Your itinerary for exploring the region by bike from the campsite

The Loire à Vélo cycle route from the campsite

From the campsite, you can set off directly to explore the marked cycle paths, including the famous "Loire à Vélo" route. This iconic route immerses you in the heart of the Loire countryside: châteaux, charming villages, vineyards and panoramic views of the river. Whether you're travelling with family or friends, it's an invitation to explore the Loire Valley at your own pace, in complete freedom.

• The Loire à Vélo to the Château d'Ussé (36 km round trip): follow the banks of the Loire and then the Indre to reach the fairytale Château d'Ussé. A gentle, green ride, punctuated by peaceful villages and superb views.
• The Loire à Vélo to Saumur (54 km round trip): there are two routes to choose from, either through the hills (more challenging, with some steep climbs) or along the Loire (easier). This trip takes you to the historic town of Saumur, passing by the confluence of the Vienne and Loire rivers, the troglodytic villages of Montsoreau and Turquant, and the unusual passage under the troglodytic tunnel of Souzay-Champigny.

Cycle paths from the campsite

Numerous cycle loops complete the cycling options around and from the campsite. They offer a variety of pleasures, including vineyards, heritage sites, nature and the iconic villages of Touraine.

• Cycling loop no. 38 – Between Chinon and Candes-Saint-Martin (25 km): a beautiful ride through the vineyards and hedgerows of Le Véron, between vineyards and historic villages, ideal for a half-day bike ride.
• Cycle route no. 43 – Between Anjou and Touraine (31 km): a bucolic escape linking Candes-Saint-Martin and Montsoreau, ranked among the Most Beautiful Villages in France, with an unmissable stop at the Royal Abbey of Fontevraud.
• Cycle route no. 39 – Between Chinon and the Vienne valley (42 km): a circuit in the heart of the Chinon AOC vineyards, offering magnificent views of the Royal Fortress and great opportunities to stop off at the winegrowers of Cravant-les-Côteaux.
• Richelieu-Chinon Greenway – to the "Château du Rivau" (46 km round trip): on a former railway line, this easy and safe trail connects Richelieu to Chinon through natural landscapes, vineyards and villages, ideal for a family outing to discover the Castle of Rivau and its remarkable gardens.
• Cycle route no. 42 – In the footsteps of Rabelais (50 km): set off for Chinon, then pass through the villages of Rivière, La Roche-Clermault, Seuilly and Cinais, taking in the countryside paths, literary heritage and the Richelieu-Chinon Greenway.

Between the royal river, vineyards, charming villages and iconic castles, the region is ideal for exploring by bike from La Fritillaire campsite. Set off at your leisure on the Loire à Vélo cycle route and the many loops around it. Here, every turn of the pedals is an invitation to slow down, contemplate and savour the Loire lifestyle during an unforgettable getaway in Indre-et-Loire.

 

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