Cycling

Sporty bike loop around Saverne (40km)
By Laurène Philippot

This cycling loop around Saverne, which is the BL 370 “Rohan châteaux et abbayes”, is for those who like a bit of sport: it’s an itinerary with two nice climbs! In total, it’s about 40km long, with between 600 and 700m of ascent. My summary I liked I liked a little less A beautiful, sporty […]

Cycling in the Thur and Doller valleys (26km)
By Laurène Philippot

Today I’m taking you on a new 26km cycling loop, straddling the Thur and Doller valleys,Alsace‘s two southernmost valleys. My summary I liked I liked less An accessible but hilly cycling route This loop ofAlsace by bike is BL 625 “A toute vapeur vers le pays des oiseaux”, in a nod to the iconic Thur-Doller […]

Discover the Ried d’Alsace by bike (40km)
By Laurène Philippot

How about a cycling tour of the Ried? The Ried is the plain of Alsace, between the Vosges on one side and the Rhine on the other. It’s an interesting area for its nature and biodiversity , but also for its pretty villages, with an interesting heritage to admire. The local loop 463 entitled “Plans […]

Cycling around Molsheim (35km)
By Laurène Philippot

Here’s a pleasant cycling loop starting from Molsheim, local loop 312 “Bulles et Bugatti” of Alsace à Vélo. It allows you to discover little-known but very beautiful corners of Alsace. For those looking for tranquillity and areas a little off the beaten track, this is a great itinerary! My summary I liked I liked a […]

Bicycle tour “Beers and hops” in the Zorn region (25km)
By Laurène Philippot

Here’s a cycling loop in Alsace off the beaten track, allowing you to discover the Pays de la Zorn, northwest of Strasbourg and southwest of Haguenau. I suggest the local loop 227 of Alsace by bike, called “Bières et houblonnières”: a rather tempting program, isn’t it? The course is 25km long and has a 200m […]

3-country cycling loop – Between France, Germany and Switzerland (40km)
By Laurène Philippot

In Alsace, we like to cross borders to visit our neighbors! Here’s a cycling loop in the south of Alsace, in the Pays de Saint-Louis, passing through 3 countries: France, Germany and Switzerland. This is the BL 979 – Petite Boucle des 3 Pays de l’Alsace à vélo. It’s about 40km long and easy: flat […]

Alsace Wine Route by bike – Short guide
By Laurène Philippot

If you’re visiting Alsace, you’ll undoubtedly want to take a trip along the famous Alsace Wine Route. A great idea, but do you know that you can cycle it? The Véloroute du Vignoble (Eurovélo 5) follows the Alsace Wine Route, which stretches from Thann (southern Alsace) to Marlenheim (further north, not far from Strasbourg). In […]

Cycling in Strasbourg – My 6 favorite routes
By Laurène Philippot

What are the best bike rides in Strasbourg? It’s easy to get out of the city and into the countryside: there’s no shortage of bike tours in and around Strasbourg. I’ve put together a list of my favorite routes, all departing from Strasbourg. So, are you ready to pedal? Bike rental Don’t have a bike […]

From Strasbourg to Colmar by bike on the Rhine Bike Route (Eurovélo 15)
By Laurène Philippot

The bicycle path that connects Strasbourg to Colmar via the Eurovelo 15 is an easy and rather pleasant route for cyclists who want to connect the two cities quickly, since it runs mainly along the Rhone-Rhine Canal. Let me tell you more… My summary I liked I liked less How to get from Strasbourg to […]