The Best Cycle Paths in France
At the top of our list of things to love about France, along with its culture, cuisine and sunny summer afternoons, are its cycling routes. Edged with beautiful countryside, it boa...
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The Perks of E-Biking
Electric bikes are quietly taking the world by storm. Nearly one-third of bike sales in cycling-mad Holland are now electric, and even world champion cyclist Sir Chris Hoy is a con...
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Spotlight on Florence
In the lush Tuscan countryside, the city of Florence stands out as a maze of tiny streets and white buildings. The grand cathedral is ever-present in the skyline, while, from the t...
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The beauty of the French châteaux
When you're cycling through France, it's likely you'll whizz past (and if you're lucky, spend the night in) a couple of châteaux. There are thousands in the country, ranging from a...
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Top three cultural events in Provence this summer
Provence is glorious in the summer. The scents of flower fields hang in the air, the atmosphere is lazy, the evenings are long and warm, and, most importantly, the terrain is excel...
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Our favourite restaurants in Provence
Gently meandering through lavender fields and quaint hillside villages is just one of the joys of a cycling holiday in Provence. As far as we're concerned, eating and drinking in s...
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Softies' top five most luxurious hotels
After a wonderful day riding through some of Europe's most breathtaking landscape, one of the biggest joys of a Cycling for Softies tour is staying in luxury accommodation. If you ...
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Five little secrets about Mayenne
France's Mayenne is little known to the many tourists who flock to the country each year. And that's part of its appeal. It's a well-kept secret, full of old-world charm. This nort...
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Why Normandy is a fantastic place to cycle
Often described as the Devon of northern France, Normandy and the Calvados Coast is home to lush countryside, quaint villages and serene sand dune beaches. There's lots to love abo...
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