How difficult is this tour?

Easy. The route mostly follows the Vélodyssée cycle paths, with some small roads and forest trails. Daily distances range from 30 to 69 km.

Does the tour include the Arcachon Bay crossing?

Yes, in the 8-day version the boat crossing of the Arcachon Bay is included.

Can I extend the tour?

Yes, a 9-day version with an extra night around the Arcachon Bay is available.

What type of accommodation?

Mostly 3 and 4-star hotels, with one or two 2-star hotels depending on availability.

Is there surfing along the way?

Yes. Lacanau Ocean is famous for its surfing spots, Biscarrosse is renowned for its waves, and Biarritz's ocean beaches and surfing are popular worldwide.

Can I finish in Bayonne instead of Biarritz?

Yes, the tour is also available ending in Bayonne, the capital of the Basque Country, instead of Biarritz.

Is there a luggage limit?

One bag per person up to 23 kg plus a small hand bag. Extra bags are charged per transfer.

Vélodyssee — Bordeaux to Biarritz

Atlantic Coast / Landes

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Trekking bikeE-bikeGravel Bike8 days / 7 nights320 km3/5MediumLinear

Self-guided
Solo-friendly

Short Description

Ride the Velodyssee from Bordeaux to Biarritz on this 8-day Atlantic coast adventure. Cycle through pine forests, past the Great Dune of Pilat, along Landes lakes, and into the Basque Country — finishing in legendary Biarritz.

Tour Program

Day 1: Arrival in Bordeaux
Settle into your hotel and explore this UNESCO World Heritage city, its quays, and the Garonne River.

Day 2: Bordeaux – Lacanau (64 km; +60 m)
Take the Green Way — a former railway track — through pine forests to the seaside resort of Lacanau Ocean, famous for its surfing spots.

Day 3: Lacanau – Arcachon (45 km; +50 m)
Ride between dunes and forests to Cap Ferret, cruise through oyster villages, then ferry across the bay to Arcachon.

Day 4: Arcachon – Biscarrosse (30–40 km; +100 m)
Climb the Great Dune of Pilat, then cycle into the Landes pine forests to Biscarrosse.

Day 5: Biscarrosse – Mimizan (52 km; +115 m)
Ride past France's second-largest lake, through intimate lake ports and pine forests to the Belle Epoque resort of Mimizan.

Day 6: Mimizan – Moliets (55 km; +130 m)
A tranquil stage through scented pine forests, discovering Contis Plage, Saint-Girons, and the beaches of Leon Lake.

Day 7: Moliets – Bayonne – Biarritz (57–69 km; +120 m)
The grand finale: ride through Hossegor and Capbreton, enter the Basque Country through Bayonne, and arrive in legendary Biarritz.

Day 8: Departure from Biarritz
Departure after breakfast.

Tour details

LinearSelfguidedMinimum 1 personMinimum age 16 years

✅ What is included in the trip?

🏨 Overnight stay and breakfast
📲 GPS or navigation APP
💼 Luggage transfer
🚢 The crossing of Arcachon bay by boat
📞 Local telephone assistance 7/7

❌ What is not included?

🚎 Transfers not listed as Included
✈️ Journey to/from the starting point
🍽️ Meals and drinks not listed as Included
🖼️ Entrance fees and extras not listed
🌎 Tourist taxes
🛡️ Travel insurance

🙋 Common questions

How difficult is this tour?
Easy. The route mostly follows the Vélodyssée cycle paths, with some small roads and forest trails. Daily distances range from 30 to 69 km.
Does the tour include the Arcachon Bay crossing?
Yes, in the 8-day version the boat crossing of the Arcachon Bay is included.
Can I extend the tour?
Yes, a 9-day version with an extra night around the Arcachon Bay is available.
What type of accommodation?
Mostly 3 and 4-star hotels, with one or two 2-star hotels depending on availability.
Is there surfing along the way?
Yes. Lacanau Ocean is famous for its surfing spots, Biscarrosse is renowned for its waves, and Biarritz's ocean beaches and surfing are popular worldwide.
Can I finish in Bayonne instead of Biarritz?
Yes, the tour is also available ending in Bayonne, the capital of the Basque Country, instead of Biarritz.
Is there a luggage limit?
One bag per person up to 23 kg plus a small hand bag. Extra bags are charged per transfer.