With a French Alps cycling holiday you cannot go wrong. You will be able to discover some of the Worlds most spectacular cycling routes, with climbs like the world famous Col de la Croix der Fer and Alpe d'Huez in the Alps around Grenoble.

As well as the Alps, cycling in the Pyrenees with its mountain climbs such as the Col de Portet d'Aspet and the Col d'Aspin will provide you with the opportunity to see some of Europe's most beautiful locations. But these are not for the feint hearted! If you have ever watched the Tour de France, you will have seen some of those mean mountainous routes and the suffering these cyclists go through, yet it could be just the type of holiday you are looking for.

But if mountain biking and going on strenuous cycling routes through the mountains is not you, then do not worry, there are plenty of other areas in France that will cater for the novice or the family cycling holiday.

Northern France with its rolling countryside and the overwhelming hospitality of the French people will ensure a relaxing but rewarding tour of one of the worlds most popular cycling holiday locations and you will not be disappointed.

Cycling holidays give you peace and tranquillity with awesome views of countryside, chateaux, medieval towns, hilltops, valleys and gorges and these are just some of things that you would easily miss out on if driving through France.

You can still find areas in France that are so peaceful, it is rare to see a car, yet you may be passed by a few very passionate cyclists! Stopping for lunch and experiencing the local cuisine and of course the local wine is must and you can often find fortified villages scattered along the hill-tops and valleys, which still have their historical charm in tact and these are a great place to have a rest break before cycling on to your next destination.

The Midi-Pyrenees offers a wealth of art and history from prehistoric cave paintings to Renaissance mansions and is also famous throughout France for its cuisine which is rich with foies gras, Roquefort cheese, Gaillac wines, and Armagnac brandy.

But to make the most of this region, it is often advisable to plan your cycling holiday very carefully, so that you can enjoy the many different places en route. However, you can also find tour operators that do specific cycling holidays and organise everything for you. So whatever way you wish to travel, France is a great country to explore on your bike.

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