you to discover the architectural richness of the villages you pass through, and perhaps even inspire you to cross the Saône to explore the Beaujolais region. Departing from Thoissey, you'll pass through the villages of Chaneins, Saint-Olive and Ambérieux en Dombes before arriving at Ars-sur-Formans, famous for its sanctuary and basilica and... Read more
This Ain à Vélo itinerary, dedicated to bicycle travelers, is suitable for those who are used to cycling. This ride through the Val de Saône will enable you to discover the architectural richness of the villages you pass through, and perhaps even inspire you to cross the Saône to explore the Beaujolais region. Departing from Thoissey, you'll pass through the villages of Chaneins, Saint-Olive and Ambérieux en Dombes before arriving at Ars-sur-Formans, famous for its sanctuary and basilica and a world-famous pilgrimage site. Then on to Trévoux, on the banks of the Saône, listed as one of France's "Most Beautiful Detours", where you can appreciate its rich architectural heritage, including the former Parliament of La Dombes. After all that effort, you've earned yourself a little break! The "Kanopée Village" campsite, with its Accueil Vélo® label, can accommodate you for the night. You'll continue your tour via Saint-Bernard, a charming traditional village, which will take you to Fareins to visit the 17th-century Château de Fléchères. Then return to the starting point via La Voie Bleue®, Véloroute 50.

L'Ain à Vélo signs line selected routes on low-traffic roads. Remain vigilant, you're sharing the road with motorists!

Safety instructions :
- Children under 12 must wear helmets, bike gloves and sunglasses.
- Reflective safety vests must be worn outside built-up areas and at night or in bad weather.
- Make yourself visible in all circumstances to reduce the risk of accidents.
- Do not wear any sound-emitting device (headphones, earphones, telephone, etc.) on your ear.
- Cyclists must apply the rules of the Highway Code to ensure their own safety and that of other road users. Mutual respect between cyclists and motorists.

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Departure

Thoissey
Large parking lot at the port of Thoissey
Plain text period

All year round daily.

Subject to favorable weather.
Environment
- In the country
Documentation
- Le val de Saône pays d'art d'histoire et de légendes à vélo
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